Reginald Dwayne Betts tackles the complexities of life after incarceration through powerful poetry. Navigating themes of redemption, fatherhood, and identity, his poems offer a deeply personal reflection on justice, hope, and the long road to healing. This collection informs Betts's solo show Felon: An American Washi Tale in which Betts collaborated with artist Kyoko Ibe on sets made of "prison paper" sourced from clothes of incarcerated men. Discussion will tie into the themes and pieces presented in Washi Transformed: New Expressions in Japanese Paper. Please note that the author will not be in attendance for this event.

All book discussions are free and open to the public. Participants do not need to have read the book but it will help facilitate overall discussion.

The Meader Fine Arts Library is a free resource open to the public during operation hours. The library is open Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 11am-3pm.  Books are available on loan for members.