Appalachian Life in Literature

You’re invited to an extraordinary evening of literary exploration with celebrated authors David Brill, Monic Ductan, Maurice Manning, and Frank X Walker. These talented writers, each known for their diverse and captivating works exploring different aspects of Appalachia, will share stories and insights from their own experiences capturing the region’s beauty, culture, and challenges.

Event Schedule:

• 5 p.m. – Doors open 
• 5:30 p.m. – Program starts
  • Introduction by Tremont President & CEO Catey McClary
  • Brief author interviews led by Smokies Life Creative Services Director Frances Figart and Tremont Manager of Field and College Programs Jeremy Lloyd 
  • Author discussion led by Frank X. Walker
  • Audience Q&A
• Following – Book signings with all four authors with books  available for purchase.

Appalachian Life in Literature is a part of the Tremont Writers Conference hosted by Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont in partnership with Smokies Life. Support for Appalachian Life in Literature is made possible by Tennessee Arts Commission, Friends of Blount County Library, and Southland Books. This event is held in memory of Debbie Ellis.