Volusia Writers Live Sample Program
Sample Date and Time: July 8, 2026, 7 p.m.
Sample Location: Desert Sage, 101 Artisan Alley, DeLand, FL 32720
Sample Schedule
- 6:30 p.m. — Doors open
- 7:00 p.m. — Welcome and opening remarks
- 7:05 p.m. — First reader
- 7:45 p.m. — Final reader
- 7:50 p.m. — Closing remarks
- 7:55 p.m. — Tea and conversation
- 8:30 p.m. — Event concludes
Welcome
Welcome to Volusia Writers Live, a quarterly literary reading series presented by Volusia Writers.
Tonight you’ll hear seven local writers share original poems, stories, essays, memoir, and other written works in an intimate setting designed for listening, discovery, and conversation.
When the readings conclude, we invite you to stay for Desert Sage’s tea of the evening, meet tonight’s writers, browse the featured authors book table, and continue the conversation.
Thank you for supporting local writers and the growing literary community in Volusia County.
Tonight’s (Sample) Readers
Please note that this is a sample program. The authors listed here are fictional.
Sample Olivia Chen
Historical Fiction
Olivia Chen writes historical novels inspired by forgotten women of Florida’s past. Her stories blend meticulous research with unforgettable characters.
Reading: The Mapmaker’s Daughter
Website: oliviachenwrites.com
Books: Amazon Author Page
Sample Marcus Bennett
Poet
Marcus Bennett’s poetry explores memory, family, and the changing landscapes of Central Florida. His work has appeared in several literary journals.
Reading: The Last Orange Grove
Website: marcusbennettpoetry.com
Books: Amazon Author Page
Sample Isabella Reyes
Fantasy Author
Isabella Reyes creates magical adventures rooted in folklore, hidden worlds, and unlikely heroes.
Reading: The Moon Bridge
Website: isabellareyesbooks.com
Books: Amazon Author Page
About Volusia Writers
Volusia Writers is a community of writers inspired by the people, places, past, and possibility of Volusia County.
We welcome all writers who feel a connection to Volusia County.
Learn more: volusiawriters.com
Upcoming Volusia Writers Live Events
Volusia Writers Live is presented quarterly on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October.
- 7 pm Thursday, October 15, 2026
- 7 pm Thursday, January 21, 2027
- 7 pm Thursday, April 15, 2027
- 7 pm Thursday, July 15, 2027
Thank You
Thank you to Lorna Owens and Desert Sage for hosting Volusia Writers Live.
Thank you for supporting local writers.
We hope you’ll join us again for the next edition of Volusia Writers Live.