The Scandal of Reading

Austin and Claude start with a quick overview of James Baldwin’s debut novel then dive into its opening paragraph to explore the novel’s religious context and the psychological dynamics of church life. What happens when we come of age in religious spaces that mean well but do damage?

Whether you are reading along with us or simply want to know more about this important novel, join us as journey through this novel. Be sure to check out our Lit Pulpit Facebook group where you can ask questions and share thoughts on the novel:

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Show Notes

Austin and Claude start with a quick overview of James Baldwin’s debut novel then dive into its opening paragraph to explore the novel’s religious context and the psychological dynamics of church life. What happens when we come of age in religious spaces that mean well but do damage?


Whether you are reading along with us or simply want to know more about this important novel, join us as journey through this novel. Be sure to check out our Lit Pulpit Facebook group where you can ask questions and share thoughts on the novel:


Scandal of Reading Facebook Group

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What is The Scandal of Reading?

Join Jessica Hooten Wilson (author of The Scandal of Holiness) and her co-hosts Claude Atcho (author of Reading Black Books) and Austin Carty (author of The Pastor's Bookshelf) for inspiring conversations about why Christians should be reading great literature. In each episode, Jessica will also be dialoguing with writers about books they love and why these books matter for the life of the believer.