'Afternoon Shift' #199: True craftsmen

November 28, 2012

View the story "'Afternoon Shift' #199: True craftsmen" on Storify'Afternoon Shift' #199: True craftsmenBestselling mystery author Michael Connelly is what Rick calls, "a writer's writer." The two wordsmiths sit down for a chat. We also look at the influence of Tyler Perry's media empire. Plus, an extended chat with comedian Richard Lewis. Storified by · Wed, Nov 28 2012 14:16:47Easy writer by WBEZ's Afternoon ShiftRick Kogan talks about the struggles of being a writer and reads an excerpt from Michael Connelly's new book "The Black Box."

Twenty years ago, readers metLAPD detective Harry Bosch. For two decades writer Michael Connelly hasdelighted mystery readers with grim tales from the city of angels. Connelly isin town promoting the latest book in the Bosch series, The Black Box.

Michael Connelly's new book "The Black Box" by WBEZ's Afternoon ShiftTwenty years ago, readers met LAPD detective Harry Bosch. For two decades writer Michael Connelly has delighted mystery readers with grim...My hubby just surprised me and made me a VERY happy girl!! #loveharrybosch #michaelconnellyJennifer Cupp

On Wednesday, Northwestern Universitywill host “Madea’s Big Scholarly Roundtable: Perspectives on the Media of TylerPerry” about the filmmaker’s work. The symposium includes a panel discussion aswell as film screenings with moderated conversations. All events take place atNU’s Block Cinema.

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