Ep. 5 | Appalachian Bookshelf: Demon Copperhead

Welcome to our special crossover episode for Appalachian Bookshelf, a joint project between Read Appalachia and Appodlachia.

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Things Mentioned

Books Mentioned

Discussion Questions

  • What are your initial thoughts on the book?

  • What are your initial thoughts on Demon as a narrator?

  • What did we think of the times when Kingsolver “steps in”, as it were?

    • What are your feelings on Barbara Kingsolver’s discussion of the word “hillbilly” starting on page 68?

  • What are your thoughts on the portrayal of social workers and foster care portrayed in the book?

  • We have allread different nonfiction books about the opioid crisis in Appalachia. What do we think of the portrayal of addiction and recovery in this novel?

  • Now that we have discussed the book, who do you think this book is for?

  • Would you recommend this book?


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Kendra Winchester

Kendra Winchester is a Contributing Editor for Book Riot where she writes about audiobooks and disability literature. She is also the Founder of Read Appalachia, which celebrates Appalachian literature and writing. Previously, Kendra co-founded and served as Executive Director for Reading Women, a podcast that gained an international following over its six-season run. In her off hours, you can find her writing on her Substack, Winchester Ave, and posting photos of her Corgis on Instagram and Twitter @kdwinchester.

https://kendrawinchester.substack.com
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