Oregon Considered

Wordstock Boosts Portland's Image

John Irving fans flocked to Portland's Keller Auditorium Tuesday night to hear their favorite author read some of his writing and discuss his craft.

Irving who is probably best known for his books "World According to Garp" and "Cider House Rules"-- was in town to kick-off "Wordstock."

The week-long celebration of writing and books includes readings and workshops with more than 200 national and local writers.

Gretchen Lehmann went to the John Irving reading to see what Portlanders think of this new literary event.

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