Register for our 2026 Literary Festival in McCombWe celebrate literature of all genres by authors of all ages! Previously featured authors are welcomed as well. If you're working on a manuscript and plan to have it published by November 1st (National Author's Day), we hope this opportunity will help you reach your goal..
"Write to Heal"
"Write to Heal" is a trauma-informed community writing workshop designed for individuals and families who have experienced the pain and aftermath of gun violence. Through guided sessions, participants will explore personal narratives and communal truths using poetry, short plays, and short stories as tools of expression and healing.
Whether you're a seasoned writer or someone interested in exploring your voice for the first time, this space offers encouragement, mentorship, and empathetic connection.
Open to all ages (13+) living in the Southwest Mississippi region who have been directly or indirectly impacted by gun violence-- survivors, families, friends, community members, or advocates.
Free to all participants.
