Many people enjoy cafes, and writers are no exception. They offer atmosphere, company, and inspiration, all of which are helpful for the writing process. Join us for a writing exercise where we'll make use of cafe-themed ideas and imagery. Registration is requested. If you signed up for the Sunday session, please do not sign up…
There is an undeniable uniqueness to how the Southern voice approaches narrative poetry—intertwining stories, rhythm, and lived experiences. Dasan Ahanu will explore this uniqueness while sharing poems from his three latest collections: Shackled Freedom, Month of Sundays, and Concrete Jungle Allegories. He will discuss how his writing seeks to carry on the legacy of Southern…
Join us for a conversation with novelist and NC State professor Elaine Neil Orr, author of Dancing Woman. Elaine will discuss her personal relationship to the content of the Nigeria-set novel, her research process, and what we learn by bringing apparently disparate cultures into contact in fiction. She’ll also give a brief reading from her…
