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October 12, 2020October 12, 2022 Adirondack Center for Writing Resources

Community Book Recommendations

We all need a good book to read. During the pandemic quarantine, ACW compiled a list of book suggestions from community members in various genres. Find your next favorite read … Continue reading Community Book Recommendations

May 7, 2020August 5, 2020 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements, Local Opportunities

Book Hangouts

We all need good books right now ACW staff will host regular small gatherings of fellow book lovers to recommend your favorites and get suggestions for new books to read … Continue reading Book Hangouts

August 15, 2019July 30, 2019 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements

New book from Jessica Laurel Kane

The Girl Who Was Born with Glue in Her Brain is about a girl with a handful of thoughts that keep her from being able to enjoy life as much as … Continue reading New book from Jessica Laurel Kane

June 13, 2019June 13, 2019 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements, Local Opportunities, Resources

ACW Bookmobile is hitting the road, and wants your books on board

The newest, cutest pop-up bookstore is here and coming to a town near you this summer! Sign up to stock your books in the ACW Bookmobile. ACW is bringing the … Continue reading ACW Bookmobile is hitting the road, and wants your books on board

March 29, 2019May 24, 2019 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements, Local Opportunities

Fran Yardley’s “Finding True North” finalist for Foreword INDIES Book of the Year

Fran Yardley's book, Finding True North, has been chosen as a finalist for the 2018 Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award in the Regional Category. Winners will be announced in … Continue reading Fran Yardley’s “Finding True North” finalist for Foreword INDIES Book of the Year

June 30, 2018June 25, 2018 Adirondack Center for Writing Local Opportunities

The Bookstore Plus Hosts Scholastic Summer Reading Road Trip

July 9th, 10AM-12PM, at Mid's Park! 2445 Main St, Lake Placid, NY 12946 Join Scholastic on the ultimate reading road trip as they tour the country with our favorite authors, illustrators, … Continue reading The Bookstore Plus Hosts Scholastic Summer Reading Road Trip

June 26, 2018June 26, 2018 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements, Local Opportunities, Readings & Performances

An Evening with Bill McKibben

Join us for an evening with acclaimed author, Bill McKibben who will read from his latest release and first novel, Radio Free Vermont. Books available for purchase, signing to follow. … Continue reading An Evening with Bill McKibben

June 15, 2018June 15, 2018 Adirondack Center for Writing Local Opportunities

Sunday and Monday Storytimes at the Bookstore Plus

The Bookstore Plus Hosts Storytime During July and August, EVERY Monday! Lake Placid, N.Y.- In addition to our monthly Sunday Storytime at 4:00 PM, The Bookstore Plus will be hosting … Continue reading Sunday and Monday Storytimes at the Bookstore Plus

March 20, 2018 Adirondack Center for Writing Announcements, Local Opportunities

Are you looking for locations to sell your book? 

Are you looking for locations to sell your book? Bookburgh Books in Plattsburgh, NY would be happy to carry books written by ACW members! How? Just drop a line or … Continue reading Are you looking for locations to sell your book? 

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