How to Write a Book in a Day

Schedule

Sun Apr 26 2026 at 10:30 am to 04:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Michigan Central Station East Entrance | Detroit, MI

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Join The Detroit Writing Room for a one-day intensive workshop to get you started…and published!
About this Event

Your book is calling louder than ever.

Answer the call, finally, with a day-long experience that will inspire and instruct you with everything you need to know to write, publish and promote a great book.

Author, publisher and Detroit Writing Room coach Elizabeth Ann Atkins will teach you how to write your book in a day.

As the bestselling author of over 70 books and CEO of Two Sisters Writing & Publishing®, this book coach who has taught college-level writing will share her experience and expertise to help you finally write your book.

She will inspire with the mindset required to achieve this dream, and she will provide the mechanics required to write an impactful, engaging book that captivates your target audience.

So bring your pens, notepads and laptops, and get ready to write, revise and learn. If you've been confused and overwhelmed, not knowing where to start your book, you'll leave this day-long experience feeling confident and equipped with the structure and knowledge required to finally compose until you type THE END.

As an independent publisher whose company has published dozens of memoirs, business books and novels in 10 years, Elizabeth will also explain options for publishing your book.

Your book has been calling...now is the time to answer and finally present your stories and information that can entertain, inform and inspire people everywhere.

Finally write your book. It could change your life, and even help change the world.

Included in the Workshop:

Each attendee will receive a copy of Elizabeth's new Amazon bestselling book, "Write Your Book in a Day" ($24.99 value).

The day-long workshop includes morning coffee and bagels as well as lunch from Breadless, a local healthy eatery. Attendees will be able to select from a menu.

Registration:

  • Early bird tickets are $229 until March 26, 2026.
  • General admission is $279.
  • Detroit Writing Room members receive 20% off using their member code.

Bonus! All attendees will be entered into a raffle for prizes including Elizabeth's books, purple journals and copies of .

Space is limited. Registration closes on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 9 p.m. EST. Tickets are nonrefundable. You may, however, transfer your ticket to another individual you know. Please email [email protected] if you wish to transfer your ticket or pay via a check or ACH to avoid fees.


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Location:

Michigan Central Station

5th Floor

Please use the East Entrance

Parking:

Parking is free on side streets. Or park in the Bagley Mobiliy Hub one block from the station at 1501 Wabash St, Detroit, MI 48216.


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About Elizabeth Ann Atkins:

Elizabeth Ann Atkins is a health advocate, spiritual advisor, bestselling author of over 70 books, and award-winning TV show host. With a master's degree in Journalism from Columbia University and a bachelor's degree in English Literature from the University of Michigan, Elizabeth teamed up with her sister, Catherine M. Greenspan, to create Two Sisters Writing & Publishing, which has published dozens of memoirs, business books and novels in nine years. The former Detroit News reporter whose work has appeared in The New York Times also shares tools for personal transformation in her GoddessPower book series. Elizabeth co-hosts the award-winning "MI Healthy Mind," a weekly Emmy-nominated TV show that aims to shatter stigmas around mental illness, addiction and abuse.

Elizabeth is a Detroit Writing Room coach who can help with fiction, memoir and publishing advice. Sign up for a virtual hourlong coaching session at . Workshop attendees will receive a promo code for 20% off!


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About The Detroit Writing Room:

The Detroit Writing Room offers an inspirational community for writers, creatives and professionals. Whether you’re working on the next Great American novel or a resume, the DWR has nearly 50 professional writing coaches to help with all your writing needs. We also host book talks, writing workshops, and literary events. Visit detroitwritingroom.com to sign up for coaching, memberships, events and more. Check out newyorkwritingroom.com to see our New York-based coaching team.


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Workshop Testimonials

"It allowed me to turn a jumble of ideas and words into a clear outline of a novel, with real actionable steps to make my writing make sense. It can be overwhelming to write a book, and Elizabeth helps break it down into digestible tasks, without taking away any of the creativity or uniqueness of each author's work." — Kerry Birmingham

"This workshop was incredible. I really helped to dispel my fears around writing a book, get clarity around what I want to write about and get plugged into the Detroit writing community." — Sarah Causey

"Elizabeth knows her stuff! She was energetic, encouraging and efficient. Her can-do attitude was contagious." — Nancy Nolan

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Michigan Central Station East Entrance, 2001 15th Street, Detroit, United States

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