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State of Art: October 4th, 2019

This week on State of Art we're hearing from Anchorage author, Don Rearden. His most recent project is "Warrior's Creed," a memoir he co-wrote with Roger Sparks, a decorated veteran who has served as a Recon Marine and an Alaska Pararescuman. We learn about what goes into co-writing a book, reliving other people's trauma, and doing their stories justice.

Extended interview with Don Rearden:

Roger Sparks reading from "Warrior's Creed":

LINKS:
Don Rearden's website
"Warrior's Creed" review by the Anchorage Daily News

Roger Sparks on Indie Alaska:

"The Lionhearted: Roger Sparks"

Ammon Swenson is Alaska Public Media’s Audio Media Content Producer. He was born and raised in Anchorage, Alaska. He graduated from UAA in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and integrated media. He’s previously worked for KRUA radio, the Anchorage Press, and The Northern Light.