Yes, Hyatt Bass wrote, directed and produced the film “75 Degrees in July,” which was released in 2006 and now she has written a smoldering novel called “Embers” about family. . .  that Publisher’s Weekly called “A riveting narrative. . . “ Hyatt is not only talented she is a lot of fun. . . . join us for a half hour of playfulness and getting to know this bright and sweet new writer.

Siri, who is married to Paul Auster, is a charming and talented writer in her own right. Here she talks about The Sorrows of  An American.