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About HLA

Photo Courtesy of Marjorie ManickeCelebrating Our 40th Year
The Huntsville Literary Association (HLA), dedicated to promoting and encouraging the literary arts in the Tennessee Valley, offers something for everyone who enjoys the stimulation and creativity offered by books, poems, and plays. Founded by a group of literary enthusiasts in 1967, today's HLA organization sponsors a spectrum of activities including:

  • Publication of the renowned POEM literary magazine
  • The Young Writers Contest for area students
  • Shakespearean performances by a national acting troupe
  • Public readings by renowned guest authors
  • Literary Discussion Group
  • Fiction Writers Group
  • Sunday Salons

In addition, several annual social gatherings give members the opportunity to enjoy the literary arts in a relaxed, congenial atmosphere. New members are always welcome.

Our Next Events:


  News for Area Students and Teachers
HLA is co-sponsoring Poetry Out Loud, a national poetry recitation competition at UAH for high school students. Teachers must register by September 12, 2008, for classes to participate. For more information contact Rose Norman, email: rose.norman@uah.edu or phone 256-824-2373/6320
Website: www.uah.edu/english/poetryoutloud.php
  Save the Date:
September 21, 2008 – Wine and Cheese Membership party

 

 



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