BARBOURSVILLLE, W.Va. - Huntington Mall Books-A-Million will host a Mountain State Author Showcase this Sat. afternoon, Feb. 4, from 2 - 5 p.m., where the bookstore will focus on Appalachian writers of merit and certain book titles published within the state's borders.

Appearing at the event will be Woodland Press authors, including Bram Stoker Award-Winner Michael Knost, of Chapmanville, and bestselling state novelist Geoffrey Cameron Fuller, of Charleston.

CHAPMANVILLE. W.Va. - We look forward to a great new year chock full of exciting book events and public appearances. The 2012 Woodland Press Book Tour is here as we display and promote brand new Woodland Press book releases and our full catalog of top-selling Appalachian-based titles on the road. Autographed and personalized books make wonderful keepsakes and exceptional gifts, and all of our authors are currently on tour across West Virginia, Kentucky and beyond.

CHAPMANVILLE, W.Va. - Woodland Press, an independent Mountain State book publishing firm located in Chapmanville, has recently been recognized by the International Thriller Writers Association and meets all ITW criteria for a commercial publisher.

"We are pleased to be associated with this prestigious organization," said Woodland Press CEO F. Keith Davis. "Our organization continues to place an emphasis on Appalachian themes, exceptional storytelling and literary excellence. It is a great honor to be recognized nationally for these efforts."

Where can you find Woodland Press books in the Mountain State? With new outlets opening daily, here are just a few of the great locations where you can find our authors and their books:

-- Charleston area: Taylor Books, Drug Emporium (Kanawha City and Patrick Street), Books-A-Million (Dudley Farms Mall and Charleston Town Center), Culture Center Museum, Yeager Airport Gift Shop, and West Virginia Market Place.
-- Beckley area: The Little Brick House, Tamarack Gift Shop.
-- Elkins area: Main Line Books
-- Fairmont area: Kerri's Korner Bookshop.

BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. – This weekend Drug Emporium, which promotes and displays one of state's largest selections of West Virginia-based book titles, will host a special author booksigning event where the store recognizes the regional literary arts and focuses on bestselling writers in the state.

BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. - Drug Emporium will celebrate Mountain Author Holiday Weekend and the beginning of the Christmas shopping season at their Barboursville store this Sat., Dec. 3rd, from 2 - 5 pm. For the occasion, Mountain State book authors Jessie Grayson, Ellen Thompson McCloud, and Frank Larnerd will be on hand to greet the public and talk about their respective books.

PARKERSBURG, W.Va. - The Gallery, at Grand Central Mall, will host Mountain State Author Days on Saturday, Nov. 26th, from 1 - 4 p.m., using the occasion, officially the second full day of the Christmas shopping season, to focus on West Virginia literary talent and to showcase their expanding regional book collection. The store will also be observing Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting small businesses on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year.

CHAPMANVILLE. W.Va. - It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! The 2011 Christmas Season Book Tour is already here as we display and promote brand new Woodland Press book releases and our full catalog of top-selling Appalachian-based titles on the road. Autographed and personalized books make wonderful Christmas gifts, and all of our authors are currently on tour. So, join us for special booksigning engagements, bookstore appearances, release parties, and even greater fun during the holiday season. New dates are being added daily!!

BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. - Drug Emporium will host a Huntington area book launch as they celebrate Regional Author Month at their Barboursville store this Sat., Nov. 12, from 2 - 5 p.m. Bram Stoker Award-winner Michael Knost will be on hand for the local release of "The Mothman Files." He will use the occasion to greet the public and personalize copies of his new book.

BARBOURSVILLE, W.Va. - This weekend Drug Emporium will host a Huntington area book release gathering at their Barboursville store this Sat., Nov. 5, from 2 - 5 p.m. Mountain State authors Jessie Grayson and Ellen Thompson McCloud will be on hand for the launch of "Shadows and Mountains: Fireside Stories from the Dark Heart of Appalachia," and will greet the public and sign copies of their books.