Author James Patterson On The Art Of Collaboration

This Fresh Air episode features two segments: an interview with author James Patterson and a review of accordionist Will Holshouser's new album. The interview with Patterson covers his prolific writing career, collaborative process, early influences like Thomas Merton, and his philanthropic efforts, particularly supporting literacy and independent bookstores. Patterson also discusses his new book for fathers and reflects on his relationship with his own father. The second segment includes a review of Will Holshouser's solo accordion album, "The Lone Wild Bird," followed by a rebroadcast of a 2014 interview with Holshouser, where he discusses and demonstrates the versatility of the accordion and his interest in French musette music.