Did You Hear About Kitty Karr by Crystal Smith Paul: Fame, Colorism and Generational Trauma
This week, I talk with Crystal Smith Paul about her stunning debut novel Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? We discuss the pitfalls of fame, the demands for transparency and the allure of Hollywood, as well as how Crystal's time as a journalist and in film school affected the writing process of her first book. Follow Crystal on Instagram or check out her websiteDid You Hear About Kitty Karr SynopsisWhen Kitty Karr Tate, a White icon of the silver screen, dies and bequeaths her multimillion-dollar estate to the St. John sisters, three young, wealthy Black women, it prompts questions. Lots of…
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