Kristie Miller talked about her book Ellen and Edith: Woodrow Wilson's First Ladies. In her book she explores how President Woodrow Wilson's two wives influenced his time in office, drawing a close connection between personal struggle and political action. She responded to questions from members of the audience.

This was an event in the History and Biography Pavilion of the 11th annual National Book Festival, held on the National Mall. The program concluded with schedule information.