Wrapping Up Poetry Month & Beginning a New One Like Bosses via #DetroitWritersGuild cc @JeniferDeBellis #michiganwriters #michlit #motownwriters

Wrapping Up Poetry Month & Beginning a New One Like Bosses

 

TWO DAYS OF GREAT EVENTS YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS

Come out tonight--TUESDAY, APRIL 30--to Third Man Records for The All Access Cafe Show #2. Disability Activist, Advocate and Poet Jillian Weise say this may be the first program of its kind in America. Tonight will be historical as the original Detroit Poets with Andrei Codrescu hit the stage at 7 pm. Free for all ages! 

Watch the video from our first show and Catch our Poets & Pies Series tomorrow--WEDNESDAY, MAY 1--at the DETROIT PUBLIC LIBRARY MAIN BRANCH, at 6 pm...

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Unfamiliar with patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets? Come Learn MAY02 @ U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in #Detroit

Intellectual Property Basics & SBA Resources

by Elijah J. McCoy Midwest Regional U.S. Patent and Trademark Office

More information: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intellectual-property-basics-sba-resources-tickets-52737818234?

Date And Time

Thu, May 2, 2019
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

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Join the Midwest Regional USPTO in Detroit, Michigan as we discuss intellectual property basics and learn about potential ways to protect your invention as you transition from idea to product. This session is for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and students every first Thursday of each month.

• Overview of intellectual property types: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Why innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP?
• Local resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies.

Submit your intellectual property questions prior to the event to MidwestRegion@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800 for more information.
Free parking is available in the parking garage at 600 River Place, adjacent to our building. Guests must state they are visiting the USPTO. View more parking information. The USPTO is a federal facility and visitors are required to show a valid form of government issued ID (driver's license or passport), and may be subject to security screening.
Stop in for a search! Reserve a workstation today.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please submit your request via phone 313-446-4800 or email MidwestRegion@uspto.gov.

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EVENT: Metro #Detroit: The 2019 Michigan Writing Workshop: May 4, 2019 @writingdaywksp Agents, Learning & Networking... Oh MY! #michiganwriters #motownwriters #michlit

for more information and to register, please go to https://michiganwritingworkshop.com/

After successful 2015, 2017, and 2018 events in Michigan, Writing Day Workshops is excited to announce The 2019 Michigan Writing Workshop— a full-day “How to Get Published” writing event in Livonia, MI on May 4, 2019.
This writing event is a wonderful opportunity to get intense instruction over the course of one day, pitch a literary agent or editor (optional), get your questions answered, and more. Note that there are limited seats at the event (200 total). All questions about the event regarding schedule, details and registration are answered below. Thank you for your interest in the 2019 Michigan Writing Workshop!

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, May 4, 2019, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit Livonia Novi. In other words, it’s one day full of classes and advice designed to give you the best instruction concerning how to get your writing & books published. We’ll discuss your publishing opportunities today, how to write queries & pitches, how to market yourself and your books, what makes an agent/editor stop reading your manuscript, and more. No matter what you’re writing — fiction or nonfiction — the day’s classes will help point you in the right direction. Writers of all genres are welcome.
This event is designed to squeeze as much into one day of learning as possible. You can ask any questions you like during the classes, and get your specific concerns addressed. We will have literary agents onsite to give feedback and take pitches from writers, as well. This year’s agent & editor faculty so far includes:

• literary agent Elaine Spencer (The Knight Agency)
• editor Lydia Sharp (Entangled Publishing)
• literary agent Ella Marie Shupe (Belcastro Agency)
• literary agent Elana Roth Parker (Laura Dail Literary)
• literary agent Vicki Selvaggio (Storm Literary)
• literary agent Bethany Morehead (Hartline Literary)
• literary agent Laura Crockett (TriadaUS Literary)
• literary agent Janna Bonikowski (The Knight Agency)
• and more to come.

By the end of the day, you will have all the tools you need to move forward on your writing journey. This independent event is organized by coordinator Jessica Bell of Writing Day Workshops, with assistance from local writing groups.

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2019 — at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Detroit Livonia Novi, 19525 Victor Pkwy, Livonia, MI 48152.

for more information and to register, please go to https://michiganwritingworkshop.com/

Local Author @Donald_Levin Launch Event! via #PagesPromotion @DPlopa #michiganreaders #detroitreads #motownwriters #mittenlit #michlit

Click here to get tickets : https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/special-events.html

Local Author Launches Newest Novel at Hazel Park Gallery
​May 11, 2019 @ 2pm

Local author Donald Levin is celebrating the release of his sixth Ferndale-based Martin Preuss Mystery, COLD DARK LIES (Poison Toe Press), at a book launch party at the Color & Ink Studio in Hazel Park on SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, from 2 till 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.Local Author Launches Newest Novel at Hazel Park Gallery
​May 11, 2019 @ 2pm

Local author Donald Levin is celebrating the release of his sixth Ferndale-based Martin Preuss Mystery, COLD DARK LIES (Poison Toe Press), at a book launch party at the Color & Ink Studio in Hazel Park on SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, from 2 till 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Follow the Ticket Link to Pre-Order Your Books!

Click here to get tickets : https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/special-events.html

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The #MotownWriters' Author Starter book | $20 Great gift for that Michigan writer. Order yours today. Gift a writer/RT/SHARE

Author Starters Guide 

Everything a Michigan Author needs to start your writing, publishing & marketing journey but were afraid to ask, couldn’t find or didn’t know

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In this book you’ll find:

• Six Month Writing Plan
• Checklist for Writing, Publishing & Marketing
• Detailed Independent Publishing Checklist
• Kindle Publishing Checklist
• Resources & Links
• Businesses that sell Michigan Author
• Important Publication Registrations
• Resources to Print the Book
• Book & Business Resouce Listings
• Metro Detroit Library Listings
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  • Book Review Listings
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  • Book Blogger Listings
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Celebrate Poetry Month w/Bestselling Poet, Elizabeth Acevedo (@AcevedoWrites) in #Detroit #motownwriters #michiganwriters #michlit

On behalf of our colleague and Tuxedo Project Fellow Rose Gorman, check out all the exciting events happening on Marygrove’s campus.  Also, mark your calendar to be with us on April 26^thfor the Contemporary American Authors Lecture by slam poet and spoken word artist Elizabeth Acevedo.

Join us for workshops and reading groups for all ages February thru April!

Despite the weather, our heads are already in springtime at The Tuxedo Project, as we anticipate poet and National Book Award winner Elizabeth Acevedo’s visit to Detroit for the 31st annualContemporary American Authors Lecture Series. April can’t come fast enough for us. To speed up time, all we can do is read (and write), and we want to do it with you. In preparation for Acevedo’s reading and talk at Marygrove College, we’re kicking off our first round of CAALS programming next week with a FREE writing workshop and a host of reading and discussion groups around the city. We hope you’ll join us and acquaint yourself with The Poet X.  Writing with The Poet X & Other Stories Wednesdays @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. beginning February 20 Marygrove College | 8425 W. McNichols Road === Join local poet Michael Lauchlan for a 6-week creative writing workshop inspired by The Poet X and other writing by some of our time's most talented storytellers. This workshop is FREE and open to writers of all backgrounds, genres, and experience levels. Copies of The Poet X, Acevedo's poetry collection Beastgirl & Other Origin Myths, writing materials, and refreshments provided by Marygrove College and The Tuxedo Project. Just bring yourself! Registration required. === MICHAEL LAUCHLAN has contributed to many publications, including New England Review, Virginia Quarterly Review, The North American Review, Valparaiso Poetry Review, Sugar House Review, Louisville Review, and Poet Lore and Poetry Ireland. His most recent collection is Trumbull Ave., from WSU Press (2015).   REGISTER Upcoming Reading & Discussion Groups near you Participants in The Tuxedo Project’s programming for the Contemporary American Authors Lecture Series receive FREE or discounted copies of Elizabeth Acevedo’s novel The Poet X and her poetry collection Beastgirl & Other Origin Myths. All reading and discussion groups meet weekly for 6-8 weeks (unless otherwise noted) and may include read-alongs to accommodate youth of various reading levels. Email us for session details at specific sites. READ MORE ABOUT THE POET X HERE | click here to buy your copy === Detroit Public Library | Main Branch, HYPE Center | 5201 Woodward Avenue Thursdays @ 4:00-5:30 p.m. beginning February 28 (Age 13-18) The Tuxedo Project | 7122 Tuxedo Street | REGISTER Saturdays @ 2:00-4:00 p.m. beginning March 2 (Age 13+) Live6 Home Base | 7426 W. McNichols Road Every other Saturday @ 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. beginning March 9 (All ages) Pages Bookshop | 19560 Grand River Avenue | REGISTER Saturdays @ 1:00-3:00 p.m. beginning March 9 (Age 13+) KAN Cooperative Bookstore | 9405 John R. Street Saturdays @ 12:00-2:00 p.m. beginning March 16 (Age 11+) Room Project | 6513 Woodward Avenue | REGISTER Wednesdays @ 6:00-8:00 p.m. beginning March 20 (Age 13+) PLUS! Outreach programming locations include Detroit International Academy for Young Women, Downtown Boxing Gym Youth Program, Michigan Community Resources, and Detroit Public Library's Southwest branches. If you or someone you know is employed by or receives services from these sites, ask their staff about the special workshops and reading and discussion groups they have planned for their organization! ADDITIONAL CAALS PROGRAMMING WILL BE ANNOUNCED JUST IN TIME FOR NATIONAL POETRY MONTH IN APRIL! #1 New Release With the Fire on High May 7, 2019 by Elizabeth Acevedo $9.99$999 Sold by HarperCollins Publishers BUY BOOK NOW From the New York Times bestselling author of the National Book Award longlist title The Poet X comes a dazzling novel in prose about a girl with talent, pride, and a drive to feed the soul that keeps her fire burning bright. Ever since she got pregnant freshman year, Emoni Santiago’s life has been about making the tough decisions—doing what has to be done for her daughter and her Abuela. The one place she can let all that go is in the kitchen, where she adds a little something magical to everything she cooks, turning her food into straight-up goodness. Even though she dreams of working as a chef after she graduates, Emoni knows that it’s not worth her time to pursue the impossible. Yet despite the rules she thinks she has to play by, once Emoni starts cooking, her only choice is to let her talent break free. BUY BOOK NOW   The Tuxedo Project is a 501(c)(3) organization. In partnership with Marygrove College, our recent supporters include the Adamo Group, Hire It Done, the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters & Millwrights, and students at the University of Detroit Jesuit High School & Academy, the school's Class of ‘88, and the Ignatian Service Corps. Programming at The Tuxedo Project is made possible by the John L. and James S. Knight Foundation. Special thanks to our individual donors and a host of dedicated artists, educators, and the Tuxedo Street community.

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11th Annual Midwest Literary Walk Saturday, April 27, 2019 | 1:00-5:00 pm @midwestlitwalk #michlit #motownwriters #michiganwriters

The Midwest Literary Walk is an annual literary event on the last Saturday in April nestled in the convenient and historic downtown of Chelsea, Michigan. The event is aimed at highlighting the power of literature and poetry in everyday life. Reading events take place at a range of venues in downtown Chelsea, Michigan. The readings are intimate, giving attendees a chance to interact with the authors. Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Midwest Literary Walk is hosted by Chelsea District Library.
All locations are within walking distance from parking to each venue. For your convenience, please refer to the maps and directions on the event website to assist you with your visit to Chelsea.
read more https://www.michigan.org/event/11th-annual-midwest-literary-walk

ATTENTION READERS: APR 28 Grand Traverse Festival of Collectibles 2019 by Bookbrokers & Kramer's Cafe via @DrDanMcDougall | #MICHIGANWRITERS #MICHLIT

RSVP | Get Vendor Table | Contact Coordinator 

Description

Bookbrokers & Kramer's Cafe is hosting the 1st Annual Grand Traverse Festival of Collectibles at the Grand Traverse Mall, in Traverse City on April 28th, Sunday from 12-6 - tables will only be $40, two tables are $70 for all DEALERS, COLLECTORS, ARTISANS/CRAFTERS, & INDIVIDUAL TYPE BUSINESSES ---- AUTHORS will be free on their tables, as well as non-profits (no extra charges for anyone, your sales are your own) - set up is available at 8 am - 8 foot table will be supplied, please bring your chairs, displays, equipment, etc. - thank you!

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Auburn Hills Writers April Session April 18th #motownwriters #michiganwriters #michlit

Hello Writers!

 Our group meets tomorrow, April 18th from 6:30 pm to 8:30pm in the the Auburn Hills Library located at 3400 Seyburn in Auburn Hills.  

Agenda:

• Member Jim Weyer presents, the "Snowflake Method" for writing
  
  
  

  Via 
  
  

Critique Session:

• bring writing tool of choice
• manuscript for critique (2 pages, double spaced, 12 font), bring 7 sets
• book that has been helpful to your writing

Critique Guidelines:

• Be kind
• Be specific 
• Be encouraging
• Be careful (critique on style and technique, not your opinion)

Big News!!!!

Writing guru, Natalie Goldberg, is hosting her first online writing course.  

Check out all she has to offer here:   

https://courses.shambhala.com/writing-down-the-bones/

• The cost, with discount, $249
• 11 hours of teaching
• lifetime access to sessions
• live writing sessions and more
• money back guarantee (within 30 days)

See you tomorrow!

Mychelle Martin, Facilitator

"Nurturing the Auburn Hills Writing Community since 2011"

Please forward this email to any writer you feel may benefit from its contents.  

And as always, please let me know if you wish to be removed from our list, thank you. 

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April 17: Midwest Literary Walk Open Mic Night #michiganwriters #michiganpoetry #mittenlit #michlit #motownwriters

for more information go to http://midwestliterarywalk.org/

MAY 12 Living a Non-Negotiable Lifestyle Book Launch (Meet the Authors) by UCSMG #detroitreads #michlit

Date And Time

Sun, May 12, 2019
3:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT

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Location

The COOP Exchange
25900 Greenfield Rd
Suite 326
Oak Park, MI 48237
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Description

Professionals have joined together to create a book on how to live a Non-Negotiable Lifestyle. This one day will celebrate the authors and the women that understand what it takes to live Non-Negotiable. This book launch will connect dreamers, doers, creators and finishers focused on sharing about how they live NON-NEGOTIABLE. Their ambitious nature of overcoming obstacles and staying in the drivers seat of achieving goals.
Meet the authors who are celebrating triumphs, ambition, success and tell the story of how to go beyond negative to positive, large to small success and the journey to achieve greatness.
The event is sponsored by:
The COOP Exchange, Photography by Shawn Rochelle, Bar services by U Drink I Make Dj Rue, food provided by Culinarian's Corner and Confection's Factory and so much more.
This event will have great prize giveways, readings from the authors and more for all that attend.
The Anthology was created by:
Brandi C Shelton the founder of Brandi's Principles and the creator of the Ambition Project will be celebrating great accomplishments, serving others on their journey into embracing business and the creation of this anthology along with first time authors and other self published authors that have something to share.

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Michigan Beginner Author Starter Book $20 #michiganwriters #motownwriters #michlit Grab your copy now!

Everything you need to start your writing, publishing and marketing journey, but were afraid to ask, couldn't find or didn't know.

Great for Michigan Authors

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Everything a Michigan Author needs to start your writing, publishing & marketing journey but were afraid to ask, couldn’t find or didn’t know

Currently only available as a paperback

Get your copy now | Get Marketing Companion also | See more books by this author

In this book you’ll find:

• Six Month Writing Plan
• Checklist for Writing, Publishing & Marketing
• Detailed Independent Publishing Checklist
• Kindle Publishing Checklist
• Resources & Links
• Businesses that sell Michigan Author
• Important Publication Registrations
• Resources to Print the Book
• Book & Business Resource Listings
• Metro Detroit Library Listings
• Michigan American Bookseller Association Independent Bookstore List
• Links to
• Book Review Listings
• African American Book Clubs
• Book Blogger Listings
• U.S. Public Library Listings

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EVENT #MichLit Author, @MichaelEDyson @WCCCDistrict - Northwest Campus #Detroit April 18th hosted by @dabodetroit #motownwriters #literacy

DABO, 12048 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48204

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We Need Your Help to Find the Next Great Michigan Notable Book via @LibraryofMich #michiganwriters #motownwriters #mittenlit #michlit

We Need Your Help to Find the Next Great Michigan Notable Book

by Tim Gleisner, Special Collections Manager, LM In the last Dispatch article, I told you that the Library of Michigan collects Michigan. Not only do we collect books on the state, but every year we choose the best Michigan books. Every year since 1991, a committee of LM staff, booksellers, librarians, and writers from across the state sit down once a month to debate and haggle as to the next set of Michigan Notable Books (MNB). For the final half of the year it is this committee of 13 people who will be reading numerous titles to determine which 20 truly exemplify the best of the best from Michigan this year. So far there have been more than 180 titles requested from various authors and publishers. At this time, we have received multiple copies of nearly 90 titles. Each title focuses on Michigan topics, or has an author who has a connection to the Great Lakes State. With so much that is being published about Michigan it is hard to keep track of it all. Perhaps that next great Michigan title is lurking out there and it has fallen through the cracks? Staff and committee members are diligently keeping their eyes and ears open to any potential title that is out there - combing catalogs, bookstore aisles, and online sources for new candidates. The problem is that there are only so many staff and committee members to go around. The MNB selection committee is only has 13 members. Yet there are 10 million people in our state, 83 counties, and numerous communities. So many local stories being published and too few eyes to find and read them. That is where we need your help. If you happen on that next potential MNB, email librarian@michigan.gov and provide the author, title, and the publisher. With your help we will find that next MNB.

Local Author @Donald_Levin Launch Event! via #PagesPromotion @DPlopa #michiganreaders #detroitreads #motownwriters #mittenlit #michlit

Click here to get tickets : https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/special-events.html

Local Author Launches Newest Novel at Hazel Park Gallery
​May 11, 2019 @ 2pm

Local author Donald Levin is celebrating the release of his sixth Ferndale-based Martin Preuss Mystery, COLD DARK LIES (Poison Toe Press), at a book launch party at the Color & Ink Studio in Hazel Park on SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, from 2 till 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.Local Author Launches Newest Novel at Hazel Park Gallery
​May 11, 2019 @ 2pm

Local author Donald Levin is celebrating the release of his sixth Ferndale-based Martin Preuss Mystery, COLD DARK LIES (Poison Toe Press), at a book launch party at the Color & Ink Studio in Hazel Park on SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2019, from 2 till 4 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Follow the Ticket Link to Pre-Order Your Books!

Click here to get tickets : https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/special-events.html

About Pages Promotions, LLC

Pages Promotions, LLC

Literary Arts

At Pages Promotions, LLC, our passion is supporting Indie Authors!

• Literature

...
Click here to get tickets : https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/special-events.html

About Pages Promotions, LLC

Pages Promotions, LLC

Literary Arts

At Pages Promotions, LLC, our passion is supporting Indie Authors!