Brandon Hobson is a National Book Award Finalist, and the author of a brand new novel called The Removed. The book is about one family and the lasting impacts from the murder of  their son at the hands of a police officer. Today we talk about how The Removed challenges stereotypes around Native Americans, creating a career from passions, and the writers who inspire Brandon.There are no spoilers on this episode.The Stacks Book Club selection for March is Every Body Looking by Candice Iloh, we will discuss the book with Nic Stone on March 31st.You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2021/03/24/ep-156-brandon-hobsonSUPPORT THE STACKSJoin The Stacks Pack on PatreonCare/Of - head to takecareof.com and use the code stacks50 for 50% off your first orderPurchasing books through Bookshop.org or Amazon earns The Stacks a small commission.Connect with Brandon: Twitter