Join contemporary fiction author John Erik Dunnam at the 2026 Central Alabama PrideFest on Sunday, June 14, 2026, beginning at 11:00 AM for a day filled with celebration, community, storytelling, and Pride.

As a featured PrideFest vendor, John Erik Dunnam will be onsite meeting readers and attendees while celebrating the release of his debut novel, Inheritance of Silence — a powerful and emotionally resonant contemporary fiction novel exploring identity, resilience, healing, grief, survival, and the courage to live authentically.

Named a Finalist for the 2026 International Impact Book Awards Author of the Year in Contemporary Fiction, Nominated for the 2026 American Writing Awards for LGBTQ Fiction and Book of the Year, Nominated for the 2026 Storytrade Book Awards in Contemporary Fiction, Nominated for the Storytrade Prodigy Award Best Debut, Dunnam has quickly emerged as a bold new literary voice whose work speaks to vulnerability, self-discovery, and the importance of embracing who you truly are.

Visitors to the booth will have the opportunity to:

📚 Purchase copies of Inheritance of Silence

✍️ Receive personalized signed copies from the author

📸 Take photos with John Erik Dunnam

💬 Discuss the inspiration and themes behind the novel

✨ Learn about upcoming books and future literary projects

🏳️‍🌈 Celebrate Pride, storytelling, and authentic self-expression

Whether you are an avid reader, a supporter of LGBTQ+ voices in literature, or simply looking to connect with members of the creative community, we invite you to stop by, say hello, and be part of this incredible celebration.

Event Details:

📍 2026 Central Alabama PrideFest - Linn Park - Downtown Birmingham

📅 Sunday, June 14, 2026

⏰ Starting at 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Come celebrate stories, visibility, creativity, and the voices that continue to inspire change.

We cannot wait to see you there.