Miami-Dade Library Author Series with Blue Cottage Agency
Join us in beautiful Miami for two upcoming in person classes for authors and writers. Find Your Path: Book Publishing in Today’s World Tuesday, February 17 6:00pm – 8:00pm Westchester Regional Calling all authors & aspiring writers! Do you dream of writing a book? Join literary marketing consultant Krista Soukup and learn about today’s book industry, […]
Get Ready for Pencil to Paper 2026 Writing Workshop Series
Join us for our 6th annual Pencil to Paper on-line craft workshop series. This class series is geared toward the writer just beginning a work, just finishing, or somewhere in the middle. Together we’ll find ways to tighten your prose, sharpen your story-telling skills, and getting that manuscript to the finish line. Have you ever […]
Cattale’s Hosts Author Book Signing on Small Business Saturday
Cattale’s Books and Gifts in Downtown Brainerd will host authors Jan D. Payne and Julie Guth 11a.m. to 1p.m. on Saturday, November 29 as part of Small Business Saturday. Jan D. Payne will sign copies her new book “Changing Woman’s Hair”, book two in her supernatural thriller Marin Sinclair series. When Marin Sinclair discovers teenager […]
Workshops for Writers and Authors coming up!
Blue Cottage Agency is excited to partner with the following organizations to offer these FREE workshops. Three virtual workshops through Miami-Dade Library system and three in person workshops through the Five Wings Arts Council. All writers are welcome to attend. Please join us! November 4 Author As Speaker Virtually hosted by Miami-Dade Library November 10 […]
Buddy: A True Story of Overcoming Cerebral Palsy, Abandonment and Poverty BOOK LAUNCH CELBEBRATION
Author Jim Roelofs will celebrate the release of his book “Buddy: A true story of overcoming Cerebral Palsy, Abandonment and Poverty” from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 12 at Madden’s Resort’s Parfecto Pizza. The event includes a meet and greet with the author and Buddy, a short presentation at 2:30 and refreshments. Signed […]
Lakes Area Writers Alliance FALL WRITING CONFERENCE 2025
The Lakes Area Writers Alliance Annual Fall Conference, “A Writer’s Roadmap”, will be held October 17-18 at Madden’s on Gull Lake in Brainerd. Calling all Writers! The conference begins with a social on Friday at 7:00 p.m. providing an opportunity for writers to meet and network with fellow writers, published authors and publishing professionals. Saturday […]
Western Writers of America in Amarillo Texas 2025
Each year, Western Writers of America holds its annual convention somewhere in the American West. Members, agents, publishers, editors, and more gather to talk shop, learn, teach, make connections, renew friendships, and enjoy music performed by our members. Join us June 18-21, 2025 for the WWA Convention in Amarillo, Texas at the Embassy Suites Downtown! […]
Three Authors to sign Books at Cattale’s Books and Gifts
Three Minnesota Authors will sign books at CatTale’s Books and Gifts in Downtown Brainerd Saturday, May 17 from 11-1. The event features Jack Kraywinkle, Jan D. Payne and Debbie Russell. All three authors currently live in Minnesota and write a variety of genres. CatTale’s Books and Gifts in Downtown Brainerd will host three authors from […]
Call for Submissions: Lake Country Journal Poetry Contest
Submit a poem to Lake Country Journal Poetry Contest! Calling all writers and poets! All levels and ages of writers encouraged to submit a poem to the Lake Country Journal Poetry Contest. This year’s theme is “The Sweet Life”. Cash prizes! Deadline is May 31, 2025. Poetry Contest Rules The Lake Country Journal Poetry Contest is co-sponsored […]
Pencil to Paper: Going Deeper Workshop Series
Pencil to Paper: Going Deeper Writing Series This class is for anyone with a story to tell, whether you are just beginning or trying to elevate your craft. Polish your skills. Learn the tricks of the trade! Six Week Writing Series to move you forward in your writing, improve your writing skills and connect with […]