CONNECT, CREATE, THRIVE
our mission
The mission of the Columbia County Authors Alliance (CCAA) is to support Columbia County, Oregon writers through educational and networking opportunities, local author events, anthologies, regular creative gatherings, and building connections with readers.
The real goal: building connections between writers—because when writers support each other, everyone's work gets stronger. And when the writing community thrives, readers are drawn to the magic, too.
what we do
No matter where you are on your writing journey, there are lots of ways to get involved with the creative community here in Columbia County! We welcome everyone, from newbies to bestselling published authors.
writing groups
Ignite your creative spark when you connect with other writers at the St. Helens Writers Guild and Scappoose Library Writing Group.
anthologies
Become a contributor to our annual Lower Columbia County Writers Anthologies and our special America 250 Anthology.
festivals
Learn about writing and publishing, meet local authors, and so much more at the Stories by the River Festival and the Scappoose Public Library Author Festival.
local authors
Discover your next favorite author - right here in Columbia County.
write-ins
Hang out with other writers informally, chat about what you're working on, and get some words down on the page.
book sale events
Meet Columbia County authors. Who doesn't want to buy an autographed book and say they know the author?