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Indie Authors Splashing Down with the Mermaids of Mercon
August 12th and 13th The Mermaids of Maui will be hosting the first Annual Mermaid Convention and Awards Ceremony at the Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Among the usual fare of retailers to be found at this event and the not so usual finned guest attending and performing, you’ll... - July 08, 2011 - K.L.Parry-Author
Local Company in the Running for a $50,000 Grant to Help Save Arts Education
Dynamic Video Lighting and Sound, LLC, a full service live production company has been named a finalist for the Pepsi Refresh Project. As one of one hundred finalists, Dynamic Video Lighting and Sound, LLC hopes to finish in the top ten. The top ten finalists are awarded $50,000, money Dynamic... - July 08, 2011 - Dynamic Video Light and Sound LLC
Waterlogg Productions Founder Celebrates 40 Years of Storytelling
The Whithering of Willoughby and the Professor: Their Ways in the Worlds now available at: Audible. Amazon, ITunes and other online retailers. - July 07, 2011 - Waterlogg Productions
Author: Dr. Harriet Forman Launches Website
Author of book on nursing and significant issues with modern medical care in US hospitals launches website to promote book and newest literary venture. - July 07, 2011 - harrietsbookshelf.com
Author, JD Gerdeman, Creates YouTube Videos of US Budget Concerns to Capture Traffic
James Gerdeman, a middle class American, developed short videos about the US Budget and government to sell more copies of his books. "With YouTube, millions can access the clips," said Gerdeman. "Offering clips about proposed budgets without the in depth analysis of experts is key to success," he said. JDGerdeman.com now includes several subjects: Budget Issues & Deficits, 13% increase of discretionary, Job Creation, 1 Trillion savings over 10 years and more. - July 07, 2011 - JDGerdeman
Exciting New Novelist Emerges in the Crime Thiller Genre - D K Thomas - eBook Out Now
D K Thomas has published a crime fiction novel set in the fictional British City of Ellroy. Catch his work while it is fresh and undiscovered at a bargain price now on Amazon. - July 06, 2011 - D K Thomas
Celebrate MLB All-Star Week with "The Home Run Alphabet," the Largest Collection of Home Run Terms Ever Assembled
New "Ducks on the Pond" baseball book by award-winning author R. Scott Murphy contains nearly 1,000 ways to portray these powerful plays. "The Home Run Alphabet" is the centerpiece of the book. It is proving popular with media and baseball fans. - July 05, 2011 - Ducks on the Pond
Gabriel Bello Debuts at #1 with His Premier Jazz Album Release
Gabriel Bello has produced several number one records and now his first Album, self titled "Gabriel Bello" debuts at #1 on Billboard a week after the June 21st release by Kings Mountain Music & Film. - July 05, 2011 - Gabriel Bello
Deep Brain Productions Releases Three New Book Titles
Deep Brain Production announces the availability of three new book titles on Amazon and other online booksellers. - July 04, 2011 - Deep Brain Productions
High School Can be a Very Frightening Place for Teachers as Well as Students
A high school in Northern California is the setting for Bloom’s Desk, the debut novel by Jeffrey Littorno who happens to be a high school teacher himself. - July 04, 2011 - Win/Win
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson's Best-Selling First Novel Released on Kindle
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson announce the Kindle edition of their very first novel, Path of the Jaguar. This novel has been a popular favorite and has sold in hardback, paperback and large print both in the United States and abroad. - July 03, 2011 - Britton Jackson
Publication of Dark Gothic Poetry Volume
Amara-Celine McKenzie is pleased to announce the release of the poetry volume “New Hell,” available on Amazon.com in both printed and Kindle editions. “New Hell" is a book of dark gothic poetry. It deals with a variety of subjects, including dark romance, suicide, devil... - July 03, 2011 - Amara-Celine McKenzie
AWAI Announces Direct-Response Legend Joe Sugarman Will Speak at Its 2011 Copywriting Bootcamp
AWAI is excited to announce that direct-response legend, Joe Sugarman will be speaking at AWAI’s 2011 Fastrack to Copywriting Success Bootcamp and Job Fair. - July 03, 2011 - American Writers & Artists, Inc. (AWAI)
Author Clayton Paul Thomas Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Clayton Paul Thomas and his book, “Tantrums, Troubles, and Treasures: A Parent Guide to Parenting in the 21st Century” all month long in July 2011. Clayton Paul Thomas has worked with kids for about 16 years from three different... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. and her debut children's book “Brush Barry Brush” all month long in July 2011. Linda Valderrama R.D.H. has over 25 years experience as a dental hygienist. She has treated patients from ages two to one... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Her Departed Character Captured, Kristen Dalton Cannot be Stopped
Kristen Dalton finds "The Perfect Family," a far stretch from Whitey Bulger and her past role in The Departed. - July 02, 2011 - Kristen Dalton
Nashville Roots-Rocker Andrew Adkins Returns with the Release of "Troublesome, My Love"
Award-winning Nashville singer/songwriter returns with debut solo album. - July 02, 2011 - Mellow Down Easy
Ocracoke's Curse - the Mystery at Teach's Hole by Mark Duffey
On November 22, 1718, Lt. Robert Maynard of the British Royal Navy defeated and beheaded the infamous pirate, Blackbeard, at Ocracoke Inlet off the coast of North Carolina. Hundreds of years later, it is said that Blackbeard’s spirit haunts the area, searching for his lost head and seeking... - July 01, 2011 - Mark Duffey
MU'factory Wins the 1st Prize at the International Competition “A' Design Award” 2011
MU'factory studio wins the 1st place in the international competition "A' Design Award,” winning the Platinum in "Art, Crafts and Design Ready-Made" category. - July 01, 2011 - MU'factory
Pictorial Guide to Budapest – Thomas Palfy’s New Book Published
Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer’s latest collection of great photographs takes us to Budapest. Many of the attractions of the Hungarian capital are introduced to the reader through a series of pictures and comments. This album is the latest one in the Postcards from… series and is available both in English (Postcards from Budapest) and in Hungarian (Budapesti kepeslapok). - June 30, 2011 - Thomas Palfy
Leading Independent Music Distribution Powerhouse Independent Distribution Collective Partners with CommerceSocial, a Revolutionary Distributed Commerce Platform
IDC has partnered with CommerceSocial. CommerceSocial is a powerful distributed commerce platform for sellers and publishers alike. - June 30, 2011 - Independent Distribution Collective
The “Deepest” of Green Environmental Documentaries
New film takes sustainability into practice to create experimental documentary. - June 30, 2011 - Sust Enable: The Metamentary
Dylan Dilinjah from Making The Band to Release New Single on 18th July 2011
The Caribbean Hip Hop artist and MTV reality TV star chooses ‘Over You’ as his debut with Expat Records. - June 30, 2011 - Expat Records
The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan vs. the Japanese Media
"The Monster Movie Fan's Guide To Japan" made a big splash in the Japanese media. - June 29, 2011 - Armand Vaquer, Author
"God’s Particle" Found by 24 DNA Founders Will Bring New Era in Science
“Einstein and every scientist’s quest for the ‘Theory of Everything’ or ‘Unification Theory’ have an answer today with ‘God’s Particle’ found,” says 24 DNA “Mad Scientist” Bob Ainuu Afamasaga. - June 29, 2011 - DNA Alphabet
Long Island Country Artist Lisa Matassa to Open Freedom Fest Concert on July 3rd at Bethpage Ballpark
Long Island’s own country music star, Lisa Matassa, will perform as the opening act at Long Island, New York’s 1st annual Freedom Fest concert. Freedom Fest 2011 is presented by the Long Island Ducks professional baseball club and WJVC My Country 96.1 FM. - June 28, 2011 - LMA Productions, Inc.
Canadian Best-Selling Author Betska K-Burr Chooses India to Launch Her Next Trailblazing Book the "God" in Coaching the Key to a Happy Life
Affectionately known by Clients as “The Guru Coach™” Canadian best-selling author Betska K-Burr has chosen India to launch a trailblazing new book. The “God” in Coaching - The Key to a Happy Life sets an exciting new precedent for a rapidly evolving industry. Dr. Will Tuttle #1 Amazon best-selling author of The World Peace Diet calls The “God” in Coaching “… the bible of coaching.” For more information, please visit: http://thegodincoaching.com. - June 28, 2011 - Betska K-Burr
Donald J. Farinacci, Award-Winning Author and Publisher, Navigator Books, Announce the Publication of "The Allemagne Deception, A Novel of The Cold War"
An announcement and statement of information concerning the publication and availability to the public of the already-acclaimed novel of the Cold War, "The Allemagne Deception" by Donald J. Farinacci. - June 27, 2011 - Donald J. Farinacci
Miami Native Sherri Hicks Releases Gospel Single
Introducing Sherri Hicks, the soulful gospel singer/songwriter from sunny South Florida. With many years as a background vocalist and solo performer, she is now stepping out in 2011 with her debut album, "Transforming Praise." Her first single, "Changed," has already gotten rave reviews and is available on Itunes Worldwide. Sherri's voice is soulful and anointed, and she ministers through song. With this album she herself has been transformed. - June 26, 2011 - Sherri Hicks Music
California DanceArts Holds Annual Spring Open House in La Canada
Special Open House Weekend Events Included Spring Demonstration Concert - June 26, 2011 - California DanceArts
DropZ's "Tha King A Pop" Michael Jackson Tribute Video Available
Video Tribute Released to Commemorate the Anniversary of Michael Jackson's Death - June 26, 2011 - DropZ
Poetry Writing Workshop
This workshop is designed to enhance poetic skills whether you are a beginner simply looking for a place to start, or a poet looking to refine or perfect your creative work. Participants will also learn how and where to market their work. There are no pre-requisites for this course. - June 26, 2011 - RiverRead Books
HIV Awareness Play, Positively Infected, Shows in Atlanta, GA
Written and Directed by Nykieria Chaney, Positively Infected uses common situations to break down myths and educate the community on the realities of HIV and AIDS. - June 26, 2011 - Cre8ive Nsights
Historical Fiction Author Mary Ann Bernal Book Launch of the Second Installment of The Briton and the Dane Trilogy
The journey continues in Anglo-Saxon Britannia where a new Viking menace threatens an uneasy peace in the second installment of The Briton and the Dane novels. - June 25, 2011 - Mary Ann Bernal, author
Young Actress in "Dancing Her Dreams Away" Reminiscent of Dorothy Dandridge
Actress Cinderella Graham lands fairy-tale role - June 25, 2011 - Alretha Thomas
Blasians Unite on Yani Simone’s Hit Single "After Hours"
Atlanta recording artist Yani Simone teams up with Asian Rapper “Vickz” on her debut single “After Hours.” - June 24, 2011 - Outliers Music Group
Sonnet Realm Films Announces, Rolling, a New Web Series
Today, Sonnet Realm Films, a Seattle based film production company, announced the development of a new comedy feature-length web series called Rolling, about an independent film company trying to make it big. Rolling is planned to run at 23 minutes each with the first season being 12 episodes, and... - June 24, 2011 - Sonnet Realm Films
BB Galas and Female A-Team Collaborates with HBO's Mission Possible New York City Charity Assisting Children with HIV/AIDS
Inaugural CLAIR.nyc event at Fashion 40 Lounge to benefit disadvantaged children through Mustard Seed Communities. - June 24, 2011 - BB Galas
Author Uses Sense of Humor to Develop UTube for Each Book
James Gerdeman wants his potential readers to hear from him about his books and he hopes to sell more copies doing so. Everyone is into the UTube act and he is as well, said Gerdeman, author of 10 books. He has updated his web site, JDGerdeman.com to include “Click to hear the author” on each of his book pages. The author is then heard discussing the book. Go to JDGerdeman.com. - June 24, 2011 - JDGerdeman
Bestselling Authors Share Their Writing Secrets
NY Times and USA Today Bestseller Caridad Pineiro is hosting a series of live video events with some of the country’s hottest names in romance fiction. Pineiro, who herself has two upcoming summer releases, The Fifth Kingdom, a romantic suspense from Carina Press and The Lost, a paranormal... - June 24, 2011 - Caridad Pineiro
Look Out for Ripface Invasion’s Video Premiere on June 28, 2011
Ripface Invasion is a quartet of veteran rockers from the New Jersey punk/hardcore scene. They developed a unique bold sound for new and old generations to hear with their thrash punk/hardcore crossover style. Ripface Invasion displays their new sound and style on video with their song “The Last One On Earth.” They blend punk rock with comic art and live action. - June 22, 2011 - Ripface Invasion
15 Year Old Finds Indiegogo Priceless in Funding Original Songs to Pave the Way to College. Love to Play, Live to Sing
Loveland Colorado, a 15 year old Singer / Songwriter finds Indiegogo’s crowd funding a priceless tool for raising money to record original songs to help get noticed by colleges for music scholarships. - June 22, 2011 - Kalie Ann Sullivan
Brooklyn Short Film Festival Winners Announcement
The Brooklyn Short Film Festival, New York's premiere short film festival, announces the award winning films from 2011. - June 21, 2011 - Brooklyn Short Film Festival
Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Design Adds Gift Services to Offerings
Calligraphy is not just for weddings. It can also be an excellent personal gift. Jan Hurst Calligraphy & Design has been assisting grooms by lettering song lyrics on photo mats, and lettering wedding vows and personal letters for framing as anniversary and wedding gifts. - June 19, 2011 - Wedding Calligraphy by Jan Hurst
SPIKE Play on Kindle
Independent digital media producer, 2b Acting provides support to help playwright publish work on the Kindle book market. - June 19, 2011 - 2b Acting Ltd
Women Take Center Stage at the BAMedia Social Media Summit
For the third year in a row, BAMedia is hosting the All Women's Social Media Summit. This is the only Summit of it's kind to offer a panel exclusively of all women. - June 18, 2011 - Beverly Mahone
Belly Dance Comes to the Essence Festival 2011, HipMix.net and Dilara Sultan Confirmed
It was announced today that Dilara Sultan and her company, HipMix.net will be honored guests and sponsors of celebrity party events surrounding this year’s Essence Music Festival in New Orleans July 1-4, 2011. “We couldn’t be more excited,” said Marketing Assistant... - June 18, 2011 - HipMix.net
Angelique Bates aka "Alizay" Announces Release of Debut Single "Can’t Fade Me Now" on 18th July 2011
The Nickelodeon Actress and Hollywood Red Carpet Regular will be partnering with Expat Records to release the Hip Hop Pop track which is already receiving steady airplay across stations in the US and UK. - June 17, 2011 - Expat Records
Derr Returns to Nyack's ArtWalk 2011
Internationally exhibited artist David Derr returns to ArtWalk in Nyack, NY for the fourth consecutive year from June 17 through June 19. The show’s theme is "A Tribute to Edward Hopper," honoring the acclaimed artist as well as the 40th anniversary of Edward Hopper House Art Center. - June 17, 2011 - D2 Studios
Bibliotastic Readers Love Free Ebooks But Not Piracy
In a recent survey of bibliotastic.com users, when asked where they will get their books from in the future over 50% cited free ebook sites as their main source but only 2% admitted to pirate ebook sites. Online book retailers were cited by around a quarter of respondents while bricks-and-mortar book stores and libraries both scored under 10%. - June 16, 2011 - bibliotastic