Updates

I am proud to announce that Inheritance of Silence has been named a Finalist in Contemporary Fiction in the 2026 Storytrade Book Awards.

This recognition marks another exciting...

I'm excited to share that the opening chapters of two of my unpublished novels, The House on Highland Avenue and I Sharted!, have officially been entered in the 2026 Storytrade...

One of the biggest changes in my journey as an author has been realizing just how much you learn from one book to the next.

When that first publishing agreement arrives, there is...

July 30, 2026

I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with my readers, friends, and supporters!

My debut novel, Inheritance of Silence, has been awarded the 2026 Shakespeare...

Every author's journey reaches a moment when it's time to think beyond the next book and begin building a lasting literary career.

For me, that moment is now.

I'm excited to share...

I'm excited to share that I've officially joined Substack!

Writing has always been about creating meaningful connections through stories, and Substack gives me a new place to...

My Official BookBub Author Profile Is Now Live!

I'm excited to share that my official BookBub Author Profile is now live!

BookBub is one of the world's largest communities for...

I'm excited to share another milestone in my author journey!

Austin Macauley Publishers has published a feature highlighting my recent book signing at Barnes & Noble – West...

Exciting News: More Book Signings May Be Coming to the Dallas–Fort Worth Area!

I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with everyone!

Following the incredible response to my...

Announcement: The John Erik Dunnam Collection Is Coming!

I'm thrilled to announce that I'm officially developing The John Erik Dunnam...

One of the greatest privileges of being an author is knowing that something I wrote has connected with another person. Every message, every conversation at a book signing, and...

New Photo Gallery: An Unforgettable Afternoon at Barnes & Noble Denver West Village

One of the greatest joys of being an author is getting to meet the readers who bring a...

I am excited to share that my second novel, House of Windows, has officially been scheduled for publication on September 11, 2026.

This announcement marks a major milestone in my...

Next Stop: Denver!

The journey continues.

This Thursday, I will be heading to Denver, Colorado for what promises to be another exciting...

A look back at an unforgettable weekend celebrating Inheritance of Silence at B&A Warehouse and Central Alabama PrideFest 2026.

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Award-Nominated Debut Novel Inheritance of Silence by John Erik Dunnam Earns International Literary Recognition

FORT WORTH, TEXAS — Contemporary fiction...

This weekend marks a significant milestone in my journey as an author, and I am excited to share it with all of you.

After writing, revising, dreaming, and refusing to give up,...

I am excited to share another milestone in the journey of Inheritance of Silence.

One of the questions I receive most often from readers is, "Where can I buy the book?" The...

Publishing a book teaches you something most people never see from the outside.

There are the big moments everyone celebrates—the cover reveal, the publication date, the awards,...

I am honored to announce that Inheritance of Silence has been nominated for the 2026 American Fiction Awards in LGBTQ+ Fiction.

This recognition marks another exciting milestone...