Western North Carolina
Charity Anthology
Local NC authors are putting together a charity anthology to raise funds for relief efforts in Western North Carolina. Over 100 authors have pledged their time and words to the cause so far.
Western North Carolina was hit hard by Hurricane Helene, suffering unprecedented damage.
Some towns have been completely wiped off the map, people have lost their homes and businesses. Roads have been swept away. People are stranded without power, cell service, or running water.
How the anthology will work
Our anthology's theme is: MOUNTAINS.
Due to an amazing volume of responses, we will be running this anthology with multiple genres, with short stories of a up to 5k words at the absolute max per author. We will be formatting these anthologies for e-copy delivery to donors who make a donation to one of the below charities and share proof with us via a form when submissions open. Every $10 donation will allow you to choose from one anthology genre below. A $50 donation will give you access to all genres.
Anthology Genres:
Contemporary fiction
Fantasy
Romance
Science Fiction / Fantasy
LGBTQIA specific
YA
We WILL NOT personally accept donations through NC Indies, as that is a tax hurdle none of us indie authors can manage. Donors will be encouraged to donate to the organization of their choosing from the below.
Authors currently participating in the WNC Charity Anthology
The charities our auction will support
Mana Food Bank
MANNA FoodBank, located in Asheville, North Carolina, is a private, not-for-profit service organization working to end food insecurity in the 16 counties of Western North Carolina, including the Qualla Boundary.
World Central Kitchen
Serving chef prepared meals to communities across the world impacted by natural disasters and during humanitarian crises.
Hearts with Hands
Hearts With Hands™ is a Christian, nondenominational, humanitarian, non-profit 501 (c) 3, charitable organization operated by Greg Lentz Ministries. They provide "Box of Hope" non-perishable food boxes, water, hygiene kits, cleaning supplies, baby supplies, cat and dog food, and more to those facing a natural disaster.
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue
Founded in 2007, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue enhances the lives of companion animals and the people who love them. They work across county lines with the goal of saving the greatest number of lives possible through strategic, creative, and impactful programming.
Second Harvest Food Bank
Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee has led the effort to end hunger in Northeast Tennessee since 1986. An affiliate of the Feeding America Network of Food Banks, Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee is the only food bank serving the eight county region incorporating Carter, Greene, Hancock, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi, and Washington counties.
WNC Nature Center
The Western North Carolina Nature Center connects people with the animals and plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountain region by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, and advancing conservation of the region’s rich biodiversity.
Submit your donation confirmation
Submit your donation confirmation using this form to be added to the list of recipients who will receive links to download the anthology e-books when they are released.
Who are the NC Indies
We are a group of indie authors and small business owners from North Carolina who have come together to help our neighbors in the Western parts of NC. Some of us call the mountains home, some of us have many fond memories of the area. Regardless, we have all been impacted by this storm and want to help our community.
Contact Us
If you have any questions please email us at ncindieauthors@gmail.com.
Shanna M. Rogers is leading the charity anthology efforts with help from Madison Fann, owner of Custom Sprayed Edges, and authors Candace Harper, Elizabeth Cabrera, Stacey Lewis, and B.L. Brown.