For April 2023, I, Sylvia Hubbard, founder of Motown Writers Network, would like highlight your poetry in our group.
I’d like to post a poem twice a week – at least.
If you could fill out the form, COMPLETELY & ONLY ONCE! so we can make that happen!
In all we’re looking for at least 8 poets but if I get 12 that’s fine.
Thank you in advance.
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Twisted Storytellers Tackle Race and Racism
Friday, April 21st
DETROIT, MI –– The Secret Society of Twisted StorytellersⓇ will tackle race and racism with five storytellers who will tell true, personal stories live onstage. The award-winning, monthly event has received outstanding reviews and has been recognized for its artistic and cultural contribution to Detroit,
“Storytelling is a way for people to learn more about themselves and each other,” says Juanita Moore, president of the Charles H. Wright Museum, which hosts the events. “People coming to these shows experience a feeling of life, growth and excitement through connecting, and that deserves a place to be showcased.”
“I ain’t seen nothing like it,” says Dick Gregory. “Stay in touch with the storytellers. It can heal.”
The Society’s next event “Race” will take place Friday, April 21st, 8PM at The Wright Museum, 315 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201. Rev. David Alexander Bullock, radio host, Frank Joyce, writer/activist, Lucia Kellerman-Eggert, graphic designer, Mayowa Lisa Reynolds, educator and Stewart Shevin, film editor will tell true, personal stories on the theme.
About The Secret Society Of Twisted StorytellersⓇ
The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers has a mission to connect humanity, heal and transform community by providing an uplifting, thought-provoking, soul-cleansing entertainment experience through the art and craft of storytelling.
Tickets: $20 online, $25 @door. For info, tickets and to watch videos, visit www.twistedstorytellers.org or call 313-744-6037.
Media Contact:
Satori Shakoor at 313-744-6037 or via email societyforstorytelling@gmail.com
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#Michlit talks w/Poet, One Single Rose about writing, publishing & marketing poetry, upcoming events and MORE! Listen!
Rosemarie Wilson a.k.a. One Single Rose is an award winning poet, writer, playwright, singer, actress, and a staunch advocate of integrity and fidelity. Her insistence that every day presents an opportunity to live, learn and love positively allows her to motivate others when living throws curves at our existence. Since March 2009, the official release of her first self-published collection of poetry “One Single Rose . . . Poetry Blossomed from a Rose Core,” she has been dubbed an inspirational poet. Her second collection of poetry entitled “One Single Rose…Out of Darkness Into Light,” and her first erotic chapbook “Pearl’s Plays” were released for her birthday in March 2012. One section of Out of Darkness Into Light collection focuses solely on poems requested by her readers.
Website: http://onesinglerose.com/
I was on Facebook and saw there were a lot of literary events that needed to be talked about. I know there are some that are actually not on Facebook or don’t see what I see when you log in, so I decided to create a post about it.
8/11/15
#MichLit #Event 8/11/15 @ 7pm Springfed Writers Contest Winners Read in Birmingham http://ow.ly/QMCmQ #literacy #writing #michigan
8/12/15
8/12, 5:30p ET,
Finance and the Artist – Free financial workshop
Tomorrowat 8/12/15 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Tomorrow · 76°F / 59°F Partly Cloudy
Oakland Avenue Missionary Baptist Church
309 Harper Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48202
https://www.facebook.com/events/118043958531905/
Crystal Reign Brock invited you
“Reading Room” Ice Cream Social
https://www.facebook.com/events/571412659664540/
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Tomorrow 8/12/15
at 6:00pm
Tomorrow · 77°F / 57°F Partly Cloudy
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Detroit Public Library Edison Branch 18400 Joy Rd, Detroit, Michigan 48228
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8/13/15
Anna Clark invited you
https://www.facebook.com/events/562892097184724/
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at 7:00pm
2 days from now · 85°F / 65°F Partly Cloudy
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19560 Grand River Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48223
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8/16/15
3rd ANNUAL POETRY WORKSHOP AND SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
Rosemarie Wilson invited you
https://www.facebook.com/events/1471471069817011/
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at 3:00pm – 5:00pm
5 days from now · 87°F / 67°F Clear
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Jungle Juice Bar – JJB Mich
14929 Charlevoix, Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan 48230
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Also if you are signing up for NanowriMo, please let me know in the comments after you have signed up.
Detroit- Friday, March 21, 2014, The Award Winning Secret Society Of Twisted Storytellers, presents “SOCIAL JUSTICE”, a curated, live storytelling event at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave. Detroit, MI 48201, 8:00-10:30 PM. Doors open @7:30 pm. Real People. True Stories. Told Live. Featuring Twisted Storytellers Commander Dale Brown, Pastor Bill Wylie-Kellermann, Shorty, Aldonna Smith and more…! with Twisted Musical Guests Francine Dent and Twisted Dance Guests Tyra Johnson & Ronald Moore of Marygrove College! Hosted by Moth Mainstage Storyteller & Host, Satori Shakoor. CASH BAR! To join mailing list please text “Stories” to 42828. For info, tickets and to watch videos of past performances, visit : www.secretstorytellers.com
Also, if you or any member of your organization would like to share a story at one of our upcoming events or if you would please recommend someone to share a story we would greatly appreciate the generosity.
If you would haven’t attended one of our events and would like to please contact me via email or phone313-744-6037. I would be happy to make arrangements.
Gratitude!
Satori Shakoor
Producer & Curator
For more information, go to: http://OneSingleRose.com
For more information, go to: http://OneSingleRose.com
For more information, go to: http://OneSingleRose.com
For more information, go to: http://OneSingleRose.com
Willow Writers on Tour at JJB on Oct. 11
via Events.
via Events:Willow Writers on Tour at JJB on Oct. 11 @carrcenter @aquariusPress.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT MANILA BAY CAFE–OPEN MIC POETRY FEATURING:
We hope to see you performing under the Spotlight!
http://www.facebook.com/events/515753281792437/?notif_t=plan_user_joined
via Rosemarie Wilson
IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT MANILA BAY CAFE–OPEN MIC POETRY FEATURING:
We hope to see you performing under the Spotlight!
http://www.facebook.com/events/515753281792437/?notif_t=plan_user_joined
via Rosemarie Wilson
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