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Willy Vlautin reveals the story behind his novel ‘The Left and the Lucky’
- Erik Pedersen, The Orange County Register
- Jun 3, 2026
- Jun 3, 2026
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"The Left and the Lucky: A Novel," by Willy Vlautin. (HarperCollins/TNS)
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Erik Pedersen, The Orange County Register
Though his novels have been praised by Ursula K. Le Guin and Ann Patchett and adapted into well-regarded films, Willy Vlautin says he began writing fiction for an unlikely reason.
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