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The Sundial Writers Corner

The Sundial Writers Corner

The Writer’s Corner on WLRH features prose and poetry submitted by talented TN Valley wordsmiths. With each episode, a different voice is heard in “The Writer’s Corner,” with a commentary or poem recorded by the author. Many of our writers have received awards at the state and national level, while others are exhibiting their creative abilities for the first time.

Latest Episodes

The Sundial Writers Corner: John & Jane Davis

May 18, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: John & Jane Davis

In this episode of The Sundial Writers Corner, we hear from a married couple- a retired US Army counterintelligence officer & a teacher of history, art, and religion.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Rose Battle

May 4, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Rose Battle

In this episode of The Sundial Writers Corner, veteran contributor Rose Battle shares a story of motherhood's struggle and the humor it sometimes involves in "My Baby Running With Pinky."

The Sundial Writers Corner: Donna Geise

Apr 27, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Donna Geise

Author and Poet Donna Geise pays tribute to two men whose impact on the world was intended to inspire young and old alike. One in the face of tragedy, and the other from the living rooms of millions of viewers around the world.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Tribute To Dave Gallaher

Apr 20, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Tribute To Dave Gallaher

In this special tribute episode, SWC remembers the late, great, Microwave Dave Gallaher, who would have turned 80 this week. Listen to Dave’s 2020 Sundial piece, in which he shared music’s magical way of taking away our loneliness.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Victor M. Martin

Apr 13, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Victor M. Martin

In this episode, new Sundial Contributor Victor M. Martin shares a story about how retirement isn’t the end of one’s adventures, but merely a slight change of their direction - with an excerpt from his book NORTH OF ORDINARY.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Anna Lee

Mar 30, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Anna Lee

On this episode of The Sundial Writers Corner, Sundial Author Anna Lee recalls an almost-forgotten tragedy that unfolded on Alabama's Black Warrior River over a hundred years ago: The Sinking of The Mary Frances.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Beth Anne Hill

Mar 23, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Beth Anne Hill

Sundial Author Beth Anne Hill reminds us that some currency, even that which is destined to be removed from circulation, still plays an important role in the bank of our life’s memories.

The Sundial Writers Corner: Lindsey Bell

Mar 16, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Lindsey Bell

On this episode of The Sundial Writers Corner, new Sundial Author Lindsey Bell takes us on a journey from Notasulga, Alabama to the depths of her heart, as she searches for her Grandma Drue’s secret “Fountain of Youth.”

The Sundial Writers Corner: Bud McLaughlin

Mar 9, 2026

The Sundial Writers Corner: Bud McLaughlin

In this episode, new Sundial writer Bud McLaughlin recalls his 15 minutes of fame as a Bruce Springsteen imposter with his story "Being The Boss."

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