Kevin Winchester lives in North Carolina and holds an MFA from Queens University. His story, “Waiting on Something to Happen,” won the 2013 Thomas Wolfe Fiction Prize. Other works has appeared in Tin House, Gulf Coast, Barren Magazine, StorySouth Barrelhouse, Dead Mule, and the anthologies Everything But the Baby and Making Notes: Music of the Carolinas. His short story collection, Everybody’s Gotta Eat, was published in 2009. He currently teaches writing at Wingate University. When he’s not writing, teaching, playing in the band Flatland Tourists, or hanging with his family, he’s hiking, riding his Harley, or working in his garden.

He has been teaching at the College / University level since 2002. During that time, he has also conducted numerous workshops and seminars as well as presenting a variety or writing related topics at the national and international level. He’s also played music for most of his life and has been performing publicly since 1978. In “another life,” Winchester spent 17 years as a professional auctioneer selling everything from a gold bridge for a dog from an estate, to multi-million dollar art, antiques, and real estate. All of which is to say: he’s comfortable standing in front of a large audience with a microphone in his hand or in a small seminar or workshop setting. His events and appearances are always informative, engaging, and relatable to a wide range of audiences. There’ll always be a touch of humor, a relaxed delivery style, and several memorable take-aways for attendees. Below you’ll find a bit more detail. If you need a keynote speaker, a writing-related workshop or seminar, a solo musician or a full band, let us know. If you don’t see something below that seems “just right,” Winchester is happy to discuss your needs and prepare something unique for you.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Readings | Book Signings

Kevin is currently available for workshops, readings / book signings or other events featuring his novel, Sunflower Dog, and his short story collection, “Everybody’s Gotta Eat.”

Please contact us for more details at info@kevinwinchesterwriter.com or through any of the social media platforms.

Workshops | Teaching

Kevin has provided writing-related workshops and seminars throughout the country, and currently offers a variety of programs for creative writing (primarily fiction), academic writing, and business writing. Having owned his own business for many years and now teaching and serving as Writing Center Director at the University level, he is comfortable helping writers of all levels and across various industries, formats and genres. For more information on the types of programs available or to begin the process of developing a program specifically for your needs, click here:

Songwriting | Music

Kevin is currently booking dates in support of his solo CD, “Tattoo Stories.” He is available for solo appearances, duets, or full band (4 pc) shows. For more details, contact him here or through any of the social media platforms.

Kevin also plays with (and writes for) the award winning Americana band (2015 Carolinas’ Americana Band of the Year), Flatland Tourists. Information for booking Flatland Tourists can be found on their website.