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I Am Sophia, A Novel was assigned in its entirety as required reading for one hundred theology students at Methodist-affiliated Seattle Pacific University during the 2021-22 academic year. (05-2021)
The Rev. Tracie Middleton, president of the national Association for Episcopal Deacons, reviewed I Am Sophia for the online publication Episcopal Journal & Cafe. (02-2022)
I Am Sophia was featured in the 2022 issue of Austin College Magazine. It has also been featured in Stanford Lawyer Magazine and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy's Summer 2021 Reading List. (02-2022)
As of November, dozens of readers have rated I Am Sophia on Amazon.com, resulting in an overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Independent reviews call the book "enthralling," "creative," and "thought-provoking." (11-2021)
David Brin endorsed I Am Sophia. Brin is the Hugo and Nebula award-winning author of bestsellers such as The Postman (adapted into a movie starring Kevin Costner) and Startide Rising. (09-2021)
Mark M. Mattison, author of The Gospel of Mary: A Fresh Translation and Holistic Approach, reviewed I Am Sophia for Christian Feminism Today. (07-2021)
The Rev. Julia McCray-Goldsmith interviewed J. F. Alexander about I Am Sophia (22-minute video). (05-2021)
The Religion News Service distributed a nationwide press release: "I Am Sophia: A 'visionary' new novel about Christianity's future." (05-2021)
Dallas-based author The Rev. Dr. Jann Aldredge-Clanton published a blog post: "Experiencing the Divine Feminine: Conversation with Jim F. Alexander." (04-2021)