Biographies

J.D. Salinger: Joyce Maynard's Memoir "At Home in the World"

Joyce Maynard

About the Program

Ms. Maynard talked about her book At Home in the World, published by Picador USA. She focused on her experiences as the former live-in girlfriend of writer J.D. Salinger, and detailed their relationship and eventual break-up. After her prepared remarks she answered questions from the audience. This program was recorded at the Key West Literary Seminar. J.D. Salinger died on January 27, 2010 at the age of 91.

About the Authors

Joyce Maynard

Joyce Maynard is the author of numerous books, including At Home in the World and To Die For.  Her writing has appeared in several publications, including The New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, and Salon.  For more information, visit joycemaynard.com