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It's nearly upon us, National Novel Writing Month. Also known in its awkwardly catchy abbreviated form NaNoWriMo, November might be a productive month for you. Let's learn more with Liz Bradley, one of our municipal liaisons for the effort. BOOK CITY ★ Roanoke: First, what's the goal of National Novel Writing Month? Liz Bradley: NaNoWriMo believes that everyone has a… Continue reading ★ Liz Bradley says you can do it: National Novel Writing Month
Roanoke will soon have a new independent bookstore. Doors will open at Book No Further on October 17 at 10 AM in the 16 West Marketplace (16 West Church Street, Roanoke). In anticipation, owner Doloris Vest filled us in on what she’s learned planning and preparing for the business. BOOK CITY ★ Roanoke: Folks are… Continue reading ★ What she’s learned: Doloris Vest on the planning of Book No Further
Artemis Journal has its roots in personal transformation and community building. The journal had gone quiet for a number of years, but following a 2014 resurgence, the energy of the longstanding creative team seems boundless. The Blue Ridge poetry and art journal has expanded its focus and reach and this year announces some new collaborations. With… Continue reading ★ On the hunt for new voices with Artemis’ Jeri Rogers and Maurice Ferguson
Roanoke Public Libraries Director Sheila Umberger was first hired by the City in 1982 to convert the traditional card catalog into computer code. That theme of transition is woven throughout her career, and since 2004, she has steered the library system in an ongoing response to the opportunities and needs of a changing community. In… Continue reading ★ Roanoke Libraries Director Sheila Umberger on building stellar teams in the Star City
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