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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13TH 2012 • SAUK CENTRE SCHOOL AUDITORIUM |
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SINCLAIR LEWIS 2012 WRITERS CONFERENCE Press Release “I think the Sinclair Lewis Writers Conference in Sauk Centre is one of the best values going in the Midwest. It allows aspiring writers to plug in for a day with well-known authors and fellow book lovers. You’ll learn a lot, and it’s downright fun.” Will Weaver One of the longest-running, most respected writers’ conferences in the upper Midwest is back in Sauk Centre for its 23rd year! The conference has attracted such renowned keynote speakers as Frederick Manfred, Robert Bly, Jon Hassler, Carol Bly, Leif Enger, Bill Holm, Will Weaver, Patricia Hampl, Kevin Kling and Gary Paulsen. This year’s keynote speaker is Don Shelby, Emmy-winning reporter and television anchor, as well as author, playwright and actor. Shelby will be joined by three other professional writers who will share their writing and marketing expertise: Heid Erdrich will discuss the prose poem and its Japanese cousin Both beginning and established writers are invited to attend the conference. Participants will have the chance to hear three different presentations, the keynote talk, and a panel discussion during the day. If you'd like to attend, make your check payable to "Sinclair Lewis Writers Conference" and mail it to Jim Umhoefer; 13 S. 7th Street; Sauk Centre, MN 56378. For conference details contact Jim Umhoefer 320-352-2735. Contact Jim Umhoefer at 320-352-2735 to arrange an interview with any of the presenters.
The Sinclair Lewis 2012 Writers Conference is made possible by the financial sponsorship of the following organizations: The Stearns History Museum, Minnesota National Bank of Sauk Centre, First State Bank of Sauk Centre, Central Minnesota Credit Union, Stearns Electric Association, and the Sinclair Lewis Foundation. The conference is also made possible by a grant from the Central Minnesota Arts Board, through funding provided by the Minnesota State Legislature. Sauk Centre Community Education is a co-sponsor of the event. Click here for a MAP/DIRECTIONS to the Sauk Centre High School and the Palmer House Hotel... |
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