The Toni Morrison Society

The Toni Morrison Society To initiate, sponsor, and encourage critical dialogue, scholarly publications, and projects devoted to the study of the works of Toni Morrison.

This panel explores Toni Morrison’s powerful role beyond the novel, through the introductions that frame, guide, and cha...
05/01/2026

This panel explores Toni Morrison’s powerful role beyond the novel, through the introductions that frame, guide, and challenge how we read.

From Huckleberry Finn to Primo Levi, Morrison’s prefatory voice shapes meaning before the first page even begins.

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American Literature Association Conference
Chicago | May 20–23, 2026

04/28/2026

Greetings from France!
We’re only a few weeks away from the American Literature Association conference, and invite you to join us!

We’re less than one month away from the American Literature Association Conference! Stay tuned as we honor Toni Morrison...
04/24/2026

We’re less than one month away from the American Literature Association Conference!

Stay tuned as we honor Toni Morrison’s brilliance through inspiring panels and discussions!
If you’re coming to the conference, drop a comment below, we’d love to connect with you!

Step into the world of Toni Morrison with The Center for FictionClick the link in our bio to learn more.
04/20/2026

Step into the world of Toni Morrison with The Center for Fiction
Click the link in our bio to learn more.

Through literature, mentorship, and community, we carry this truth forward:“If you have some power, then your job is to ...
04/09/2026

Through literature, mentorship, and community, we carry this truth forward:
“If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody else.”
Tag someone below who pours into others!

When did you first realize how much perspective shapes a story?The story isn’t just what’s written. It’s what’s missing....
04/06/2026

When did you first realize how much perspective shapes a story?

The story isn’t just what’s written. It’s what’s missing.

Toni Morrison taught generations to read between the lines, and now, her lectures are finally available to the public.

Read the article and sit with it.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/a-new-book-of-toni-morrisons-university-lectures-now-collected-for-the-first-time-shares-some-of-the-legendary-novelists-most-important-lessons-180988398/

A must-read for anyone who loves the work and legacy of Toni Morrison.In On Morrison, Namwali Serpell offers a thoughtfu...
03/31/2026

A must-read for anyone who loves the work and legacy of Toni Morrison.

In On Morrison, Namwali Serpell offers a thoughtful and engaging reflection on Morrison’s literary brilliance, cultural impact, and enduring influence.

Add this one to your reading list you won’t regret it, and if you read this gem, we want to hear your thoughts below!

The beautifully redesigned Toni Morrison editions continue to impress. In Jazz, Morrison offers a powerful exploration o...
03/24/2026

The beautifully redesigned Toni Morrison editions continue to impress.
In Jazz, Morrison offers a powerful exploration of hope, fear, obsession, and love set against the backdrop of Black urban life.
Featuring a new introduction by Kevin Young and cover art by Perry de la Vega, this edition is essential for both longtime admirers and first-time readers.

03/12/2026

In her reflections on Art and Social Justice, Toni Morrison reminds us that the work of art is inseparable from the work of freedom.
Her words continue to challenge, guide, and inspire.

What happens when literature dares to confront the “unthinkable”?A New York Times Magazine piece reflects on Toni Morris...
03/10/2026

What happens when literature dares to confront the “unthinkable”?
A New York Times Magazine piece reflects on Toni Morrison’s fearless storytelling , work that forced readers to face the truths history tried to hide.
Her words continue to challenge, provoke, and illuminate.
Read the article at the link in our bio.
Photo Illustration: NYT// Mike McQuade

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Toni Morrison Society, Inc. P. O. Box 54346
Atlanta, GA
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