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Talk of Iowa, hosted by Charity Nebbe

A conversation with author Kevin Wilson about his new novel Run for the Hills, recorded at the Des Moines Public Library.

Kevin Wilson’s new book, Run for the Hills, tells a hilarious and moving story of an unexpected road trip across America that brings a family together.

Wilson is the New York Times best-selling author of five novels, including Now is Not the Time to Panic, Nothing to See Here and The Family Fang. He is also an associate professor of English and creative writing at the University of the South. Wilson's novel Nothing to See Here is the December pick for the Talk of Iowa book club.

Today, we listen to his conversation with Talk of Iowa host Charity Nebbe from the Authors Visiting in Des Moines (AVID) Series at the Des Moines Public Library on June 3, 2025. They talk about reading out loud, Wilson's writing process and why his book sales sike in December.

Guests:

  • Kevin Wilson, author and associate profession of English and creative writing, University of the South
Charity Nebbe is the host of 'Talk of Iowa'. She also hosts IPR's podcasts 'Garden Variety' and 'Unsettled'. Since 2010, Nebbe has interviewed, conversed with, and shared ideas from guests of all backgrounds and locations, and has helped listeners better understand, appreciate, and explore their state and the world around them. Nebbe has a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University.
Caitlin Troutman is a talk show producer for Iowa Public Radio. She holds a bachelor's degree from William Jewell College. Since 2022, Troutman has worked with IPR's talk team to bring news and features to IPR's listening audience.
Neve Kelley is a 2025 summer intern with IPR's talk show team and a senior at Oberlin College studying English, environmental studies and education. She is originally from Peoria, Illinois. Some of her favorite things to do in Iowa include going to shows at Codfish Hollow and the Englert, visiting different coffee shops and taking yoga classes.