Ep. 162 Adapting a Classic with Jenny Lee
The Stacks
Traci Thomas
4.8 • 1.8K Ratings
🗓️ 5 May 2021
⏱️ 76 minutes
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Summary
Today on The Stacks we’re talking with TV writer and author Jenny Lee. Jenny is the author of Anna K a modern retelling of Anna Karenina set in the world of New York City’s teenage elite. Her brand new book is a sequel to the bestselling Anna K entitled, Anna K Away. We talk today about adapting a classic, what happens when the source material runs out, and the very real struggle of not always liking your work.
The Stacks Book Club selection for May is Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy we will discuss the book with Jenny Lee on Wednesday May 26th.
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| 0:46.0 | I'm your host, Tracy Thomas, and on today's episode, |
| 0:49.0 | I am joined by Jenny Lee. |
| 0:51.0 | Jenny Lee is the author of Anna Kay, |
| 0:52.8 | a modern-day retelling of Anna Karenina, |
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