“The Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia (WCoNA) invites proposals for presentations for the 2021 virtual WCoNA conference to be held on September 11, 2021.
Participants will explore opportunities, challenges, and trends specific to writers of northern Appalachia through presentations, readings, craft sessions, and panel discussions. The event will offer writers a place to gather for inspiration, further their craft, find support, and network.
Conference attendees will include authors ranging from novice poets to multi-published novelists; educators representing the humanities, literature, Appalachian studies, and more; librarians; and individuals with an interest in northern Appalachian literature and culture.”
More information: https://www.wcona.com/cfp
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