High Country Writers

eel for the gatherings. Our History
High Country Writers began in the summer of 1995 when Maggie Bishop placed an ad in the local newspapers seeking others interested in writing fiction. That ad generated thirteen phone calls; when the group met a week later, it had six founding members who met in the conference room of Boone City Hall. The first year saw the institution of events we now consider traditions: the Winter Luncheon, which has hosted an honored guest speaker for the past two years, and the Fall Poetry Bash, which has come to feature readings of members' poetry. Since then, we have grown to an organization of over seventy members, including writers of fiction and nonfiction—mystery, romance, poetry, Civil War, Appalachian women, memoir, erotica, Romance, historical, young adult fiction and nonfiction, children's books, local history, real estate, blogs, and Southern fiction. Our goal remains to work toward and achieve publication for all members who desire publication. Join High Country Writers
Explore writing techniques and connect with fellow writers. Meet, discuss, share, and explore. Learn about the art and craft of writing, get inspired by authors old and new, and make a new friend or two. Members are also invited to submit works to be considered for publication in the High Country Writer's anthology or on our blog. Receive all of this and more for membership dues of $20 a year. Contact membership chair extraordinaire Ree Strawser to join: [email protected]