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Book rec from SBWP member Trisha Baker:

"Genesis Begins Again by Alicia D. Williams. Williams creates a world that many teenagers maneuver. Her skillful writing brings Genesis alive and draws the reader in."

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Did you know Saginaw has a free little Justice Library outside the Saginaw Art Museum? You can borrow books, then return them for others to read! Perfect for summer reading. To find out more or see how you can help, visit: https://t.co/ny5YBqt7jo

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Teachers: here's a book recommendation from Director Helen Raica-Klotz:

"SO YOU WANT TO WRITE by Marge Piercy and Ira Woods is based on a workshops they’ve given and it contains practical advice for learning more about the craft."

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Teachers: Want a fun, free, mini-retreat to focus on your own writing? Come visit one of the Community Writing Center workshops! See schedule at link.

https://t.co/Zitn0EDp6e

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We love good books! Here's one our Director, Helen-Raica Klotz, recommends:
"George Saunders’ book, A SWIM IN A POND IN THE RAIN," is an amazing book on writing, using short stories by Russian authors as a lesson in how to craft effective fiction."
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Teachers: Did you know the Community Writing Center has an online workshop video library with many subjects including creative writing genres, resumes, and publishing? Check it out at the CWC website: https://t.co/OfGqRvPteb

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Check out this book recommendation from SBWP Director, Helen Raica-Klotz:

“THE REFUGEES by Viet Thanh Nguyen is a collection of short stories about the immigrant experience in the U.S. with some memorable characters and striking use of images.

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Another cool opportunity for summer professional development, offered by the Chippewa River Writing Project:

https://t.co/RSk4URuaZs

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Sci-fi book rec from local writer Kelli Fitzpatrick:

“SLEEPING GIANTS by Sylvain Neuvel is a sci-fi novel about huge alien robots discovered on Earth and the team of scientists who make them operate. It’s told as a series of taped conversations.”

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Want some ideas for teaching poetry? Check out this recorded session of teacher @aschoenborn explaining his approaches to teaching poetry in a remote or physical classroom:

https://t.co/IoOxM2w2MA

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What to read next? Here's a book rec from Deb Smith, professor at SVSU:

"WICKED SISTER by Karen Dionne is a tale of suspense. You know from the start who the psychopath is, but the twists and turns still intrigue. (Note: not for kids!)"

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Teachers: you can register for the EMWP Summer virtual Institute: Initiatives in Writing, July 5-22, 2021.

https://t.co/qKslxKCuGR

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Book recommendation from Denise Hill, professor, Delta College:
"INSIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF A CACTUS by Dusti Bowling. The book introduces readers to Aven Green, who was born with no arms, a head of flaming red hair, and a sharp wit."

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Teachers: Looking for some summer PD? Check out these opportunities from the Chippewa River Writing Project:

https://t.co/KYWuQOtfKn

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Book rec from local author Kelli Fitzpatrick:
“AMERICANAH by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is an engaging novel about Ifemelu, a Nigerian woman who immigrates to the U.S. for college. The book explores race and identity via a powerful personal journey.”
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There's still time to register for the virtual Write Across America! This National Writing Project event allows you to "visit" several Writing Projects across the country. See link for details, dates, and sign up.

https://t.co/tKhrBGtQpl

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Book rec from Deb Smith, SVSU professor:
"BIRD BY BIRD by Anne LaMott. This is a book on writing that one of our elementary teachers used as a prompt. 'School lunches' got lots of writing from her students and I write more each time I reread it."
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View the calendar for links for summer PD opportunities! Thanks to our friends @RedCedarWP for sharing.

https://t.co/OMbINvaeVi

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Book recommendation from member Denise Hill of Delta College:
"MAKING COMICS by Lynda Barry is as much about writing as it is about drawing and is more about the process than the finished product."

Photo by @tomhermans on Unsplash!

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Teachers: Here's a great summer opportunity!