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Sometimes the right decision is to never talk to your parents again
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Michael Hagerty , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· August 21, 2026
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Key points Bajani is scheduled to participate in a reading on August 24. Andrea Bajani, a writer-in-residence, has written a novella called "The Anniversary" that tackles a controversial topic.
Andrea Bajani, a writer-in-residence, has written a novella called "The Anniversary" that tackles a controversial topic. The subject matter includes the decision to cease communication with one's parents. Further details about the novella and its themes are available.
Bajani is scheduled to participate in a reading on August 24. The reading will provide an opportunity to learn more about "The Anniversary" and its controversial subject matter. Bajani's discussion of the topic is expected to generate interest ahead of the event.
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Category: library Published: August 21, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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