Five forthcoming gatherings tied to American Prophets!

On the horizon of literary and musical events, the American Writers Museum is hosting a captivating lineup of authors and discussions. Here's a roundup of some of the upcoming events that are not to be missed.

Kathryn Gin Lum at the American Writers Museum

On December 10, 2022, at 6:00 PM, Kathryn Gin Lum will be speaking about her book "Heathen: Religion and Race in American History." The event is an in-person gathering, and a link to the online broadcast can also be registered for. Following the program, books written by Kathryn Gin Lum will be available for purchase and signing.

Horror Writing and Religion at the University of Chicago Divinity School

On October 10, 6:30 PM CT, the University of Chicago Divinity School will host a program on Horror Writing and Religion. Leading writers of horror and suspense, including Tananarive Due, Matt Ruff, and Levi Holloway, will discuss their use of religion in their work. The program will take place at the University of Chicago Divinity School, 1025 E 58th St, Chicago, IL 60637. Books written by the authors participating in the program will be available for purchase and signing following the event.

James Baldwin & Queer Spirituality at the American Writers Museum

Christopher W. Hunt's new book, "Jimmy's Faith: James Baldwin, Disidentification, and the Queer Possibilities of Black Religion", explores how Baldwin's usage of religious symbols shifted their meaning and served as a way for him to build his own religious and spiritual vision. On September 16, 6:00 PM CT, Christopher W. Hunt will be interviewed by Northwestern professor Ivy Wilson about his book at the American Writers Museum. The event is an in-person gathering, and a link to the online broadcast can also be registered for. Following the program, books written by Christopher W. Hunt will be available for purchase and signing.

Thomas A. Tweed at the American Writers Museum

Thomas A. Tweed visits the American Writers Museum to discuss his book "Religion in the Lands that Became America". The book is a sweeping retelling of American religious history. Books written by Thomas A. Tweed will be available for purchase and signing following the program. John N. Low joins Thomas A. Tweed in conversation at the American Writers Museum.

Spirituality & Song: From Leonard Cohen to Fleetwood Mac at the American Writers Museum

The program "Spirituality & Song: From Leonard Cohen to Fleetwood Mac" at the American Writers Museum is an in-person event. Alan Light, who discusses the significance of spirituality in music, will also be present at the event. Books written by Alan Light will be available for purchase and signing following the program.

Book Signings at the American Writers Museum

Following various events, books written by Kathryn Gin Lum, Christopher W. Hunt, Thomas A. Tweed, and Alan Light will be available for purchase and signing at the American Writers Museum.

Online Broadcast Registration

A link to the online broadcast of the programs "Kathryn Gin Lum, "Heathen"" and "Religion in the Lands that Became America" can be registered for. For those unable to attend the in-person events, these online broadcasts offer a chance to engage with the authors and their work from the comfort of their own homes.

These events promise to be insightful, engaging, and thought-provoking, offering a unique exploration of religion, spirituality, and literature. Whether you're a bookworm, a music lover, or simply curious about the intersection of religion and culture, these events are not to be missed.

Five forthcoming gatherings tied to American Prophets!