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Up Close and Personal – The Lincolnian Interview, Part 1

I was interviewed in the summer 2022 issue of The Lincolnian, the newsletter of the Lincoln Group of DC. The Lincolnian is sent to all Lincoln Group members quarterly (if you’re not a member, you can become one here). Below is Part 1 of the interview entitled “Up Close and... Continue reading

A Busy Week for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius, Plus Award Nominations

Well, it’s been a busy week for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius (and me, as its author). Three big presentations, two award nominations, and one award non-nomination. Here’s a quick rundown. After participating in two Lincoln-related Zoom calls on Monday, Tuesday evening was the official Lincoln: The Fire of Genius... Continue reading

Join Me for the Lincoln: The Fire of Genius Book Launch, Tuesday, September 13

Tue, September 13 Maggiano’s Little Italy Restaurant Lincoln: The Fire of Genius. Book Launch and Presentation by David J. Kent The Lincoln Group of DC proudly supports President David J. Kent with his latest research and scholarship. Be part of the fun and experience the launch of a new book... Continue reading

Video of “A House Divided” Interview on Lincoln: The Fire of Genius

For those of you who missed the live streaming, here is the YouTube video of my September 1st interview about Lincoln: The Fire of Genius on “A House Divided” with Daniel Weinberg, owner of the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop in Chicago.     We had a lively discussion about the... Continue reading

RELEASE DAY – LINCOLN: THE FIRE OF GENIUS

Today is Release Day for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius: How Abraham Lincoln’s Commitment to Science and Technology Helped Modernize America     Join me at one of my upcoming events: https://davidjkent-writer.com/media/    Lincoln: The Fire of Genius: How Abraham Lincoln’s Commitment to Science and Technology Helped Modernize America was released... Continue reading

Kindle Giveaway, Interview Schedule, and More for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius

Tomorrow is the long-awaited release date for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius: How Abraham Lincoln’s Commitment to Science and Technology Helped Modernize America. There are some important events coming up you don’t want to miss, including a Kindle format giveaway on Goodreads, an interview on “A House Divided,” and a... Continue reading

One Week To “A House Divided” Release Date Interview

It’s one week to the release date for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius on September 1, 2022. It’s also one week to when I will appear on the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop’s “A House Divided,” where ALBS’s Dan Weinberg will interview me about the book. More info at this ALBS page.... Continue reading

My Author’s Copy of Lincoln: The Fire of Genius Has Arrived!

I received my author’s copy of Lincoln: The Fire of Genius. It’s suddenly real. Release day is September 1st! Don’t forget to catch my interview with the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop on release day. Pre-order from them here. The book is available for pre-order through your favorite bookseller. I’m especially... Continue reading

Take a Look Inside – Three Weeks to Release of Lincoln: The Fire of Genius

Three Weeks from Today is the official release date for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius. You can now “Look Inside” for a preview on the Amazon platform. Barnes and Noble will have a similar preview shortly. Just click on the book to see the table of contents and preview the... Continue reading

A House Divided – Abraham Lincoln Book Shop – September 1, 2022 Release Date Interview

Release date for Lincoln: The Fire of Genius is almost here. On September 1, 2022, the book will be in stores and will be shipped to those people who pre-ordered it. September 1st will also be when I will appear on the Abraham Lincoln Book Shop’s “A House Divided,” where... Continue reading