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Dale Austin 
Author

A collection of words of wisdom through poetry, rooted in family, faith, and Southern life.

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Salt on a Bird's Tail

A collection of words of wisdom through poetry, drawn from a lifetime of family, faith, and Southern roots.

Words Grown from Southern Roots

I’ve spent my life in small Southern towns, surrounded by fields, front porches, and family stories. Those moments—quiet mornings, hard work, laughter around the table—shape every poem and short story I write. My work is less about a place on the map and more about the people, memories, and faith that stay with you wherever you go.

It was a privilege to be highlighted in a recent issue of JNOW magazine.

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

  • Thu, Nov 05Nov 05, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Grande MagnoliaThe Grande Magnolia, 109 NW Railroad St, Benson, NC 27504, USA
    Nov 05, 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    The Grande Magnolia, 109 NW Railroad St, Benson, NC 27504, USA
    Meet Dale Austin and celebrate Salt on a Bird's Tail at The Grand Magnolia.
  • Sat, Nov 21Nov 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Princeton ChurchPrinceton Church, US Hwy 70 E, North Carolina, USA
    Nov 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Princeton Church, US Hwy 70 E, North Carolina, USA
    Join Dale Austin at the Christmas Vendor Market at Princeton Church.
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