West Virginia authors to gather at event in Boone County

DANVILLE, WV (WVNS) — A variety of West Virginia authors will be at an event in Boone County at the beginning of September 2024.

According to a press release, the inaugural “Authors and Appetizers” event will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at the Magnolia House Restaurant located at 630 Park Avenue in the Danville area of Boone County.

The authors will be located at the screened-in back deck that overlooks the Little Coal River at the Magnolia House Restaurant. Those who attend the event will be able to meet the authors and get a chance for the authors to sign their books.

There will also be a “Book Lovers Buffet” menu at the event, where food and desserts on the menu will be inspired by the authors.

We wanted to do something special and different for folks, where they can come by, maybe purchase an autographed book or two, sample our made-from-scratch Southern cooking, and meet these gifted authors in person to learn about their amazing stories. It will be a bonanza of books and bites for everyone!

Jennifer Smith | Magnolia House Owner and Head Chef

The press release stated that the featured author at the event will be multi-award-winning author Dreama Denver, who is a Princeton resident and the wife of the late “Gilligan’s Island” star Bob Denver.

Dreama Denver’s books include the memoir “Gilligan’s Dreams” and the children’s book series “Four Bears,” with a new book “Island To Icon-The Many Lives of Bob Denver, ” planned to be released in fall 2024.

According to the press release, Dreama Denver’s book “Island To Icon-The Many Lives of Bob Denver, ” will include stories from Bob Denver’s experience as Gilligan, Maynard, and other classic characters, as well as mementos, and never-before-seen photos.

Aside from Dreama Denver, other authors that will be at the event include:

• Daniel Boyd: Multi-award-winning Charleston author, graphic novelist, filmmaker and playwright
• Rev. Angie Rice: Author of “I Have A Mustard Seed And I’m Not Afraid To Use It”
• Dr. Raymond Keller: Morgantown-based UFO and paranormal expert
• Joy Held: Award-winning historical romance author and writing coach from Parkersburg
• Scott Briscoe: Attorney and author of the humor cartoon book “99 Legal Tips”
• Kate Boytek: Popular country music singer/songwriter and self-help author
• Michael Knost: Bram Stoker Award-winning horror author “Return of the Mothman”
• Christy Smith: Huntington-based attorney and author of thriller mystery “Killed It”
• Linda Wilson: Family history author of “On The Inside Looking Out”
• Cora Lee Hairston: R&B gospel singer, actress, and author of “Faces Behind the Dust” and “Hello World Here Comes Claraby Rose”
• Angie Adkins: Logan-based educator and children’s book author
• F. Keith Davis: WV history author of ‘Secret Life and Brutal Death of Mamie Thurman’ and ‘West Virginia Tough Boys’

The press release stated that some of the author inspired dishes that will be at event include:

• Gilligan’s Grilled Cheese, Castaways Coconut Shrimp, and Skipper’s Seafood Stew (Inspired by Dreama Denver)
• Sci-Fi Sliders
• Mystery Minestrone and Meatballs
• Romance Rolls
• Poetry Parfaits
• Horror Hummus
• Kids Book Cookies
• Suspense Salad
• Literary Lemonade
• Novel-Tea
• Writer’s Roast Coffee

The “Book Lovers Buffet,” $24.95 for adults, $19.95 for seniors, and free for children 12 and under, is an all-you-can-eat buffet and will include a variety of treats such as salads, soups, appetizers, and drinks.

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