For the seventh year in a row, the second Saturday in February holds a treat for the readers and book lovers of the region. The Friends of Patagonia Library will hold the Writers’ Round-Up on Feb. 13, in Cady Hall, from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. The event is free, welcomes adults and children and will be at 346 Duquesne St. in Patagonia..

“Our event is special because we feature a wide range of excellent writing on all kinds of subjects,” said Gail Eifrig, event organizer. Among the many noted writers who will be present are Philip Caputo, whose recent novel “Crossers” has gained national attention, and Susan Lowell, whose “Three Little Javelinas” is the Children's OneBook Arizona choice for 2010.

As a Grand Finale to the day, writer Richard Shelton, author of the much-loved classic “Going Back to Bisbee,” will read from his work at 3 p.m. in the Library. Shelton has taught writing at the University of Arizona and has further enhanced his reputation as a teacher and promoter of writing in prisons.

Round-Up 2010 will feature several new attractions. For the first time, the event is an “invitational” and will showcase nine writers who have not been part of the event previously. Seven of the writers who have participated in the past have published new books since last year’s event. There will be plenty of new books. Altogether, 24 authors accepted the invitation from the selection committee and will be on hand to converse with visitors.

New stuff

Also new this year are two workshops. At 11 a.m., Stephen Cox, former editor at University of Arizona Press, and co-author of the book “Writing Brave and Free,” will lead a discussion titled, “Becoming a Writer.” At 1 p.m., Gail Woodard, local writer and publisher, will lead a group talking about “Getting Published.” Participation in these discussion circles is free and open to all, but if you wish to attend, please call (520) 394-2010 to have your name put on the list. Writers who will attend are Mark Bahti, Betty Barr, Byrd Baylor, Joel Bernstein, J.P.S. Brown, Philip Caputo, Laura Chester, Stephen Cox, Alison Deming, Jane Eppinga, Elizabeth Gunn, Lynn Hassler, Juanita Havill, Mike Hayes, Fenton Johnson, Ken Lamberton, Susan Lowell, Gregory McNamee, Tom Miller, Gary Paul Nabhan, Margaret Regan, Richard Shelton and Stephen Strom.

Proceeds of the day’s sales will benefit the Friends of Patagonia Library.

For more information, visit www.patagoniapubliclibrary.org, or call (520) 394-2010.