Writers Workshop: COMBO Ticket
2026-07-10 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Hessel School House – Avery Arts & Nature Learning Center, 3206 West Cedar Street, Hessel, MI, 49745, United States
Friday, July 10 • 9:00 – 5:00 PM
This ticket includes all three sessions of the Writers Workshop Series with book coach, Julie Covert.

Create Your Writing Mini-Trail Guide
Lunch & Learn: Q & A with a Book Coach
Pathways to Publishing

Combo Ticket Price: $110.00, includes lunch
To register call 906-484-1333 or register online.

SESSION 1: Create Your Writing Mini-Trail Guide
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
A 3-hour workshop to help you map a trail plan for your book journey. Would you think to go into an unknown mountain range without camping gear? Without food and water? Without a map? Would you consider starting a business and applying for a business loan without creating a business plan? No? I don’t blame you; it’d be scary, silly, dangerous, or a financial mess. Therefor, give your book the trail plan it deserves. Your book will be more successful if you create a trail plan for your writing journey. In this workshop, we’ll help you hone your message so you write exactly to where you want to go without getting lost in the forest of words. You’ll walk away with actionable steps to help you make sure your pen is going to lead you in the write direction (pun intended) on your writing journey. So, let’s help you create a mini-trail guide for your book.
SESSION 2: Lunch & Learn: Q & A with a Book Coach
12:00 – 1:30 PM (Includes a catered lunch)
What’s a book coach do? Great question! A book coach can help you form and test your book ideas, create a solid structure, help you get through tough spots, and guide you to getting published. Do you have a book in the works, but are stuck and have questions about how to proceed? Have a great idea, but can’t seem to make the structure work? Not sure where to begin or how to end? Whose help do I need – an editor, beta reader, or book coach? During this Q & A session, Julie Covert, book coach and editor at H J Words, will answer your questions about how you can benefit from working with a book coach. We’ll discuss these topics and more to get you excited and motivated to achieve your dream of turning your ideas from your notebooks into a publishable manuscript. Questions can also be submitted in advance. Contact Julie at words@hjwords.com or at 906-430-5854.
SESSION 3: Pathways to Publishing
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
You’ve finished your manuscript. Congratulations! Now what? The obvious answer is “get it published.” Which brings the next question—how? Should you find an agent to sell your manuscript to a publisher? Submit it to smaller presses? Work with a hybrid publisher, or publish it yourself, as an independent? When determining the best route, there are multiple factors to consider: goals, timeline, cost, prestige, reason(s), project management, and life circumstances. What do you need to submit, to whom, when, and how? In this workshop, we’ll examine the three paths to publishing: traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of each, in particular answering questions about royalties, timelines, and costs to help you determine “what’s next.” Don’t drown in the Sea of Overwhelm or be swallowed by the Whirlpool of Scams. Bring your questions and get honest answers to help you navigate your path to publishing your book.

Writers Workshop: Session 2 Lunch & Learn - Q&A with a Book Coach
2026-07-10 12:00 - 13:30
Friday, July 10 • 12:00 -1:30PM

Lunch & Learn: Q&A with a Book Coach
What’s a book coach do? Great question!
A book coach can help you form and test your book ideas, create a solid structure, help you get through tough spots, and guide you to getting published.
Do you have a book in the works, but are stuck and have questions about how to proceed?
Have a great idea, but can’t seem to make the structure work?
Not sure where to begin or how to end? Whose help do I need – an editor, beta reader, or book coach?
During this Q & A session, Julie Covert, book coach and editor at H J Words, will answer your questions about how you can benefit from working with a book coach. We’ll discuss these topics and more to get you excited and motivated to achieve your dream of turning your ideas from your notebooks into a publishable manuscript.
Questions can also be submitted in advance. Contact Julie at words@hjwords.com or at 906-430-5854.
Lunch & Learn Fee: $50.00
To Regsiter, call 906-484-1333 or register online https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=30160

NOTE: Purchase COMBO Ticket if you would like to attend all three sessions.

Writers Workshop: Session 3 - Pathways to Publishing
2026-07-10 15:00 - 17:00
Friday, July 10 • 2:00 – 5:00 PM
Session3: Pathways to Publishing
You’ve finished your manuscript. Congratulations! Now what? The obvious answer is “get it published.” Which brings the next question—how?
Should you find an agent to sell your manuscript to a publisher? Submit it to smaller presses? Work with a hybrid publisher, or publish it yourself, as an independent?
When determining the best route, there are multiple factors to consider: goals, timeline, cost, prestige, reason(s), project management, and life circumstances.
What do you need to submit, to whom, when, and how?
In this workshop, we’ll examine the three paths to publishing: traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing. We’ll discuss the pros and cons of each, in particular answering questions about royalties, timelines, and costs to help you determine “what’s next.”
Don’t drown in the Sea of Overwhelm or be swallowed by the Whirlpool of Scams. Bring your questions and get honest answers to help you navigate your path to publishing your book.
Class Fee: $50.00
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online.
NOTE: Purchase COMBO Ticket if you would like to attend all three sessions.

PAINT & SIP: Lazy River
2026-07-16 17:00 - 19:00
Thursday, July 16 • 5 – 7 pm
(Adults only)
Bring your choice of beverage and a friend as we paint together! Using acrylic painting techniques, artist Karen Mazzoline will guide you through the process of creating your very own lazy riverbed! Learn how to layer and blend colors of lush blues and greens while enjoying a night out with friends! No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided.
To register, call 906-484-1333 or register online.
Class Fee: $40.00

WRITER'S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint
2026-10-01 09:30 - 2026-10-03 16:00
WRITER’S WORKSHOP: Development of a Novel from the Fearless Standpoint with author/educator Joseph D. Haske
October 1-3, 2026
9:30 AM – 4:00 PM each day

Join acclaimed author and educator Joseph D. Haske for an immersive 3-day writers workshop designed to help you break through creative barriers and develop your novel with fearless clarity. Whether you’re at the beginning of your writing journey, tangled in the middle, or polishing a final draft, this workshop offers the tools and inspiration to take your novel to the next level.

What’s Included:

Three Full Days of in-depth instruction and guidance from Joseph D. Haske, a respected novelist and educator.
Hands-on sessions covering narrative structure, character development, plotting, writing routines, revisions, and the path to publication
A welcoming space to connect with fellow writers and share your journey
Lunch/snacks provided each day

$300 per person.

Class size is limited to allow for maximum attention to the individuals attending.

TO REGISTER: Call the Hessel School House at 906-484-1333 or register online

https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=31251&action=ticket&action_ticket=57160
