Writers to Gather in Hindman Aug 1- 6

Hindman, KY—With its upcoming 33^rd Annual Appalachian Writers Workshop (Aug 1-6), Hindman Settlement School continues to build on an extraordinary literary tradition that began more than a century ago.

Through the years, many beginning and accomplished writers have made the trek to Hindman to for a week of learning and fellowship. This year, the workshop includes sessions on writing nonfiction, poetry, short stories, children’s stories, memoirs, novels and a special session on historical fiction. The sessions are taught by a talented group of published writers who mentor workshop participants, both in groups and individually.

Each evening workshop staff will read from their works. Unless otherwise noted, evening programs start at 7:30 pm and are free and open to the public. All readings will be in the May Stone Building at the Settlement School.

Sunday, Aug 1—Music & Dancing (starts at 8 pm)
Monday, Aug 2—Crystal Wilkinson, Diane Gilliam, Marc Harshman
Tuesday, Aug 3—Pam Duncan, Mark Powell, Darnell Arnoult
Wednesday, Aug 4—Robert Morgan, George Ella Lyon, Karen McElmurray
Thursday, Aug 5—“Jim Wayne Miller/James Still Lecture” Silas House

During the Jim Wayne Miller/James Still Lecture, Silas House will be reading from Chinaberry, a soon-to-be published work by James Still. After the lecture, there will be a book signing, reception and music. For more information, visit www.HindmanSettlement.org.