![]() ![]() In the article “American Justice” by Sasha Abramsky, Columbia Journalism Review, the author states that, “Piper Kerman’s beautifully written Orange Is the New Black is destined to become a classic in this genre. In 1992 at age 22, she fell in love with an older woman named Nora who maintained her lavish lifestyle by operating a drug- and money-smuggling ring.” This article emphasizes on Piper’s writing style and what she focuses on in her book. Kerman summarizes how she ended up behind bars. ReviewsĪccording to “Orange is a colorful tale of life redeemed” an article by Deirdre Donahue in USA Today,” is a zippy, unpretentious writer, Kerman wisely focuses not on herself but on people: the 50ish wife of a Russian gangster who rules the kitchen, a gospel music-loving transsexual and a peace activist nun. She has produced interactive marketing, television advertising, print, and Web sites.” The article tells us about Piper’s post-prison life and how she has grown after being imprisoned. A native of Boston and graduate of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts, she is a communications executive at the nonprofit Spitfire Strategies where she also worked in justice reform, public health accreditation, and media policy. ![]() According to the Contemporary Authors Database, “Piper Kerman was born c. ![]() ![]() Some of the important characters are Larry Smith: Piper’s fiancée Annette, Yoga Janet and Pop: who were some of the inmates that were doing time with Piper Piper’s parents and Larry’s parents. ![]()
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