Columbus Writer Matthew Ellis to Release Debut Poetry Collection Exploring Religious Upbringing
Matthew Ellis, a writer and musician from Columbus, OH, is releasing his debut poetry collection, "Little Heresies," which explores his personal reckoning with the impacts of religion, particularly his upbringing in a fundamentalist Protestant church. The collection, which includes a…
Columbus, OH, August 24, 2026 —
Columbus, OH – Local writer and musician Matthew Ellis is set to release his debut poetry collection, titled “Little Heresies.” The collection is described as an exploration of Ellis’s personal reckoning with the impacts of religion, stemming from his upbringing in a fundamentalist Protestant church.
“Little Heresies” also features a spoken word album that is set to music. The poetry within the collection reportedly delves into the first five books of the Old Testament. According to the description, the work examines how religious texts have been used historically to oppress marginalized groups.
The collection further reflects Ellis’s personal journey, detailing his transition from his religious past to his current identification as an atheist. The themes central to the work include the examination of religious doctrine and its societal implications.
To mark the release of “Little Heresies,” Matthew Ellis will hold a reading event. The celebration is scheduled to take place at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters in Columbus.
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