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Join us for VOLUSIA WRITERS LIVE, a lively new literary reading series where seven local writers will share original stories, poems, and personal reflections.We'll gather at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 15, at Desert Sage, Lorna Owens’ charming tea and wellness shop in DeLand’s Artisan Alley.
AN EVENING OF WRITERS, READING
Come spend an evening with Volusia County’s creative community. If the weather permits, we’ll gather in Desert Sage’s beautiful courtyard garden. If it rains, we’ll move indoors to the shop’s event space.
Plan to arrive at 6:30, a half hour before the readings begin. Browse Desert Sage’s unique collection of teas, gifts, books, and wellness products. Explore our featured authors’ book table, and visit with fellow readers and writers before the program begins.
At the stroke of seven, every eye turns to the first presenter—and for the next hour, the spotlight belongs to the written word.
TEA AND CONVERSATION
After the readings, Lorna will serve a specially selected tea of the evening, inviting everyone to linger a little longer. Share ideas, ask questions, and enjoy the company of people who love literature as much as you do.
DATES
Volusia Writers Live will be presented quarterly on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October.
UPCOMING EVENTS
6:30 pm Thursday, October 15, 2026
6:30 pm Thursday, January 21, 2027
6:30 pm Thursday, April 15, 2027
6:30 pm Thursday, July 15, 2027
EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Whether you write, read, or simply love a good story, you’ll feel right at home.
Come for the readings. Stay for the conversation. Discover a new favorite author.
SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR
Your donation helps support local writers and future Volusia Writers programs.
Literary Enthusiasts: $10
Students, Seniors, and Supporters: $5
AUTHOR REGISTRATION
If you’re a member of Volusia Writers, we invite you to register for a spot in our lineup. Share your work with an engaged audience, meet fellow writers, sell your book at the event, and become part of Volusia Writers Live.
You don’t need to live in Volusia County to join Volusia Writers. We welcome all writers who feel a connection to Volusia County.
As a participating writer, you will receive:
— A three-minute reading slot.
— A featured profile in the online event program, available before, during, and after the event.
— Promotion through Volusia Writers’ social media.
— The opportunity to feature one book on the featured authors book table.
— An evening of conversation with readers and fellow writers.
EVENT FORMAT
6:00 p.m. — Volunteers arrive for setup.
6:15 p.m. — Participating writers arrive and check in.
6:30 p.m. — Doors open to the public.
7:00 p.m. — Welcome and opening remarks.
7:05 p.m. — First reader.
7:45 p.m. — Final reader.
7:50 p.m. — Closing remarks.
7:55 p.m. — Tea and conversation.
8:30 p.m. — Event concludes.
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Event venue
Desert Sage, 101 Artisan Alley, DeLand, FL 32720, United States
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