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 Donna
grew up near Abingdon, Virginia in the valleys of the Holston River, and
now lives in the mountains of western North Carolina. She credits hearing
stories about Daniel Boone camping and his dogs being attacked by wolves
in Abingdon with developing her love of history. She has combined her
love of history, writing, and Appalachian heritage by writing two books
about the area.
She has published short stories and poetry in Appalachian Heritage and
Branches. Donna has received awards for short stories and poems in East
Tennesse State University's Appalachian fiction contest and the Virginia
Highlands Festival Creative Writing contest.
"Donna Akers is a wonderful writer, so entertaining that the
story really takes over and history comes alive on the page before us.
Great reading for all ages." - Lee Smith, award winning author
of The Last Girls
"Readers young and old will find a treasure trove of Virginia
history in this lovingly-crafted tale of Abingdon past and present"
- Sharyn McCrumb, New York Times Best-Selling author of The Songcatcher
 | Saturday, June 7th, 2008 | Washington County Revisited Book Debut Reception
Abingdon Arts Depot, Depot Square, Abingdon
Sat. June 7th 1-3ish
Food! Fun! Fellowship! Frivolity! a few of Donna's favorite things...
Long awaited "Book Birthing" party for her newest book, "Washington County Revisited" a collection of 200 MORE historic photos and postcards from all over the county. Donna will give brief introductory thank you remarks, especially to honor several contributors who passed away before the book's publication. Then, it's time for some catered snacks, community visiting, and a good old time. Come early to get the best seats, grab a signed copy of the book, meet some long-lost relatives, and to maybe hear the stories behind the pictures from the contributors. | | Saturday, June 7th, 2008 | new book Washington Co. Revisited Debut Signings and Party
10-12 pm at Zazzy'z Coffee & Bookstore, 380 E. Main St, AB
Sat. June 7th 10-12 pm Signing of newest book "Washington County Revisited" a collection of 200 MORE historic photos and postcards from all over the county.
Call Zazzy'z at 276-698-3333 to order or reserve your copy since they will sell quickly!
| | Saturday, May 24th, 2008 | Sat. - Plumb Alley Day, - New Book May Be Available!
Abingdon's famous Plumb Alley (parallel to Main St.)
It's possible I will have limited number of my new book there - Washington County Revisited- but not guaranteed by the publisher. I will have a tent set up behind the courthouse at Plumb Alley Day, Abingdon's most eclectic, fun festival sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. Come on out and have some good food, fun, and frivolity...and say hello to me and my family too! |
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