Larry Bograd is an acclaimed, award-winning author whose books have been published by renowned houses including Farrar/Straus, Harper, and Macmillan. His works have been translated into multiple languages—Japanese, French, Swedish, Danish, and German—reaching readers across the globe. His debut novel, Felix in the Attic,...
…earned the Irma Simonton Black Award for Best Book for Children from Bank Street College. His powerful novel Los Alamos Light was recognized internationally as a UNESCO Book for Peace.
Larry’s early success in children’s and young adult literature was disrupted by book bans and censorship. His honest exploration of childhood poverty and adolescent identity sparked controversy, leading him to pivot to screenwriting, playwriting, and documentary filmmaking. He now resides in Denver, Colorado.
Blood Flow is Larry Bograd’s deeply personal dual memoir, intertwining two pivotal life events: the suicide of his father, a physician, shortly after Larry’s bar mitzvah, and Larry’s own unexpected triple bypass surgery in his 50s.
This compelling narrative travels through time and geography—from postwar Italy and Eastern Europe to suburban Colorado—uncovering long-held family secrets and medical histories. As Larry seeks to understand the trauma surrounding his father’s death, he reveals powerful truths about intergenerational grief, immigrant identity, and the resilience of the human spirit.
Through decades of interviews, research, and reflection, Blood Flow uncovers:
Perfect for readers interested in memoirs, mental health, family dynamics, and cultural history, Blood Flow is a powerful exploration of what it means to carry forward a legacy while finding your own voice.
Related Posts
David Hooper- David Hooper is an author, radio host, and marketing expert who works with entrepreneurs and brands to build their authority and influence to increase sales and more effectively spread their messages. The story starts a few years ago… I released a book called Six-Figure Musician – How to Sell More Music, Get More People
Read MoreAdrienne Garland Adrienne Garland is the CEO and Founder of She Leads Media, a media platform and marketing consultancy dedicated to enhancing the visibility and influence of women entrepreneurs and leaders around the world. The mission of She Leads Media is to inspire, educate and showcase women leaders via in-person conferences and events, media
Read MoreMisa Chien-Misa Chien says Praiseworthy is a customer service blog specializing in helping businesses improve their online reputation. To find out how to get google reviews for your business or how to remove google reviews that are fake, you can visit our blog here. Listen to another #12minconvo
Read MoreJJ Conway- JJ Conway: I thoroughly enjoy my career as a military physicist! The motto of my organization, DTRA, is “Making the World Safer,” and I’m proud to say that’s exactly what we do. I am also passionate about empowering God’s people to become financially independent through my non-profit JJConway.org, and I have a special
Read MoreAndy Smith Andy Smith is an award-winning business coach and manager, who built a successful career on a ‘work hard, play hard’ mentality. Having grown up on a small Scottish Island, this usually involved alcohol – and lots of it. After a 10 year battle to rid himself of an alcohol addiction he finally managed it.
Read MoreAbout Anand MahalingamAs an Indian-American actor and comedian, my journey to Hollywood has been anything but ordinary. From MCing cultural shows at my temple as a teen to performing on stage in Los Angeles’ top comedy clubs, I’ve always been driven by a passion for storytelling, humor, and authentic self-expression… …While studying in college, I
Read MoreAbout Erica GlessingErica Glessing believes when you tell your story, you change the world. The CEO of Happy Publishing LLC, Erica is a master of happiness and creative expression with businesses that embrace video marketing, podcast production, and book publishing… …She has generated #1 bestselling status for more than 225 authors since January 2015, and
Read MoreSimone Vincenzi- Simone Vincenzi, known as The Italian Stallion of the speaking industry, is the co-founder of GTeX Community. Simone is the Lead Facilitator of Explode Your Coaching Business, and has been featured on TEDx, recognised as one of the most influential Migrant Entrepreneurs in the Uk and awarded Speaker Of The Year 2016 by the ACPTC. Fed up
Read MoreShelsey Jarvis- Shelsey Jarvis helps female online entrepreneurs who are desperately trying to make their business work, but it just doesn’t seem to be coming together. We don’t talk much about their strategies though; because that’s usually not where the problem is. It’s all between the ears. I give them the tools and support to
Read MoreChristopher Lin focus is to help car dealerships: Generate More Reviews Generate Higher Margin Referrals /Ep 13 Christopher Lin founded Dealergramm in July 2014 to help automotive dealers optimize the post-sales process to drive repeat/referral business through social media. He believes car sales are about continuous networking and skill building. His focus is to help
Read MoreAbout Liz CovartLiz Covart is the Founding Director of Colonial Williamsburg Innovation Studios at the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. She is best known for her work as the creator, host, and executive producer of the award-winning podcast Ben Franklin’s World: A Podcast About Early American History… …As the Founding Director of Colonial Williamsburg Innovation Studios, Liz
Read MoreGwenda Smith- Gwenda Smith is a trailblazer and unconventional practitioner with a proven track record of success over 30 years. Having changed hundreds of people’s lives over the years. Working with individuals and groups she provides dynamic, interactive sessions to people who want to embrace a life enriched and empowered, being strong in mind, body
Read More