Welcome to the Great Smokies Writing Program
About Us
For 25 years, The Great Smokies Writing Program has offered university-level community classes for writers of all experience levels in Western North Carolina and beyond. In-state tuition is highly affordable, and each course carries academic credit awarded through UNC Asheville, but students need not be enrolled in a degree-granting program.
Our program allows writers to join a supportive learning community and to enjoy the mentorship of professional writers. We also host numerous events at UNCA and other venues in the Asheville area open to the public, including readings, craft talks, and panels with writers, editors, and publishing professionals.
Teach With Us
We are always looking for new instructors to enrich the program. If you’re interested, please complete our online interest form (including a CV and a description of the workshop or class you’d like to teach).
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Your contributions to The Great Smokies Writing Program make it possible for us to continue offering highly affordable classes to writers of all experience levels and to continue hosting public events that foster the literary community!
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