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New Book of Poetry Released from New York Poet Francis DiClemente

Author and poet Francis DiClemente is pleased to announce the publication of his new collection of poetry from Finishing Line Press, entitled In Pursuit of Infinity. - March 22, 2013 - Francis DiClemente

First Interactive Work, Marble Springs, Now on a Wiki, Featured at the Library of Congress Electronic Literature Showcase April 3 - 5, 2013

The Library of Congress Electronic Literature Showcase, April 3 - 5 2013, will feature seminal works within the electronic literature canon, including Marble Springs. While Marble Springs 1.0 (Eastgate Systems 1993) was the first interactive hypertext published in the U.S., it has been updated and Marble Springs 3.0 is now available in its entirety on a wiki. - March 21, 2013 - Deena Larsen, writer

Michael Segedy Raises a Daring Question: How Far Are Internet Groups Like Anonymous Willing to Go to Address Human Rights Abuses?

Michael Segedy's thriller, EMMA: Emergent Movement of Militant Anarchists focuses on a couple of young hacktivists, both former members of the internet freedom fighters group Anonymous, (one of them an ex-black ops officer), breaking away and creating a militant group committed to social change. But social change precipitated by acts of violence against CEOs of major corporations responsible for crimes against humanity. - March 20, 2013 - Michael Segedy

Jeff Macauley Sings Norman Gimbel at NYC's Don't Tell Mama Saturday, March 30th at 7:30pm, Presented by Cabaret Obscura

Jeff Macauley sings the lyrics of Norman Gimbel in "It Was Me." Norman Gimbel wrote the words to Girl From Ipanema, Sway, Killing Me Softly With His Song, the theme to Wonder Woman and many other pop standards of the last 60 years. Jeff Macauley is a Backstage Magazine's Bistro Award winning singer specializing in classic American Pop of the last 80 years. - March 20, 2013 - Cabaret Obscura

R&B Singer-Songwriter Tocarra Hamilton Signs Unique Deals with Labels to Create a Powerful Opportunity for Her Label, Tocarra Music

Tocarra Hamilton has no place to go but up and she is taking full advantage of the new music industry that allows the artist the freedom to carve their own path and the power to make the decisions by creating deals that suit their brands needs. - March 20, 2013 - Tocarra Music, LLC

Midwest Book Reviews Recommends Meditation on Space-Time

In its March 2013 issue, Midwest Book Review recommends Leonard Seet’s novel Meditation on Space-Time from Excelsior Publishing, as “a strong pick” with “plenty of humor about life.” According to the review, the novel “follows one man who tries to consider the... - March 20, 2013 - Excelsior Publishing

War Veteran and Univeristy Professor Dr. Toftoy Announces His Book, Eyes of Cold Case Killers

Professor and Vietnam veteran, Dr. Charles Toftoy is pleased to announce the promotion of his suspenseful thriller, Eyes of Cold Case Killers. - March 20, 2013 - Charles Toftoy

The Supernatural Fantasy Noir Thriller Living Shadow Originated in the Author's Dreams

Living Shadow, a supernatural fantasy noir thriller, came from a recurring dream and author, Maria Soriano had to tell the story. - March 20, 2013 - Maria Soriano

Sculptor Mark Weisbeck Introduces a 21st Century Cross to Honor 21st Century Pope Francis

In honor of the newly elected Pontiff, Pope Francis, the 266th Pope of the Catholic Church, international award winning sculptor Mark Weisbeck of Weisbeck Design introduces the new 21st century cross, presenting a bold leap forward for modern religious art. - March 20, 2013 - Weisbeck Design

The Art of Paper Craft with Artist Jan Hurst

Jan Hurst, a Kentuckiana artist from Jeffersonville IN will showcase her art at the Jeffersonville Township Public Library in a presentation on the art of paper craft. Hurst specializes in calligraphy, collage, digital collage and mixed media paintings on canvas, and is the owner of Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Design. This is a part of the library's series "ArtSpace: Learn Create Enjoy." - March 20, 2013 - Wedding Calligraphy by Jan Hurst

CBS Survivor Star Hits Bestseller Book List

Reality Star's new book hits Top 300 among Amazon's 100,000 Action-Adventure paperbacks as TV Show Survivor rolls on to big ratings. - March 19, 2013 - CPSWorks

A New Documentary Project Explores How Society Addresses Mental Illness in Teens

Announcement of an upcoming documentary film exploring society's reaction to adolescent mental illness from two Lehigh Valley filmmakers. - March 19, 2013 - Out of Sight Documentary

Oregon Author's Stories Bring Back Memories

New short story collection now available. - March 17, 2013 - Alex Karamanis

Amish-Christian Romance Author’s New Release Tops Amazon Charts

An Amazon Top 100 author publishes another Amish Christian romance that immediately tops the ranks of Amazon. - March 17, 2013 - Price Publishing

Vikram Dayal Progressive Indian Artist Exhibiting at Art Expo NY March 21 - 24

Mr. Vikram Dayal will be returning to the NY Art Expo this year with his latest indoor-outdoor series. Last year, Mr Dayal was the only Indian exhibiting at the world’s largest art expo. - March 17, 2013 - Vikram Dayal

Laura Rathe Fine Art Announces Meredith Pardue : "This Cloud"

Contemporary Artist Premieres New Works in Houston, Texas. - March 16, 2013 - Laura Rathe Fine Art

Historical Fantasy Novel, Adin: A Novel of Prehistory is Receiving Rave Reviews

New historical fantasy novel, Adin: A Novel of Prehistory is receiving rave reviews from readers online. - March 16, 2013 - David Uerkvitz

Award-Winning Give God the Glory! Series of Books & Devotionals Announces New Foreign Translations

The Give God the Glory! nine-book series, by multiple-award winning and best-selling Christian author, Kevin Wayne Johnson, continues to expand around the world. Johnson’s Christian-based publishing company, Writing for the Lord Ministries, enthusiastically presents God’s Word in such a... - March 16, 2013 - Writing for the Lord Ministries

Laura Rathe Fine Art Announces Roi James: "Duality"

Contemporary Artist Has Solo Show Debut in Dallas, Texas - March 15, 2013 - Laura Rathe Fine Art

Product Of My Environment Short Film Release

Product Of My Environment is now a short film. It started as a book, then an award winner, and a song. Short film premiere of Product Of My Environment will be March 16, 2013, at the Black Spectrum Theatre, Jamaica, NY from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. You can get further information at http://www.productofmyenvironment.net. - March 15, 2013 - Product Of My environment

MTV's Series Washington Heights Featured the Single "Do What You Do (2013 Remix)" by b.i.g Lou of Physha P

MTV featured the single, “Do What You Do (2013 Remix),” by b.i.g. Lou of Physha P (fish-uh-p) on the new hit series, Washington Heights (episode 110). This marks a high point in the eclectic Hip-Hop/Pop act’s career. Physha P’s Washington Height’s music feature comes... - March 15, 2013 - Da Fam Records

Environmentalist Releases Historical Fiction Novel About the Environment

Environmentalist, Mr. Leslie Duguid is pleased to announce the promotion of his book, No Where to Go. This historical fiction tale about the destruction of the environment mixes fact with fiction for an intriguing read. - March 15, 2013 - Leslie Duguid

“A-Z The Universe in Me” Authored by Michal Y. Noah Hits Amazon Bestseller List

“A-Z The Universe in Me” designed to help children to believe in themselves and their abilities. - March 15, 2013 - Michal Y. Noah

Grammy Recording Artist Etcetera to Perform Live at New York City's Big Apple Music Series

Grammy Recording Artist Etcetera will be making his way to New York this week for his performance at Gibson Guitar Studios for the Big Apple Music Series. Etcetera is known internationally for his tracks with Beyonce, Shontelle and Broadway Musical Star Chester Gregory as well as for his recent... - March 14, 2013 - Etcetera

Soul/R&B Husband and Wife Duo ISH Returns Home in Indy for Performance at Jazz Kitchen

Caleb and Andriea Ishman got their start in Indianapolis. They married in 2009, and moved away to start their career together in music. Four years later, the couple is back as Soul music duo ISH, ready to reconnect with their fans and to present an amazing live show. - March 14, 2013 - Artist ISH

The Aqua League's "Fiction" Becomes Reality in Fast 6

Doug Simpson & Slim of The Aqua League bring Euphon's "Fiction" to Fast & Furious series. - March 14, 2013 - Ironhorse Music Group LLC

The Beginning of the End is Near; Authors K.B. Miller and Jennifer Malone Wright Release New Zombie Serial Novel

On March 12th, 2013 K.B. Co-authors K.B Miller and Jennifer Malone Wright release their newest book, Once Upon A Zombie Apocalypse. Once Upon A Zombie Apocalypse is an episodic short story series about the accounts of two survivors. - March 14, 2013 - Author Jennifer Malone Wright

Noted Steampunk Thriller "PROGRESS" Announces New Fundraising Campaign

The official teaser video for the 10-episode webseries PROGRESS was released in November 2012 and has been garnering much attention through blogs, magazines, podcasts, Twitter and Facebook. PROGRESS just launched an Indiegogo campaign to help raise funds for production on the whole series. In this... - March 13, 2013 - Progress the Webseries

Crosslink Publishing Announces the Release of Ed Mrkvicka's Latest Book: "The Sin of Forgiveness"

After reading "The Sin of Forgiveness," you’ll know the beauty of true Christian forgiveness, perhaps for the first time. - March 13, 2013 - Edward F. Mrkvicka, Jr

Escape from East Berlin: An American Tale is One Woman’s Story of Surviving WWII in East Berlin

Annemarie Struwe Cronin’s memoir, Escape from East Berlin: An American Tale is her story of growing up in East Berlin, surviving WWII, finding Love, and making a new life in the United States. - March 13, 2013 - Annemarie Struwe Cronin

The Second Annual Take Two Film Festival in New York City Set for April 5-7 Following Postponement Due to Sandy

Three-day festival will feature 56 independent films from 14 countries at the historic Theatre 80 St. Marks in the East Village. - March 12, 2013 - Take Two Film Festival

Introducing Illuminated Wall Art to Enjoy 24 Hours a Day. Art That Doubles as a Light from DiaNoche Designs.

DiaNoche Designs, meaning Day and Night Designs, creates striking artwork that doubles as a light. The “Art Today — Light Tonight” concept brings around-the-clock radiance to any room. - March 12, 2013 - Dianoche Designs

New Paranormal Thriller Mixes African Shaminism and Native American Elements

Author, Delaina M. Waldron is pleased to announce the release of her new paranormal thriller, HerStory. - March 12, 2013 - Delaina M. Waldron

New Crime Thriller, The Kiss After Midnight Just Released by International Author

Author, Marvin Amazon is pleased to announce the release of his new crime thriller novel, The Kiss after Midnight. - March 12, 2013 - Marvin Amazon

Christine Padovan – the Voice of a New Innovative Erotica Series: Entwined

Voice artist and audiobook narrator, Christine Padovan is the voice behind a new innovative romance/erotica series called "Entwined," which brings authors and fans together in one immersive experience. - March 10, 2013 - Christine Padovan

Philly Teen Country Music Phenom Releases Debut Album

"Torri Melhart – The Acoustic Sessions EP" Hits iTunes, Amazon Worldwide - March 10, 2013 - Torri Melhart

Michael Allen Accomplishes the Remarkable in Latest Novel

Michael Allen’s new novel is a complete metaphor he wrote entirely with his daughter in mind. The story explores the life of a single father who ends up in a coma for nine years after a near fatal accident, only to awaken with amnesia. - March 10, 2013 - Michael Allen

The MC Media Group's Yung Menace Releases "Reality of It" Mixtape (Hosted by CollegeDJ.net)

Brooklyn artist, Yung Menace, consistently released material every Monday, dubbed #MenaceMondays, since the latter half of 2012. The culmination of it all is finally here. Hosted by CollegeDJ.net ("The number 1 college music source for hip hop, pop, rock, alternative, mixtapes album sales, LP... - March 09, 2013 - Yung Menace

New Autobiographical Novel Details the International Travels of a Young Woman of Color

Debut author Salihah Simone autobiographical novel, “Transient: A Colored Girl’s Travels,” invites readers to experience the adventure, romance, and self discovery of a brown woman in her twenties on the road. Simone’s outrageous antics and colorful commentary will often have the reader chuckling aloud in understanding. "Transient” is a unique travel memoir and autobiographical novel because few women of color venture off the beaten path and even fewer write about it. - March 09, 2013 - Transient Girl

Romance Author Releases New Book: Unless A Love Be Free

Romance author, Jerilyn Willin is pleased to announce the release of her new novel, Unless A Love Be Free. - March 09, 2013 - Jerilyn Willin

Bestselling and Award-Winning Author RJ Parker Releases Serial Killer Series Boxed Set (4 Books in 1)

"In this riveting box set, an award-winning author delves into the gritty, gruesome details of the most notorious serial killers to strike the United States, including the unidentified killers who may still be on the loose. This book is currently in the Top 20 paid list in 3 categories on Amazon including: Serial Killers, Murder and Mayhem and True Crime." - Dane Ladwig, Author - March 08, 2013 - RJ Parker Publishing, Inc.

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