Steve Vannoy

Steve Vannoy was born and raised in Bluefield, West Virginia, to Curtis “Smokey” and Peggy Vannoy. A grandson, nephew, and cousin of several coal miners throughout Appalachia, Steve gained a unique perspective into the history of McDowell County where both of his parents were born and raised. His love of West Virginia and its rich history from an early age led him to become a winner of the “Golden Horseshoe” award. Trained as an industrial engineer at West Virginia University he worked in various industries across the state. Steve’s mission in writing these stories is to preserve the life and community light on the place called home tucked in between the hills and hollows of southern West Virginia. He is the co-founder of an award-winning publishing company and spends his time with his partner, family, and two adorable pups.