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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

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

Author Social Media Engagement Class offered September 18
Social Media Engagement Class Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Noon to 1:00 p.m. CST Social Media is about being “social”-that’s why engaging with others is so important for growing your followers. Learn how to connect, share and engage to grow your

Blue Cottage Presents Workshops for Authors at Miami-Dade Library
Calling all authors or aspiring authors! Join literary marketing consultant of 25 years, Krista Soukup, for insightful workshops on how to create dynamic book presentations, develop a professional brand and select the right editor for you. Ages 18 yrs. +.
Krista Rolfzen Soukup
Publicist and Owner
Blue Cottage Agency was founded by Krista Rolfzen Soukup in 2009. Krista is a literary publicist and Owner of Blue Cottage Agency.
Some Nice Words
“When I needed a publicist to help promote my book, The Lily of the West, I found there were quite a few available, but upon discovering the highly recommended Krista Rolfzen Soukup and Blue Cottage Agency, there was no need to look further. Krista is reliable, creative, ethical and well connected. She personifies that elusive quality of being a straight-shooter who is kind and non-judgmental. She’s been a tremendous help to me and I can’t recommend her highly enough. Simply the best.”
Author The Lily of the West, Five Star Publishing March 2019
Latest News From Blue Cottage Agency

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

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
Latest News From Blue Cottage Agency

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

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