St. Francisville Writers and Readers Symposium

Each February West Feliciana Parish flies the literary flag high when the Celebration of Literature and Art's Writers and Readers Symposium invites accomplished authors to present readings and discuss works at Hemingbough Conference Center. The goal of this annual symposium is to offer audiences a well-balanced appreciation for the art of literature in all its forms through a focus on the work of Louisiana writers. Jack Bedell, Jason Berry, Alysson Foti Bourque, Dima Ghawi, C.H. Lawler, and Erica Spindler are the featured authors; readings and discussions about their work and the creative process will be conducted throughout the day from 9 am to 3:30 pm. $45 until January 1, $55 until February 15, $65 day of.