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The bestselling author will appear with Black Château and Books That Make You at the pre-Emmy event, running September 12–13 at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel.
DPA creates extraordinary experiences where entertainment, creativity, and culture come together. William Bernhardt and ‘The Superman Wars’ are an ideal fit for this …”— Desireé DuffyOKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, September 1, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ —
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Oklahoma City, OK — William Bernhardt, a bestselling and award-winning author, is scheduled to appear at the 2026 DPA PRE AWARDS Lounge, held in honor of the Primetime Emmys 2026, on September 12 and 13, 2026, at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel in Los Angeles. Bernhardt will team up with Black Château and Books That Make You to present his acclaimed nonfiction work, “The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice, and an American Icon,” to VIP guests during one of Hollywood’s most prestigious weekends.
The 2026 DPA PRE AWARDS Lounge, hosted by DPA Founder Nathalie Dubois, welcomes entertainment industry professionals, media, influencers, and tastemakers ahead of the Emmy Awards. Known for its thoughtfully curated gifting suites, DPA unites distinctive brands, creators, and personalities in an elegant Hollywood setting.
As part of their involvement in the lounge, Black Château and Books That Make You will highlight Bernhardt and “The Superman Wars,” introducing attendees to the compelling true story behind one of the most enduring characters in American popular culture.
“The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice, and an American Icon” delves into the legal, historical, and deeply human story of Superman’s creation and the decades-long fight over ownership, creative rights, and legacy. Bernhardt, a former attorney, examines the experiences of Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, whose work helped launch an industry while leaving them financially and creatively vulnerable.
For generations, Superman has symbolized hope, morality, justice, and idealism. Bernhardt’s book looks beyond the familiar mythology to reveal the intricate story behind the character’s origins and the subsequent creator-rights battles.
“Most people think they know the backstory of Superman. They don’t,” says Bernhardt.
Combining legal expertise with historical research and narrative storytelling, Bernhardt presents complex copyright disputes in an accessible way while exploring questions that remain highly relevant to writers, artists, filmmakers, and other creators today. The book examines what happens when creative work becomes enormously valuable, who ultimately controls that work, and how the entertainment industry continues to grapple with the balance between art and commerce.
The subject is especially fitting for an event that brings together storytellers and members of the entertainment community. From publishing and comics to film and television, the issues at the heart of “The Superman Wars” continue to resonate across creative industries.
Nathalie Dubois, Founder of DPA and creator of the DPA Gifting Suites, says, “We love introducing our guests to books and authors who bring something unexpected and meaningful to the experience. William Bernhardt’s exploration of Superman, creativity, justice, and ownership connects naturally with the entertainment community. We are delighted to welcome Black Château, Books That Make You, and William to The DPA PRE AWARDS Lounge 2026.”
Desireé Duffy, Founder of Black Château Enterprises, Books That Make You, and The BookFest Adventure®, says, “DPA creates extraordinary experiences where entertainment, creativity, and culture come together. William Bernhardt and ‘The Superman Wars’ are an ideal fit for this Talent Lounge because the book goes straight to the heart of issues storytellers care about: who creates our cultural icons, who owns those stories, and what fairness looks like when art becomes part of popular culture. We’re thrilled to share William and his book with DPA’s guests.”
Bernhardt is the award-winning author of more than sixty books, including the bestselling Ben Kincaid novels and the Daniel Pike legal thriller series. His legal background provides him a unique viewpoint on the complex legal history surrounding Superman, while his decades of experience as a novelist allow him to bring the story to life with the pacing and accessibility of a compelling narrative.
He is also the founder of WriterCon and president of Bernhardt Books, where he continues to mentor and support writers. Bernhardt has won the Oklahoma Book Award three times and has received twenty nominations across four categories. Oklahoma State University has hailed him as “Oklahoma’s Renaissance Man.”
“The Superman Wars” also places Superman’s creation in the social and historical climate of the late 1930s, when economic hardship and global uncertainty helped create an audience eager for a hero defined by strength, moral clarity, and hope. Bernhardt connects that history to modern questions about intellectual property, creator protections, and the responsibilities of companies that profit from creative work.
Black Château and Books That Make You have a long track record of participating in DPA gifting events surrounding major entertainment awards and festivals. Their appearances bring books and authors into spaces where publishing, film, television, media, and celebrity culture intersect, creating opportunities for stories to reach new and influential audiences.
“The Superman Wars: A Battle for Truth, Justice, and an American Icon” was released April 28, 2026, and is available through Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major online retailers.
ISBN Paperback: 9798895654842
Paperback Price: $23.00
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About William Bernhardt
William Bernhardt is the award-winning author of more than sixty books, including the bestselling Ben Kincaid novels and the Daniel Pike legal thriller series. A former lawyer, he is the founder of WriterCon and president of Bernhardt Books, where he continues to mentor and support writers worldwide. He has won the Oklahoma Book Award three times and has been nominated twenty times in four categories. Hailed by Oklahoma State University as “Oklahoma’s Renaissance Man,” Bernhardt’s creativity, intellect, and passion for storytelling continue to shape the literary landscape.
About DPA Group
Dubois Pelin & Associates, known as DPA Group, is an entertainment strategy company that has been producing VIP gifting events for more than 20 years. Known as a leader in the industry, DPA offers gifting suites tied to entertainment awards, film festivals, and other high-profile occasions. Past attendees of DPA Gifting Lounges include Paula Abdul, Angela Bassett, Mary J. Blige, Adrien Brody, Colin Firth, Morgan Freeman, Richard Gere, Wyclef Jean, Queen Latifah, Eva Longoria, Mandy Moore, Sharon Stone, Charlize Theron, Vanessa Williams, and many more. To see a more complete list, success stories, and more, visit the DPA website.
About Black Château and Books That Make You:
Black Château is an award-winning marketing and public relations firm specializing in the promotion of authors, books, small presses, personality brands, and creative individuals from around the world. It offers a full spectrum of services, guided by its motto: We believe in storytellers. Black Château’s sister brand, Books That Make You, is a Webby Award-winning multimedia brand that promotes books through its website, podcast, newsletter, events, and social media channels. For more information, visit www.BlackChateauEnterprises.com and www.BooksThatMakeYou.com.
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