Brian Booth Writers’ Fund

“For thirty years, Literary Arts’ grants have made things possible—writing time, a workspace, a new computer, a research trip—filling essential needs and offering Oregon writers the invaluable knowledge that their community supports and honors their work.” 

Ursula K. Le Guin, Oregon Book Awards & Fellowships winner

“Look, Oregon has hatched and housed some of the greatest writers in American history, but there will be more and greater ones coming, and the Brian Booth Writers’ Fund will give them a way to gather, to elevate each other, to tell the stories that might well change the world. The right stories do that, if we give them a chance.” 

Brian Doyle, Oregon Literary Fellowship recipient and author of Mink River

“Years ago now, Brian [Booth] catalyzed a formal awareness of Oregon’s contributions to a national literature and provided Oregon’s writers, especially, with a sense of community. Today, Literary Arts represents the apotheosis of Brian’s vision to provide state-wide support for writing, reading, and the public presentation of literary ideas and ideals. […] We can imagine that Brian […] is touched and pleased that the community he worked so hard to bring to life chose to honor him with this fund.” 

Barry Lopez, Oregon Book Awards winner and National Book Award winner for Arctic Dreams

“Brian. Booth. These two words are a synonym for vision and advocacy. When I say Brian’s name, I know I’m speaking the language of ideals realized through remarkable resolve and generosity. Now we who admire him have a way to fittingly honor him: the Brian Booth Writers’ Fund—a trust created to perpetuate the literary programs he founded.”

Barry Lopez, Oregon Book Awards winner and National Book Award winner for Arctic Dreams

“Literary Arts plays an essential role in the thriving literary community in Oregon, and it’s so important that their work continues.”

Cheryl Strayed, Oregon Literary Fellowship recipient and Oregon Book Award winner for Wild

“Oregon has hatched and housed some of the greatest writers in American history, but there will be more and greater ones coming, and the Brian Booth Writers’ Fund will give them a way to gather, to elevate each other, to tell the stories that might well change the world. The right stories do that, if we give them a chance.” 

Brian Doyle, Oregon Literary Fellowship recipient and author of Mink River