Oakland, CA, January 4th, 2024 -- Oakland Arts & Lectures proudly presents an enriching evening with Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, New York Times-bestselling author of Friday Black, and his latest novel, Chain-Gang All Stars, on Sunday, Feb 04, 2024, starting at 3PM PST.
Taking place at the vibrant Oakstop - California Ballroom, this event is a must-attend for literary enthusiasts in Oakland. Chain-Gang All Stars, a finalist for the National Book Award in Fiction, has received widespread acclaim. The dystopian novel, likened to Orwell's 1984 and Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, offers a stark vision of a private prison system and has been hailed as a book that "should permanently shift our understanding of who we are and what we're capable of doing."
Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, the author at the center of this literary showcase, has achieved notable success. His work has been featured in The New York Times Book Review, Esquire, The Paris Review, and more. He was recognized as a National Book Foundation's "5 Under 35" honoree and has garnered several prestigious awards, including the PEN/Jean Stein Book Award and the Saroyan Prize. Adjei-Brenyah's unique voice and storytelling prowess promise to make the evening a memorable one.
Oakland Arts & Lectures, powered by the Activate Oakland Event Sponsorship Program, is a testament to the thriving literary scene in Oakland. CEO and Founder of Sistah Scifi, Isis Asare, states, "Our aim is to create a space that celebrates art, literature, and community. We are delighted to present an evening with Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, an author whose work is as thought-provoking as it is captivating."
Elizabeth Falkner, Grant Administrator for the Activate Oakland Event Sponsorship Program, adds, "Oakland Arts & Lectures serves as a platform for critical conversations and cultural exchange. We are proud to support this initiative that contributes to the richness of Oakland's cultural landscape while also activating the Uptown business district."
Don't miss this opportunity to dive deep into the world of literature, meet fellow enthusiasts, and engage in stimulating conversations. Join us at Oakland Arts & Lectures for an unforgettable evening.
Oakland Arts & Lectures, launched by Sistah Scifi in 2024, is a vibrant literary event series. Each large scale, author event draws literary enthusiasts to Uptown Oakland and feature moderatored discussions and book signings with best selling, award winning authors, curated art exhibitions, interactive networking, a diverse book fair, and culinary delights.
