2023 AUTHORS
Ash Davidson
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Dan Hampton
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EJ Levy
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Megan Kate Nelson
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2022 AUTHORS
Maya Shanbhag Lang
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Scott Graham
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Jon Billman
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Melissa Payne
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2021 AUTHORS
Andrea Bobotis
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Pam Houston
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David Treuer
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Carter Wilson
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2020 AUTHORS
W. Bruce Cameron
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Adam Cayton-Holland
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John Larison
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Amanda Skenandore
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2019 AUTHORS
Nick Arvin
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Michael Kodas
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Barbara Nickless
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Tiffany Quay Tyson
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2018 AUTHORS
Margaret Coel
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Finn Murphy
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Charlie Quimby
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Hampton Sides
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Erik Weihenmeyer
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"Thanks so much for allowing me to be part of this year’s RMLF. I’m hard at work with Book II and hope to see you folks again in a couple of years. It was a great event with wonderful energy, super organized, and a lot of fun." - Finn Murphy
"You have my appreciation and my endorsement for putting on a first-class event. The opportunity to meet other authors, to help raise money for a great cause and to meet so many people who care deeply about literature and its place in their community is all too rare—and therefore, precious. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of it. I will sing your praises wherever books are sold." - Charlie Quimby
"Thank you and your Rocky Mountain Literary Festival comrades for running such a grand show. I was quite impressed with the other speakers and enjoyed myself immensely. Thank you for your hard work and good cheer. It was a beautiful day—and all for a terrifically good cause. Bravo!" - Hampton Sides
"Thank you for inviting Erik and me onto your Rope Team at the 4th annual Rocky Mountain Literary Festival. We had such a fantastic 24 hours interacting with the community, presenting the message, and supporting your amazing event." - Connor Koch and Erik Weihenmeyer
"You have my appreciation and my endorsement for putting on a first-class event. The opportunity to meet other authors, to help raise money for a great cause and to meet so many people who care deeply about literature and its place in their community is all too rare—and therefore, precious. Thank you for inviting me to be a part of it. I will sing your praises wherever books are sold." - Charlie Quimby
"Thank you and your Rocky Mountain Literary Festival comrades for running such a grand show. I was quite impressed with the other speakers and enjoyed myself immensely. Thank you for your hard work and good cheer. It was a beautiful day—and all for a terrifically good cause. Bravo!" - Hampton Sides
"Thank you for inviting Erik and me onto your Rope Team at the 4th annual Rocky Mountain Literary Festival. We had such a fantastic 24 hours interacting with the community, presenting the message, and supporting your amazing event." - Connor Koch and Erik Weihenmeyer
2017 AUTHORS
Melanie Crowder
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Kevin Fedarko
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Scott Gibson
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Judi Hendricks
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Ausma Zehanat Khan
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"The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival is a vibrant cultural event in a gorgeous setting. My books found devoted, passionate readers and I enjoyed a day of excellent conversation and mountain hospitality. I was honored to speak and delighted to attend. Thank you!" -Melanie Crowder
"The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival is a superb event for writers and readers alike. The RMLF makes an incredibly worthwhile contribution to supporting literature and education with the scholarships it endows, and it is a wonderful addition to Colorado’s cultural landscape. It was such an honour to be a part of this special day."
-Ausma Zehanat Khan
2016 AUTHORS
Dan Hampton
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Tim Johnston
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Laura Pritchett
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Manuel Ramos
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Cynthia Swanson
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"Thank you for the kind invitation and superb hospitality. I've planned events and can appreciate the time and effort required to bring one off 'without a hitch'. Especially the timing which was spot on! " - Dan Hampton
"... it was a real pleasure to participate in The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival, which... was an incredibly well-oiled machine with tons of literary firepower yet still managed to feel as friendly and intimate as a weekend in the Rocky Mountains ought to feel." - Tim Johnston
"... one of the most well-run, exciting events I’ve been honored to speak at. Not only does this event raise funds for a scholarship for at-need students for college, but it also promotes reading and literature and community." -Laura Pritchett
"...The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival is the right size, for the right cause -- and I say the odds are overwhelming that it will stay on the Colorado literary scene for a long time. Thank you for allowing me to participate." - Manuel Ramos
"...a marvelous event..., the Festival provides authors an incredible opportunity to connect with devoted readers, and provides readers a unique chance to hear writers speak about their work in a relaxed, personal setting." -Cynthia Swanson
"... it was a real pleasure to participate in The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival, which... was an incredibly well-oiled machine with tons of literary firepower yet still managed to feel as friendly and intimate as a weekend in the Rocky Mountains ought to feel." - Tim Johnston
"... one of the most well-run, exciting events I’ve been honored to speak at. Not only does this event raise funds for a scholarship for at-need students for college, but it also promotes reading and literature and community." -Laura Pritchett
"...The Rocky Mountain Literary Festival is the right size, for the right cause -- and I say the odds are overwhelming that it will stay on the Colorado literary scene for a long time. Thank you for allowing me to participate." - Manuel Ramos
"...a marvelous event..., the Festival provides authors an incredible opportunity to connect with devoted readers, and provides readers a unique chance to hear writers speak about their work in a relaxed, personal setting." -Cynthia Swanson
2015 AUTHORS
Thomas Hornbein
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Francine Mathews
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Jeffrey B Miller
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Mark Stevens
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Maura Weiler
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"This was quite an experience, both as a long ago “author” but even more so as an utterly delighted participant. I feel terribly privileged to have been part of it all." - Thomas Hornbein
"So delighted to have been part of the inaugural year of the Rocky Mountain Literary Festival this past weekend! Beautifully organized and produced by the dedicated Festival board, the event brought together readers and writers for an exploration of the power of storytelling in our lives." - Francine Mathews
"You and all the others made it an incredible day for me, the other authors, and for all the attendees. You created a true atmosphere of creativity and sharing about the love of books. Thank you!" - Jeffrey B. Miller
"What a fabulous day celebrating reading and writing. The event was one of the most well-organized and well-orchestrated I've ever seen. Truly flawless and truly memorable." - Mark Stevens
"I had a blast. The day was great and I felt very well supported by both the event organizers and the attendees." - Maura Weiler
"So delighted to have been part of the inaugural year of the Rocky Mountain Literary Festival this past weekend! Beautifully organized and produced by the dedicated Festival board, the event brought together readers and writers for an exploration of the power of storytelling in our lives." - Francine Mathews
"You and all the others made it an incredible day for me, the other authors, and for all the attendees. You created a true atmosphere of creativity and sharing about the love of books. Thank you!" - Jeffrey B. Miller
"What a fabulous day celebrating reading and writing. The event was one of the most well-organized and well-orchestrated I've ever seen. Truly flawless and truly memorable." - Mark Stevens
"I had a blast. The day was great and I felt very well supported by both the event organizers and the attendees." - Maura Weiler