Denise K James

Atlanta

Senior Editor at ArtsATL

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Atlanta-based writer and editor musing on how place shapes us. Not afraid to drive 7 hours solo or speak to a stranger. [email protected]

Articles

8 cool metro Atlanta ice cream shops for hot summer days

2 days ago | ajc.com | Denise K James

On a warm Atlanta afternoon, Decatur ice cream shop Butter & Cream is piling homemade cones high with small-batch concoctions such as the “OG Goodness” featuring brown sugar ice cream with pieces of gooey butter cake. In Summerhill and Virginia-Highland, Big Softie is creating classic, creamy soft-serve ice cream in modern flavors like Matcha and Thai Tea. Metro Atlanta’s ice cream scene offers everything from breakfast cereal sundaes to limited batches dreamed up by customers.
‘Milo’ actor Jordan Patrick uses improv and music to explore imagination

3 days ago | artsatl.org | Denise K James

Actor Jordan Patrick. (Photo courtesy of the artist) By any stretch of the imagination, actor Jordan Patrick has accomplished quite a lot on Atlanta stages since moving here in 2017. He currently appears in the Alliance Theatre’s young audience production of Milo Imagines the World, running through July 27, as one of the members of the Imagi-Nation.
Katie Mitchell’s ‘Prose to the People’ honors Black bookstores beyond the pages

1 week ago | artsatl.org | Denise K James

The book is a celebration of spaces, past and present, where Black intellect, activism and community flourish.
Review: Theatrical Outfit’s ‘Young John Lewis’ is a fun way to learn Civil Rights history

2 weeks ago | artsatl.org | Denise K James

Michael Bahsil as the titular character in "Young John Lewis." (All photos by Casey Gardner Ford) When John Lewis first sings about “good trouble” in Theatrical Outfit’s Young John Lewis, his dad scoffs. “That don’t make no sense. That’s like cold fire,” his father replies to him in a backbeat, sending the audience into rousing laughter, knowing, of course, that the phrase is now synonymous with John Lewis’ name.
Nicholas Tecosky steps down as host of Write Club Atlanta to pursue new projects

2 weeks ago | artsatl.org | Denise K James

Nick Tecosky counts down to a bout at Write Club Atlanta. (Photo by Annalise Kaylor)This week, the longtime emcee will conclude a 15-year era. ::On June 11 at 8 p.m., Write Club Atlanta — the literary monthly event now at Dad’s Garage Theatre where local writers compete against one another in front of a raving crowd — marks the end of an era. Nicholas Tecosky, the host and a producer of the show since 2010, is stepping down as the emcee.
What Companies That Pay Cash for Homes Can (And Can’t) Do for Sellers

3 weeks ago | homelight.com | Denise K James

Whether you’re moving for a new job, going through a divorce, or struggling to make ends meet, sometimes life changes fast and unexpectedly. A house that was once the right fit can suddenly become a weight holding you back. When the need to sell is urgent, the average 70-day listing process can cause stress and financial strain. Thankfully, alternative solutions are available for sellers needing a quick out — including companies that buy homes for cash.
A Georgia Tech student's ethereal lamps combine human creativity with mathematical precision

4 weeks ago | atlantamagazine.com | Denise K James

Photograph by Wedig + LaxtonThere’s a glow emanating from the windows of Georgia Institute of Technology’s Hinman Research Building, and it’s cast by a collection of unusual geometric lamps. If you’re there at the right time, you might catch Sam Thurman using a 3D printer to create one based on his custom design script.
What Companies That Buy Homes For Cash Can (And Can’t) Do for Sellers

1 month ago | homelight.com | Denise K James

Whether you’re moving for a new job, going through a divorce, or struggling to make ends meet, sometimes life changes fast and unexpectedly. A house that was once the right fit can suddenly become a weight holding you back. When the need to sell is urgent, the average 70-day listing process can cause stress and financial strain. Thankfully, alternative solutions are available for sellers needing a quick out — including companies that buy homes for cash.
You Live, You Learn: Megan Volpert traces Alanis Morissette’s wisdom over three decades - ARTS ATL

1 month ago | artsatl.org | Denise K James

Atlanta writer Megan Volpert. (Photo by Clifton Strawn)May 22, 2025Swallow this book down — it’ll feel so good swimming in your stomach. ::A conversation with Megan Volpert opened with a declaration that she loves Buddhism and witchcraft — two practices she says have kept her looking young and relate, if indirectly, to her writing.
Beloved condiment is sandwiched between regions

2 months ago | ajc.com | Denise K James

At Marcus Bar & Grille in Old Fourth Ward, Duke’s Real Mayonnaise is a must-have for certain recipes. Though chef Gary Caldwell sometimes makes mayo from scratch, the well-known Southern brand has the desired texture and flavor for a lot of his menu items, such as deviled eggs and shrimp salad. “It’s processed, so it keeps things stabilized,” Caldwell said. Ownership of Duke’s Real Mayonnaise hasn’t been quite as stable lately.