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Upcoming Events and Workshops:

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

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,

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

Cattale’s Books and Gifts Hosts Three Authors on Small Business Saturday
Catlale’s Books and Gifts in Downtown Brainerd will host three authors on Saturday, November 30 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. The event features authors Julie Jo Larson, Jan D. Payne, and Laura Hern. All three authors currently live in

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

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,

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

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

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

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
Past Events:

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,

Morning With Minnesota Authors at Wadena Library
The Wadena Library will host “Morning With Minnesota Authors” Saturday, November 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will feature Minnesota authors Candace

Facebook Tips and Tricks Class
Facebook Tips and Tricks For Authors Class offered on Wednesday, October 18, 2024 12 to 1 p.m. CST on Zoom. REGISTER HERE For Facebook Tips

Pitching Your Work workshop August 22, 2023
Pitching Your Work, Facilitated by Krista Soukup, Tuesday, August 22 at 6:00 p.m. CT. Whether you’re an artist or small business owner, having a strong

Northwoods Art and Book Festival set Aug. 12 Features Blue Cottage Authors
The Northwoods Art and Book Festival will feature several Blue Cottage Agency authors at their 2023 annual festival, Saturday, August 12 from 9 a.m. to

Workshop for Authors: Bookstores!
Workshop for Authors: Bookstores! Bookstores….Learn how to pitch, partner and promote your book to independent book sellers, the BEST place to buy books! Get your