Picture Book Mentorship Competition: Submission Window between April 1st through 22nd ! @SCBWIMichigan ‏ #motownwriters #michlit

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Hello reader, writer, and illustrator friends! One of our Mitten Blog goals for 2019 is to take time for vacations! Instead of scheduling and scrambling, we’re simply shutting down for a week or two, here and there. Our blog will be quiet for the rest of March while we spend time with family, travel, work, and play. But, we want to leave you with a very important reminder:

The submission window opens on April 1st for the first of our two SCBWI-MI Picture Book Mentorship Competitions. 

read more http://scbwimithemitten.blogspot.com/2019/03/picture-book-mentorship-competition.html

The Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers presents MAMA! May 17th @twistedtellers #michiganreaders #detroitreads #michlit #motownwriters

REAL PEOPLE TRUE STORIES TOLD LIVE MAY 2019 FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2019 8PM EST The Wright Museum 315 E. Warren Avenue Detroit, Michigan 48201 MISSION STATEMENT The Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers has a global mission to connect humanity, heal and transform community and to provide an uplifting, thought-provoking, soul-cleansing entertainment experience through the art and craft of storytelling. The Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers – “AIN’T I A WOMAN?” – Allo Greer a Michigan 501(c) nonprofit organization CLICK HERE TO DONATE! THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT! The Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers – “AIN’T I A WOMAN?” – Lamar Anthem   Subscribe & Download SEASON TWO “TWISTED STORYTELLERS”PODCAST, WDET 101.9 Thank you!   CLICK, LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE NOW!  CLICK & WATCH “BREAKING DOWN The NEWS” LIVESTREAM!     Producer & Host Satori Shakoor           MEDIA SPONSOR               SHOP AWESOME EXHIBITORS, ARTISANS & VENDORS!   GET EVENT TICKETS NOW!   Featuring Twisted Storyteller   DR. ROSE MOTEN Twisted Musical Guest NIKKI THOMAS     Twisted Dance Guests 12M DANCE COMPANY THANK YOU!         Upcoming Events   Save The Dates!  2019 SEASON! Friday, May 17, 2019 Friday, June 21, 2019 Friday, July 19, 2019 Friday, September 20, 2019 Friday, October 18, 2019 Friday, November 15, 2019 Friday, December 20, 2019 Thank you for your continued support!

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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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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

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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.

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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).

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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!

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With the Fire on High May 7, 2019

by Elizabeth Acevedo

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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.

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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

Where are you going to be on #BookstoreDay April 27, 2019? Michigan Bookstores already signed up to participate via @BookstoreDay #michiganwriters #michlit #detroitreads

What is Independent Bookstore Day?

Independent Bookstore Day is a one-day national party that takes place at indie bookstores across the country on the last Saturday in April.  Every store is unique and independent, and every party is different. But in addition to authors, live music, cupcakes, scavenger hunts, kids events, art tables, readings, barbecues, contests, and other fun stuff, there are exclusive books and literary items that you can only get on that day. Not before. Not after. Not online.

To see past exclusives, check out our archives.

Why are we celebrating independent bookstores?

read more http://www.indiebookstoreday.com/

Bookstores: find out how you can participate!

Michigan bookstores already signed up

 

• Book Beat
• Book Nook & Java Shop
• Book Suey
• Bookbug
• Books & Mortar
• Brilliant Books
• Epilogue Books
• Fenton’s Open Book Llc
• Forever Books Llc
• Horizon Books
• Island Books And Crafts
• Literati Bookstore
• Pages Bookshop
• Readers World
• Schuler Books
• Snowbound Books
• The Bookman
• Between The Covers

 

 

Glen Lake: Writing Camp Heaven! #Peninsula #Writers June 15-22, 2019 #michiganwriters #michlit

Glen Lake: Writing Camp Heaven!

Next Summer Retreat at Glen Lake: June 15-22, 2019

View or Download: Glen Lake Retreat 2019 brochure in PDF format for all the details and registration information.

Every June, PW members have the opportunity to attend a week-long writing conference/retreat at Villa Glen, on the shores of Glen Lake.  For many members, this is the highlight of the PW experience: writers have opportunities to discuss their craft with others who share their passion, daily small group meetings offer help and support with specific pieces of writing, large group gatherings build camaraderie, and ample time for writing is always provided.  Several small, optional craft talks by members are offered throughout the week.  And there are many opportunities for informal discussion and activities.

 

In addition, each conference presents a professional writer as a keynote speaker; back for the 2017 keynote is poet Mary Ann Samyn.  In recent years, presentations from Laura Kasischke, Jack Driscoll, Heather Sellers and Gerry LaFemina have stimulated thought and discussion—and writing.  Also, each conference ends with a “read-around,” a gathering allowing a chance for everyone to hear a small sample of each writer’s work.

 

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Interlochen Center for the Arts Summer Writers Retreat.

The retreat runs from June 10-13, 2019.

This year, Interlochen is offering a number of great focus areas, including: People, Places, Prose; Shaping the Raw Material of Family History; and Getting Your Story on the Page.

For complete registration information about the Interlochen Writers Retreat, click here.

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

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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.

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Meet us tomorrow Metro #detroit #writers, authors & poets: #MotownWriters Monthly @Meetup wsg @TenitaJEditor #michiganwriters @DetroitLibrary – Main

#MotownWriters Monthly @Meetup wsg @TenitaJEditor

Saturday, Apr 13, 2019, 10:00 AM

Location details are available to members only.

9 Writers Attending

(Please forward this to a friend and bring several friends with you.) See ya Sat and please bring a donation to help us out. Also bring your literary challenges, new books to announce and achievements. Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and authorpreneur, Tenita C. Johnson. Perfecting manuscripts for hundreds of best-selling a…

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About speaker

Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and authorpreneur, 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. As the founder and CEO of So It Is Written, LLC, Tenita collaborates with industry professionals to take manuscripts to the marketplace, positioning authors for success in the literary world. 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, empowering them to create their own writing/editorial business and thus, develop multiple streams of income.

To connect with Tenita, visit SoItIsWritten.net or email info@soitiswritten.net.

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

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

JUL 18 – 21 Urban Playwrights United 10 Year Reunion by Urban Playwrights United via @VanessaLynn1 #michiganwriters #motownwriters

Register now

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/urban-playwrights-united-10-year-reunion-tickets-53198641569?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

DATE AND TIME

Thu, Jul 18, 2019, 7:00 PM –

Sun, Jul 21, 2019, 2:00 PM EDT

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LOCATION

The Emerald Room

23795 Van Dyke Avenue

Center Line, MI 48015

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DESCRIPTION

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.

Full Registration is just $350.00 and includes all scheduled activities and one ticket to the Gala Dinner also includes free submission to the film and play showcases and one reunion T-shirt.

For more information about event, organizer, payments plus to Register now, go to:

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BUILD LITERACY WITH UNITED WAY THIS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK @unitedwaySEM #michiganreaders #detroitreads mittenlit #michlit #motownwriters March13th #detroit #books #literacy

This April, United Way for Southeastern Michigan is celebrating National Volunteer Week (April 7-13) with a community project that aims to build childhood literacy and encourage daily reading habits that can contribute to lifelong success.

On April 13, United Way volunteers will pack bookboxes at Focus: HOPE.

Building on tradition

Volunteerism is a crucial, year-round part of what we do at United Way.

Our Seasons of Caring initiative offers a new way to give back every season. This spring, the focus will be on early childhood education and literacy.

In 2018, 7969 volunteers donated 22,907 hours to 483 projects. During National Volunteer Week alone, 402 people volunteered for a total of 925 hours. That’s an impact of $22,317 in donated labor.

Every year during National Volunteer Week, United Way for Southeastern Michigan celebrates volunteerism. When we bring corporate partners and individual volunteers together, we can tackle tough challenges and build stronger communities.

 

read more https://unitedwaysem.org/blog/build-literacy-with-united-way-this-national-volunteer-week/

National Library Week | Emerging Writers Presents: Local Writers LIVE wsg Author, Sylvia Hubbard #michlit April8th #AnnArbor

When: Monday April 8, 2019: 7:00pm to 8:30pm Where: Westgate Branch: West Side Room Description: Join us for an evening with six, local published authors doing short readings from their books, and have a chance to chat and buy their books too! Sylvia Hubbard with her book “Beautiful“.  Find the answers wrapped around suspense, drama, and erotic romance in “Beautiful”, Author Sylvia Hubbard’s 40th Novel.  Detroit Author & Founder of Motown Writers, Sylvia Hubbard has published over 40 books on suspense romance. As an avid blogger, Sylvia has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, plus has had five #1 Bestsellers. She has spoken all over the U.S. & Canada on literary, blogging & busy mom subjects. Other Authors presenting are: Linda Jeffries with the adult fiction novel, “We Thought We Knew You” and V.W. Shurtliff with the Teen novel, “Setting the Record Straight“. Brooke Borton with her poetry collection, “Mutter”. Callie R. Feyen with her memoir, “Twirl: My Life with Stories, Clothes, and Writing” This is part of the monthly Emerging Writers Workshops, which offer support, learning, and advice for local authors. Do you have a completed manuscript? Consider submitting it to the library’s imprint Fifth Avenue Press.

Copyright © 2019 Motown Writers Network / HubBooks, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you’d love to know updates from the author, Sylvia Hubbard Our mailing address is: Motown Writers Network / HubBooks 18640 Mack Avenue PO Box 36825 Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236-9998

You’re invited #MotownWriters Monthly @Meetup wsg @TenitaJEditor #michiganwriters

#MotownWriters Monthly @Meetup wsg @TenitaJEditor

Saturday, Apr 13, 2019, 10:00 AM

Location details are available to members only.

9 Writers Attending

(Please forward this to a friend and bring several friends with you.) See ya Sat and please bring a donation to help us out. Also bring your literary challenges, new books to announce and achievements. Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and authorpreneur, Tenita C. Johnson. Perfecting manuscripts for hundreds of best-selling a…

Check out this Meetup →

About speaker

Authors worldwide write better thanks to editorial guru and authorpreneur, 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. As the founder and CEO of So It Is Written, LLC, Tenita collaborates with industry professionals to take manuscripts to the marketplace, positioning authors for success in the literary world. 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, empowering them to create their own writing/editorial business and thus, develop multiple streams of income.

To connect with Tenita, visit SoItIsWritten.net or email info@soitiswritten.net.

Support in advance and purchase this author’s books now

Marriage Uncut II: Straight Talk, No Chaser

Grammatically Incorrect: When Commas Save Your Sentences & Your Reputation

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