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Photos from Tyler Perry's live appearance at the Fox Theatre

File photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC

Credit: Jennifer Brett

Credit: Jennifer Brett

File photo: STEVE SCHAEFER / SPECIAL TO THE AJC
By Jennifer Brett
Nov 13, 2017

Tyler Perry packed the house at Atlanta's Fox Theatre on Sunday, for a live appearance launching his new book, "Higher Is Waiting." The book, out on Tuesday, is part autobiography, part Bible study, with each chapter concluding with Scripture and some points to ponder.

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Broadcaster Karyn Greer served as event host:

These ladies had a great time!

Perry dispensed lots of insight:

This guest really got into the spirit:

Everyone who attended received a signed copy of the book.

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