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Novelist Michael Chabon.

Writer Michael Chabon. This 24 year old graduate student gained his fame when his master's thesis became a critical and commercial success. His book was not only on the New York Times bestseller list for for three months, but he was also featured in People Magazine's 50 most important people edition. CHABON has a new novel called Wonder Boys. (Interview by Marty Moss-Coane)

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Fresh Air with Terry Gross, July 5, 1995: Interview with Wanda Jenkins; Interview with Michael Chabon; Review of Charles Rosen's book and album, both called "The Romantic Generation."
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The Families of Murder Victims.

Rev. Wanda Jenkins. She is the founder and director of the grief assistance program headquartered at the Philadelphia Medical Examiner's office. Jenkins became an authority on the bereavement process for family of murder victims. Her program helps families cope with the aftermath of homicide. (Interview with Marty Moss-Coane)

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