The Book Matters series seeks to celebrate the written works of faculty members from a range of disciplines at the University of Iowa -- The Writing University. By shining a light on published works from a wide range of disciplines, these events are an opportunity for scholars and critical thinkers from across the campus and community to come together to discuss ideas, meet new colleagues, and celebrate the writing strengths of UI scholars outside of traditional writing departments.
A companion program for Creative Matters, Book Matters is hosted by the Office of the Vice President for Research. The events are free and open to the public.
Books recently published by Iowa faculty
Upcoming Events
Virtual Editorial Session with Mark Simpson-Vos
Working on a book proposal? Starting to turn your dissertation into a book? Have questions about the academic publishing industry? Join us for one of two “ask-an-editor-anything” sessions with former Obermann Editor-in-Residence Mark Simpson-Vos.
Wednesday, December 3 from 12-1pm and 4-5pm (on Zoom).
Space is limited, RSVP required. RSVP here: https://obermann.uiowa.edu/MSV-virtual
Virtual Editorial Session with Mark Simpson-Vos
Working on a book proposal? Starting to turn your dissertation into a book? Have questions about the academic publishing industry? Join us for one of two “ask-an-editor-anything” sessions with former Obermann Editor-in-Residence Mark Simpson-Vos.
Wednesday, December 3 from 12-1pm and 4-5pm (on Zoom).
Space is limited, RSVP required. RSVP here: https://obermann.uiowa.edu/MSV-virtual
Book Matters: Jamel Brinkley in conversation with Stephen Lovely
Join us for a special Book Matters celebrating acclaimed author Jamel Brinkley, recipient of a 2024 Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2022-2023 Rome Prize in Literature.
Provost Kevin Kregel will recognize Brinkley for his external awards. Brinkley will read a selection from his work and then join Stephen Lovely, novelist and director of the Iowa Young Writers’ Studio, for conversation and audience Q&A.
“Jamel Brinkley is one of the best story writers we have…Read everything this man writes, and know...
I wish to participate in Book Matters
If you are a faculty member with a recently published or forthcoming book and wish to participate in future Book Matters events, please complete our form.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Casey Westlake in advance at 319-467-0039.