Upcoming Workshop . Friday, September 16 How to Successfully Publish Your History Book by Thomas Vranich, Bookability <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. All of the necessary steps in planning your book project will be covered in this workshop, including creating financial and production goals, what material to include, how to illustrate, defining your market, developing a work plan, and marketing the volume to the public. <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Learn more and register on our website. _____ _____ The Historical Society of Michigan is our state's oldest cultural organization, founded in 1828 by territorial governor Lewis Cass and explorer Henry Schoolcraft. A nongovernmental nonprofit, the Society focuses on publications, conferences, education, awards and recognition programming, and support for local history organizations to preserve and promote Michigan's rich history. _____ For more information on the Historical Society of Michigan, please visit <http://www.hsmichigan.org/> www.hsmichigan.org or e-mail us at <mailto:hsm@hsmichigan.org> hsm@hsmichigan.org. _____ The Historical Society of Michigan 5815 Executive Dr. . Lansing, MI 48911 Phone: (517) 324-1828 . FAX: (517) 324-4370 Future History Skills Workshops Friday, October 7 Basic Archives Friday, October 21 Advanced Archives Friday, November 4 Taking Oral Histories One Step Further <http://www.hsmichigan.org/programs/workshops/> Visit our website for full descriptions of each workshop. This e-mail is sent to our members and friends to keep you updated on historical activities and opportunities to learn more about our state's history. To opt-out, please respond to this e-mail with "remove" in the subject line.