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One Book, One West Virginia

One Book, One West Virginia is a state-wide book discussion group designed to promote dialogue among community members gathered in various locations throughout the state. To accomplish this goal, participants are urged to join book discussion groups and attend related special events, such as meeting the author, character portrayals, movies, and workshops.

Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence Program
The 2011 Appalachian Heritage Writer-in-Residence Program is made possible with financial support from the West Virginia Humanities Council, the West Virginia Center for the Book, and the Shepherd University Foundation.

	2011-2012 Selection - Serena by Ron Rash Biography Critical Essays Teaching Resources In His Words Links
	2010-2011 Selection - In Country by Bobbi Ann Mason Biography Critical Essays Teaching Resources In Her Words DVD and Review
	2009 Selection - Parchment of Leaves, Coal Tattoo and Clay's Quilt by Silas House Biography Critical Essays Teaching Resources In His Words Reader's Guides A Parchment of Leaves , The Coal Tattoo , Clay's Quilt Silas House Blog
	2008 Selection - Big Stone Gap by Adriana Trigiani A wholesome Cinderella story with a winning blend of '70s nostalgia and Appalachian local color.
	2007 Selection - Colored People by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. The celebrated black Harvard scholar offers a portrait of growing up in a West Virginia hill town, presenting a study of his family, his childhood icons, and the social institutions and mores of the time.
	2006 Selection - Night of the Hunter by Davis Grubb Celebrates the literary style that inspired Hollywood in the making of the movie by the same name.
	2005 Selection - Follow the River by James Alexander Thom Commemorates the 250th anniversary of Mary Ingles' incredible escape and journey. Vividly captures the insurmountable bravery and endurance of this pioneer woman as well as the strength of the rivers she used as her guides on her 800 mile trek home.