John Erik Dunnam

Author
John Erik Dunnam

John Erik Dunnam

 John Erik Dunnam is a bold new voice in contemporary literature, blending raw honesty with lyrical storytelling. His debut novel, Inheritance of Silence, draws from personal experience and transforms it into a powerful narrative of resilience, identity, and renewal. With a talent for exploring grief, survival, and self-discovery, Dunnam invites readers into stories that are as haunting as they are hopeful. His work challenges silence, embraces vulnerability, and celebrates the strength found in overcoming.   You can sign up to get updates about their writing here.

Books

Inheritance of Silence

Inheritance of Silence

Silence has a way of shaping us. It can wound, conceal, and suffocate—but it can also become the spark that ignites transformation. Inheritance of Silence is not just a novel; it’s an invitation to step into the fragile spaces where grief collides with strength, and where loss becomes the unexpected teacher of resilience.

John Erik Dunnam weaves...

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House of Windows

House of Windows

Every house remembers what it has seen. Every window holds a secret. In House of Windows, John Erik Dunnam invites readers into a hauntingly beautiful exploration of memory, grief, and the fragile architecture of the human spirit. This is not merely a story—it is an experience that peers through the glass between past and present, love and...

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Burn the Map:

Burn the Map:

Life Beyond What You Were Given
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Latest Updates

April 11, 2026
I'm now on Goodreads

There are certain milestones in an author’s journey that feel quietly significant—and joining Goodreads is one of them.

I’m excited to officially share that I am now on...

April 8, 2026
A Grateful Heart & What Comes Next

There are moments in life when words feel almost insufficient—when gratitude runs deeper than language can fully express. This is one of those moments.

To every single person...

April 3, 2026
Preorder Open NOW!!!

It’s official — the publisher page for Inheritance of Silence is now live.

My debut novel, published by Austin Macauley Publishers, is available for preorder ahead of its release...

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Events

24
April
Upcoming Event
Author Launch / Book Signing

Author Launch & Book Signing Event

Inheritance of Silence by John Erik Dunnam

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the highly anticipated debut novel, Inheritance of Silence, by John Erik Dunnam. This exclusive launch event at Barnes & Noble at The Summit in Birmingham, Alabama marks the official release of a powerful and thought-provoking story that explores identity, resilience, and the unspoken truths that shape our lives.

Guests will have the opportunity to meet the...

5
June
Upcoming Event
Pride 2026 Book Tour Stop - Houston, TX

TOUR KICKOFF + MEDIA LAUNCH

Morning / Early Afternoon

  • Radio or podcast interview (local NPR / LGBTQ station)
  • Press photo session (Pride visuals, author branding)

Evening — Flagship Launch Event

  • Reading (10 min)
  • Moderated interview: “From Silence to Story”
  • Audience Q&A
  • Book signing & photos

Ideal Venue Types

  • Major indie bookstore
  • LGBTQ+ community center auditorium
  • University event space

6
June
Upcoming Event
Pride 2026 Book Tour Stop - New Orleans, LA

CULTURE & STORYTELLING NIGHT

Afternoon

  • Arts & culture media interview
  • Meet with local LGBTQ arts org

Evening Event

  • Reading
  • Panel: Queer storytelling & Southern identity
  • Optional local performer opener
  • Signing

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