Welcome to the Sun Valley Writers' Conference, where, for four days, SVWC writers and readers laugh and learn, hike and talk, and stretch the limits of their imagination. The days are filled with books, ideas, stimulation and fun. Extraordinary writers and thinkers talk with an engaged audience about their work, the world, and discuss why literature matters. Be a part of the experience by joining us at 5:00 PM Thursday, July 18 in the Lecture Room at the Community Library in Ketchum to join National Book Award-winning Essayist, Novelist, Short-Story Writer, and Author of "Arctic Dreams" and "Horizon" in an interview, question and answer session, and book signing. This event is free and open to the public. No advance reservations are necessary.