#appalachia

15 Books About Appalachia to Read Instead of HILLBILLY ELEGY

Better understand the rich tradition of Appalachian literature by skipping Hillbilly Elegy and reading these outstanding books instead.

10 of the Best Appalachian Books of 2023

Appalachian Literature is in a golden age. From horror to poetry, sci-fi, memoir, and literary fiction, it has something for every reader.

8 Books About Appalachian True Stories

Skip that one book you know about Appalachia and instead, pick up these outstanding works of Appalachian nonfiction.

8 More Affrilachian Poetry Collections for Your TBR

Affrilachian Poets are an example of the literary talent from Appalachia, and include writers like bell hooks, Nikki Giovanni, and others.

Why You Should Start Reading Regional American Literature

As I read more and more books by Southern authors, each new title reinforced that the South is not a monolith.

More Than Hillbilly Elegy: The Vast Wealth of Appalachian Literature

When can I get back to recommending great Appalachian books instead of just responding to questions about this one memoir?

15 More Books About Appalachia to Read Instead of HILLBILLY ELEGY

Read these great books about Appalachia, books that counter the narrative that one book can define an entire region.

Appalachian Audiobooks That Taught Me How to Say Goodbye

A reader on the Appalachian audiobooks that took her back home to Appalachia and helped her prepare to move farther away from it.

Visiting Home With Appalachian Audiobooks

A reader on some of the immersive Appalachian audiobooks she revisits to take her back home when she can't make it in person.