Book Tangleroot author and “Black History Maven” Kalela Williams to host a special literary or historical program. Based in central Virginia, Kalela is happy to travel as her schedule allows; and most programs are available virtually.
Featured Program: Tangleroot with Shadow Puppetry
Photo by Kate Simon
Photo by Johanna Austin
Courtesy of Creative Mornings, Shenandoah Valley
Other Special Programs
Contact Kalela Williams about podcasts, films, interviews and more for your arts, cultural, or historical organization.
Book Clubs, School Visits, and Writing Workshops
Tangleroot author Kalela Williams offers virtual or in-person readings; or leads fun, interactive creative writing workshops. Themes in Tangleroot include: the history and legacy of slavery; erased or destroyed Black communities; women’s history, including women’s diaries and letters; burial grounds and cemeteries, and 19th century fashion.
Black History and Women’s History Programs
Letters, diaries, and other primary sources bring Black history and women’s history to life, uncovering stories of real people and events. Programs can focus specifically on Black history, or delve into women’s history.
Untangling the Publishing Process
Discover the start-to-finish journey of Tangleroot, and get a basic primer of the industry, from first draft to rejections to book launch, as author Kalela Williams shares the ins-and-outs and ups and downs of her publishing journey. A query-letter writing activity caps off this program.
