Bartlett author signs ‘What Is the Color of Hate?’

Deren Whalen
Photo by Graham Sweeney.
Deren Whalen signs copies of his book, “What Is the Color of Hate?.”

What Is the Color of Hate, by Deren WhalenDeren Whalen, a resident of Bartlett, recently signed copies of his novel, “What Is the Color of Hate?”  at Republic Coffee, 2924 Walnut Grove Road, Memphis.

The book is about a man who grows up with hate, fear and anger toward the black men responsible for his father’s death in a violent home invasion. His racial hatred ultimately leads him to a terrible choice with tragic consequences.

Whalen’s press release states, “‘What is the Color of Hate?’ is a powerful story of anger, hate, love—and ultimately forgiveness—with the message of God’s grace and mercy skillfully woven throughout.”