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Once again, we start with three, free Friday afternoon workshops kick-off for writers and those who aspire to write. Saturday will feature forty writers signing and discussing their books. At 10 AM, there will be a fun program for children. Featured authors this year are Ken Grossman, President of Sierra Nevada Brewing Company (Friday evening) and Cassandra King on Saturday at 11 AM.Schedule details on our website. Do not miss this free event.See More

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Connie Regan-Blake posted an event

Taking Your Story to the Stage with Connie Regan-Blake at Asheville Art Museum

May 2, 2014 at 4pm to May 5, 2014 at 7pm

Techniques and tips abound as Connie shares her wisdom gained over her career as an international teller. There are two ways to participate. Some can develop their story and work on performance skills without the pressure of being on stage. Others will perform on Sunday afternoon at “Asheville Wordfest,” a literature, songwriting, and story festival at the Asheville Art Museum. The workshop concludes May 5 with a feedback session for further growth and guidance. Either way, all participants…See More

Mar 4

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Authors and Illustrators Read for Indies First on May 17th

Last fall Sherman Alexie launched the Indies First movement and encouraged authors to support their local indies by handselling books on Small Business Saturday. Now as part of the celebration of the 95th annual Children's Book Week (May 12–18), the Children's Book Council, Every Child a Reader (the organization that runs CBW), and the American Booksellers Association are launching an Indies First Storytime Day on Saturday, May 17.Local and regional authors and illustrators interested in…See More

Mar 1

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Rob Neufeld posted a discussion

Book discussions in WNC, March 2014

WNC BOOK DISCUSSION CALENDAR, MARCH 2014Saturday, March 1 Sunday, March 2ROYAL BOOK CLUB: The ROYAL Book Club meets to discuss “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio at Spellbound Books, 50 N. Merrimon Ave. Suite 107, Asheville, 4 p.m. Call 708-7570.Monday, March 3GREAT BOOKS: The Great Books book club discusses selections from the “Science…See More

Feb 28

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Talk and exhibit on slavery & freedom in WNC

Curator talks about slavery and freedom in WNCfrom press releaseEarl Ijames, N.C. Museum of History curator of African American history, presents a program on slavery and freedom in the mountains, 12 noon, March 8 at noon at Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort; and again at 4 p.m. in Asheville at the Western Regional Office of the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources. Both free programs are open to the public. The noontime program at Mountain Gateway is a "Lunch and Learn" event, where…See More

Feb 27

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NC Writers Network Conference April 12

NCWN Spring Conferencefrom press releaseThe North Carolina Writers’ Network 2014 Spring Conference will be held Saturday, April 12, in the MHRA Building at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. This year, the Network will introduce a new programming feature: instead of a traditional keynote address, attendees can choose between two special sessions at the end of the day—for no additional charge.Registration for the NCWN 2014 Spring Conference …See More

Feb 24

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Rob Neufeld posted a discussion

WNC Winters and its survivors--counting back

Winter’s assaults repeat; our reactions varyby Rob NeufeldPhoto: Snow, April 3, 1987, on Merrimon Ave, fr AC-T. It would eventually accumulate to 11.5 inches. The wintry weather making its impression on this writing will be a memory by the time of its reading. Yet, while still imprinted by…See More

Feb 23

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City Lights Bookstore posted events

BJ Jones Presents His Novels
March 15, 2014 from 2pm to 3:30pm
Donna Glee Williams’ Debut Novel Release Party
March 14, 2014 from 6:30pm to 8pm
ABC Yoga at City Lights Bookstore
March 8, 2014 from 11:30am to 1pm

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Renea Winchester posted events

Writing Conference
April 26, 2014 all day
Rose Glen Literary Festival
February 22, 2014 from 10am to 1pm

Feb 17

William Roy Pipes posted a discussion

Darby has been nominated for...

The People’s Book Prize is an annual (UK Literary Award). Titles are nominated by Publishers, and are voted on by the public. The prize is administrated by Titiana Wilson for the People’s Book Prize limited. One of its roles is to recognize the work of first time authors.My novel, Darby, was nominated by Ecanus Publishing, Great Brittan. Darby was my first novel. The sequel to Darby is titled” Hanging Dog, An Appalachian Community, will be on the market soon. I might add that Hanging Dog, An…See More

Feb 16

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City Lights Bookstore posted an event

A Fictional Tale of Mountain Mystery That Sparked International Romance at City Lights Bookstore

March 7, 2014 from 6:30pm to 8pm

Jackson County Author, Edward Fahey will visit City Lights Bookstore on Friday, March 7th at 6:30 p.m. to present his novel. The Mourning After is a novel about love not confined to a single lifetime, or even slowed by death. Exploring spirituality and the psychology of human relationships, it is written in a haunting, mystical style that caught the attention of readers on the other side of the ocean. Just back from a long tour of what he calls spooky sites of magic and legend, Edward finds he…See More

Feb 15

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Gary Carden commented on Gary Carden's event Book Signing and discussion at Malaprops

"Yes, it is March 1st. At the time of the scheduling, we considered several dates and one was Feb. 15th...the wrong one since I am officially scheduled for March 1st at 7:00. Thank you for calling the mistake to my attention."

Feb 13

Jerald Pope posted an event

Children’s Authors Bring Kids Four Important Messages at Monte Vista Hotel

February 20, 2014 from 6pm to 7pm

School snow days offer a perfect opportunity to grab some quality time with your children or grandchildren by curling up in front of the fire with a good book. The Black Mountain Authors Guild will bring you four local authors whose picture books will delight and challenge young and old alike. All four of this month’s authors offer important messages for children set in charming, pretty, and easy-to-understand books. The event will be held Thursday, February 20, 6 pm at the Monte Vista Hotel.…See More

Feb 13

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Rob Neufeld posted a discussion

12 Authors pay homage to Wolfe with rockers

Twelve authors pay homage to Wolfe with rockersby Rob Neufeld(Photo of Ben's deathbed room by Henry Neufeld) When it comes to storied places—some might say, “haunted”—few sites speak as intimately as The Old Kentucky Home, a.k.a. the Thomas Wolfe house; and, in Wolfe’s…See More

Feb 12

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Gary Carden posted an event

Book Signing and discussion at Malaprops at Malaprops Bookstore in Asheville

February 10, 2014 from 6pm to 7pm

On February 15th at 7:00, Gary Carden will conduct a book signing at Malaprops for "Appalachian Bestiary." the presentation will include a powerpoint projection of the illustrations in the book and a discussion by the author.See More

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New author's book, "The Trouble with Mattie", a women's comedy/drama

My name is Mary A. Berger and I'm a new author from Hendersonville. My women's humor/drama novel, "The Trouble with Mattie", will give you plenty of laughs, but also has a serious edge. The…Continue

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The Message: Newest Mattie Caper

Tuesday, November 19, 2013 The Message: Newest Mattie CaperI'm back! While my creator, Mary Berger, is pounding out further adventures about yours truly, I have to tell you about this latest caper she has me—and Clare—involved in. In The Message, we're volunteering at a local thrift shop. I'm minding my own business…See More

Nov 27, 2013

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Essay Winner by Mary A. Berger

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2013 Essay Winner Announcements@HumorPress.com Contest Winner Mary A. Berger Is Named A Finalist In HumorPress.com's "America's Funniest Humor!" Writing Contest Mary A. Berger, a writer from…See More

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Mary's Been Busy

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012 Mary's Been BusyGood grief, you'd think my creator, Mary, would have enough to do keeping up with all my, well, "activities." She actually writes about things other than my scheming, comical behavior. (Clare, did I hear you say erratic?) I mentioned in my last post the humor piece she had published in the current Not Your Mother's Book anthology. Not only…See More

Nov 6, 2012

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Book No. 3 Almost Ready, Mary A. Berger

Book No. 3 Almost Ready, by Mary A. BergerTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2012 Book No. 3 Almost ReadyI know, I know, it's been a while since you've heard from me. But hey, I've been out doing good deeds. You see, Clare and I are trying to figure out how to get into this blasted online dating site in our pursuit of an online bad boy. Trouble is, neither of us knows much about…See More

Sep 19, 2012

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Local Authors Day at Spartanburg Public Library Headquarters, Spartanburg, SC

May 9, 2012 from 11am to 1pm

Highlighting local authors on Wednesdays through the summer. Mary A. Berger will have her women's humor/cozy mystery novels, "The Trouble with Mattie" and "A Trip to the Water's Edge" available for sale. Each Wednesday through the summer, authors are scheduled to bring their books and set up in the atrium of the Spartanburg Public Library Headquarters in Spartanburg, SC.

Apr 27, 2012

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Mary A. Berger at Johnson Farm, 3346 Haywood Rd., Hendersonville, NC

April 28, 2012 from 10am to 4pm

Book exhibit/signing at Historic Johnson Farm Festival, 3346 Haywood Rd., Hendersonville, NC on Saturday, April 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Author's two women's humor/mysteries, The Trouble with Mattie and A Trip to the Water's Edge, will be available for purchase. Also, please visit my blog at: mattiesmysteries.blogspot.comSee More

Mar 21, 2012

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Murder and Mayhem

Hi Gang,A quick note to let you know about a book review Mary just received. Todd Fonesco runs a site called Review My Book On Amazon and was kind enough to give Mary's latest book, A Trip to the Water's Edge, a read. And guess what? She received four out of five stars! Here's an excerpt from his review:Trip to the Water’s Edge – Murder and Mayhem Mattie Mitchell Style!Rating: 4 of 5"For those who like a light hearted…See More

Jan 23, 2012

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Mary A. Berger might attend The Fountainhead Bookstore's event

Reception for Winner of The Fountainhead Bookstore Short Story Contest at The Fountainhead Bookstore

January 19, 2012 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Join us as we honor the winner of our first Short Story Contest - Noelle McKay. Her story, "Ungrateful Child" was up against some stiff competition, according to the judges. A wine reception will be held 1/19/12 at 6:30, when the story will also be read for the public. See More

Jan 13, 2012

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Reading Preference:: Humor, have published my first Amazon book, "The Trouble with Mattie" and am halfway through second. Like Garrison Keilor

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. . . from my book, "The Trouble with Mattie" . . .

. . . Mattie tried to reach for her phone. Again, she was blocked by the men.
"What are you trying to do?" she cried out; "I'm not your prisoner!" At that, she managed to slip out of her chair and head for the door. Two hands slammed the door shut before she could reach it. Slowly, she backed away from them, growing fear reflecting in her eyes . . .

(From my second Mattie's Mysteries Series, soon to be out)

. . . Mattie glanced in the rear view mirror and noticed a gray truck following closely behind. When she sped up, the truck sped up; when she slowed down, the truck slowed down. She pulled into a parking lot, wondering if the truck would follow her . . .

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At 1:36pm on January 8, 2012, Cathryn McLeod said…: Mary, please excuse my not accepting your friend request earlier. I get distracted.. thanks.

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At 3:50pm on June 17, 2011, Charles Davidson said…: Thank you, Mary for your kind invitation. I look forward to getting acquainted.

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At 4:06pm on June 16, 2011, Frances Rogers said…: Thank, Mary! Fran Rogers

At 3:54pm on June 13, 2011, M Huggins said…: Sounds like a great read--I am from Brevard!

At 4:50pm on June 10, 2011, MARYROSE McWHIRTER said…: "The Trouble with Mattie" sounds interesting, so I just downloaded the ebook from B&N to read on my iPad. Thanks for sharing! MWM

At 2:01pm on June 10, 2011, Elizabeth said…: I read the reviews on amazon, read your blog... our library doesn't carry it. I'll make a purchase request for it and they buy the book if it's not in the system in another county. It sounds so real- like yo really did eat all that quiche and bumped into the tattoo man. Did some of this really happen? I blog about hte books I read if there isn't any swearing in em. Looking forward to reading the book. Elizabeth (lisa)

At 1:48pm on May 15, 2011, Jack R.Pyle said…: Not only that, Mary, but we both remember (or think we do) that you pronounce your last name with a sof "g."

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At 5:51pm on May 13, 2011, Jack R.Pyle said…: Hi, Mary,

Yes, of course, both of us remember you, Mary, and we are delighted that your first book is going to be at the Hendersonville event. We can't be there--previous engagements--because we now have 14 books between us so we are out there "peddling books" at every opportunity.

Our best wishes are with you.

I hope this gets to you, but I am unfamiliar with all this social networking stuff, but I'm willing, in your case, to give it a try.

jack

At 8:45pm on March 8, 2011, Mary A. Berger said…: Add to Favorites: Janet Evanovich