Author of The Secret Lives of Church Ladies
Deesha Philyaw
Author of The Secret Lives of Church Ladies
About Deesha
Deesha Philyaw is an American author, columnist, and public speaker. She is known for her debut short story collection, The Secret Lives of Church Ladies, which was a finalist for the 2020 National Book Award for Fiction and won The Story Prize. Her writing often explores themes related to race, sex, gender, and pop culture through personal essays. Her work has garnered critical acclaim for its insight and storytelling prowess. In addition to her published collections, Philyaw engages audiences as a public speaker, addressing topics relevant to contemporary social issues and literature. Her contributions have made a significant impact in the fields of fiction and cultural commentary, establishing her as a notable voice in American letters.
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Latest interviews
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Finders and Keepers
How Bestselling Author Deesha Philyaw Builds Her Book Collection and Became an Avid Reader
May 6, 2026
Black Art Is Lit | Black Literature, Culture and Iconic Stories
Deesha Philyaw - The Secret Lives of Church Ladies
Feb 5, 2026
VS
Deesha Philyaw and Kiese Laymon vs. Genre
Jun 10, 2025
Black & Published
BONUS: The Doors of the Church are Open with Deesha Philyaw
Sep 25, 2024
Black & Published
Introducing Reckon True Stories with Deesha Philyaw & Kiese Laymon
Jul 18, 2024
Black & Published
Introducing URSA Short Fiction Podcast with Deesha Philyaw & Dawnie Walton
Jun 23, 2022
One Bad Mother
Episode 413: Shh! Don't Tell! with Deesha Philyaw
Jul 14, 2021
The Drip
Episode 33 -- No More Crumbs: Deesha Philyaw's THE SECRET LIVES OF CHURCH LADIES
Jun 18, 2021
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