Mike's Writing Workshop & Newsletter

Saturday, August 29, 2009

NYC Poetry Event: Super Heroes & Rockstars!

Super Heroes and Rockstars is an event designed to connect Spokenword with music lovers, the event is held in a rock venue, as opposed to a cafe, At this event the poet becomes the Rockstar.

Super Heroes & Rockstars

Start Time:Sunday, September 6, 2009 at 9:00pm
End Time:Monday, September 7, 2009 at 4:00am
Location:Southpaw
Street:125 5th Ave
City/Town:Brooklyn, NY

Featuring

Ainsley Burrows
JP Justice
Americans UK
Sabrina Gilbert
Lacresha Berry
Shareef Ali
Rain Maker
Gia Linelle
Sean B
Rico Steal
Wordsmith Jones

Fashion by
Color Heritage

Plus a dance battle ... SIQQED VS NEVA SWITCH

The after party has two floors of music...get your ticket today at:

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Friday, August 28, 2009

One of My All-Time Favorite Videos on Writing: Harlan Ellison's Pay the Writer

Warning: Adult Language

Martin Amis on Avoiding Cliches

Writing Prompts of the Day

Write about...

Your favorite song and the singer—or group—that sang it.

Your best friend and worst enemy.

Your boss.

A passed-on loved one.

Your all-time favorite party.

An Evening With Writer George Plimpton

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Thursday, August 27, 2009

Five Great Things You Can Do Today for Your Writing Life

1) Read a great story in your favorite newspaper or magazine and try to figure out what makes it great.

2) Follow award-winning author and New Yorker staff writer Susan Orlean on Twitter (@Susanorlean).

3) Write a three-paragraph pitch about something you're passionate about.

4) Friend a powerful editor on Facebook.

5) Start a blog if you don't already have one.

Good luck!