Witches, vampires, murder. These may be the stuff Halloween is made of, but they’re also fodder for several books and plays by Metropolitan State University of Denver faculty members.
Celebrate these acclaimed MSU Denver authors by picking up copies of their books and plays from the Auraria Library. Then, on Wednesday at 5 p.m., stick around for a special reception that invites campus faculty and staff members to get to know the people powering the literary hub for our tri-institutional community.
“Vampire Films Around the World” by James Aubrey, Ph.D., professor of Literature, Film and Media Studies
Lean into the Gothic with this collection of essays that dissects vampire portrayals in films from 16 cultures.
“Tell-Tale” by Rebecca Gorman O’Neill, MFA, professor of English
In this full-length play, Edgar Allan Poe, who lies in delirium on his deathbed, must confront the ghosts of his past to find solace in his demise.
“How to Book a Murder” by Cynthia Kuhn, professor of English
To save her family’s struggling Colorado bookstore, Emma Starrs organizes a mystery-themed event, only for it to turn deadly when a guest is murdered.
“Winter Counts” by David Heska Wanbli Weiden, professor of Political Science and Native American Studies
A vigilante on the Rosebud Indian Reservation takes on a mission to stop a heroin influx, uncovering social injustices and facing his own demons in the process.
“Goblin Winter” by Daniel Scott Westby, affiliate faculty of English
In a desolate, post-apocalyptic world, an exiled boy with strange abilities leads a quest to stop a mysterious man spreading disease.
You’re invited: Love Your Library!
A reception for faculty and staff members, alumni and friends
Celebrate the Auraria Library’s impact and get to know its people, services and resources.
Wednesday, 5-7 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
Location: Auraria Library, Collaborative Classroom, Room 116
