A Publication of Humanities Tennessee
A Long Quest

A Long Quest

Charlie Peacock’s Roots and Rhythm surveys his multifaceted life in music

In Charlie Peacock’s memoir Roots and Rhythm: A Life in Music, his take on the music business moves in tandem with his autobiography, which documents a spiritual quest that continues to this day. Peacock will discuss Roots and Rhythm with Jason Moon Wilkins at the Tennessee State Museum in Nashville on June 14.

Looking for Home

Looking for Home

Kelsey Norris’ debut story collection resonates with unanswered questions

A Mother’s Whisper

A Mother’s Whisper

Novelist Dolen Perkins-Valdez explores the legacy of a remarkable place in Happy Land

Invincible Language

Invincible Language

Major Jackson’s Razzle Dazzle combines new and old poems to dazzling effect

The Best Night of His Life

The Best Night of His Life

A young baseball fan rises to the occasion to protect his favorite team

Ways to Support the Work

Chapter 16, launched in October 2009, is an online journal about books, writers, and literary events in Tennessee and serves as the state affiliate of the Center for the Book at the Library of Congress.

We cover novels set here; histories involving Tennessee events or locations; authors who live here, were born or educated here; and out-of-state writers when they give readings or participate in book signings anywhere in the state. We also publish original poems and essays by prominent Tennessee authors (including previews of their works in progress).

Your donations help us continue to engage in the stories of the past and present to build a better future for Tennesseans. Contributions help make Chapter16 possible and ensure it remains free for the community. Individual gifts, foundation grants, and corporate sponsorships help connect communities through shared stories and allow us all to build a better future for all Tennesseans.

 

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