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IOWA Magazine | 09-27-2024

Bookmark These New Titles From Iowa Alumni Writers

By IM Staff
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Check out recent releases from Iowa Writers’ Workshop graduates Kelly Dwyer, Katherine Nolte, and Regina Porter.
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Ghost Mother Ghost Mother
by Kelly Dwyer (90MFA)
Union Square & Co.

A woman convinces her husband to buy her dream mansion—only to begin experiencing ghostly visions when she finds out the house may be haunted.

The Wonderful Wishes of B. The Wonderful Wishes of B.
by Katherin Nolte (03MFA)
Random House Books for Young Readers

Suffering from grief, 10-year-old Beatrice tries to alleviate her pain by transforming into a Tin Man with an impenetrable heart. This children’s story about handling difficult emotions is geared toward ages 8-12.

The Rich People Have Gone Away The Rich People Have Gone Away
by Regina Porter (17MFA)
Hogarth

Set during the 2020 lockdown, this novel follows a diverse group of New Yorkers who come together in search of a pregnant woman who went missing after an argument with her husband.

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Join the UI Book Club for Alumni and Friends

The University of Iowa’s free, virtual book club will next read The Covenant of Water: A Novel by Abraham Verghese (91MFA).

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Stories From the Writing University

Legendary Author’s Vision Benefits Iowa Writers

The UI administers a prize for literary criticism, along with fellowships and scholarships, thanks to Truman Capote, who would have turned 100 this fall.

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Returns to Iowa for Book Event

“Master of nonfiction” Tracy Kidder (74MFA) headlines this fall’s Iowa City Book Festival.

Five Writers With Iowa Ties Longlisted for National Book Award

Three University of Iowa graduates and two Iowa faculty are listed among the authors being considered for the prestigious National Book Award.

Stories From the Writing University

Legendary Author’s Vision Benefits Iowa Writers

The UI administers a prize for literary criticism, along with fellowships and scholarships, thanks to Truman Capote, who would have turned 100 this fall.

Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Returns to Iowa for Book Event

“Master of nonfiction” Tracy Kidder (74MFA) headlines this fall’s Iowa City Book Festival.

Five Writers With Iowa Ties Longlisted for National Book Award

Three University of Iowa graduates and two Iowa faculty are listed among the authors being considered for the prestigious National Book Award.

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Get the latest news and information for alumni, fans, and friends of the University of Iowa.
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