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Harry Potter Parody Receives Top Honor from National Indie Excellence 2008 Book Awards

Henry Potty and the Pet Rock: An Unauthorized Harry Potter Parody (ISBN: 978-1-59594-088-9, WingSpan Press) by Valerie Estelle Frankel won the Indie Excellence 2008 Book Award for “eBook Fiction.” The paperback version of the novel has also won many awards, most recently in USA Book News National Best Books 2007. The long-expected sequel will arrive in July. - May 17, 2008 - Publicity House

SellingCR.com™ Announces Launch of Costa Rica’s Finest Portal Site

Recently SellingCR (http://www.sellingcr.com) launched Costa Rica’s first premium content portal site for all news and activities pertaining primarily to the southern zones of Costa Rica including Dominical, Perez Zeledon, Uvita, Costa Ballena and more. - May 17, 2008 - SellingCR.com

Tickets & Season Passes Now Available Online at PainesvilleSpeedway.com

Painesville Speedway Admission Tickets & Season Passes now available online at PainesvilleSpeedway.com. In addition to their all new website launched in April, 2008; You can pay for your tickets online with any Major Credit Card. - May 17, 2008 - Painesville Speedway LLC.

More Prize Winners at Online Gambling Portal

Online Gambling Insider, the industry watchdog and certification authority, has awarded their latest series of prizes in their monthly prize draws. Seven players win prizes ranging from Amazon gift cards to a Slingbox Pro and the prize draws are open every month. - May 16, 2008 - Online Gambling Insider

PokerTime Goes Private

Leading Poker Room PokerTime will begin to move onto a private network in order to differentiate itself from its competitors and provide exclusive rewards to its players. - May 16, 2008 - Fortune Lounge Group

The Makeup Show NYC Offers a Palette of Beauty Authorities as Celebrity Makeup Artists Trade Beauty-Bag Secrets at the 2-Day Pro-Focused Event, May 18-19, 2008

Touching up on the latest products, trends and techniques from Editorial Beauty, Airbrush Secrets, FX Makeup for HD TV, and The Perfect Bride via keynote presentations, forums, seminars, and hands-on workshops with Makeup Artists in the fashion, entertainment, film and TV industry. - May 16, 2008 - The Makeup Show

YA Fantasy Author MJ Allaire Releases Book Three in Her Series

Search for Second Amulet Leads the Children from Uncava Closer to their Destiny. - May 16, 2008 - MJ Allaire

Case Study Illustrates Benefits of Employee Wellness Program for Taunton, MA Insurance Agency

Case study highlights Employee Wellness Program Results for EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition corporate client Farrell Backlund Insurance Agency. Featured results include decrease in employee absenteeism, employee weight loss, improvements in body fat; cholesterol; blood pressure and more. - May 16, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition

Upcoming Political Fiction Sure to Cause a Stir

New novel demonstrates how dangerous it had become to live in the sunshine swing state during the war on terror. - May 16, 2008 - Alex Hutchinson

Who Will be Shed of the Year 2008? Tardis, Beach Hut or Humble Shed.

The race is on to win the coveted Shed of the Year title which will be held this summer as part of the second National Shed Week. This year they are very pleased to announce that one of the UK's leading online garden building companies, Garden Buildings Direct will be the official sponsor and shed... - May 16, 2008 - ReaderSheds.co.uk

Three-Year-Old Julian Pavone, The World’s Youngest Drummer, Rocks The Oprah Winfrey Show

At only three years old, Julian Pavone, the “World’s Youngest Drummer,” experienced a musician’s dream gig, performing for Oprah Winfrey and her millions of worldwide viewers on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Julian, who at just 19 months old began making headlines around the... - May 16, 2008 - Julian Pavone

The Zemel Choir's Celebrate with Song 2008

The Zemel Choir’s “Celebrate with Song” event of two weeks of intensive workshops and rehearsals is about to start on June 1st with a concert at St Johns Smith Square on June 15th. Designed to promote Jewish Choral music, the event should be huge success, attracting workshop... - May 16, 2008 - The Zemel Choir

Effective Health Techniques Offers Time-Saving Exercises by Re-Defining Workouts

Effective Health Techniques unveils innovative concepts about workouts that allow busy people a chance to improve their fitness and live a healthier lifestyle. - May 16, 2008 - Marlene Wheeler

First Science Center in the World to Have NanoSeam Dome Immersion Technology Brings Astronomy Down to Earth

The $1.6 million renovation of the Dorrance Planetarium at Arizona Science Center is complete. Featuring a state-of-the-art projection system, sound system, interactive seats and the first NanoSeam Dome at a science center or museum in the world, Arizona Science Center re-opened the Dorrance... - May 16, 2008 - Arizona Science Center

New Service at LoyaltyMatch.com Helps Raise Profile and Cash for Non-Profit Groups of All Sizes and Interests

Community Commerce™ launched by LoyaltyMatch.com, the online marketplace for frequent flier and loyalty program miles and points collectors, is a new and innovative way for people to help good causes. Churches, schools, sports teams, community groups and other causes large and small can benefit. - May 15, 2008 - LoyaltyMatch.com

Celebrating 175 Years of Nantucket Freedom at the Century House, 175th Anniversary of the Inn and the 25th Anniversary as Innkeepers

The 16-room Century House celebrates twice this year. First, it is the only inn on Nantucket that celebrates 175 years of continuous operation, as the oldest guesthouse on the island. Second, innkeeper duo Gerry Connick and Jean Ellen Heron celebrate 25 years of making their own Century House history. - May 15, 2008 - Century House

High Heels to Hormones: Pain M.D. Christina Lasich Offers Relief for Women

Pain specialist Christina Lasich, M.D., offers light, humorous relief in her new guide to spine care for women, High Heels to Hormones. - May 15, 2008 - Christina Lasich, M.D

SkillWho.com Launches Networking Site to Share and Find Skills and Talents

Today SkillWho.com officially launched an innovative new Web 2.0 networking site (see www.skillwho.com). The site enables members to share all their skills, talents, and trades such as home improvement, music, art, business, education, science, technical, etc. Visitors can also view the various... - May 15, 2008 - SkillWho.com

NATF Hosts Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class in Audio Drama Directing

NATF to host award winning audio theatre producer/writer Yuri Rasovsky's Master Class: Principles of Directing Actors for Audio Drama New York City, September, 2008 - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.

Willamette Radio Workshop Joins NATF's Audio Theater Workshop

Sam Mowry and Cynthia McGean of the Willamette Radio Workshop will lead classes in the 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 15, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.

Artist Raises Money for Adoption and Donates Part of Proceeds to Non-Profit La Leche League Local Chapter

Independent artist Christine Pointeau of the Austin, TX area is offering her self published book series A Cappella, vol. 1 and 2 at a discount to raise money to fulfill her dream of adopting a child. Pointeau will donate part of the proceed to La Leche League Austin, TX chapter, a local non-profit... - May 15, 2008 - Christine Pointeau

Los Angeles Producer Acquires Film Rights for Adventure Novel

Los Angeles film producer, Tony Eldridge, acquires the film rights for the action/adventure novel, The Samson Effect. The author and producer connect in a way that even Hollywood could not script. - May 15, 2008 - Tony Eldridge

Back to Basics: Out of the Gym & Into the Park

Mode Athletics personal trainer, Mike Roulston, will be running 4-week outdoor boot camp programs in Coopers Park all summer. The classes feature a variety of challenging and effective functional exercises designed to motivate you towards your next level of fitness. Mike Roulston will be... - May 15, 2008 - Mode Athletics

The Code of Faith

Almost since the beginning of recorded history, people have struggled with the concept of God. Some of the greatest minds have tried to connect the things people could prove scientifically with those that had to be taken on faith. While philosophers such as Aristotle managed to bridge some of the... - May 15, 2008 - Ken Nunoo

Newstin - Organizing the Internet

Newstin is a Global Social News Platform where topics and ideas are identified within the news, acquiring a social aspect by initiating communication between people, no matter their nation or language. Newstin aspires to connect people through news and create global communities of interest. - May 15, 2008 - Newstin a.s.

The International Casino Games Goes Huge

The International Casino Games III Cruise took place in the Mediterranean between 22 April and 29 April 2008 and proved once-again to be a huge success. - May 14, 2008 - Fortune Lounge Group

New Anti-Cancer Diet Book Shows How to Live Healthy

New book, "An Anti-Cancer Diet," shows how to prevent and reverse cancer, and is perfect for anyone who wants to lose weight, or lower cholesterol. The web site www.ananticancerdiet.com has links to browse or buy the book on Amazon, and links to other web sites with cancer fighting and Vegan information. - May 14, 2008 - Robert Korczynski

Angel City Chorale Partners with OPCC to Benefit Homeless

Angel City Chorale (ACC) and OPCC announce an exciting joint venture to support their community’s response to homelessness, domestic violence, and mental illness. “Joining together with OPCC creates a natural partnership for Angel City Chorale because our goal is to build community one... - May 14, 2008 - Angel City Chorale

NABE Announces Winners of the 2007 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award

Award Winning Author Dr. Annette Colby, author of Your Highest Potential: The New Psychology of Understanding and Working with Self accepts NABE 2007 Pinnacle Book Achievement Award in the category of self-help. - May 14, 2008 - Annette Colby

Does God Exist? Who and What is God?

Does God exist? Who and what is God? Is there scientific proof of the existence of God? What is the nature of the soul? Is there life after death? Do angels exist? Is our fate pre-written and our destinies predetermined? How do we form a closer union with God to better to improve the welfare of ourselves, our society country and earth? - May 14, 2008 - Ken Nunoo

Tripping the Mic Fantastic with Barbara Rosenblat at NATF's 27th Annual Audio Theater Workshop

Barbara Rosenblat, one of the most revered voice actors in the country, brings her two day masterclass to NATF's Annual Audio Theatre Workshop in West Plains, MO, June 22-27, 2008. - May 14, 2008 - National Audio Theatre Festivals, Inc.

A Whisper from the Islands - Patricia Brintle at Agora Gallery

The Agora Gallery is proud to present Haitian born artist Patricia Brintle in Unchartered Realism. Scheduled to run from May 10th through May 30th the collection will feature a captivating selection of Patricia Brintle's tropical paintings. - May 14, 2008 - Agora Gallery

New Music: Los Don Featuring Ne-Yo "Real Good Love"

Hip Hop artist Los Don joins platinum selling artist Ne-Yo on the new hit "Real Good Love." - May 14, 2008 - Back 2 Back Entertainment

USBGA Launches the National Chapter Program

The NCP is platform that will gives media exposure and sponsorships to aspiring pro golfers. - May 14, 2008 - United States Black Golfers Association

The Indomitible Human Spirit - Classical Piano with a Twist

Gary Graffman, award winning performer and world reknown pianist, performs a one time only concert in Savannah, Georgia at historic downtown Wesley Monumental Church. This must see event is presented by the all volunteer Savannah Concert Association. See this amazing left hand only concert on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at 4 in the afternoon. - May 14, 2008 - Savannah Concert Association

Former Lions Players Teaching for a Cause

Former Lion’s offensive lineman, Lomas Brown will be holding football performance enhancement camps for kids 7-18 years old. The camps will be held in the Grand Rapids, Lansing, Detroit and Adrian areas throughout the months of June and July. Former players in attendance at the camps will... - May 14, 2008 - Lo B Sports

The End of a Bingo Era

Both smoking and non smoking bingo players are fussing about the new UK law that prohibits smoking in public areas. Bingo and smoking have long gone hand in hand and the new laws are threatening to break up this relationship. Additionally, Land based bingo halls are being hurt badly by these laws as players are busy smoking outside instead of playing bingo inside. With this said, the future of online bingo has never looked brighter. - May 13, 2008 - Spectra games

Gary Garner Has Recently Appeared on Rude Awakening Show

Gary Garner talks about his world travel experience and his new book. - May 13, 2008 - Gary Garner

Executive Poker Tour to Sponsor Charity Tournament at Playboy Mansion May 17

Rick Rahim, The Executive Poker Tour’s Founder will represent the organization at the Playboy Mansion along with Rhett Butler, Rick’s business partner and cofounder of the EXPT. - May 13, 2008 - ExecutivePokerTour.com

Summer Showcase Series

Summer Showcase Ideal for S.E.A. Hopefuls. Newly created showcase to allow independent artists chance to increase their nomination and receive valuable prizes. For five years, independent artists in urban entertainment has had an opportunity to be honored and recognized by their peers, thanks to... - May 13, 2008 - Statusj

Smile Therapy Arrives; Find Out Why Everyone is Smiling

A Smile coming soon to a face near you. Smile Therapy asks 2 simple questions: 1.) Can you use more Good News in your life? 2.) Would you like access to 1000’s of Tips, Wisdom and Ideas…from people all over the world? - May 13, 2008 - Smile- Therapy

American Author Alfred Wood is Excited to Release His Newest Publication, The History of the Can Opener, This Interesting New History Book is Available at Lulu.com

What an appropriate time for this publication on the sesquicentennial 150 year anniversary of the can opener. Wood's book will take you through the history and evolution of the can opener starting in 1854. This 94 page book is packed with fun and interesting facts, pictures and patents. - May 13, 2008 - Alfred Wood

General Lachlan McIntosh, King Georgia II, Sherman, Cotton Factors, Are Only a Few of the Historic Items Now on Display at Circa Savannah

King George II in 1732, by granting a charter to James Oglethorpe, the King created the Province of Georgia in British North America, which was named after him. Two hundred and seventy-six years later, Circa Savannah is proud to have original signed documents from the King whom the state is named after. - May 12, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC

The Natural World

Thomas D. Mangelsen's Best Selling Book "The Natural World" is a Quiet Call to Action as the Earth Battles Global Warming. - May 12, 2008 - Thomas D. Mangelsen

New Book That Teaches Teachers How to Work with the Emotionally Disabled and Behaviorally Challenged

This new book gives advice to teachers and parents of the emotionally disabled and behaviorally challenged. - May 12, 2008 - Don Rainwater

Paul Wharton to Host the TV Special "Where the Elite Meet" on the CW

Paul Wharton, DC fashion icon hosts television exclusive on the US vs. Italy Polo match supporting the "Journey For The Cure" leukemia charity. The special feature highlights the polo match with segments on the rich and famous including athletes, chefs, bands, designers, dignitaries and elected representatives. - May 11, 2008 - Paul Wharton Modeling Agency

New Media Broadcasting Company Inc. Unveils MashCast™ at the Seoul Digital Forum 2008

MashCast, to debut as the world’s first mash communications network, combines edge-to-edge content creation, collaboration, distribution and commerce services for multi-industry businesses, artists and advertisers. - May 11, 2008 - New Media Broadcasting Company, Inc

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