Peter Orner teaches creative writing at Dartmouth University.

He's also the author of several books, including his latest, Still No Word from You, which is inspired by a series of letters written by his late grandfather while he was overseas fighting in World War II.

It's not every day we get to pique the mind of an Ivy League professor, so of COURSE we talked about writing. And because those who write must also read, we talked about books.

He gives some sage advice about reading that should hopefully take pressure off of anyone who feels obligated to read certain kinds of books.

Learn more about Peter HERE.

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