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Michigan Author’s Debut Novel Receives Rave Reviews

Grandma’s gone. Now Sukey races against time to unravel the mysteries of a puzzling inheritance – a sock drawer – from a grandmother she was forbidden to know. A note and a key to Grandma’s “most precious treasure” sends Sukey on wild adventures with unexpected twists and turns. Will Sukey learn the truth about her grandmother, unlock the questions that will lead to peace, and connect her fragmented family? And, can she find the answers before an estate sale ends everything? Author Sue Agauas’ first full-length novel, Grandma’s Sock Drawer, delivers for readers and receives rave reviews. Continue reading Michigan Author’s Debut Novel Receives Rave Reviews

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Shop Small Saturday Author’s Fair celebrates Michigan Authors

Rochester’s literary scene comes alive during Shop Small Saturday’s Author Fair hosted by the Rochester Hills Public Library, in partnership with Rochester Writers on Saturday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This literary event offers the chance to discover intriguing local authors from a variety of genres. The event will feature a mix of traditionally published and self-published works. Find adventure in a … Continue reading Shop Small Saturday Author’s Fair celebrates Michigan Authors

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Rochester Writers’ Twelfth Annual Fall Conference

“Alive and Well and Writing” is the theme for Rochester Writers’ Twelfth Annual Fall Conference at Oakland University on Saturday, October 19. Focusing on topics that are a part of the writing life, attendees will learn about the latest trends, publishing, and sharing their message. Fiction, nonfiction, and business topics will be presented as lectures, workshops, and panel discussions. This event will feature Michigan authors, speakers, and educators. Literary agents who are seeking talented authors will be available for appointments to review manuscripts for potential publication. Continue reading Rochester Writers’ Twelfth Annual Fall Conference

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Creative Vision Board Workshop – Envision your Author Success! at the Detroit Working Writers Conference

As creators we want to own our craft so that we may succeed with our literary goals. Sometimes the path is less than clear, or we struggle with setting our intentions and reaching our goals. Join me, Sonya Julie, on November 10, 2018 at the Detroit Working Writers (DWW) Annual Conference to learn about the power of creating a vision board to carry forward your … Continue reading Creative Vision Board Workshop – Envision your Author Success! at the Detroit Working Writers Conference

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My Transformative Experience at The Path of Consciousness Spiritual and Writing Retreat

A large hawk circles overhead as the fog shrouds the corridor of trees, their soft autumn hues beginning to blush. I travel through the beautiful mist on this cool October day as I head to the Path of Consciousness Conference and Retreat. My dear friend Weam Namou has created this event from a vision she has had, following the urging of purpose unfolding from her … Continue reading My Transformative Experience at The Path of Consciousness Spiritual and Writing Retreat

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Create Your Vision at The Path of Consciousness

Creative Vision Board Workshop: Envision Your Success!  Join me at the Path of Consciousness Spiritual and Writing Conference and Retreat where I will be doing my workshop on Saturday, October 6, 2018.  The spiritual and writing retreat will allow you to enhance your writing, personal, and business life with the help of various ancient, sacred, and creative teachings, including writing and storytelling. Located in Clarkston, Michigan at a beautiful retreat … Continue reading Create Your Vision at The Path of Consciousness

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Rochester Writers’ 2018 Summer Writing Contest

WRITING CONTEST Call for Entries in the Rochester Writers’ 2018 Summer Writing Contest Categories: Poetry, Flash Fiction, First Page, Colorful Memoir Prizes: Cash Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Places in each category. In addition, Best of Show will receive a complimentary pass to a future Rochester Writers’ Conference. Opens: May 1, 2018 Deadline:  August 1, 2018 Visit Rochester Writers for details Continue reading Rochester Writers’ 2018 Summer Writing Contest

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Creating a Life of Joy and Purpose: Vision Board Workshop with Sonya Julie

A recent interview with Sonya Julie  on the Weam Namou show shares information about making change in our lives, goals, and dreams and how we can bring it into fruition. Namou indicated that “Visualization is one of the most powerful mind exercises you can do. ” Sonya invites people to think about what they’d want to do if they had no limits when she conducts her Vision … Continue reading Creating a Life of Joy and Purpose: Vision Board Workshop with Sonya Julie

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The 9th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference – Michigan’s Best One Day Conference

The 9th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference is Saturday, October 8, 2016. Early Bird Registration is going on NOW (until Sept. 12). Presentations for Fiction, Non-Fiction, and Business of Writing topics. How to Build Your Writing Career Speaking Skills for Writers Online Writing Resources Non-Fiction Book Proposal Getting and Using Book Reviews Magazine Editor’s Panel Writing Credible Law Enforcement Characters Blending Fact and Fiction in your … Continue reading The 9th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference – Michigan’s Best One Day Conference

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The Return to My Creative Self

I have decided that I need to be much more creative. That I need to return to that joyous feeling of creating without expectation. I want to play with clay, paint, and beads. I want to dance, sing, play instruments, write poems, and share my story through art. I loved artistic projects as a little girl. I was never concerned with doing something the right … Continue reading The Return to My Creative Self

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