This just in… young writers from ages 16 to 20 are encouraged to join us at the 2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Writers Symposium for a reduced rate of just $25 which covers the whole day, lunch included! Regular admission is $55 for adults. Either way, register today because attendance is strictly limited to first 65 to sign up.
Saturday, June 21, 2025 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
The 2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Writers Symposium is designed to provide a platform for writers of all skill levels to learn, grow, and connect with fellow wordsmiths. Hurry there are only a few seats left so purchase your tickets today Enjoy the beautifully restored historic Hessel School House, one of the U.P.’s architectural gems. Make it a long weekend and work in a trip to Mackinac Island from St. Ignace (30 miles west) or head up to the Soo (37 miles north) or continue east to Detour (28 miles)
This year’s keynote address is by bestselling author Sue Harrison. A Michigan native, Sue is the acclaimed author of seven bestselling novels, including “Mother Earth Father Sky”, “My Sister the Moon, and Brother Wind”, which comprise the celebrated Ivory Carver Trilogy. Her latest work, “The Midwife’s Touch”, released in February 2023, has been an Amazon bestseller in two categories. Join us as she shares insights from her writing journey.
Attendees will also choose three of the following informative and inspirational breakout sessions:
- Self-Publishing 101: From Manuscript to Marketplace with Debbie Frontiera
- The Power of Less: Crafting Concise, Authentic Poetry with Ellen Lord
- Getting Started with Audibooks with Brandy Thomas
- The Power of Setting: Building Worlds Readers Want to Live In with Joseph D. Haske
- How to Shoot, Write & Self-Publish Your Photo Book with Wayne Pope
- AI for Authors: Writing Smarter, Not Harder with Alpha Vagnetti
Our featured panel discussion lunch topic will be AI & the Future of Writing: Friend, Foe, or Co-Author?
