In this episode of the Book Fair Podcast, host Anthony interviews Erin Intrada Kelly about her new nonfiction book, 'At Last She Stood,' which tells the remarkable story of Joey Guerrero, a Filipino spy during World War II. The conversation explores themes of heroism, discrimination, and the challenges of researching and writing about lesser-known historical figures. Erin shares insights into Hansen's disease, the complexities of being a war hero, and the process of transitioning from fiction to nonfiction writing. The episode also touches on current legislative issues regarding book bans in Texas and Colorado.

New Releases:⁠

• ⁠Athlete Is Agender: True Stories of LGBTQ+ People in Sports⁠ by Katherine Locke and Nicole Melleby, illustrated by Jess Vosseteig
• ⁠Camp Frenemies⁠ by Liz Montague

• ⁠Shampoo Unicorn⁠ by Sawyer Lovett
• ⁠You and Me on Repeat⁠ by Mary Shyne
• ⁠The Wish Switch⁠ by Lynn Painter

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Erin Intrada Kelly and Her Book

01:14 The Story of Joey Guerrero: A Spy's Journey

05:13 Understanding Hansen's Disease and Its Impact

10:25 Joey Guerrero's Bravery and the Role of Women in War

12:30 The Discrimination Faced by Veterans and Immigrants

15:00 Researching Joey Guerrero's Life and Legacy

18:59 The Challenges of Writing Nonfiction

22:56 New Releases

29:21 Headlines