A.J. Tata on Service, Story, and Writing with Purpose

Presented by: A.J. Tata | Clay Stafford | Maggie Toussaint

Categories: About the Author | Military | Politics

Clay Stafford interviews 2017 Guest of Honor A.J. Tata about his military background, educational journey, and the balance between writing and public service. Maggie Toussaint joins the conversation to help recognize and celebrate the 2017 debut authors.

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