
Henry Miller in the 21st Century
October 16 - 19, 2025
Asilomar Conference Center in Pacific Grove, CA
HMML Big Sur, CA

October 16 - 19, 2025
Asilomar Conference Center in Pacific Grove, CA
HMML Big Sur, CA


Henry Miller in the 21st Century
In light of today’s thinking: Is Henry Miller relevant today?
Henry Miller’s work has affected modern literature, censorship and freedom of speech.
Asilomar is a peaceful retreat with natural beauty that provides breathtaking ocean views, wildlife watching and stargazing opportunities. Its 107 acres of natural environment is steps from Asilomar State Beach. The property was designated as a Historic Landmark in 1987 and boasts a rich history and unique architecture for guests to enjoy. It is conveniently located to a wide array of activities and things to do in the Pacific Grove area.
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The Library is the former home of Emil White who was one of Henry Miller’s closest friends and confidants.Since its inception, the Library has hosted hundreds of live events, including concerts featuring local acts as well as nationally renowned performers like Philip Glass, Patti Smith and Laurie Anderson; fashion shows, open mics, poetry readings, theatrical productions, free art and music classes, and an acclaimed international short film screening series. By producing such events, the Library aims to channel Henry’s admonition to “develop interest in life as you see it; in people, things, literature, music—the world is so rich, simply throbbing with rich treasures, beautiful souls and interesting people.” We hope to infuse this spirit in the symposium celebrating Henry’s legacy.

The International Henry Miller Journal
Roger Jackson and James Decker developed the idea for Nexus: The International Henry Miller Journal at the 2002 International Lawrence Durrell Society’s On Miracle Ground XII conference in Ottawa, Ontario. Jackson and Decker conceived of the journal as a way to encourage writing on Miller, help fill in gaps in Miller scholarship, and unveil previously unpublished and rarely seen Miller manuscripts, articles, and documents. Jackson and Decker also desired to create a point of connection nationally and internationally among those interested in Miller, by having a central organization to answer questions, offer suggestions, and provide contact information among interested parties.


Arthur Hoyle

Adrienne Cacitti

Wayne Arnold

Caroline Blinder

Finn Jensen

James M. Decker

Kevin Wolke

Joan Ganny

Roger Jackson

Mark SaFranko

Gabriela Tollman

Steven Reigns

David Calonne

Paul Jahshan

Bennett Elliott

Tatsuro Ide

Magnus Torén

Joe Kishton

Eric D. Lehman

Diego Kiyoshi Menendez

Mary Dearborn

Michael Paduano

Abhijit Bhattacharjee

Lis Elliot

Gary M. Koeppel

Katy Masuga

Jakub Kloza

James Reich

Sebastian Słowiński

Eric Laursen

Robert Kolodny

Cheyanne Gustason

Munehiro Nohira

Partha Sarathi Gupta
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Henry Miller in the 21st Century
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