Although John Grisham has sold rights to the first two children’s books to Penguin, Doubleday will still publish his forthcoming legal thriller for adults, an untitled work that will be released in October 2010. Grisham has said in the past that at some point, he would like to pick up where his 2001 novel A Painted House left off.
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Grisham to attend ‘Justice’ program
John Grisham will add celebrity sparkle to “Justice Through Journalism” programming by the Innocence Institute of Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Grisham will speak briefly and answer questions during a March 24 gala that will benefit the Innocence Institute.
Continue readingJohn Grisham to write children’s books
John Grisham is writing a new series for children centered on a precocious amateur lawyer. First book is called “Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer” and it will be published on May 25, 2010. It features the 13-year-old Theodore Boone, the son of two attorneys in a small Southern town.
Continue readingVideo: John Grisham discusses innocence cases
Author John Grisham discussed innocence cases at the UVA Law School during a talk to the Innocence and Capital Post-Conviction clinics and related student organizations Jan. 26, 2010.
Continue readingGrisham banned by Texan jail authorities
Bestselling and classic books have been banned from prisons in Texas over security, race or sex concerns. John Grisham has had four titles banned in the last five years. Other authors include Annie Proulx, Jenna Bush, Joyce Carol Oates, John Updike and Alice Walker.
Continue readingJohn Grisham to speak at MSU's First Pitch Banquet
A trio of former Mississippi State University baseball players that currently serve as professional baseball scouts will share the podium as guest speakers at the 13th annual “First Pitch/Meet the Team” baseball celebration Thursday, February 18 on the MSU campus. This year’s program lineup joins an impressive array of featured speakers, including best-selling author and MSU alumnus John Grisham.
Continue readingHappy Birthday, Mr. Grisham!
Mr. John Grisham turns 55 today!
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