The Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library Author Series is the library's showcase of literary events. Throughout the year, authors of varying backgrounds and genres are invited by the library to inspire a love of reading, feature voices that energize community conversations, and support the arts while providing an enjoyable literary experience. Previous Author Series events include author forums, roundtable discussions, poetry readings, and writer workshops. The Author Series is sponsored by the Cultural Foundation of Harrison County and the Friends of Clarksburg-Harrison Public Library.
Join Us for the 2024 Season!
Tips on Writing Children's Books
Saturday, April 20, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Presented by award-winning author Colleen Driscoll. Learn the skills & techniques for writing a children's book.
Editing My Memoirs
Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us as authors Lisa McCombs and Diana Pishner Walker host a workshop on writing memoirs.
Between the Lines: Little One
Thursday, June 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Author Tim Huguenin will be at the library for the June book discussion selection "Little One."
An Afternoon with Pearl Buck
Saturday, June 22, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
West Virginia Humanities Council "History Alive" scholar portrays a living history performance of Pearl S. Buck.
What a Publisher Wants
Saturday, July 13, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Publisher Headline Books will present ideas and suggestions on what a publisher looks for when selecting a manuscript.
Fierce Fantasy with Casey L. Bond
Saturday, August 3, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Award-winning author Casey Bond discusses her love of writing spellbinding and magical realism.
An Afternoon with Mother Jones
Saturday, September 14, 2024 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
West Virginia Humanities Council "History Alive" scholar portrays a living history performance of Mary Harris "Mother" Jones as she rallies throughout WV supporting the United Mine Workers.
Celebrating WV Authors
Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Meet local authors who will have books for sale and to sign.