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A West Michigan Word Weavers Anthology

The Transformation Project: A West Michigan Word Weavers Anthology is a collection of memoirs, essays, and short stories published by West Michigan Word Weavers, highlighting the talent of many of the group’s members.

A smart and satisfying compilation of memoirs, personal essays, and short stories, The Transformation Project is proudly published by West Michigan Word Weavers.

The book contains the written creations of eighteen Word Weavers members, with twenty-two readings celebrating the invigorating reality of transformation in all its various forms.

Included in this powerful anthology is “The Seven Transformations of Peter DeHaan,” a personal essay of spiritual transformation and personal growth.

“I’m honored to have my work included in this amazing book that explores transformation,” said Peter DeHaan. “The anthology showcases some of this area’s best writers.”

“I don’t want to give anything away, but my piece ends with a unique twist, so it’s a fitting thought to serve as the book’s concluding chapter. I’m pleased that my words are the finale for The Transformation Project.”

Other authors include Cindy Cleaver, Amy Mills, Deb Gardner Allard, Gerald Doctor, Dan Gray, Anna Moore Bradfield, Eugene K Koon, Delbert Teachout, Robin Walker, Dennis Snyder, Maria De Lugt Koesis, Diana Geisel, Nancy Bouwens, Linda Gordon, Teresa K Lasher, Sally Stap, and Darelene Lund.

The book includes a forward by Eva Marie Everson, president of Word Weavers International Inc. “Our entire lives are about transformation,” said Everson. She hopes that readers will use this book to consider their own transformations.

Also included is an introduction by Anna Moore Bradfield, president of West Michigan Word Weavers. “Transformation is inevitable,” added Bradfield. “Why not embrace it?”

And embrace it they did. Eighteen members wrote on the topic, providing twenty-two readings for the book.

The Transformation Project: A West Michigan Word Weavers Anthology is available from Amazon.

Get your copy of The Transformation Project today.

Peter DeHaan writes about biblical Christianity to confront status quo religion and live a life that matters. He seeks a fresh approach to following Jesus through the lens of Scripture, without the baggage of made-up traditions and meaningless practices.

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Writer Workshops by Local Author and Publisher are Well-Attended and Earn High Praise

Mattawan, Michigan; October 25, 2013—Peter DeHaan spoke at the 2013 Breathe Christian Writers Conference on October 11 and 12, 2013, in Dutton Michigan. Conference attendance set a new record, with many attendees greatly anticipating Peter DeHaan’s two workshops.

He opened with “Jumpstarting Your Writing Career” on the first day and concluded with “10 Tips to Improve Your Writing” on day two.

“Both sessions were well-attended, far surpassing my expectations. I was so encouraged by the high turnout and enthusiastic participation,” said Peter DeHaan, PhD, who is also a magazine publisher and editor. In between the sessions, DeHaan met one-on-one with several attendees to discuss their writing and careers.

“The response was incredible,” added Dr. DeHaan. “The attendees were eager to learn and share with each other. The Breathe writing conference is one of the best, and the enthusiastic attendees are one reason why.”

Joni McArthur, an attendee at his first workshop, said it was a “very good session filled with helpful tips.”

“Peter effectively relates his own evolving call to the vocation of writing to instruct and inspire,” stated Beth Ernest.

Esther Clark added, “His seminar took me to a new level.”

“His speech was like an orientation session for a new job!” said Nellie deVries. “Today I said, ‘I am a writer,’ thanks to Peter DeHaan.”

Sara VanLaan appreciated “the ‘rubber meets the road’ advice on writing.”

As a follow-up, Dr. DeHaan is providing additional information and free writing services to those who attended his workshop.

Learn more about the Breathe Christian Writers Conference and Peter DeHaan.

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Featuring Writers Across the Nation

In 2013, art enthusiasts found an exciting addition to ArtPrize: the literary publication Imagine This! An ArtPrize Anthology. It adds the written word as a new art form to the acclaimed festival. 

ArtPrize is one of the world’s largest art competitions (by cash awards) and is held each year in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Over 1,000,000 visitors come to view artwork displayed throughout the city.

The anthology adds the written word as a new art form to the acclaimed ArtPrize art festival. ArtPrize is one of the world’s largest art competitions and is held each year in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Over one million visitors come to view artwork displayed throughout the city.

Cascade Writers’ Group sponsored a national writing competition and selected winners for its first annual publication. Local writer, Peter DeHaan, from Southwest Michigan was a finalist for his poem, “Why I Write.”

“I am honored at my selection for this book and, as a writer, to be a part of ArtPrize,” said Peter DeHaan. “In many respects, writing is art, so this is a fitting match. I’m so thrilled to be part of this anthology.

“As a bonus, three friends from my writers’ group are also featured in the anthology: Jennifer Allen, Jerry Barrett, and Sally Stap. With hundreds of entries, this is a real tribute to our group.”

Along with winning short stories, essays, and poems by writers from around the U.S., the anthology includes featured writers from the Cascade Writers’ Group and color reproductions of prize-winning works from the four past years of ArtPrize, including first place winner Chris LaPorte’s “Cavalry” and cover art, Mia Tavonatti’s “Svelata.”

Lisa McNeilley, Ph.D., Editor of the anthology says, “The Cascade Writers’ Group received hundreds of excellent entries. The final publication reflects a range of styles and topics and will have wide appeal to ArtPrize visitors. 

“It has been an exciting project for our group. We have been able to give writers a way to express themselves and have also been able to give financial support to ArtPrize, which is so important to our community.”

According to ArtPrize Marketing Director Todd Herring, “What the Cascade Writers’ Group has accomplished with the anthology is truly innovative.

“Their passion for providing writers with new opportunities mirrors the same passion ArtPrize has for visual and performing artists. ArtPrize applauds this grand effort and congratulates all the winners, participants, and organizers of the ArtPrize anthology.”

Wendy Sturm, Project Manager of the anthology, says: “This success is the reward from efforts by many contributors. It is exciting to support the dreams of writers who want to share their talents. Local Graphic Artist Ron Kauffman handled the layout and design.”

Imagine This! An ArtPrize Anthology is published by Schuler Books’ Chapbook Press.

Peter DeHaan writes about biblical Christianity to confront status quo religion and live a life that matters. He seeks a fresh approach to following Jesus through the lens of Scripture, without the baggage of made-up traditions and meaningless practices.

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Peter DeHaan’s Blog Expands Ways For Readers to Interact and Comment

Mattawan, Michigan, May 30, 2013—First launched in January 2008, author Peter DeHaan’s blog—discussing biblical Christianity—celebrates its sixth year of existence with a new look and a new location.

Supported by powerful WordPress software, the leading blogging platform, the new blog is greatly improved:

• A new format makes reading easier.
• Readers can post comments with one-click simplicity, with no more Captcha codes to decipher and enter.
• Subscribers will enjoy a more robust delivery of posts, via email or RSS feed.

With an archive of over 600 posts, Peter adds new content three to four times a week. On Sundays he covers topics of a general spiritual nature; Mondays he chronicles his journey of visiting 52 churches in a year; Thursdays he addresses the Bible; and on some Fridays he posts a book review.

“My old blogging platform was showing its age,” stated Peter. “WordPress presents an ideal solution and offers many features that benefit readers. I’m excited for all the features it currently presents, as well as the opportunity to add more capabilities in the future.

“The key for any blogger is to connect with readers and this new blog provides for that nicely.” Check out Peter’s blog posts about spirituality.

Peter DeHaan writes about biblical Christianity to confront status quo religion and live a life that matters. He seeks a fresh approach to following Jesus through the lens of Scripture, without the baggage of made-up traditions and meaningless practices.

Read more in his books, blog, and weekly email updates.

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