Dr. Chris Brown, professor of Philosophy, and Merry Brown, lecturer in Philosophy, featured in front of their home in Martin, Tenn. (Sheila Scott)The Brown family gathers in front of their home in Martin, Tenn. Featured from left to right in the back row is Dr. Chris Brown; center is Leo Brown; and Merry Brown. Featured from left to right in the front row is Thomas; and Judah. (Sheila Scott)Merry Brown and fellow author Lisa Smart meet three days-a-week to discuss the book business and write. Featured from left to write are Merry Brown and Lisa Smartt. (Sheila Scott)Dr. Chris Brown, professor of Philosophy, enjoys participating in The Martin Community Band during its first season of concerts. (Sheila Scott)The House Band performs at The Looking Glass in Martin, Tenn. on Sept. 13. Featured in the back is Dr. Chris Brown, professor of Philosophy, playing drums. Featured from left to right in the front row is Dr. David Coffey, professor of History and chair of the department of History and Philosophy, playing guitar and singing vocals; Dr. David Carithers, associate professor of English, playing guitar and singing vocals; UTM alumnus Micah Barnes, playing bass; and Dr. Jim Fieser, professor of Philosophy, playing lead guitar and backing vocals. (Sheila Scott)Merry Brown, published author and lecturer in Philosophy at UTM, signs her latest book, “Gold Manor Ghost House” for Caroline Rushing at a book signing at the Obion County Public Library in Union City, Tenn. (Sheila Scott)Merry Brown (Sheila Scott)Dr. Chris Brown in his natural writing environment. (Sheila Scott)