Ann Packer's 'The Children's Crusade' Thursday, May 7, 2015 | Sacramento, CA Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin. An American novelist and short story writer known for her critically acclaimed first novel “The Dive From Clausen’s Pier” is returning to Sacramento in support of her new book, “The Children’s Crusade.” Capital Public Radio’s Donna Apidone talks with Ann Packer about her work and what it’s like to be part of a book club when you’re a famous writer. LINKS: New York Times: 'The Children's Crusade,' by Ann Packer
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