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** permission to share with others ** For Immediate Release October 15, 2010 Media Contact: AND Communications Andrea Daniel (313) 468-2459 ad@andcommunicationsllc.com Motown Writers Network Announces 7th Annual Essence of Motown Literary Conference & Jam A Celebration of the Literary Arts in Detroit DETROIT – "Is There A Book In You?" is the theme of the 7th Annual Essence of Motown Literary Conference and Jam, hosted by the Motown Writers Network, in partnership for a second year with the non-profit organization, Detroit Impact.  The conference is November 12 and 13, 2010 and aims to celebrate the literary arts with Detroit area authors, writers and avid readers.  The two-day event is an opportunity for aspiring and established authors and writers to connect with colleagues, peers and most importantly, patrons of their art: readers.  Since 2000, the Motown Writers Network has served as a viable resource and networking organization for writers in the metropolitan Detroit area.  This year is the organization's 10th anniversary. "I'm so excited about this year's conference," says Sylvia Hubbard, founder of the Motown Writers Network.  "The conference has grown so much through the years and this being our 10- year anniversary as an organization just shows that the literary community in Detroit is alive and hungry for resources.  And that's what we strive to bring."  Presenting at the conference are such notables as New York best-selling author, publisher and visionary, Relentless Aaron and Detroit urban music author, Chris Campbell.  The event will also feature literary experts, publishers for pitching sessions, workshops, and awards.   The conference host partner, Detroit Impact has supported the Motown Writers Network since its inception, according to Calvin Colbert, executive director.   "Sylvia and I go way back," says Colbert.  "Years ago, she volunteered with us as a young mother, bringing her children with her.  She shared her dream to have the Motown Writers Network and we've seen her dream come true. So, definitely, we're one of her strongest supporters.  Writing and reading are very important parts of our programs at the Detroit Impact Center and we encourage those efforts every opportunity we can."  For parents who want to attend the conference, there will be a Literary Kids Zone with activities for children and youth.  Many of the conference activities are of no charge to attendees. The two-day schedule for the 7th Annual Essence of Motown Literary Conference & Jam is as follows: Friday, October 12 Poetry Night, hosted by Poetry, Pages and Scribes and EchoVerse Entertainment (Free) 6:00-9:00 p.m. Detroit Impact Center 9930 Greenfield Detroit, MI  48227 Featuring: ·         Featured poets TBA ·         Limited open mic Saturday, October 13 Essence of Motown Literary Conference (Fee & Free Activities) 8:00-9:30 a.m. - Registration 9:30-6:00 p.m.  - Activities Northwest Activities Center 18100 Meyers Detroit, MI  48235 Featuring: ·         Workshops ·         Vendor Marketplace ·         Writers Luncheon ·         Keynote Address by Relentless Aaron ·         Author-Readers Panel ·         Literary Awards ·         Literary Kids Zone There will be an Essence of Motown Literary Conference After- Affair following the conference with Detroit jazz saxophonist, Yancyy and a special guest spoken word artist, Brook Blander, at 7 p.m.  The location will be the Pub Rub Restaurant located on Adams and Woodward in Downtown Detroit. Over the past seven years, more than 1,500 authors, writers and readers have gathered to celebrate the literary arts in Detroit and to strengthen literacy in metro Detroit.  To that end, conference attendees are encouraged to bring teen and adult books to the conference, which will be donated to the Detroit Impact Center's Youth Library and Pro-Literacy of Detroit. Sponsors of the 7th Annual Essence of Motown Literary Conference & Jam include Penguin Books (New York), Rolling Out Magazine, Miller Design Studio and HubBooks. For information on tickets, sponsorship and vendor opportunities, please visit www.essenceofmotownlitconference.com, or call (313) 289-8614.  You can also send an email to motownwriters@yahoo.com. Sylvia Hubbard Author, Blogger and Founder of Motown Writers Network & The African American Electronic Literary Network Author of Romance & Suspense and Internet Marketing for Writers & Business NOW AVAILABLE: Secrets, Lies and Family Ties order your copy now Coming Soon: Tanner's Devil www.redrosepublishing.com