The Detroit Writing Room Summer Author Series is excited to feature Gerry Boylan, Eli Clark and Amy Nielander for the May event highlighting stories for young readers!

Gerry Boylan and Eli Clark, grandfather and grandson writing partners, are the co-authors of “Showdown At Firefly Island” (2023). There’s adventure, fantastical characters, evil no-goodniks and plenty of laughter in this rollicking tale. And all book proceeds benefit the nonprofit Detroit PAL.

Amy Nielander is a Detroit Writing Room Children’s Book Coach and author-illustrator of “My Name Is Not Ed Tug” (West Margin Press, 2022). The sweet, whimsical story focuses on the meaningfulness behind a person's name and the power of accepting people just as they are.

Join us Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 7 - 8:30 p.m. for an intimate book talk and signing at the historic Whitney mansion in Detroit.

Guests will enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres during a meet-and-greet with the authors in the Whitney’s garden (weather permitting). The event includes two author talks, an opportunity to ask questions during Q&A and book signings. There will also be signed book giveaways and other raffle prizes!

All 2024 Author Series proceeds benefit the DWR's nonprofit arm Coaching Detroit Forward, which offers free writing and photography programs for Detroit high school students.