Denise Kiernan discusses the craft of writing with fellow author Ada Calhoun on Jan. 26 at Little Jumbo.
Cynn Chadwick’s new book explores the secret choices of women
“[There are] so many things that women couldn’t or can’t do on the up-and-up, so things have to be done below the surface,” the author explains. “I wanted to tell a story where women win.”
Local poet Andrew K. Clark launches his debut collection
The event at Malaprop’s on Jan. 12 also includes readings from Eric Nelson, Meagan Smith Lucas and Benjamin Cutlers.
Smart bets: Sandra E. Johnson
The S.C.-based author presents the 366-day ‘Mind-Body Peace Journal’ at Malaprop’s on Monday, Jan. 6.
Smart bets: A Sandburg Story Slam
On Monday, Jan. 6, storytellers from across the region will present true stories at the Henderson County Library’s Kaplan Auditorium.
Nancy J. Cable reviews of her top five reading list in 2019
Nancy J. Cable, chancellor of UNC Asheville, reviews her best reads in 2019.
Local artists and influencers recount their favorite happenings
From theater and live music to art exhibitions and literature, 2019 produces great works across genres.
Locally owned bookstores flourish in the region’s fertile literary landscape
In WNC, say bookstore owners, size doesn’t matter so much as a deep well of literary history and residents and visitors who simply love to read.
Xpress seeks student art, writing for 2020 Kids Issues
Have you ever been on or dreamed of going on a big adventure? Then you’re in luck! For Xpress’ 2020 Kids Issues, the theme is “My Big Adventure.” Deadline is Friday, Jan. 31.
Smart bets: Juniper Bends Reading Series
The event takes place at Downtown Books & News on Friday, Dec. 6.
Smart Bets: Bruce Steele
The Asheville-based writer discusses his new book, “One Day at Disney,” on Dec. 5 at Malaprop’s.
Regional authors discuss their work and offer inspiration to young artists
Award-winning journalist and creative nonfiction writer Latria Graham be joined at the Saturday, Nov. 23, Mountain of Words reading and discussion by author and editor Juan G. Sánchez Martínez and spoken-word artist Cara Forbes.
Smart bets: Jericho Brown
The poet reads from his latest collection, which is a finalist for the National Book Award, at UNC Asheville on Thursday, Nov. 14.
Smart Bets: Constance Lombardo and Vanessa Brantley-Newton
The North Carolina illustrators share their latest works at Malaprop’s on Nov. 10.
The N.C. Writers’ Network Conference returns to Asheville
Scheduled classes and workshops include sessions on writing of all kinds: Screenplays, poetry, fiction and non-fiction, and various elements of the publishing industry.
Smart Bets: Rubble Becomes Art
Pan Harmonia’s commissioned combination of music and poetry will be performed at Black Mountain’s St. James Episcopal Church on Nov. 8 and Asheville’s Biltmore United Methodist Church on Nov. 10.
Smart Bets: Ann Patchett
The acclaimed author reads from her latest work on Oct. 26 at Jubilee! Community Church.
Author Daniel Wallace will keynote Literacy Council fundraiser
A longtime resident of Chapel Hill, Daniel Wallace (who penned Big Fish: A Novel of Epic Proportions, which director Tim Burton made into a 2003 movie of the same name) was once the assistant director for the literacy council in that city. “I was in my 20s. It was a fluke, really,” says the author, […]
Smart Bets: Brian Lee Knopp
The Fairview-based author reads from a revised edition of his memoir “Mayhem in Mayberry” on Oct. 10 at Malaprop’s.
Smart Bets: Queer Girls Literary Reading
The Mothlight hosts the 11th annual showcase of established and emerging voices on Sept. 29.
The Flatiron Writers host a speculative fiction event
The need for representation led to the decision to put together an anthology of speculative fiction by black women. The book, ‘Black From the Future: A Collection of Black Speculative Writing’ has been hailed as an “outstanding anthology” by Publisher’s Weekly.