Welcome to my website! I’ve been on the road, literally, virtually, and metaphorically, since the release of my memoir A Family, Maybe in 2024. The book tour has been exciting as well as the opportunities to speak about the book in the media, 25 podcast/radio interviews this year alone. In the meantime, several of my new pieces are coming out in a variety of media outlets.
Join me on this journey and feel free to reach out!
News, Events, Readings
- On Unconditioning with “Authentic Tales of an Adoptive Father”
Ending the year with an interview on a unique podcast which explores the ways to encounter and nurture your creative spirit. (It’s also one of my favorite podcasts to listen to!). Thanks to the incredibly empathic host Whitney Ann, it’sContinue reading “On Unconditioning with “Authentic Tales of an Adoptive Father”” - Finding new readers at a holiday market
The annual Uptown Village Market in Bixby Knolls, Long Beach, on December 5 was busy and fun. This was my first time doing it among other 65 artisans and creatives. I sold a few books, but more importantly, talked toContinue reading “Finding new readers at a holiday market” - On Great Dad Talks
Earlier this year, I had a great opportunity to be a guest on the fatherhood podcast “Great Dad Talks,” hosted by Paul Banas, parenting coach and publisher of Pregnancy Magazine. Our conversation explored many facets of modern fatherhood, including howContinue reading “On Great Dad Talks” - Speaking to a Stanford alumni club
“A court drama that became a personal memoir” was the title of the talk I gave to my alma mater alumni club here in LA on October 26, 2025. In it, I reflected on the issues facing the child welfareContinue reading “Speaking to a Stanford alumni club” - On “Dad Lit” panel at Belmont Shore Book Fair
Exploring modern fatherhood in conversation with Max Evans and Nicholas Westerfer, moderated by Patrick Erlandson, founder of the educational nonprofit Father-Con. We discussed the challenges of being a Dad today, how it informs our writing, what being a parent taughtContinue reading “On “Dad Lit” panel at Belmont Shore Book Fair” - A song about A Family, Maybe by Bruce Dalzell
Bruce Dalzell, a contemporary folk singer / songwriter from Ohio, wrote this song after reading A Family, Maybe. He came on to perform it during my interview on The Anna Jinja Show, and my jaw hit the floor. I hadContinue reading “A song about A Family, Maybe by Bruce Dalzell” - Interview airs on NPR, Pacifica, and other radio stations
Our deep, densely-packed, and dynamic conversation on The Anna Jinja Show, the #1 adoption podcast in the country, aired last week on 4 radio stations, including WOUB-FM (NPR), KHOI 89.1 FM (Pacifica Radio), STAR 107 FM, and Radio St.Pete 86.7Continue reading “Interview airs on NPR, Pacifica, and other radio stations” - On A Joyful Rebellion
“In this powerful episode, writer and father Lane Igoudin reveals the painful flaws of the foster system and the quiet strength needed to protect his family. This inspiring adoption story proves love always finds a way.” – Podcast host JamesContinue reading “On A Joyful Rebellion” - My op-ed in LA Blade on the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling
At the end of June, an important, disturbing decision came down from the US Supreme Court concerning LGBTQ-themed books in public schools. Here’s my op-ed piece published by Los Angeles Blade, America’s longest-running gay newspaper, about its wide-reaching consequences. PS.Continue reading “My op-ed in LA Blade on the Mahmoud v. Taylor ruling”
Praise for A Family, Maybe
“An inspiring portrait of steadfast love under pressure.”
Janet Fitch, White Oleander, an Oprah’s Book Club selection
“A story of hope and perseverance.”
U.S. Congressman Alan Lowenthal
“The true tale of love and legal
struggles met by one couple hoping to adopt.”
Farron Hipp, NBC “Daytime”
TV Show
“A breathtaking exploration of challenges that adults and children face when navigating foster care adoption.”
Rita L. Soronen, President, Dave Thomas
Foundation for Adoption
“A lesson from a transformative era when California’s LGBTQ+ community was struggling to gain acceptance, respect, and equal rights.”
California State Senator Sheila Kuehl
“Shows a thriving, multi-racial and multicultural family based on love, stability, and an infinite devotion to their kids.”
Stacey Stevenson, CEO, Family Equality
“A must-read for any prospective foster-adoptive caregiver.”
Jenny Serrano, Children’s Services
Administrator, County of Los Angeles
“Recounts with compassion a struggle to create a family amid crushing bureaucracy.”
Vanessa McGrady, Rock Needs River
“An emotional hook to the heart that will keep even diehard thriller readers turning pages.”
Greta Boris, a USA TODAY bestselling author
About Lane
Lane Igoudin, Ph.D., is the author of A Family, Maybe, a transformative journey through foster adoptions to fatherhood (Ooligan Press, Portland State University, 2024). He has written extensively on parenting, spiritual growth, and LGBTQ issues for Adoption.com, Forward, Jewish Journal, Lambda Literary Review, and LGBTQ Nation. He has spoken about his parenting journey on NBC’s “Daytime” TV show, NPR and other radio stations, 30+ podcasts, as well as to live audiences throughout Southern California. Lane is professor of English and linguistics at Los Angeles City College and a past Andrew W. Mellon Fellow with the Humanities Division of UCLA.
Lane Igoudin | Author, Professor, Dad 