Frederick Joseph - The Black Friend: On Being A Better White Person

The transcript discusses the author's motivation for writing 'The Black Friend,' aiming to address gaps in conversations about race. The book is structured into chapters tackling high-level ideas, using personal stories and insights from thought leaders. The author emphasizes a conversational writing style to engage readers and foster growth and understanding. The ultimate goal is to encourage open-mindedness and better conversations about race and change.

What motivated the author to write 'The Black Friend'?

• To fill a gap in conversations about race and experiences

• To collaborate with other authors

• To write a fictional story about high school

• To become a best-selling author

How does the author structure 'The Black Friend'?

• As a single continuous narrative

• In a question and answer format

• In multiple chapters focusing on high-level ideas

• As a collection of poems

Who are some of the thought leaders mentioned in 'The Black Friend'?

• Barack Obama and Michelle Obama

• Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres

• J.K. Rowling and Stephen King

• Angie Thomas and Chelsea Clinton

What is the author's writing style intended to achieve?

• To focus solely on academic research

• To create a sense of casual conversation and comfort

• To make readers feel like they are in a formal lecture

• To confuse readers with complex language

What is the ultimate goal the author hopes to achieve with their book?

• To write a sequel

• To win literary awards

• To encourage shared growth and positive change

• To entertain readers with fictional stories