Join us for a candid conversation with celebrated author Bernice L. McFadden as we explore the literary artistry behind First Born Daughters. This conversation explores McFadden’s creative choices, highlighting the narrative structure, stylistic precision, and cultural depth that define this unforgettable memoir.

As part of our Read Like a Writer series, we’ll move beyond the surface of plot and character to examine the craftsmanship behind the page. McFadden will offer a behind-the-scenes look at her writing process and how she shapes her story.

Designed for writers, storytellers, and curious readers who want to better understand what makes great fiction work. Come with questions about craft, process, and how lived experience becomes resonant literature.