Meghan Markle talks new book 'The Bench' and its non-traditional depictions of masculinity and diversity - Fox News

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Meghan Markle discussed the deeply personal story behind her new children’s book "The Bench" as well as the important role diversity and inclusivity played in its creation. .

The 39-year-old Duchess of Sussex sat down for an interview with NPR prior to the birth of her and Prince Harry’s second child, Lilibet "Lilii" Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, that debuted on Sunday’s "Weekend Edition." In the interview, she discussed the origin of the book, appropriately rooted in the Father’s Day holiday.

MEGHAN MARKLE CELEBRATES 'THE BENCH' BECOMING A BESTSELLER, TALKS HOW IT SHOWS 'ANOTHER SIDE OF MASCULINITY'.

Meghan Markle discussed her new book ‘The Bench’ and what it means for diverse depictions of fatherhood.

"I wanted him to just try something a little bit new and work in watercolor," Meghan explained.

MEGHAN MARKLE REVEALS WHAT HELPED HER DURING A YEAR OF BEING 'FORCED APART'.

Markle had previously discussed her desire to show "universal themes of love, representation and inclusivity" in the book on her and Harry’s Archwell website. 

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