T.C. Boyle

Studio 360

The author T. Coraghessan Boyle has turned himself into a brand name — which is remarkable since Boyle doesn’t write within a specific genre. If anything, T.C. Boyle’s fans expect the unexpected topic with each book, but they always count on Boyle’s wit and charm. Kurt Andersen talks with the California-based author about why he wants to be a storytelling guru.

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