The Southern Awakening
Book by Barnard Sims

"Engaging, powerful, and thought-provoking manuscript, which is heart-wrenching at times but ultimately uplifting, as well as educational. Your passion jumps off the page every step of the way."

Archway Publishing

The Southern Awakening reminds readers of the roots of oppression and presents pathways to create equitable movements for future generations.

Learn more about the book's themes, contents and feedback here.

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Texas Book Festival Gallery
Sat, Nov 11
Austin
Nov 11, 2023, 11:00 AM – Nov 12, 2023, 7:00 PM
Austin, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA
Nov 11, 2023, 11:00 AM – Nov 12, 2023, 7:00 PM
Austin, 1100 Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701, USA
The Southern Awakening will be featured at this year's book festival!
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Printer's Row Lit Fest
Sat, Sep 09
Chicago
Sep 09, 2023, 11:20 AM – Sep 10, 2023, 4:00 PM
Chicago, Printer's Row, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Sep 09, 2023, 11:20 AM – Sep 10, 2023, 4:00 PM
Chicago, Printer's Row, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
The Southern Awakening will be featured at the Printer's Row Lit Fest!
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San Diego Union-Tribune’s Festival of Books
Sat, Aug 19
University of San Diego
Aug 19, 2023, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Aug 19, 2023, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
University of San Diego, 5998 Alcala Park Way, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
American Fest 2022 Best Book Award Winner (Nonfiction, Cross-Genre), 2022 Finalists (Multi- Cultural), 2023 National Black Book Festival (Black Authors Matter) Award Winner, Author/Actor/Activist & Founder of REACH ONE CHESS ♟️, Inc will be Featured at the University San Diego’s, Festival of Books!
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2023 ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition
Fri, Jun 23
Chicago
Jun 23, 2023, 7:00 PM – Jun 26, 2023, 7:00 PM
Chicago, 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Jun 23, 2023, 7:00 PM – Jun 26, 2023, 7:00 PM
Chicago, 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
American Library Association featured The Southern Awakening at their Chicago event!
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Book Signing & Discussion
Sun, Aug 14
Athens
Aug 14, 2022, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Athens, 2025 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Aug 14, 2022, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Athens, 2025 Baxter St, Athens, GA 30606, USA
Come join the discussion with Barnard & Hattie Lawson from WXAG Radio! We will cover the topics in the book and how we can all play a part in building anti racist communities in the South. The event will be in the Athens Library Auditorium on Baxter Street. Register & SUBSCRIBE here for prizes!
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