Big Stone Gap is set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. It records the events in the life of a female pharmacist who discovers that her roots are in Italy. The novel includes an episode with actress Elizabeth Taylor visiting the small mountain community of Big Stone Gap.

2006 ASRT Programs:

July 13, 2006, 7:00 p.m. - "Italy Travelogue" with Concordia University professors Bruce Creed and Lynn Soloway.

August 1, 2006, 6:30 p.m. - Free movie showing of Father of the Bride starring Elizabeth Taylor.

September 11, 2006, 7:00 p.m. - "Book Chat and Chocolate" - group discussion of Big Stone Gap.