The 2026 Frederick Speaker Series: Walter Mosley
Schedule
Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm
UTC-04:00Location
20 W Patrick St, Frederick, MD, United States, Maryland 21701 | Frederick, MD
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Author & Social CommentatorWalter Mosley is an iconic, prolific, and beloved author whose award-winning work spans more than 60 books across genres including mystery, science fiction, young adult, nonfiction, graphic novels, and erotica. Best known for his compelling Easy Rawlins detective series, Mosley gained wide recognition with Devil in a Blue Dress, later adapted into a film starring Denzel Washington. He revisits the beloved character in his upcoming novel Gray Dawn, set to release on September 16, 2025.
Beyond the page, Mosley is a dynamic presence in film and television. He served as Executive Producer and writer for FX’s Snowfall and The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey on Apple TV+, starring Samuel L. Jackson. His 2004 novel The Man in My Basement is being adapted into a Hulu thriller film starring Willem Dafoe and Corey Hawkins, premiering the week after the release of Gray Dawn. His writing also appears in outlets like The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Playboy, and he won a Grammy for his liner notes to a Richard Pryor compilation.
Known for his deep insight on race, justice, and American society, Mosley is a sought-after speaker whose personal background—growing up in Los Angeles with Black and Jewish heritage—gives his commentary a singular authenticity. His commitment to equity extends beyond storytelling as the founder of The Publishing Certificate Program at CUNY, which works to increase access to publishing careers for underrepresented communities. Learn more about this speaker and explore his history on the Walter Mosley official website.
This show is part of the Frederick Speaker Series. Now in its 13th season, the Frederick Speaker Series has developed a reputation for bringing world-class speakers to the Frederick area. The goal is to engage our community through enlightening discourse and meaningful topics. As a result of the Series, Frederick’s reputation as an intellectual hub continues to grow, drawing audiences from D.C., Baltimore, and beyond.
Each Speaker also has a MEET & GREET opportunity associated with the performance, purchased in addition to the ticket to the Event itself. For an additional $75, you can engage with these incredible Speakers for a photo opportunity, a signing opportunity (whenever possible), and light hors d’oeuvres and refreshments. The Meet & Greet is NOT a valid ticket to the speaking engagement itself.
The proceeds of all Meet & Greet events benefit children’s programming at Frederick County Public Libraries.
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