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HISTORY

Passion and purpose for literary enlightenment in Arizona

The idea to start a Literary Society in Arizona originated with two Northern Trust Bank executives, and in 2005, the Literary and Prologue Society of the Southwest became  an Arizona non-profit organization. The inaugural Literary Society luncheon in November 2005 hosted Author Roya Hakakian discussing her best selling book Journey from the Land of NoDuring exciting annual seasons from fall through spring, members have enjoyed award-winning authors hosted at notable Arizona locations in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tucson.

In the spring of 2020, the organization's leadership officially transitioned to an independent, member-run board of directors. The Literary Society of the Southwest's board remains committed to showcasing new and seasoned authors and making impactful community grants, supported by 650  generous members with their memberships and donations, as well as by donations and sponsorships from individuals, corporations, and companies in Arizona.  Together, we remain devoted to our mission of supporting the appreciation of literature and providing grants to community organizations with a literacy mission.

Annual Management and Financial Review

The LSSW fiscal year ended June 30, 2023. The report highlighting the financial and managerial outcomes for the year can be found here. The Federal 990 tax return for the fiscal year ending  June 30, 2023,  can be found here

Past Authors

2023-2024 Season

Geraldine Brooks | Horse

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Anthony Marra | Mercury Pictures Presents

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TJ English | Dangerous Rhythms: Jazz and the Underworld

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Hernan Diaz | Trust

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Maggie O'Farrell | The Marriage Portrait

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2022-2023 Season

Maggie Shipstead | You Have a Friend in 10A &
Great Circle

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Ash Davidson | Damnation Spring

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Diana Abu-Jaber | Fencing with the King

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Katie Kitamura | Intimacies

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Patrick Radden Keefe | Empire of Pain

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2021-2022 Season

Brit Bennett | The Vanishing Half

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Gayle Tzemach Lemmon | The Daughters of Kobani

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Imbolo Mbue | How Beautiful We Were

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Paulina Bren | The Barbizon

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