We look at Marlon James’ book “Black Leopard, Red Wolf.” People are calling it the African version of “Game of Thrones.” The new fantasy novel is steeped in myth, African folklore, and sex. Actor Michael B. Jordan has also picked up the rights to turn the book into a movie.
Why the book ‘Black Leopard, Red Wolf’ is similar to ‘Game of Thrones’
Author Marlon James. Photo by Christopher Ho/KCRW
Credits
Guest:
Michael Silverblatt - host, 'Bookworm'
Host:
Madeleine Brand
Producers:
Sarah Sweeney,
Michell Eloy,
Amy Ta,
Christian Bordal,
Yael Even Or,
Alexandra Sif Tryggvadottir,
Caitlin Plummer,
Rosalie Atkinson