Quid Amo
James K.A. SmithThe enthusiasms, musings, and observations of James K.A. Smith. Mostly books, music, and film.
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| Issues | 51 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 22 days ago |
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Checking In, Catching Up
This is a pile of just some of the books I’ve been hoping to write about here at Quid Amo.
But alas, other more pressing obligations keep getting in the way. I’ve enjoyed a rich but heavy semester of teaching that includes new preps. In m...
Mysticism is a path
Exhale. The day has arrived. My new book can now be found in the wilds of this world—or in bookstores, at least.
I am beginning the day with gratitude instead of anxiety. Of course one hopes that readers will love the little book-child yo...
Stoicism vs. Mysticism
My new book, Make Your Home in This Luminous Dark: Mysticism, Art, and the Path of Unknowing, will be released tomorrow. It will bring to an end the holding pattern familiar to authors: the long months between your final corrections of page...
On Being a Grandpa
First, a few book updates:
- My new book, Make Your Home in This Luminous Dark: Mysticism, Art, and the Path of Unknowing will be released one week from today! You can pre-order now or look for it next week at your favorite bookseller....
BOOK TOUR: Save the Dates
This week I had the distinct writerly joy of holding the incarnate fruit of one’s labor in my hands: my new book exists in the world. (It will be officially released on March 24, 2026, but you can pre-order now.)
I’m thrilled with it as an...
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Philosopher and author. Books include MAKE YOUR HOME IN THIS LUMINOUS DARK (2026), YOU ARE WHAT YOU LOVE, HOW (NOT) TO BE SECULAR, ON THE ROAD WITH SAINT AUGUSTINE, and HOW TO INHABIT TIME. www.jameskasmith.com
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