Book Readings

Carolina Mountains Literary Festival

date: 
September 6,2012 - September 8,2012
Location: 

Burnsville, NC 28714 Downtown Burnsville in various venues

Now in its 7th year, the Carolina Mountains Literary Festival brings together readers, aspiring writers, and established authors. FREE readings, panel discussions, and Q&A sessions are scheduled throughout the picturesque town of Burnsville. Workshops are also available (for a $25 fee) and pre-registration is required. This year’s featured authors are Robert Morgan, Catherynne M. Valente, and Amy Goodman & Dennis Moynihan of Democracy Now. For complete list of authors, schedule of events, or to sign up for a workshop, please visit our website. www.cmlitfest.org

Discussion Bound

date: 
June 12,2012 - August 14,2012
Location: 

Asheville Art Museum 2 S. Pack Square Asheville, NC 28801

Monthly Reading Group Meets Second Tuesday of Each Month from 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Dates Include: JUNE 12, JULY 10 and AUGUST 14.

Discussion Bound: “The Photograph” by Penelope Lively

date: 
August 14,2012
Location: 

Asheville Art Museum 2 S. Pack Square Asheville, NC 28801

During this month’s reading group, participants will discuss “The Photograph” by author Penelope Lively. The mere discovery of an ancient photograph is the catalyst for this novel that combines themes of mystery, love, identity and art. Free with Membership or General Admission.

Discussion Bound: “History of the World in 10 & ½ Chapters” by Julian Barnes

date: 
July 10,2012
Location: 

Asheville Art Museum 2 S. Pack Square Asheville, NC 28801

During this month’s reading group, participants will discuss “The History of the World in 10 & ½ Chapters” by author Julian Barnes. This provocative and often comical series of stories summarizes the history of the world from many different perspectives. Free with Membership or General Admission.

Earth Day Book Signing in Asheville

date: 
April 22,2012
Location: 

Malaprops Books store downtown Asheville, NC.

Mark Small will present on tai chi's benefits and sign his new book: Taiji, Xingyi, Baguaquan Throwing By Way of Our Modern Masters. He will lead a short practice for health, sport, and self-defense. This local author and has been teaching internal martial arts in the region for over 20 years. Check out: www.mtndragon.org

Poetry Reading by Britt Kaufmann - a winner in Finishing Line Press's 2010 national and international poetry competition

date: 
April 29,2011
Location: 

Burnsville, NC, at 2 South Main St. inside the Medical Arts Bldg.

Book Signing - DANCE with the Shadow Machine by Joel Goodman

date: 
April 30,2011
Location: 

Mr. K's Books 4 Mark Twain Court Johnson City 423 610 1088

Kevin Brown Poetry Reading

date: 
October 13,2010
Location: 

Milligan College, Sub 7 room in McMahan Student Center

Kevin Brown will be reading from his collection Exit Lines, published by Plain View Press.