Rochester Writers

🎄📚 Monday’s plans: holiday shopping, local authors, and a festive evening in Downtown Rochester! Rochester Writers will be at the Downtown Rochester Holiday Expo, Monday, November 9, from 5:00–7:30 p.m. at the Royal Park Hotel! Stop by our table to meet local authors, browse their books, and chat about the stories behind them. You might find your next read or a thoughtful gift for a book lover on your list. 🎁 There’s so much to enjoy throughout the evening: ✨ More than 60 local businesses showcasing products and services ✨ Light refreshments, product demonstrations, and sampling ✨ Door prize drawings ✨ A sneak preview of the Festival of Trees Admission is free. Bring a friend, make an evening of it, and discover what our local community has to offer. 📍 Royal Park Hotel 600 E. University Drive, Rochester 🕔 Tonight, 5:00–7:30 p.m. 📸 A look back at last year’s fun—we can’t wait to welcome you this evening! #RochesterWriters #DowntownRochesterMI #ReadLocal

Give yourself an afternoon to explore your unique voice through prose and poetry. Join Lynne for Finding Your Voice, an intimate, hands-on master class from Rochester Writers with conversation, writing exercises, and time to discover what makes your voice your own. You don’t need to arrive knowing what you want to say. Bring your laptop or notebook and a willingness to explore. ✍️ Saturday, November 7 | 2–5 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester, MI The class is limited to 12 writers, and only a few seats remain. Reserve yours: rochesterwriters.com/finding… #RochesterWriters #FindingYourVoice #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters

Two Saturdays. Two different ways to grow as a writer. Join author and writing coach Lynne Golodner for two intimate, hands-on master classes from Rochester Writers. Each offers a different focus. Choose the one that speaks to you, or join us for both. ✍️ November 7 | 2–5 p.m. Finding Your Voice Through prose and poetry, explore your unique voice and build confidence in expressing it. rochesterwriters.com/finding… ✍️ November 14 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Demystifying Show, Don’t Tell Move from familiar advice to practical techniques. Explore examples, try writing prompts, and learn to transform telling into showing. rochesterwriters.com/demysti… 📍 Both classes take place in downtown Rochester, MI. Each class is limited to 12 writers. Register separately for either or both. #RochesterWriters #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters #RochesterMI

You’ve heard “show, don’t tell.” But HOW do you actually do it? Join Lynne Golodner for Demystifying Show, Don’t Tell, an intimate, hands-on master class from Rochester Writers. Explore examples, try writing prompts, and learn to spot telling in your drafts so you can transform it into showing. Come away with clearer techniques and greater confidence in making your writing stronger and more compelling. ✍️ Saturday, November 14 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester, MI Registration is limited to 12 writers. Reserve your seat: rochesterwriters.com/demysti… #RochesterWriters #ShowDontTell #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters

What might happen if you gave YOUR voice three hours of your attention? Join Lynne Golodner for Finding Your Voice, an intimate, hands-on master class from Rochester Writers. Write, explore, and learn with an author and writing coach who understands that finding your voice is also about learning to TRUST it. ✍️ Saturday, November 7 | 2–5 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester, MI Registration is limited to 12 writers, and seats remain. Reserve yours: rochesterwriters.com/finding… #RochesterWriters #FindingYourVoice #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters

What does YOUR voice have to say? Join Lynne Golodner for Finding Your Voice, a hands-on writing master class. ✍️ Nov. 7 | 2–5 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester Just 12 seats. Claim yours: rochesterwriters.com/finding… #RochesterWriters #WritingWorkshop

We’re looking forward to welcoming you tomorrow for a day of learning, connection, and inspiration. ✍️ Still hoping to meet with a literary agent? We’ve added a few more appointments with Carrie Howland after her schedule filled up. A limited number of agent appointments remain available to registered attendees. Pack your notebook and get ready for a day devoted to your writing. There’s still space available if you’d like to register for the conference. See you at Oakland University tomorrow! 📚 rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritingCommunity

“Show, don’t tell.” You’ve heard the advice. Now learn how to put it to work. Join award-winning author and writing coach Lynne Golodner for a hands-on master class that takes the mystery, and frustration, out of showing. Explore examples, try writing prompts, and learn to make your writing more compelling. ✍️ Saturday, November 14 | 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester Limited to 12 writers. Reserve your seat: rochesterwriters.com/demysti… #RochesterWriters #LynneGolodner #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters #RochesterMI

Your VOICE is what makes your writing yours. Let’s BRING IT to the PAGE. Join award-winning author and writing coach Lynne Golodner for Finding Your Voice, a three-hour master class filled with conversation, writing exercises, and inspiration to help you write with greater confidence. ✍️ Saturday, November 7 | 2–5 p.m. 📍 Downtown Rochester Just 12 seats for this intimate workshop. Claim yours: rochesterwriters.com/finding… #RochesterWriters #FindingYourVoice #WritingWorkshop #MichiganWriters #RochesterMI

Today, October 9, is the last day to register at the regular rate! Join us October 17 at Oakland University for a day devoted to your writing. Fresh ideas, meaningful connections, and people who share your love of words - make room for a day that puts your writing first. ✍️📚 Register today: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritingCommunity

Three literary agents. One day. One room. This October, the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference brings together three working literary agents — Carrie Howland, Linda S. Glaz, and Alice Speilburg — for a full panel discussion and individual 10-minute appointments with registered attendees. Whether you’re ready to pitch, just curious about the publishing world, or somewhere in between — this is a rare opportunity to hear directly from the people who make deals happen. Saturday, October 17, 2026 | Oakland University, Rochester, MI Register: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference

Fresh ideas. New connections. A renewed sense of direction. ✍️ We love hearing what writers take away from the Rochester Writers’ Conference! Join us for a welcoming day devoted to the craft and business of writing—and discover what you’ll take home. Learn more and register at RochesterWriters.com #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritingCommunity

We’re pleased to welcome Kate Crane to the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference on October 17 at Oakland University in Rochester, Michigan. A journalist, editor, and music writer whose work has appeared in Time Out New York, Brooklyn Rail, and publications connected with The Wall Street Journal, Kate brings a rich and varied writing life to the conference. Her investigative memoir, What Ever Happened to Eddy Crane?, explores her father’s 1987 murder and the years she spent seeking to understand it. Along with fellow debut author Sara Maurer, Kate will lead “Obstacles: Partners on the Path to Publication,” a conversation about nonlinear creative journeys, persistence, and learning to see setbacks as part of the work of becoming the writer you are meant to be. For anyone moving toward a writing goal that feels both exciting and daunting, this is a session not to miss. rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #WritingJourney #MichiganAuthors #WritersConference

A full day of writing, learning, and connection is almost here. 📚 Join us for the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Conference on Saturday, October 17, at Oakland University’s Oakland Center. Spend the day exploring craft, publishing, fiction, nonfiction, and the many paths writers take to move their work forward. Come ready to listen, take notes, meet fellow writers, and return to your own work with fresh perspective. Register today: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritingCommunity

Learn from Karen Bell-Brege, Darrin Brege, and Brenda Hasse during the Self-Published Indie Author Panel, a candid conversation about the challenges and rewards of taking the independent publishing path. From production to promotion, the panelists will share their experiences with indie publishing—also known as self-publishing—where authors take full control of the publishing process without working through a traditional publisher. The session includes an attendee Q&A, offering writers a chance to ask questions and gain practical insight into the realities of publishing independently. This panel is open to both fiction and nonfiction writers. Join us Saturday, October 17, at Oakland University for the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference. Register today - Link in comments ⤵ #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference

Settle in, take notes, and spend the day focused on your writing. The Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference brings writers together for practical presentations, fresh ideas, and the encouragement that comes from learning alongside others who understand the work. Join us Saturday, October 17, at Oakland University for the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference. Register today - Link in Comments ⤵ #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference

Learn from Kristin Bartley Lenz as she shares the three revision techniques that elevated her published novels in The Top Three Revision Techniques I Learned from My Agent and Editor. Discover approaches to deepen character development, strengthen “show, don’t tell,” and build accountability into your writing practice. Kristin will also share exercises writers can use at home to continue developing their craft. This session is designed for novice and experienced writers. While it is primarily for novelists, the techniques also apply to short-story and memoir writers. Join us Saturday, October 17, at Oakland University for the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference. Register today: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference

Join Afternoon Keynote speakers Karen Bell-Brege and Darrin Brege, a husband-and-wife author, illustrator, and comedy team known for high-energy, interactive presentations designed to inspire, educate, and entertain. Rochester Writers is pleased to welcome Karen and Darrin back for the 19th Annual Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference on Saturday, October 17, at Oakland University. Register today: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference

Strengthen your writing from the very first page. At the Rochester Writers’ Fall Conference, explore practical revision techniques with Kristin Bartley Lenz and discover what makes an opening page hook readers in Terry Hojnacki’s interactive First Page Critiques workshop. Whether you are revising a manuscript or developing a new project, these craft sessions offer useful insight for fiction, memoir, and short-story writers. Register today: rochesterwriters.com/2026-fa… #RochesterWriters #MichiganWriters #WritersConference #WritingCraft