April 18th, 2010

We’re glad you clicked on the Appalachian Authors Guild and Associates link, wherever you came from. Welcome. We are expecting another year of great opportunities for our writers for 2010.

If you just like to read Appalachian literature, you’ve come to the right place. If you’re a writer, consider joining us. An application can be opened and printed by clicking on the Application link above.

The Storefront section of our website features cover pictures of books by members, which can be ordered and paid for through PayPal, we are a Verified Seller. We plan to again provide members an opportunity to sell and sign their books at the annual Virginia Highlands Festival, July and August. These are just two benefits of membership. Email russrose1045@yahoo.com for details.

Our first annual Appalachian Heritage Writers Symposium/Conference, in partnership with Southwest Virginia Community College, the Appalachian Arts Center, and corporate sponsor, Dominion Power, is planned for June 18-19, 2010. The conference is open to all and at a very reasonable cost, with great presenters, panels and workshops for writers, as well as a adult and youth writing contests with hefty prizes for the winners, beginner or seasoned.

This link Appalachian Heritage Writers Symposium will take you to the Symposium blog for all details and registration form. We look forward to seeing you there

We hope you’ll join us at these events and others throughout the year.

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