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Eleanor Henderson's second novel, "The Twelve Mile Straight," focuses on themes of race and family in the Jim Crow south.

Ithaca professor Eleanor Henderson releases historical novel

By Jake Leary, Life and Culture Editor • September 20, 2017
It was just a magical night for me — huge crowd of friends and supporters, and I just felt so much love from the Ithaca community.
Ten Thousand Saints movie will premiere at Sundance

Ten Thousand Saints movie will premiere at Sundance

By Stephen Adams, Stephen Adams • January 20, 2015
The film adaptation of Ithaca college faculty member Eleanor Henderson's popular novel will premiere at the Sundance Film Festival Jan. 23.
Eleanor Henderson, assistant professor of writing, signs first-edition copies of her book “Ten Thousand Saints” in June of 2011 at the Harvard Book Store’s Signed First Edition Club. Henderson’s book is currently being turned into a film.

Professor’s debut novel converted into motion picture

By Austin Gold, Staff Writer • February 5, 2014
"Ten Thousand Saints" by Eleanor Henderson, assistant professor of writing, is being turned into a feature film.

College to launch writers institute

By Evin Billington, Staff Writer • March 26, 2013
The Ithaca College Writing Department will give high school students a glimpse of life as a writing major, with a new program.

Freshmen to read edgy novel

By Noreyana Fernando, Staff Writer • January 26, 2012
When her book “Ten Thousand Saints” was named one of the 10 Best Books of 2011 by The New York Times, Ithaca College writing professor Eleanor Henderson said it was the pinnacle of her literary career.

Professor writes national best-seller

By Jesse Maeshiro, Staff Writer • September 13, 2011
Fierce passion and an unparalleled determination are characteristics shared by both the people in Eleanor Henderson’s debut novel “Ten Thousand Saints” and the author herself.
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