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Sunday, June 30, 2019
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Thursday, June 27, 2019
#RedInkConference wsg @TenitaJEditor @CynthiaLHatcher @SylviaHubbard1 @penofthewriter Aug17th in Chicago | Spend a weekend away from Michigan & Join us to grow in your literary endeavors
Over 500 Authors Attended The Red Ink Conference … And Now Many of Them are Bestsellers!
Chicago, IL—From sold-out audiences in Detroit three years in a row, to packed rooms
in both Atlanta and Charlotte, The Red Ink Conference is taking the literary map by storm!
And Chicago is next on the map! Whether you’re an aspiring author with only a creative
idea for a book, or you have 20+ books published, and you’re ready to take your books to the
next level, this is the conference for you! This one-of-a-kind conference empowers attendees to
write, edit and market their next bestseller—at a fraction of the cost. It all takes place in Oak
Brook, IL at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Suites on Saturday, August 17, 2019, from 8 a.m. to
5 p.m. Attendees can expect a time of not just quality information, food and fun—but they will
also experience on-screen editorial exercises, writing prompts, professional headshots, quality
networking and an industry-specific vendor showcase!
Collectively, conference speakers, Tenita “Bestseller” Johnson, Valerie J. Lewis
Coleman, Cynthia Hatcher and Sylvia Hubbard-Hutula have over 30 years of industry experience
and run successful businesses that support indie authors nationwide. Attendees will learn new,
innovative information that will position them to build a solid platform as an authorpreneur and
speaker. Complete with information on marketing, crafting a solid professional bio and book
synopsis, as well as self-publishing industry secrets that save authors both time and money in the
publishing process, writers will leave inspired to take their book from the page to the stage and
beyond—allowing them to develop a six-figure income, even if they just have one book!
General admission tickets are only $129; VIP admission tickets are only $199! VIP
attendees receive an on-site professional photo shoot, as well as preferred seating, swag bags and
more! General admission cost after July 1 goes up to $229. There is also a student rate. Limited vendor space is also
available. To purchase tickets, visit The Red Ink Conference. For interviews or more
information, please contact Tenita Johnson at redinkconference@gmail.com, or 313.999.6942.
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About the Organizer
Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and author, Tenita C. Johnson.
Perfecting manuscripts for hundreds of best-selling authors, she’s on a mission to end the
prominent everyday abuse of the English language and rectify punctuation pet peeves. Well
known by many as a human spell check, noun nerd and grammar police, she proudly wears the
badge of honor to correct and serve. Dubbed the editor’s editor, Tenita hosts the annual Red Ink
Conference to empower aspiring authors to write from the editor’s point of view to save time and
money in the self-publishing process. She positions writers as experts in the industry serving
them to create their own writing/editorial business and multiple streams of income.
To connect with Tenita, visit SoItIsWritten.net or email info@soitiswritten.net.
REGISTER NOW
Wednesday, June 26, 2019
Short Story Fiction Writing Contests from PAGES PROMOTIONS, LLC #motownwriters #writingcommunity #michiganwriters
https://www.dianakathrynplopa.com/writing-contests.html
We’re looking for short fiction stories!
Think you can write a winning story in 1,500 words or fewer? Enter the Creative Light Writer's Guild Short Story Contest for your chance to win a paid enrollment in the next Rochester Writer's Conference, Restaurant and Movie Gift Cards, and Publication in our next edition of The Center Piece Magazine!
For more information and to enter, click here
Have you written a book and aren't sure what the next step is? Or have you self-published but can't seem to get your work noticed? #michiganwriters #motownwriters July1st Workshop
7/1/2019 6:30pm
Clinton-Macomb Public Library -Main Library
http://sylviahubbard.com/events
#Authorpreneur #michiganwriters #motownwriters #michlit
RSVP: http://dld.bz/h6UAd=
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
New Michigan Writing Groups added to our #MotownWriters sidebar | Add yours #noexcuse #michlit #michiganwriters #writingcommunity
#MichLit Monthly @Meetups
Auburn Hills Writing Meeting – Every 2nd Thursday – Contact Host for more – RSVP next meetup
Freelance Market Place & Rochester Writers – Every 3rd Tuesday – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
Motown Writers Meeting – Every 2nd Saturday – Contact Host for more info – RSVPnext meetup
Pen & Tablet Writers – Every 4th Saturday – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
The Detroit Script Writers – 2nd Thursday – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
AWAOA Metro Detroit Chapter – 3rd Tuesday – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
AWAOA – Flint Trailblazers – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
AWAOA – Flint Chapter – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
AWAOA – Sterling Heights Chapter – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
Filmmakers UNITE – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
Barnes and Noble Writer's Exchange
5275 Harvey St, Muskegon, MI 49444
Contact Store for Next Meetup
Grand Rapids Region Writers Group
Meetings are held on the 2nd Saturday of the month, starting at noon located at Peppino's Sports Grille, 1515 Eastport Drive, Kentwood.
Mid-Michigan MEETINGS
2nd & 4th Monday's of each Month
6:30 P.M.
West Branch Public Library
(Community Room Downstairs)
119 N. Fourth Street
West Branch, MI 48661
Ludington Writers Group
meets at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts (107 S Harrison St, Ludington, MI 49431), inside Judith Minty Room 202
Contact Group for next meetup
3rd Monday. RSVP next meetup
Shiawassee Area Writers
Monthly Meetups: 1st Tues at Vernon Library & 4th Thurs at Corunna Library
Contact Group for more info
Creative Writing Workshops of Sterling Heights
Contact Group for more info
Metro Detroit Writing Workshop – Every week on Wednesday in Allen Park – Contact Host for more info – RSVP next meetup
Metro Southeast Michigan Poetry Meetup – Contact Group for more info
Oakland Area Writers Collective – Contact Group for more info
Write On, Ann Arbor! – Meet every other week – Contact Group for more info
Plymouth Writers Monthly Meeting- Every 1st Wednesday of the month – Contact Group for more info
Lake St. Clair Creative Writers -Meet Twice a month – Contact Group for more info
Would you like to add your Michigan Writing Group? Contact us
To find more writing groups in Michigan, #RallyofWriters puts together also a good list.
Holton Branch Library Author meet and greet July 27th 9am to Noon @MADLtweets #michiganwriters #detroitreads #michlit #motownwriters
SAVE THE DATE!
Readers please come out, support local authors and strengthen Michigan's Literary Community
Saturday, June 22, 2019
Michigan Sisters in Crime Newsletter June 2019 via @mi_sinc #motownwriters Events & Updates
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Friday, June 21, 2019
Please join St. Clair Shores to host first literary walk: Event's founder, @MLLIEBLER says literature is accessible to everyone@ginaljoseph
So, it comes as no surprise that he would organize and host the first annual St. Clair Shores Literary Walk by the Lake at Wahby Park, June 22 from 11:30 to 3:30 p.m.
"I started a literary walk 12 years ago in Chelsea," Liebler said, of the first event that brought nationally and locally-renowned authors together in order to highlight the power of literature and poetry in everyday life.
During the event attendees walk through the city and stop at various locations to hear readings. "If you've ever been to Chelsea you know it has lots of art galleries, cafes and of course, a great library," Liebler said. "It was the perfect city for something like this."
People also loved the idea.
read more here
Schedule of authors for June 22 include:
11:30 a.m.The start of the inaugural walk features music by the Batesville Memorial Library Ukulele Club and readings from members of the SCS Library Poetry Club including: L. Bush, Mark Morgan, Debbie Benedic, Andy Vinstra, Yvonne Vinstra and Sharon Franco.
12:30 p.m.
Feature readings by Cindy Hunter Morgan, a Michigan poet and Michigan Notable Book Award author of "Harborless" and Diane DeCillis, Detroit poet and Michigan Notable Book Award author of "No Strings Attached."
1:30 p.m.
Walkers will be treated to readings by Jenifer DeBellis, "Pink Panther Mag" editor, aRIFT Warrior Project director and author of "Blood Sisters"; Dwight "Skip" Stackhouse, poet, writer and Kresge Fellow and K. Michele Moran, an award-winning poet and Detroit area journalist.
2:30 p.m.
Attendees will be treated to the works of nationally-renowned authors Maria Mazziotti Gillan and Anne Finger.
The SCS Literary Walk is presented by the Detroit Writer's Guild, Michigan Council for Arts and Culture, Friends of the SCS Library, SCS Cultural Committee, SCS Library and John M. Steinberg & Associates of SCS.
This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for sale and signing.
read more here
to the public. Books will be available for sale and signing.
Have you written a book and aren't sure what the next step is? Or have you self-published but can't seem to get your work noticed? #michiganwriters #motownwriters July1st Workshop
7/1/2019 6:30pm
Clinton-Macomb Public Library -Main Library
http://sylviahubbard.com/events
#Authorpreneur #michiganwriters #motownwriters #michlit
RSVP: http://dld.bz/h6UAd=
You're invited to join #MichLIt Author Beverly Jenkins & more at #BookBeat #Bookstore @authorMsBev #michigan #literaryevents #detroitreads #michiganreaders #amreading
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Wednesday, June 19, 2019
JUL 18 Urban Playwrights United 10 Year Reunion by Urban Playwrights United via @VanessaLynn1 #michiganwriters #motownwriters
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-playwrights-united-10-year-reunion-tickets-53198641569?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
DATE AND TIME
LOCATION
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-playwrights-united-10-year-reunion-tickets-53198641569?aff=ebdssbdestsearchDESCRIPTION
Can you believe it's been 10 YEARS! Through these years UPU has literally changed the lives of hundreds of creatives, through relationships, encouragement and life long bonds that cannot be broken. We want EVERYONE to come join us in the Motor City to reflect, enjoy and do what we do best of all...CREATE!
Festivities begin Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 7pm and conclude on Sunday, July 22, 2019 at 12pm noon.
Some of the Anniversary activities include:
Network Mixer
Short Film Showcase
Short Play Showcase
Tour of Detroit
Industry Panels
Writing Masterclass
Industry Town Hall
Two Minute Play Competition
Outdoor Picnic (family reunion style)
10 Year Anniversary Gala
Awards Ceremony
Reunion T-Shirt
Entertainment and MORE!
Host hotel will be The Hampton Inn, 32035 Van Dyke, Center Line, MI. Group Room Rate is $139.00 per night for Double Queen or Single King. $159 per night for Suite. Free breakfast, free parking.
TRANSPORTATION will not be provided to and from scheduled events. Transportation is only available for the Detroit Guided Tour.
VERY LIMITED SEATING. RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-playwrights-united-10-year-reunion-tickets-53198641569?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Pages Promotions Book Festival: June 22, 2019 #MotownWriters @SylviaHubbard1 Attending! Join us! via @DPlopa #MichLIt #DetroitReads #PagesProBookFest #indieBooks
BOOKFEST LOCATION: The Hilton Garden Inn is located at 200 Wilshire Drive, Troy, MI
48084, with ample parking for both authors and readers. It’s just a stones throw west of I-75.
Please be mindful of the I-75 construction and allow plenty of travel time to get there.
The Hilton Garden Inn is a wheelchair accessible, non-smoking facility. Service animals are welcome.
BOOKFEST ADMISSION: Admission to attend the Summer Indie Author Book Fest is FREE!
We encourage readers of all ages to attend. We ask that children under the age of 16 years old
be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For more information, please go to:
Four more days left to sign up to #DetroitWorkingWriters JUN 29 Writing Workshop: "The Ten Ingredients That Go into Making a Short Film"
Register Now |About Detroit Working Writers
Register Now |About Detroit Working Writers
Date And Time
Location
Register Now |About Detroit Working Writers
Description
Monday, June 17, 2019
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.
Everything a Michigan Author needs to start your writing, publishing & marketing journey but were afraid to ask, couldn’t find or didn’t know
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
#RedInkConference - Time to Grow! Have you registered? @TenitaJEditor #motownwriters #literary #authors #books #publishing
Over 500 Authors Attended The Red Ink Conference … And Now Many of Them are Bestsellers!
Chicago, IL—From sold-out audiences in Detroit three years in a row, to packed rooms
in both Atlanta and Charlotte, The Red Ink Conference is taking the literary map by storm!
And Chicago is next on the map! Whether you’re an aspiring author with only a creative
idea for a book, or you have 20+ books published, and you’re ready to take your books to the
next level, this is the conference for you! This one-of-a-kind conference empowers attendees to
write, edit and market their next bestseller—at a fraction of the cost. It all takes place in Oak
Brook, IL at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Suites on Saturday, August 17, 2019, from 8 a.m. to
5 p.m. Attendees can expect a time of not just quality information, food and fun—but they will
also experience on-screen editorial exercises, writing prompts, professional headshots, quality
networking and an industry-specific vendor showcase!
Collectively, conference speakers, Tenita “Bestseller” Johnson, Valerie J. Lewis
Coleman, Cynthia Hatcher and Sylvia Hubbard-Hutula have over 30 years of industry experience
and run successful businesses that support indie authors nationwide. Attendees will learn new,
innovative information that will position them to build a solid platform as an authorpreneur and
speaker. Complete with information on marketing, crafting a solid professional bio and book
synopsis, as well as self-publishing industry secrets that save authors both time and money in the
publishing process, writers will leave inspired to take their book from the page to the stage and
beyond—allowing them to develop a six-figure income, even if they just have one book!
General admission tickets are only $129; VIP admission tickets are only $199! VIP
attendees receive an on-site professional photo shoot, as well as preferred seating, swag bags and
more! General admission cost after July 1 goes up to $229. There is also a student rate. Limited vendor space is also
available. To purchase tickets, visit The Red Ink Conference. For interviews or more
information, please contact Tenita Johnson at redinkconference@gmail.com, or 313.999.6942.
###
About the Organizer
Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and author, Tenita C. Johnson.
Perfecting manuscripts for hundreds of best-selling authors, she’s on a mission to end the
prominent everyday abuse of the English language and rectify punctuation pet peeves. Well
known by many as a human spell check, noun nerd and grammar police, she proudly wears the
badge of honor to correct and serve. Dubbed the editor’s editor, Tenita hosts the annual Red Ink
Conference to empower aspiring authors to write from the editor’s point of view to save time and
money in the self-publishing process. She positions writers as experts in the industry serving
them to create their own writing/editorial business and multiple streams of income.
To connect with Tenita, visit SoItIsWritten.net or email info@soitiswritten.net.
REGISTER NOW