The Writer In America: Toni Morrison (1978)
Features Toni Morrison discussing her journey as a writer, including her experiences in a writers’ group, her early life, and the challenges she faced as a single mother. She recounts how her writing became a source of relief and order during difficult times, particularly after her divorce. Morrison reflects on her novels, including “The Bluest Eye,” “Sula,” and “Song of Solomon,” exploring themes of identity, freedom, and the complexities of relationships. She emphasizes the importance of her characters and the influence of her upbringing on her writing, while also sharing anecdotes from her life and career as an editor and author.