Literary Luminary Victoria Christopher Murray Headlines at Author Talks 2025

ATLANTA - May 27, 2025 - PRLog -- Atlanta, GA — Atlanta's hottest new destination for culture and creativity, Author Talks 2025, returns Friday, June 20, 2025, 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, with New York Times bestselling author Victoria Christopher Murray center stage at Buckhead Art & Company, 288 Buckhead Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30305. Book lovers, art enthusiasts, and anyone craving an unforgettable night out are invited to secure their seats today—and bring friends for an evening where stories leap off the page and into vibrant real life.

The prolific storyteller, Victoria Christopher Murray whose catalogue exceeds twenty chart-topping titles—including Essence bestsellers The Ex Files, Too Little, Too Late, and Lady Jasmine—has earned nine African American Literary Awards, the Golden Pen Award for Inspirational Fiction, the Phyllis Wheatley Trailblazer Award, and the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work (Stand Your Ground). Murray's latest release, Harlem Rhapsody, revisits the Harlem Renaissance through the eyes of pioneering editor Jessie Redmon Fauset, drawing early critical acclaim and predictions of further literary honors.

Event Highlights

• Main Stage Conversation & Live Q&A – Series curator Yolanda Rascoe, guides an in-depth discussion of Murray's creative process, archival research, and the continuing influence of Fauset's protégés Zora Neale Hurston, Langston Hughes, and Countee Cullen.
• Personalized Book-Signing – Attendees may meet the author one-on-one, secure autographed editions, and browse exclusive merchandise.
• Art Immersion – Guests explore Buckhead Art & Company's rotating exhibitions while sampling complimentary wine during the "Author Talks Wine Down."
• VIP "Author Talks Afterglow" (8:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m.) – A limited-capacity upgrade features signature cocktails, gourmet hors d'oeuvres, live music, curated giveaways, and photo moments designed for social sharing.

Tickets for both general admission and the VIP experience are available through AuthorTalks2025.com (http://www.authortalks2025.com/).

About Author Talks 2025

The monthly series celebrates Black storytelling by pairing acclaimed authors with a gallery backdrop, uniting literature and visual art in a multisensory setting that fosters dialogue and community. Each gathering blends literature, fine art, and live entertainment, offering an uplifting space for readers, writers, and creatives.

The literary showcase is produced by YoR Best Life, LLC, a champion for diverse voices in literature and the arts—leads this visionary series. Guided by a mission to cultivate inclusive spaces where creativity and culture flourish, the organization ensures Atlanta stays at the forefront of literary and artistic innovation.

Looking Ahead

Seats for the Friday, June 20^th engagement are limited. Additional information, ticket tiers, and future speaker announcements can be found at AuthorTalks2025.com. The upcoming evening with Victoria Christopher Murray promises to be the defining cultural moment of the summer.