Great Smokies Writing Program

The Great Smokies Writing Program is a joint effort between the UNCA departments of Literature and Language, Creative Writing and Extension and Distance Education. The program offers opportunities for writers of all levels to join a supportive learning community in which their skills and talents can be explored, practiced, and forged under the careful eye of professional writers.

The program is committed to providing the community with affordable university-level classes led by published writers and experienced teachers. Each course carries academic credit awarded through UNC Asheville.

The Writers at Home reading series during the fall and spring semesters gives local and regional writers the opportunity to read from their own works to interested participants. The series is free and open to the public and meets on the third Sunday of the month during fall and spring semesters. Monthly readings are held at 3pm at Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe, 55 Haywood Street, Asheville. NC.