Made in Appalachia is an editorial publication devoted to the literature, places, and traditions that shape Appalachian storytelling.
Through essays, interviews, criticism, reading lists, and original reporting, we explore the writers, books, landscapes, and cultural traditions that continue to define the region’s literary imagination.
We believe Appalachian literature is one of the most vital traditions in contemporary American letters. Our mission is to help readers discover it, understand it, and become part of the conversation.
Published by Appalachia Book Company, Made in Appalachia exists alongside our chapbook series of the same name. Together, the publication and the series celebrate both the enduring legacy and the evolving future of Appalachian writing.
Whether we are revisiting overlooked classics, introducing emerging writers, documenting regional traditions, or exploring new work, our goal remains the same: to tell the stories of Appalachia with curiosity, care, and literary ambition.
What you’ll find here
Essays and literary criticism
Interviews with writers, editors, and booksellers
Reading lists and book recommendations
Regional history, folklore, and culture
Original reporting and commentary
News from Appalachia Book Company
If that sounds like the kind of conversation you’d like to join, we’re glad you’re here.
