We are so excited to share the news that Suzi Banks Baum is offering a writing workshop and a reading of her short story, MAXIE AND HER CAMERA, published in Walloon Writers Review Eighth Edition, Thursday, October 19th at 4:00 p.m. at the Escanaba Public Library.

A great article was shared in Escanaba’s Daily Press announcing the event. Here is the link to the article: https://www.dailypress.net/news/community/2023/09/escanaba-native-returns-for-writing-workshop/ .

 FROM ESCANABA PUBLIC LIBRARY: Award-winning author, and Escanaba native, Suzi Banks Baum, will present a writing workshop and public reading at the Escanaba Public Library October 19th at 4:00 p.m. Writers and literary lovers alike will create short stories from true facts from their own lives. Banks Baum will lead a discussion about writing from life experience and read selections from her newly published story, Maxie and Her Camera, set in the Lakeview Cemetery in Escanaba. The main character, Maxie, is based on the author’s life, with details gathered from growing up in Escanaba. Banks Baum often hears new writers profess they have no idea where to begin. “Begin where you began,” says Suzi. 

(Read more about Suzi Banks Baum in the linked article above!)

“There’s No Place Like Home” is open to ages 12 and above and can be found under “Offerings” on her website or on the Full Calendar at Escanaba Public Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Escanaba Library, the writing workshop offers an exciting opportunity. Bring a journal or paper and something to write with!

Learn more about Suzi, visit her website: https://www.suzibanksbaum.com.

We are so honored that Suzi submitted her story to us to share in our collection of short stories, poetry and nature photography rooted in northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. Walloon Writers Review Eighth Edition with Suzi’s story, is available at Canterbury Bookstore in Escanaba, Snowbound Books in Marquette and several independent bookstores throughout lower Michigan. Please note that Walloon Writers Review is suitable for general audiences and inspired by the natural beauty of this incredible region. Enjoy Maxie and Her Camera and Walloon Writers Review!

Suzi Banks Baum lives in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts. Her writing has been published in Walloon Writers Review Fourth Edition, as well as several other publications.