Upcoming 10am 2nd Saturday Speaker /Workshop Series with #MotownWriters – subscribe for alerts #michlit #mittenlit

Why you should network and learn with other authors and writers

Networking with other writers is a great way to learn from their experiences, get advice on your own writing, and stay motivated. It can also help you make connections that can lead to new opportunities and collaborations. Networking with other writers can also help you stay up to date on the latest industry trends and techniques, and provide you with a support system if you ever feel stuck or overwhelmed. Finally, it can be a great way to make new friends in the writing community who share your interests and passions.

Join our FB Community Now

For the upcoming year, we’ve started to reach out to our member experts to bring in more knowledge to our community

2023 SCHEDULE – TENTATIVE

Jan – Sylvia Hubbard – Sell Book On Your Website – www.sylviahubbard.com/shop

Feb – MandyJo Rindhage – Writing Schedule – making them and using tech to help you write better https://mandyjo.live

March – Lev Raphel – How to do a killer reading. Learn skills and planning most writers/authors aren’t ready to do. http://www.levraphael.com/

April – Tess Combs – Holistic creativity -involving your whole self in creativity endeavors to optimize outcomes https://linktr.ee/teshellecombs

May – (OPEN)

June – Pamela Hillard Owens

July – (OPEN)

August – (OPEN)

September – (OPEN)

October – (OPEN)

December – (OPEN)

Maximize Your Messaging: How Authors Can Use Email to Successfully Market Their Books http://teamowens313gcc.com/

If you missed any of these please go into the Motown Writers Facebook group media tab to see if their presentation saved and listen to the video. Subscribe for alerts when our next presentation is coming so you won’t miss anything.

If you’re interested in being a speaker, please contact us

Also subscribe to Motown Writers Network for updates, news and book giveaways – CLICK HERE

The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop: April 29, 2023

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

After successful 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 events in Michigan, Writing Day Workshops is excited to announce The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop — a full-day “How to Get Published” writing event in the Detroit suburbs (Novi) on April 29, 2023.

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 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop! We are very proud of our many success stories where attendees sign with agents following events — see our growing list of success stories here.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – 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 and editor faculty so far includes:

• literary agent Justin Brouckaert (Aevitas Creative Management)
• and many 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 Brian Klems of Writing Day Workshops. E-mail him to register for the event at WritingDayWorkshops@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2023 — at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Novi.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

THIS YEAR’S SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS (APRIL 29, 2023):

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

Need a Promo Post or Story Graphic? Not tech savvy? #motownwriters Let me help.

I understand life is busy and promoting is hard, so let me help you help yourself by creating some quick graphics you can use to help you out.

3 Social Media Book Graphics

Got your Cover, Title, Subtitle & Catchy Got to have it Sentence? Order 3 Book Social Media Promo Posts for your promo needs. Using Instagram standard size of 1080px x 1080px we take your book, brand colors and wordage to put together three different types of promos you can use to post out to your social media. Completely customizable with space to add and you’ll also receive a copy of your transparent files, and a file with the font names & hex color numbers used.

$10 | BUY NOW | FILL OUT FORM

3 Story Book Graphics

Same as above, but in the story standard size of 1080px x 1920px. You’ll receive a copy of your transparent files and a file with the font names & hex color numbers used

$10 | BUY NOW | FILL OUT FORM

Upcoming 10am 2nd Saturday Speaker /Workshop Series with #MotownWriters – subscribe for alerts #michlit #mittenlit

Why you should network and learn with other authors and writers

Networking with other writers is a great way to learn from their experiences, get advice on your own writing, and stay motivated. It can also help you make connections that can lead to new opportunities and collaborations. Networking with other writers can also help you stay up to date on the latest industry trends and techniques, and provide you with a support system if you ever feel stuck or overwhelmed. Finally, it can be a great way to make new friends in the writing community who share your interests and passions.

Join our FB Community Now

For the upcoming year, we’ve started to reach out to our member experts to bring in more knowledge to our community

2023 SCHEDULE – TENTATIVE

Jan – Sylvia Hubbard – Sell Book On Your Website – www.sylviahubbard.com/shop

Feb – MandyJo Rindhage – Writing Schedule – making them and using tech to help you write better https://mandyjo.live

March – Lev Raphel – How to do a killer reading. Learn skills and planning most writers/authors aren’t ready to do. http://www.levraphael.com/

April – Tess Combs – Holistic creativity -involving your whole self in creativity endeavors to optimize outcomes https://linktr.ee/teshellecombs

May – (OPEN)

June – Pamela Hillard Owens

July – (OPEN)

August – (OPEN)

September – (OPEN)

October – (OPEN)

December – (OPEN)

Maximize Your Messaging: How Authors Can Use Email to Successfully Market Their Books http://teamowens313gcc.com/

If you missed any of these please go into the Motown Writers Facebook group media tab to see if their presentation saved and listen to the video. Subscribe for alerts when our next presentation is coming so you won’t miss anything.

If you’re interested in being a speaker, please contact us

Also subscribe to Motown Writers Network for updates, news and book giveaways – CLICK HERE

The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop: April 29, 2023

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

After successful 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 events in Michigan, Writing Day Workshops is excited to announce The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop — a full-day “How to Get Published” writing event in the Detroit suburbs (Novi) on April 29, 2023.

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 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop! We are very proud of our many success stories where attendees sign with agents following events — see our growing list of success stories here.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – 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 and editor faculty so far includes:

• literary agent Justin Brouckaert (Aevitas Creative Management)
• and many 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 Brian Klems of Writing Day Workshops. E-mail him to register for the event at WritingDayWorkshops@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2023 — at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Novi.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

THIS YEAR’S SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS (APRIL 29, 2023):

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

OPEN FOR – Do It Yourself Social Media Workbooks by LaShaunda C. Hoffman @sormag #workbooks #motownwriters #promotionassistance #authorgrowthhacks

Workbooks by LaShaunda C. Hoffman

15 Minute Promotion Workbook

LaShaunda shares tips on how to promote on social media in 15 minute increments

12 Page Digital Workbook

$5.00 15 Minute Promotion Workbook

Rock Your Social Media

Workbook

LaShaunda shares tips on how to use social media with your book promotion.

44 Page Digital Workbook

$10.00 Rock Your Social Media Workbook

Social Media Content

Workbook

LaShaunda shares tips on what type of content to create for social media book promotion.

20 Page Digital Workbook

$5.00 Social Media Content Workbook

Use Your Email For Promotion Workbook/Audio

LaShaunda shares 10 ways to use your email for promotion.

35 Page Digital Workbook

25 Minute Audio

$35 Using Email For Promotion Workbook/Audio

Feb 28 – tonight

Managing a Series w/ Terry Maggert Workshop via Michigan Sisters in Crime

Ever wonder what it takes to create a long running, successful series? REGISTER NOW

Terry Maggert is a bestselling author who is currently working on the 12th installment of a twenty-five book series. He will shares how he keeps plot points straight, keeping ideas fresh, and more.

Register now https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-a-series-w-terry-maggert-tickets-544580865027

check out his books

https://amzn.to/41qp7jw

JOIN MICHIGAN SISTERS IN CRIME FEBRUARY 28TH FOR THE EXCITING PRESENTATION: Managing a Series w/ Terry Maggert

Managing a Series w/ Terry Maggert
Ever wonder what it takes to create a long running, successful series?

JOIN MICHIGAN SISTERS IN CRIME FEBRUARY 28TH FOR THE EXCITING PRESENTATION
register now
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/managing-a-series-w-terry-maggert-tickets-544580865027

facilitator
Terry Maggert is a bestselling author who is currently working on the 12th installment of a twenty-five book series. He will share how he keeps plot points straight, keeping ideas fresh, and more.

Check out his books at this link https://amzn.to/41qp7jw

The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop: April 29, 2023

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

After successful 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 events in Michigan, Writing Day Workshops is excited to announce The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop — a full-day “How to Get Published” writing event in the Detroit suburbs (Novi) on April 29, 2023.

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 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop! We are very proud of our many success stories where attendees sign with agents following events — see our growing list of success stories here.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – 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 and editor faculty so far includes:

• literary agent Justin Brouckaert (Aevitas Creative Management)
• and many 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 Brian Klems of Writing Day Workshops. E-mail him to register for the event at WritingDayWorkshops@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2023 — at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Novi.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

THIS YEAR’S SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS (APRIL 29, 2023):

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

Are you struggling with creating a unique brand for your book to stand out from the crowd? Register for a Virtual workshop on Feb. 16 @ 6 p.m. EST #motownwriters #syllit #writerevent #detroit #michlit

Register Now

Learn how to start with Author and founder of Motown Writers Network, Sylvia Hubbard!, a Detroit author who has published over 55 books, at our virtual workshop on Feb. 16 @ 6 p.m. EST! Sign up: http://eventbrite.com/e/out-of-the-box-branding-ideas-tickets-474300474487

About Facilitator | NonFiction Books by Author || More about Motown Writers Network | Join our FB Group

About Facilitator | NonFiction Books by Author || More about Motown Writers Network | Join our FB Group

Would you like to keep updated to #MotownWriters news, events and free book giveaways? Click here to subscribe

Author’s Guild Survey: Including Black Authors | #motownwriters

Dear Author,

We need your help!

Authorship is facing new kinds of pressure. The book-publishing ecosystem is undergoing historic transformations.

The National Book Club Conference is partnering with the Authors Guild and over 20 other leading author and publishing organizations to support the Guild’s advocacy for working writers. To do that we need accurate, independent information on author related income, and are asking our U.S. resident, published authors in all genres, at all levels of experience and income, to participate in this survey and help map the true economics of authorship in America.

In the past, Black author participation in this survey has been minimal. Let’s be counted.

We will absolutely protect your privacy — your response is completely anonymous, and results will only be shared in aggregate. The survey is being conduucted by an independent book research firm to ensure that the Authors Guild has no access to individual information, as confirmed by the confidentiality agreement signed between [ORGANIZATION]. and the Authors Guild.

If you don’t have income or royalty advance information readily available for 2022 (and 2018 if you were published in that year or earlier), your best estimates are still extremely valuable. You will be able to complete this survey in under twenty-five minutes.

In appreciation for your time you’ll be able to also enter a separate "thank you" drawing hosted by the Authors Guild for one of a hundred $50 Visa gift cards.

Thank you again for your help and support!

Note: To ensure survey confidentiality, please do not share the survey link with anyone else – directly or on social media.

If you’re pressed for time – you can return to the survey at any time within 24 hours. Just re-click the "Take the Author Survey" link below and you’ll automatically be returned to your last question answered.

Take the Author Survey

PS: If you have already completed this survey through another organization’s invitation, we thank you for your help! Your information is fully recorded; please do not take the survey a second time.

See details and the Official Rules here, to enter the Thank You Drawing for a chance to win one of one hundred $50 Visa gift cards you do not need to participate.

Thank you in advance

Sylvia Hubbard

Kensington Art Fair – May 27-29 – Apply today. Metro #Detroit vendor opportunity for authors

please contact for more information

Integrity Shows

PO Box 21667, DETROIT Michigan 48221 United States

or go to https://www.integrityshows.com/

Application Deadline February 26!

• Kensington Metropark Art Fair
• Milford, Michigan (Suburban Detroit)
• Seventh Year
• Drive-up loading, Convenient parking
• Sunshine Artist Top Show
• Beautiful beach front site
• All price points sell
• Best for traditional art and images

Application fee $25, Booths from $425

Rental tents and displays available

Snacks, beverages, booth support

Artists Application- www.is.gd/kart23

Sponsors • Food Booths

Links:

Kensington Art Fair   Palmer Park Art Fair   Stonycreek Art Fair   Belle Isle Art Fair   Funky Ferndale Art Fair   Ann Arbor Holiday Art Fair   Michigan Art Shows

Integrity Shows

PO Box 21667, DETROIT Michigan 48221 United States

Tracking Your Words Without Going Crazy! Workshop #motownwriters 2nd Saturday wsg Tech Savvy, @MandyJo_Author 2/11 10am [virtual] in FB group

facebook.com/groups/motownwriters

Join Now

Join Motown Writers online for our 2nd Saturday meeting with Author Mandy Jo Rindhage as she discusses Tracking Your Words without going Crazy!

About this author

Mandy Jo RindhageAuthor/Entrepreneur

Mandy Jo is an author and a techie. She has published three books in multiple genres with more on the way. Through the years she has been the go to person to help others with technology. Mandy Jo has also been Microsoft Office certified. Now she helps writers with the mysteries of technology.

Social Media Links:

Facebook: @mandyjo830  

Facebook Page: @mandyjoauthor 

Facebook Group: @mandyjoswriters 

Instagram: @mandyjo_author 

Twitter: @mandyjo_author

Website: mandyjo.live

Freebee: https://mandyjo.live/FreeWritingWordCount – free wordcount spreadsheet to keep you on track

Keep up with our news, updates and giveaways by subscribing

Upcoming 10am 2nd Saturday Speaker /Workshop Series with #MotownWriters – subscribe for alerts #michlit #mittenlit

Why you should network and learn with other authors and writers

Networking with other writers is a great way to learn from their experiences, get advice on your own writing, and stay motivated. It can also help you make connections that can lead to new opportunities and collaborations. Networking with other writers can also help you stay up to date on the latest industry trends and techniques, and provide you with a support system if you ever feel stuck or overwhelmed. Finally, it can be a great way to make new friends in the writing community who share your interests and passions.

Join our FB Community Now

For the upcoming year, we’ve started to reach out to our member experts to bring in more knowledge to our community

2023 SCHEDULE – TENTATIVE

Jan – Sylvia Hubbard – Sell Book On Your Website – www.sylviahubbard.com/shop

Feb – MandyJo Rindhage – Writing Schedule – making them and using tech to help you write better https://mandyjo.live

March – Lev Raphel – How to do a killer reading. Learn skills and planning most writers/authors aren’t ready to do. http://www.levraphael.com/

April – Tess Combs – Holistic creativity -involving your whole self in creativity endeavors to optimize outcomes https://linktr.ee/teshellecombs

May – (OPEN)

June – Pamela Hillard Owens

July – (OPEN)

August – (OPEN)

September – (OPEN)

October – (OPEN)

December – (OPEN)

Maximize Your Messaging: How Authors Can Use Email to Successfully Market Their Books http://teamowens313gcc.com/

If you missed any of these please go into the Motown Writers Facebook group media tab to see if their presentation saved and listen to the video. Subscribe for alerts when our next presentation is coming so you won’t miss anything.

If you’re interested in being a speaker, please contact us

Also subscribe to Motown Writers Network for updates, news and book giveaways – CLICK HERE

The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop: April 29, 2023

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

After successful 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 events in Michigan, Writing Day Workshops is excited to announce The 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop — a full-day “How to Get Published” writing event in the Detroit suburbs (Novi) on April 29, 2023.

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 2023 Michigan Writing Workshop! We are very proud of our many success stories where attendees sign with agents following events — see our growing list of success stories here.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

WHAT IS IT?

This is a special one-day “How to Get Published” writing workshop on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – 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 and editor faculty so far includes:

• literary agent Justin Brouckaert (Aevitas Creative Management)
• and many 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 Brian Klems of Writing Day Workshops. E-mail him to register for the event at WritingDayWorkshops@gmail.com.

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW

EVENT LOCATION & DETAILS:

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday, April 29, 2023 — at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Detroit – Novi.

(Please note that this is an in-person event. We at Writing Day Workshops plan both online/virtual as well as in-person events. This next MWW is an in-person event happening in the Detroit suburbs on April 29, 2023. See you there.)

THIS YEAR’S SESSIONS & WORKSHOPS (APRIL 29, 2023):

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE | REGISTER NOW