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Excerpt of Review & Press Release of Afternoon Tea by J. R. LaGreca, March 5, 2009

This review can be found in the Kingman Daily Miner, NewsBlaze, and will appear in Affaire De Coeur Magazine in a couple of months. Desert Independent also will be running it in their weekly edition, and Midwest Book Review will run it in April edition. - April 01, 2009 - Jody R. LaGreca

New Website Saves Writers from Their Monsters

New website Monster-Whisperer.com shows writers how to tackle the Monsters they will meet on the road to publication. - April 01, 2009 - The Monster Whisperer

Underground Cartoonist Hurricane Nancy Kalish Panzika is Back After 40 Years

Underground Cartoonist Hurricane Nancy (http://www.hurricanenancy.com) Kalish Panzika, the first female underground cartoonist from the 1960’s, acknowledged by Trina Robbins as her inspiration to try some of her own strips for the East Village Other is back at work after 40 years. - April 01, 2009 - Hurricane Nancy

Author Launches New Twitter Experiment

Author uses social networking outlet to find new readers and entertain established ones. - April 01, 2009 - Gayle Trent

The Party Animals Are Heading to Guantanamo Bay

The Party Animals Live will be donating their services beginning April 17, 2009 traveling to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba for another Armed Forces Entertainment (AFE) tour. The Party Animals Live is a “one stop shop” in providing children entertainment and will be throwing two huge bashes, April 19 and 20 in celebration of "Month of the Military Child." - March 31, 2009 - The Party Animals, LLC

Survey: do You Believe in Ghosts?

Mystery Author offers no-strings attached survey and free drawing to win one of her books. - March 31, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com

Poetry Thrives Online: Check Out Free Poetry Sites for National Poetry Month (April)

Poet T. S. Eliot may have called April "the cruelest month," but for today's poets, it's National Poetry Month in the US. Bookstores seem to be doing well in this economic crisis, and poetry thrives online. So readers should be able to find all of the poetry they want--and they can, for free, online, including free poetry e-books, like Michael Dickel's The World Behind It, Chaos. - March 31, 2009 - Michael Dickel, Poet and Photographer

#4 in the Rex Graves Mystery Series to be Published

"Dark Side of the Moor," the fourth in the Rex Graves Mystery series by C.S. Challinor, is to follow "Christmas is Murder" (September 2008), "Murder in the Raw" (May 2009), and "Phi Beta Corpse." The Rex Graves titles are published by Midnight Ink Books, the mystery imprint of Llewellyn Worldwide. - March 30, 2009 - C.S. Challinor

Not Lame Records is Pleased to Present Dw. Dunphy's Enigmatic

Enigmatic, the new album by Dw. Dunphy, is now available through Not Lame Records, the esteemed power-pop label and sales venue. - March 30, 2009 - Introverse Music Ltd.

Beverly Eakman Author and Education’s Whistleblower to be Featured Interview on KAJO Radio

Beverly Eakman author of four books exposing the “dumbing-down” of our children will be interviewed live on KAJO radio April 8,2009. She will be discussing the real purpose behind mental health screening tests. - March 30, 2009 - Beverly Eakman - Author, Columnist, Key Note Speaker

Encouragement for Christians Struggling in the Current Economy

Lulu.com Publishes LOADED WITH BENEFITS by Ollie and Daisy Buckner - March 29, 2009 - Ollie and Daisy Buckner

Tough Times Require Tough Tactics - the Corporate Dominatrix Uses Six Mistress Roles to Survive and Thrive at Work

Using the tools of the professional dominatrix, Robyn shows women how to succeed in business by employing the tactics of six mistress archetypes: Goddess, Queen, Governess, Amazon, Nurse and Schoolgirl. For a “dominatrix” in everyday life the key to effectiveness is being switchable – knowing when to be firm and direct, and when to be flexible and accommodating. The woman who is the Corporate Dominatrix can dominate without being domineering, and is confident enough to intuit what her clients or colleagues want and to respond accordingly. - March 28, 2009 - Lisa Robyn

Scott McCurry Releases New Album at Houston's House of Blues

Accomplished Dallas Musician launches third alt rock album, “Go On & Do Your Thing,” April 2nd, 2009 at the Houston House of Blues with CD party and concert. - March 28, 2009 - Scott McCurry

Marc Winstanley, Internationally Known Devonshire Artist, Recent Works Coming to San Antonio’s Pam’s Patio Kitchen, April 1 - 30

Recent works from the Liverton, Devon, studio of English artist Marc Winstanley on exhibit the entire month of April at Pam’s Patio Kitchen, Tuesday through Saturday, between 11 am and 3 pm, and again at 6:00-9:30 pm. The venue, located at 11826 Wurzbach Road off Lockhill Selma in northwest San Antonio, is an art space that happens to serve terrifically good market fresh food in its zagat rated restaurant, with both indoor and outdoor patio seating. - March 28, 2009 - Marc Winstanley

Fourth Book Published by Santosh Kalwar

Santosh Kalwar born 1982 in Nepal and currently living in Finland has published yet another book, with subtitle, "…109 Quotes, 07 Poems and a Song of Despair…" published by Lulu.com, This is the fourth book written by Mr. Kalwar after Nature God (2008), Human behavior on the... - March 28, 2009 - Santosh Kalwar

Art Feminine Exhibit May 29-June 7, 2009 at Austin Art Space

Three women artists explore the nature of femininity on paper, canvas and even the side of a barrel. Interpretative, contemporary and representational works that range from sparse to dense by Clare Hees, Keva Richardson and Debbie Willhite. About the Artists Resident artists at Austin Art Space... - March 28, 2009 - Austin Art Space

Founders to Appear on Radio Interviews

Whitt, Payne Get to Chat With Fans - March 28, 2009 - Lumination

New Book Release: Benny Buggles and the Termite Elimination

Author William Just pens a tale about a little termite with big dreams. - March 28, 2009 - Just Publishing

Guild Works Productions Celebrates Release of New Series

Northampton Comic Store serves as the setting for Hell’s Blood #1 Release - March 28, 2009 - Guild Works Publications

Change and Democracy in the Middle East: Middle Eastern Researcher Defends the New Middle East

Nassim Yaziji's second book "In Defense of the New Middle East: A Neo-Internationalist Perspective" has been published, advocating the new Middle East as a domestic and international necessity through the due change and democracy, and explaining this change through the Middle East's key realities and political developments the book analyzes. - March 28, 2009 - Nassim Yaziji

Singer Menoosha Performs at the British Live and Unsigned Talent Competition

Menoosha has been given the big thumbs up by judges at the Live and Unsigned auditions. - March 27, 2009 - Menoosha

Debut Author Has a Book Signing in Tustin on March 27th

A local Orange County poet has just published his first book, Experiencing Divinity, Sharing Awakening, containing his poems, prayers and true stories from his life. He is doing a reading and book signing this Friday. - March 27, 2009 - Kundan

Latest Ted L. Nancy Book Sells Well

Continuing strong sales from established author and author now writing new book in this series along with information of a TV Pilot by a major Television Studio. - March 26, 2009 - Mr. Ted L. Nancy

Desert Storm/Cluemanatti Inc. Introduces New R&B Sensation Rhea

With her debut single ‘Choreographer’ already blazing the Billboard charts, Rhea is poised to be the next breakout star - March 26, 2009 - Rhea

Mallika to Contest Lok Sabha Elections 2009 MP Candidate from Gandhinagar for Lok Sabha 2009

Mallika’s candidature brings hope and gives a way forward in imagining an alternative view of politics and in putting faith in making it possible. - March 26, 2009 - Mallika Sarabhai

Affordable Luxury: Childrens Portraits Are the New Status Symbol

With challenging economic times persisting, people are spending more time at home and are looking for affordable luxuries. Portraiture, especially portraits of children is “The New Status Symbol,” according to Boston Home Magazine. - March 26, 2009 - Melody Phaneuf Paintings

Romantic-Thriller Author Denise Robbins to Sign Books in Manchester

Salem resident Denise Robbins will be doing double duty at the Made in New Hampshire Expo, March 27-29, signing her newly-released romantic-thriller novel It Happens in Threes and selling the homemade chocolate treats she makes at her side business “Sweets by Denise.” Stop by to pick up... - March 26, 2009 - Denise Robbins

The Buckinghams Coming to Norfolk's Infinity Music Hall and Bistro, May 2nd

The Buckinghams will perform at the historic Infinity Music Hall on Saturday, May 2, at 7 pm. The newly restored intimate venue, located on Route 44 in northwest Connecticut, is the concert setting to feature Solid Gold 60s hits by the Chicago natives, including Kind of a Drag; Mercy, Mercy, Mercy; Hey Baby, They're Playing Our Song; plus songs from their new CD, Reaching Back. For tickets, contact Infinity's Box Office at 860-542-5531 or e-mail boxoffice@infinityhall.com - March 25, 2009 - The Buckinghams

The Buckinghams Celebrate Coleraine Centennial in Concert April 17, at Greenway Auditorium

The Buckinghams are set to entertain for Coleraine, Minnesota's 100th anniversary at a concert Friday, April 17th, 7:30 pm, at Greenway High School Auditorium. The Buckinghams are best known for their hits Kind of a Drag, Hey Baby They're Playing Our Song, Don't You Care, Mercy, Mercy, Mercy, and Susan. Reserved seating is $30 with Centennial Special of 4 tickets for $100. Contact Reif Center Box Office 218-327-5780 or www.reifcenter.org/wheretobuy.html for ticket info. - March 25, 2009 - The Buckinghams

Author’s Life-Changing Experiences with Horses Attract International Visitors for Exclusive Workshops on “Understanding the Infinite”

Remarkable setting and four award-winning books in three years introduce the message of horses as spiritual equals, teachers, and healers on Gateway 2 Ranch Life Changing Retreats. - March 25, 2009 - Liz Mitten Ryan

Local Author Explores "Hudson River Lighthouses & History"

Author and photographer Kevin Woyce has recently published his second book, Hudson River Lighthouses & History. The book begins with Henry Hudson’s exploration of the river in 1609, and includes chapters on each of the river’s historic lighthouses, eight of which still... - March 24, 2009 - Kevin Woyce, Author & Photographer

New Way for Authors to Meet with Their Readers: Boulder, CO Author to Meet with South Padre Island Book Club via Skype

Authors' goal is to donate portions of book proceeds from Maggie: The Dog Who Changed My Life, released in July, 2008 to animal rescue groups. Her goal is also to reach those grieving from the loss of their pets to offer them support (through her book) in their time of grief. To learn more visit the author's website at www.dawnkairns.com and her blog at www.maggiethedogwhochangedmylife.blogspot.com. - March 24, 2009 - Dawn Kairns

New Book of Love Poetry and Haiku Released by Robert Ropars

A new collection of poetry and haiku now available. - March 24, 2009 - Robert Ropars

The Alien Deception - New Book

The Alien Deception by Nigel Watson explores the alien abduction phenomenon from its historical origins to the present-day. - March 23, 2009 - Nigel Watson

NY Giants’ Antonio Pierce to Host Overtime Comedy Jam - Tickets on Sale Now

New York Giants Pro Bowl Linebacker Antonio Pierce will host the Overtime Comedy Jam on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at the Comedy Union located at 5040 W. Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. The featured comics, Chris Spencer, Alex Thomas, Kym Whitley, David Arnold and Rodney Perry have joined together in... - March 23, 2009 - Antonio Pierce

Morbidgames Seeks Talented Writers for New Steampunk Fantasy Book

Morbidgames is looking for writers of all backgrounds to contribute to Ave Molech Lore: Forgotten Mythos, the second book in the Lore Series due out this summer. Ave Molech Lore: Forgotten Mythos is a compilation of extended backgrounds on the races, organizations, classes, places, and characters... - March 21, 2009 - Morbidgames

4-Year Old Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer!” Wins Maury’s Most Talented Kids 2009 National TV Contest

Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer!”®, continues to rock the talk show world. Today he was named the winner of “Maury’s Most Talented Kids 2009 National TV Contest” with his performance from the show that aired on March 3, 2009. - March 21, 2009 - Julian Pavone

Local Author Publishes Book About Worldwide Spiritual Phenomenon

Sonoma County California author J. Scott Husted has written his first book about a burgeoning worldwide spiritual phenomenon, The House of Prayer, and published it with Lulu.com, the online marketplace for publishing and digital content. Mr. Husted, who presently lives between California and South... - March 21, 2009 - J. Scott Husted

Mystery Thriller Now Available in Kindle Books from Amazon.com

As the Twig is Bent by Joe Perrone Jr. is moving up the charts on the Kindle Book Listings. - March 20, 2009 - Author Joe Perrone Jr. d/b/a Escarpment Press

J.L. Lewis, Two Time PGA Tour Champion and Author Signs Sports Marketing Representation Agreement with The Mark Andrew Group

Two time PGA TOUR Champion, PGA of America Class A Member and Author of "Golf Tips from the Tour," Tour Proven Secrets Revealed, J.L. Lewis has signed a sports marketing agreement with veteran sports business executive Mark Andrew Zwartynski, CEO of The Mark Andrew Group a Dallas/Fort... - March 20, 2009 - Mark Andrew Group

Dom Perignon Champagne Bottles Become Chinese Molotov Cocktails in the Hands of Artist R. Lloyd Ming

Cutting edge conceptual artist R. Lloyd Ming creates weapons as sculpture from Dom Perignon Champagne bottles to symbolize China's wealth and size as a crushing force against Tibet. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

Artist Upsets Families of Soldiers Killed in Iraq with a Controversial New Sculpture

Artist R. Lloyd Ming’s New sculpture called ‘For the Love of Oil’ is not about American soldiers who have died in Iraq, but the artist recently received protest mail from some of their families who think that it is. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

New York-Based Artist Depicts Playboy Bunny Logo as a Deity

As a commentary on censorship in China, hot new artist R. Lloyd Ming creates a sculpture in which Buddha experiences true enlightenment by worshiping the Playboy Bunny logo as a modern-day golden calf. - March 19, 2009 - R. Lloyd Ming Studio

The Buckinghams to Appear in Benefit Concert for Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation

Chicago 60s Pop Rock band, The Buckinghams, will be featured entertainment at the Riverwalk Amphitheatre in Montgomery, Friday, April 10. - March 19, 2009 - The Buckinghams

Vegans Can't Eat Anything! Says Author

Lancashire UK author, Catherine Greenall, has written a 134 page glossy cookbook, ‘Vegans Can’t Eat Anything!’ which is available now from the publisher Lulu.com and Amazon.com. The author, a long-term vegan, decided to write the cookbook to help inspire vegans, those catering for... - March 19, 2009 - Catherine Greenall

2009 Cost of Laughing Index Down 1.3%

2009 Cost Of Laughing Index Down 1.3% First Decrease in Index History. Has Deflation Hit Whoopee Cushions? There's some good economic news and some better economic news. The wholesale price of rubber chickens held steady while dancing chicken telegrams plunged $100 according to the 2009 Cost of... - March 19, 2009 - Malcolm Kushner

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