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S2: E3 – Animals Out There W-I-L-D”: A Bestiary in English and ASL Gloss

Welcome to an insightful journey into the world of “Animals Out There W-I-L-D,” a remarkable work by Raymond Luczak that combines the beauty of nature with the richness of American Sign Language (ASL). This exploration not only highlights the diverse wildlife of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula but also delves into the…
Meet Sue Harrison at Island Books & Crafts in the Soo and maybe take home a friend for life!
Online Memoir Writing Course with Keweenaw Learning Center
Unveiling the Heart of Negaunee: Kathleen Heideman’s Journey Through Poetry

Listen to the full 17 minute interview on Michigan Radio below: In the haunting landscapes of Negaunee, Michigan, writer Kathleen Heideman delves deep into the heart of a mining town, exploring its hidden stories and complex history through her poetry. In her new collection, ‘The Caving Grounds,’ Heideman intertwines…
The “Bad Boy” Conscientious Objectors of WW2 in Germfask, MI
S6: E2 – Lumberjack: Inside an Era in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan / William S. Crowe

Join us as we delve into the rich history of the lumberjack era in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, brought to life through the words of William S. Crowe. Ann McGlothlin Weller, the granddaughter of Crowe, shares insights into her grandfather’s experiences and the community that shaped his life and work. Introduction…
2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Writers Symposium Set for June 21, 2025

CONTACT: Kristy Beyer, Program Director Hessel School House 906-484-1333 office 231-330-4389 cell director@hesselschoolhouse.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Writers Symposium Set for June 21, 2025 HESSEL, MI – Writers, authors, and literary enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The 2nd Annual Upper Peninsula Writers Symposium is set to take place…
Spring Conference Registration is Open!

Mark your calendars for the 2025 UPPAA Spring Conference and simultaneous Young Writers Storytelling Workshop at the Peter White Public Library in downtown Marquette, Michigan. If you’ve never been to our Spring Conference, you’re in for a treat of not only smart, experienced, and helpful speakers but a one-of-a-kind fellowship…
The Lake Superior,Writers Annual Writing,Contest is Open!
U.P. Publishers & Authors Association Announces 8th Annual Dandelion Cottage Award Winners

Celebrating the Best Fiction by U.P. Student Writers MARQUETTE, MI (Feb 28th, 2025)— The Upper Peninsula Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) is extremely pleased to announce the 8th annual Dandelion Cottage Award winners. The award recognizes U.P. student short story writers for excellence in grades 5 – 12. The Dandelion…
S6: E1 – Ellie and the Midwest Goodbye with Nikki Mitchell

Join us as we dive into the enchanting world of Nikki Mitchell’s book, ‘Ellie and the Midwest Goodbye.’ This delightful children’s story captures the essence of heartfelt goodbyes in a uniquely Midwestern way, while also reflecting on the author’s personal experiences and inspirations behind the narrative. Welcome to the…
UPPAA Winter 2025 Newsletter
Join us for the YA Author Panel at the Portage Lake District Library
Announcing the U.P. Notable Book Club 2025!
The Bards of Northern Michigan: Live Poetry Reading Event – April 22, 2025
2025 U.P. Notable Books List honors the year’s best U.P. authors and their books

MARQUETTE, MI (January 2nd, 2025)— the Upper Peninsula Publishers & Authors Association (UPPAA) announces the 6th Annual U.P. Notable Books List this week. UPPAA Notable Books chairman Mikel Classen (Sault Ste. Marie) initiated the effort in 2019 as a response to the lack of representation of U.P. writers in other…
S5: E9 Death’s Door: The Truth Behind Michigan’s Largest Mass Murder with Steve Lehto

In this detailed exploration of the Italian Hall disaster, we uncover the tragic events of Christmas Eve 1913, a pivotal moment in Michigan’s history that profoundly affected the Finnish communities. Steve Lehto’s insights into this mass murder not only shed light on the historical significance of the event but also…
Meet yooper authors at the 6th annual AuthorPalooza in Crystal Falls Dec 14

Meet yooper authors at the 6th annual AuthorPalooza in Crystal Falls Dec 14 from 9:00-noon at the Crystal Falls District Community Library. We have the following authors who will be attending this year, selling and autographing their books!: Anne Dallman, author of Cady and the Bear Necklace and Cady and…
S5: E7 A Nostalgic Lens: Photographs & Essays from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula By Peter Wurdock

Peter Wurdock, an author and photographer, shares his deep connection to the landscapes of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (UP) through his book, “<a href=”https://www.upbookreview.com/2024/05/22/a-nostalgic-lens-photographs-essays-from-michigans-upper-peninsula-by-peter-wurdock/”>A Nostalgic Lens: Photographs & Essays from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula</a>.” His journey from Royal Oak, Michigan, to Newberry, where he now resides with his two adopted greyhounds, weaves…