Much like Byron Katie, Nancy Ballard's Loving You Essence Portraits can provide a simple yet extremely powerful transformational experience. Ballard's 'You Celebrating You' entry features Loving You Essence Portraits
Oprah Winfrey has put out a call for the next TV star. Author Nancy Ballard submitted her taped audition. Ballard's 'Loving You Essence Portraits' celebrates identity through art and demonstrates that we can all come to realize that we are perfect, regardless of our perceived imperfections.
"The 'Loving You Essence Portrait'," stated Ms. Ballard, "has proven again and again to allow the subject to begin to see themselves in a different light. Three different portraits are created over a short period of time. Between each pose, I discuss what that particular pose demonstrates about the person. It is amazing to watch how one's self image and core identity can be transformed through exploring how the person perceives the meaning of each particular rendition. It can often be compared to watching a butterfly emerge from a cocoon - the story unfolds as we translate emotion, passion and memory into forms with vibrant color."
Finalists will be chosen by public voting. The individuals who create the top five (5) videos will join the finalist pool. These finalists will fly to Los Angeles for the next round of the audition process. In Los Angeles, the producers will select ten (10) cast members for the television competition series. One (1) slot on the television competition series is guaranteed to go to one of the top five (5) online favorites.
The top five finalists will move on to the finals and the winner will be chosen by Oprah Winfrey.To view the audition go to http://bit.ly/dixe0M
Ms. Ballard is also available for interview and for speaking engagements. She can be reached using the information below or by email at nancyballard@me.com.
Profile:
Nancy J. Ballard is an author, an artist, a speaker and a caregiver. With an art therapy point-of-view, Nancy facilitates watercolor classes through Memories in the Making, an Alzheimer Association outreach program. She also developed an adjunct program for Dr. Bruce L. Miller’s Memory and Aging Center at UCSF.
Nancy partnered with Palm of Her Hand founder, Shiloh Sophia McCloud,in writing and illustrating The Caring One - A Story. A Journal. A Resource created for Alzheimer's Caregivers. Palm of Her Hand is a division of Cosmic Cowgirls Ink, LLC, a publishing company committed to creating positive media and tools for transformation.
Contact:
Nancy Ballard
1335 6th Avenue
San Francisco, California 94122
www.NancyBallard.com
Email: nancyballard@me.com
Friday, May 28, 2010
Author And Artist Nancy Ballard Auditions For Oprah's Search For The Next TV Star
Nancy Seifer, Co-Author of "When The Soul Awakens", Sees "Uncle Boonmee Who Can Remember His Past Lives" As Sign Of Awakening
This year's surprise winner at the Cannes Film Festival, “Uncle Boonmee Who Can Remember His Past Lives,” may be signaling that humanity is awakening to the reality of the soul. Nancy Seifer believes this award reflects a growing acceptance of reincarnation in the West, and may indicate a deeper shift in perspective on life and death
The Cannes Film Festival gave its top prize, the Palme d'Or, to “Uncle Boonmee Who Can Remember His Past Lives.” Filmed in Thailand and directed by Apichatpong Weerasethakul, this work is an exploration of reincarnation through a dying man’s journey of discovery.
“The fact that the Cannes Film Festival awarded the top prize to a film about recalling past lives is full of significance,” stated Ms. Seifer. “It’s another sign that humanity is awakening to the reality of the soul—the higher aspect of ourselves that evolves through lifetimes of experience. The award adds to the evidence—in public opinion polls and popular books—that reincarnation is gaining acceptance in the West. It says a great deal about the shift in awareness that has been taking place over the past few decades.”
Based on modern esoteric teachings known as the Ageless Wisdom, “When The Soul Awakens” was written for people who are awakening spiritually and want to learn about the nature of the soul, the higher self, and the evolution of consciousness. It focuses on this turning-point in human evolution when millions of people are awakening to higher truth and exploring the journey of transformation.
In a chapter entitled “Rebirth,” the book reveals that a sense of having lived before is a sign that the awakening soul has begun to recognize its own reality and to realize the continuity of life. This chapter also explores the fact that reincarnation has been accepted by enlightened individuals of all eras, cultures, and religions in the West as well as the East.
While many people around the world have come to view this period as “the end-time,” Ms. Seifer and her co-author, Martin Vieweg, focus on the current global crises as the birth pangs of a new era that will unfold beyond 2012. In their view, the rising tide of human suffering that has swept the planet since the start of this millennium has sparked an expansion of spiritual awareness among people everywhere.
Ms. Seifer and Mr. Vieweg were recently awarded a Silver Medal in the 2010 Nautilus Book Awards for “When The Soul Awakens,” placing them in the ranks of previous Nautilus award-winners such as Deepak Chopra, Eckhart Tolle, Carolyn Myss, and many others who have contributed to the universal stream of contemporary spirituality.
Rolland G. Smith, Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist, called "When the Soul Awakens“ the definitive work of research, eloquence and skillful attunement to the subject at hand.” John L. Petersen, world-renowned futurist, called it “a wonderfully written tapestry that not only illuminates the past, but also shines a bright light on what is on the horizon.” He added, “This is a very special, extraordinarily valuable volume for anyone who wants to actively participate in the biggest event in our history."
Seifer and her co-author Martin Vieweg are available for interview and can be reached using the information below or by email at booksatgwp@verizon.net. More information is available at their website at www.whenthesoulawakens.org. When The Soul Awakens is available wherever books are sold online and in bookstores everywhere.
Gathering Wave Press
Nancy Seifer and Martin Vieweg
When The Soul Awakens: The Path To Spiritual Evolution And A New World Era
ISBN: 978-0-9820047-0-8
Profile:
Nancy Seifer and Martin Vieweg have been studying and practicing the principles of the Ageless Wisdom for over thirty years. This book represents the harvest of their transformative journeys.
Nancy Seifer was an idealist and activist early in life, before finding her way to the spiritual path. During the 1960s, she was a Peace Corps volunteer in West Africa, a staff member at the African-American Institute in New York City, and an aide for ethnic affairs to New York City Mayor John V. Lindsay. In the 70s she directed a program on women and diversity at the Institute on American Pluralism, where she wrote numerous articles, papers, and chapters for anthologies. Her writings on American working-class women include a monograph (Absent From the Majority,1973) and a book (Nobody Speaks for Me!, 1976) that are still in use at colleges and universities.
In the late 70s, Nancy embarked on a quest for spiritual truth that led her to the ageless wisdom teachings, and to involvement in several visionary endeavors. While directing the Center for Peace through Culture, she travelled to the Soviet Union in 1986—a trip that sparked a decade-long immersion in post-Soviet Russia as spirituality was reemerging there. After writing Russian Odyssey (2003), a spiritual memoir born of that experience, she began work on When the Soul Awakens in an effort to make esoteric wisdom more accessible to a growing body of seekers.
Martin Vieweg has been a student, writer, and lecturer within the esoteric community for over three decades. Early in life he pursued a wide range of spiritual teachings and practices—from Ernest Holmes’ “Science of Mind” to Edgar Cayce’s “Search for God.” While working at the Association for Research and Enlightenment in Virginia Beach he lectured on reincarnation, dream study, and extra-sensory perception. In the mid-70s he enrolled in a program for esoteric training at the Lucis Trust, publisher of the Alice Bailey books. He later joined the headquarters staff of the Trust in New York City, serving as co-director of a global meditation project and frequent lecturer. More recently, Martin served for many years as Director of Data Management for the United Negro College Fund in northern Virginia, where he and his wife, Nancy, coauthored When the Soul Awakens.
Contact:
Gathering Wave Press
PO Box 2185
Reston VA 20190
Web: www.WhenTheSoulAwakens.org
Email: booksatgwp@verizon.net
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Class A Certification Awarded to Australian Lubricant Manufacturing Company (ALMC) Pty Ltd., Brisbane Australia, by
The Buker, Inc. organization, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is an international management education and consulting firm that works with manufacturing and distribution companies
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Class A Certification has been awarded to Australian Lubricant Manufacturing Company (ALMC) Pty Ltd., Brisbane, Australia by Buker Australasia Pty Ltd. Class A Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Certification is a recognized standard worldwide that is awarded to manufacturing and distribution companies that demonstrate best in class operating performance in their operations.
Australian Lubricant Manufacturing Company (ALMC) Pty Ltd., Brisbane, Australia is a joint venture of British Petroleum and Caltex. ALMC is the largest manufacturer of lubricants in Australia with three manufacturing facilities. ALMC is the 17th company in Australia the Buker organization has awarded Class A Certification and the 156th worldwide.
The Buker, Inc. organization, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is an international management education and consulting firm that works with manufacturing and distribution companies. Since 1979 Buker, Inc. has worked with the best manufacturing and distribution enterprises in the areas of Lean Manufacturing, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & Supply Chain Management and Six Sigma. Past and current clients include Rust-Oleum Corporation, Siemens Building Technologies, YKK-AP America,Inc., Highway Technologies,Inc, Perkin Elmer and Hu-Friedy Manufacturing among many others.
For more information go to the Buker, Inc. website, www.buker.com for free assistance to manufacturing questions (Ask The Expert) and free downloads of white papers on Lean Manufacturing, Class A Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and other World Class Manufacturing topics.
Contact:
Michael Tincher, President
Buker, Inc.
800 Main St.
Antioch IL 60002
www.buker.com
847-395-3050
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Astrid Harris, Author of Unstoppable Confidence, To Offer Coaching Session As Premium For Purchase Of Book On Thursday, May 27, 2010
Astrid Harris, life-coach and author of Unstoppable Confidence: A Life-Changing Workbook provides specific strategies to overcome shyness, develop confidence, self-esteem and assertiveness for success in any life situation. She will offer a 30 minute coaching session to one person who purchases her book from the Barnes and Noble website on Thursday, May 27, 2010
Unstoppable Confidence: A Life-Changing Workbook was written by life-coach and author Astrid Harris. Ms. Harris will offer a 30 minute coaching session to one person who purchases her book from Barnes and Noble on Thursday, May 27. Ms. Harris is in the running to achieve best seller status on that date. The coaching session, valued at $99, will be offered as a premium for the purchase of the book. The winner will be chosen from those who purchase the book from the Barnes and Noble website on May 27.
"In today’s economy," stated Ms. Harris, "so many people are concerned about keeping their jobs or finding new ones. Others are worried about losing their homes and their life-savings. Each of these common concerns can be a powerful adversary that can beat down someone’s self-confidence and self esteem. After several years of economic turbulence, many find it harder and harder to stay self-confident. The difference between those who succeed and those who do not is confidence.”
Unstoppable Confidence provides six breakthrough steps to help build self-confidence using case studies, exercises, assignments and empowering techniques. With Unstoppable Confidence, readers will find everything they need to succeed and the results can be phenomenal. "This workbook," stated Ms. Harris, "is like having your own affordable personal self-confidence coach. Sales of the book have been wonderful, putting me in a position to achieve best seller status on May 27. Anyone who purchases the book from Barnes and Noble on that date will be entered into a drawing to win the 30 minute coaching session. The winner will be notified by email by May 30."
Unstoppable Confidence is available in both hardcover and e-book formats at the author’s website and at Barnes and Noble at www.BarnesAndNoble.com. Ms. Harris is available for interview. She can be reached by using the information below or by email at astrid@polyglot-network.com.
Unstoppable Confidence
Astrid Harris
ISBN: 9781432738556
Profile:
Astrid Harris was born, raised and educated in Europe, studying law. As a successful life coach and motivator, Astrid Harris has a unique ability to help people break through barriers that limit their self-confidence in order to lead the life they dream.
Contact:
Astrid Harris
Email: astrid@polyglot-network.com
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Author Carmen Navarro-Talavera Helps Children Overcome The Fear Of Hurricanes in The Ant Lucy And The Hurricane
Hurricane season is swiftly approaching. All people suffer fear when hurricanes approach the US coastline, but children even more so. Author Carmen Navarro-Talavera helps children overcome their fear in The Ant Lucy And The Hurricane
Hurricane season is approaching quickly. The Ant Lucy and the Hurricane is purely a piece of fiction, but it is based on the reality of the dangers of hurricanes that many southern and water coastal areas in the United States are affected by greatly. The book teaches children and parents a new fun way to be prepared for the hurricane season and how to deal with this natural disaster as a family.
"The Ant Lucy and the Hurricane," stated Ms.Navarro-Talavera, "is a fun book that will teach not only the children, but also the entire family about the danger of this natural disaster. The book helps create awareness through Lucy and Lola's experiences with hurricane Javier. This book is different from others as the concepts speak to anyone from 5 year olds to grandparents. The illustrations are bright and fun. Included are homework assignments, Lucy's letter to parents and the Reader's theater, which can get the family together to have fun while they are learning."
In addition to a captivating story with beautiful illustrations, this children's book also contains:
A homework page
A to do supply list worksheet
A letter to parents from Lucy
A reader’s theatre to entertain the whole family
"The Ant Lucy and the Hurricane", Ms. Navarro-Talavera, "is also an excellent book for when children are waiting for the storm to arrive. Certainly nearly all children have a tendency to worry too much and get bored. The entire family can get involved with the play. This book is also written in Spanish and is titled "La hormiguita Lucy y el Huracan."
The Ant Lucy And The Hurricane, both English and Spanish versions is available at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, local bookstores and at her website. Ms. Navarro-Talavera can be contacted by email at lucytheant1@yahoo.com or by using the information below.
The Ant Lucy And The Hurricane
Carmen Navarro Talavera
ISBN 978-1438977881
Profile:
Carmen Navarro-Talavera was born in Somot, Nicaragua, and attended school to become an elementary teacher, a profession she worked in for five years. Afterward, she studied in the National University of Nicaragua in Managua, Nicaragua, to become a preschool teacher, and then continued on to Eckerd College in Florida to obtain a degree in human development.
Carmen's interest in writing in writing children's books started when she was a teacher in the rural mountains of Nicaragua and had no books available in her classroom. It was then that she began writing books using simple household and outdoor items such a craft paper, newspapers, magazines, insects and leaves.
Ms. Navarro-Talavera is available for media interview and can be reached using the information below. She has appeared on The Children's Authors Show, Channel 8 Tampa, Channel ABC7 Sarasota and has appeared in print in The Bradenton Herald and The Observer.
Contact:
Carmen Navarro-Talavera
20 Bishopscourt Rd.
Osprey, FL 34229
941-441-7621
www.LucyTheAnt.com
lucytheant1@yahoo.com
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Ami Moore The Chicago Dog Coach Shows Support For The Human-Animal Bond
Ami Moore, The Chicago Dog Coach, recently participated in the Bodhi Spiritual Center’s 2nd Annual Pet Blessing and Pet Memorial, facilitated by the Animal Ministry in the Connection Cafe in Chicago IL. She strongly supports the Bodhi’s 3rd Annual Pet Blessing and Pet Memorial in the Fall of 2010 and encourages all Chicago area dog owners to attend
Science has proven beyond a shadow of a doubt that human interaction with animals makes us happier, healthier and gentler with other people. By encouraging a spiritual connection with the animals in our lives we can honor the wild animals that need our help to survive.
”You needn’t look far," stated Ms. Moore, "for information on the importance of honoring our bond with animals. You have to go beyond the Dog Whisperer and get into the dog’s soul, as I teach in my book, The Alphatude Attitude.
At the Bodhi's 3rd Annual Pet Blessing and Pet Memorial event, people will come together to celebrate the lives of the animals who have touched their own lives with music, videos, pictures and stories. Tears, joy and heartfelt celebration of the lives of dogs and cats that make human lives whole will fill the room.
“Even the greatest vet schools in America," continued Ms. Moore, "Harvard, Cornell, Purdue and others are studying the benefits that we get when we allow well behaved animals into our heart. The Human-Animal Bond is the dynamic relationship between people and animals in that each influences the psychological and physiological state of the other. Human-animal interaction has profound physiological consequences. People, in the contact with animals experience a decrease in blood pressure, reduced anxiety, and a general feeling of well being. By observing the behavior of animals, children learn to be more nurturing and perhaps better parents to their own children. The therapeutic value of animals for socially isolated individuals in nursing homes, hospitals, hospices, and prisons has been documented. People in the presence of animals are often perceived to be more happy and healthy.”
”The important caveat is that the dog, cat or horse has to well-bred and well-behaved for dog owners to get the benefits. If the dog is hyper, fearful or aggressive, people don’t get the benefits.”
Ami Moore is widely recognized as one of America’s leading dog training masters. She has dovetailed her love of learning, her coaching skills and her love of dogs into the creation of a vibrant company that has enabled her to create harmony between homeowners and dogs in homes all over America. With over 20 years of experience in the field she invests a tremendous amount of time giving back to the community. As a dog trainer, personal coach and therapist, she assists non-profit organizations in creating and implementing therapy/service dog programs in schools, churches, community centers, prisons and other businesses.
"In my book, 'The Alphatude Attitude'", continued Ms. Moore, "I talk about how the human component, particularly the feelings of fear, anger and frustration, influence a dog's behavior. The human learning to control their emotions is an important part of this process. I always tell my clients that their dogs need leadership more than love. ‘Alphatude’ is the leadership attitude expressed in a way that the dog understands. Dogs don’t really understand abstractions like words or emotions. Dogs understand concrete communication: tone, body language and facial expression.”
Ami Moore has been featured in numerous industry publications, magazines and newspapers across the country. She writes as the Chicago Dog Training Expert for Examiner.com. She is available for interview and speaking engagements. She can be reached by email at chicagodogcoach@gmail.com. More information is available at the company’s website. The Alphatude Attitude is available at the AuthorHouse website listed below.
Profile:
Ami Moore, BS, COTA, CMT, CMVT, is a Credentialed Teacher and Adult Education Specialist, a Court Appointed Expert Witness for Dog Aggression, a Canine Behaviorist, a Nationally Certified Occupational Therapist, a WANT Institute Certified Personal Relationship Coach, a Native American Medicine Woman and Energetic Healer and is the author of Alphatude Attitude.
Ms. Moore has studied the role of the dog in modern life on five continents and in many different cultures which has given her an unique perspective on dog human relationships. She is a graduate of three highly rated dog training schools. She is skilled in three dog training methods: traditional training, clicker training and dog-friendly positive reinforcement electric collar training techniques. She has titled dogs in sports that require off-leash precision and reliability and has trained Service Dogs for adults and children with a wide variety of disabilities. Ms. Moore is a member of Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI), The Dog Writers Association of America (DWAA) and The National Institute of Canine Experts (NICE). Ms. Moore also writes as The Chicago Dog Training Expert at Examiner.com.
Contact:
The Chicago Dog Coach
Attn: A. Moore
910 W. Van Buren #242
Chicago IL 60606
888-364-4251
www.DogDoRight.com
chicagodogcoach@gmail.com
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Book Marketing, The 'Authors Marketing Powerhouse', Announces The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of May 17, 2010
Bookmarketing.ning.com serves as a community of authors and allows authors to upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book trailers. It also offers discussion forums, segmented groups and events listings. Facebook and Twitter integration are available
Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule.
Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book trailers. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter. The site is a joint collaboration, developed by Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.
"We believe this site offers a real opportunity for authors and publishers," stated Mr. McCauley, "as the site offers so many options, opportunities and possibilities. It can be treated as a place to create awareness of one's work while, at the same time, the site allows the author to network with like-minded individuals. The segmented groups allow for the exchange of book marketing ideas, while the discussion forums can serve as an educational resource for those who may have a need to increase their own knowledge in regards to creating marketing and publicity plans that produce real results. All of this can be integrated with social networking technologies. The site can serve as a centralized hub for book marketing activity, education and networking."
Group discussions include website design and search engine optimization, marketing and publicity, audio and video, writing fiction and writing non-fiction. There are segmented group discussion for children's authors and Christian authors. Forum discussions include book marketing strategies and website optimization strategies. Groups and discussions can be created by participants, subject to moderator approval. Help A Publisher Publish You (HAPPY), offered through eBroadcastMedia.com, is a weekly listing of publishers and agents sent to participants of the list service.
Appearances on The Authors Show, Internet radio and tv versions, are produced by Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com. The shows offer professionally produced radio and TV interviews that are broadcast worldwide. This upcoming scheduled radio lineup includes:
Jim McDonald, Kali Willows, Shawna Lynn, Phil Dunlap, Jack Perconte, Marsha Petrie Sue (Business), Ann Pritchard (Children), Dana Perri (Children), Kita Szpak (Children), Sarah Bolme (Christian), Susi Pittman (Christian) and Orlando Javien Jr. (Christian)
The upcoming TV lineup includes:
Meta Chaya Hirschl
"Our goal with this site," said Ms. Hampson, "is to create a one stop resource that covers all the bases in regards to creating success for authors in an Internet marketing environment. The colloboration between us allows authors to take advantage of getting the word out through Book Marketing, while participating in networking resources, group discussions, publisher information listings, full service audio and video production, publicity and marketing resources and much more, all found at one centralized location. As the site grows and evolves, the value of this resource will only increase."
Don McCauley is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show Radio. Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show radio group of programs, The Authors Show TV version and is the CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.
More information is available by visiting the Book Marketing site at http://bookmarketing.ning.com.
Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don@FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com.
Contact:
Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com
Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com
Friday, May 14, 2010
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Class A Certification Awarded to Thermo Fisher Scientific, Shanghai, China
The Buker, Inc. organization, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is an international management education and consulting firm that works with manufacturing and distribution companies
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Class A Certification has been awarded to Thermo Fisher Scientific, Shanghai, China by Buker, Inc. Class A Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Certification is a recognized standard worldwide that is awarded to manufacturing and distribution companies that demonstrate best in class operating performance in their operations.
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Shanghai, China is a manufacturer of scientific instruments for the medical, oil and gas, water, and law enforcement industries. Thermo Fisher Scientific, Shanghai is the second company in China awarded Class A Certification by Buker, Inc.
The Buker, Inc. organization, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois is an international management education and consulting firm that works with manufacturing and distribution companies. Since 1979 Buker, Inc. has worked with the best manufacturing and distribution enterprises in the areas of Lean Manufacturing, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) & Supply Chain Management and Six Sigma. Past and current clients include Rust-Oleum Corporation, Siemens Building Technologies, YKK-AP America,Inc., Highway Technologies,Inc, Perkin Elmer and Hu-Friedy Manufacturing among many others.
For more information go to the Buker, Inc. website, www.buker.com for free assistance to manufacturing questions (Ask The Expert) and free downloads of white papers on Lean Manufacturing, Class A Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and other World Class Manufacturing topics.
Contact:
Michael Tincher, President
Buker, Inc.
800 Main St.
Antioch IL 60002
www.buker.com
847-395-3050
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Dr. Joyce Willard Teal, Author Of 'Are You Raising One Of The Next Generations Of Hoodlums', Named Woman Of The Year By Upsilon Nu Zeta Chapter of Ze
Upsilon Nu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has named Dr. Joyce Willard Teal “2010 Woman of the Year". She also announces the release of her newest book, Are You Raising One Of The Next Generation of Hoodlums. In honor of National Children's Book Week, Dr. Teal will be holding a drawing and will award a copy of the book to the winner.
Upsilon Nu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. has named Dr. Joyce Willard Teal '2010 Woman of the Year'. In addition, the chapter's scholarship, which is awarded annually to a high school graduate who pursues post secondary education, has been named the Dr. Joyce Willard Teal’s Scholarship.
"I am honored," stated Dr. Teal, "to have been chosen as Upsilon Nu Zeta's 'Woman of the Year'. It is a distinct honor that I am particularly pleased to have bestowed upon me!"
Dr. Joyce Willard Teal is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University. She received a PH.D. in Counseling from Chelsea University and a Doctorate in Christian Counseling from Jacksonville Theological Seminary.
While teaching in Atlanta, Georgia where she lived and taught for six years, she was voted Teacher of the Year at the school, Long Middle School, and was an award-winning teacher in the Dallas Independent School District from which she retired in 2004. Her career path, however, took her through New Jersey, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Georgia and Virginia where she taught at the college level as well as reading/language arts to boys and girls in the public schools.
She began writing professionally in 1995 and has had several award-winning poems published. Her first book, It’s O.K. To Be Different, written for boys and girls between the ages of nine and fifteen, has since been published in a New Millennium Edition, and is currently being read by children as well as adults.
Since 1995, Dr. Teal has written numerous books for adolescents, including her trilogy in the “Don’t Sweat It, Kid" Series. The trilogy is targeted for an adolescent audience. Since Dr. Teal spent the bulk of her career as a teacher of language arts in middle school, she has written several books for youth at this level.
Dr. Teal also announces the release of the first book co-authored by her husband, Prince O. Teal, Are You Raising One of the Next Generation of Hoodlums. The book follows her very popular column titled, with the same name, which she writes for the Dallas Post Tribune. In addition to the Dallas Post Tribune, the column is also carried by The Georgia Informer in Georgia and The Vernon Daily Record in Vernon, TX. More syndication of the column is planned. The Dallas Post Tribune recently presented Dr. Teal with a certificate of appreciation for the monthly column.
In honor of National Children's Book Week, Dr. Teal will be giving away a copy of Are You Raising One of the Next Generation Of Hoodlums through a drawing that is open to the public. Those wishing to enter the drawing can do so by filling in a form located on her website at www.untealthen.com.
"My husband and I collaborated to write this book," Dr. Teal continued, "because I knew it needed a male and female perspective. I feel strongly that this book, Are You Raising One of the Next Generation of Hoodlums, can assist parents to raise children who will be proud of themselves and of whom they will be proud."
Dr. Teal is available for media interview and can be contacted using the information below. Participants in the giveaway for National Childrens Book Week can sign up at Dr. Teal's site at www.untealthen.com. Outlets wishing to contact Dr. Teal regarding syndication of her column can contact her by email at pjtealflash@tx.rr.com. Are You Raising One of the Next Generation Of Hoodlums is available at Dr. Teal's website and most online book retailers.
Are You Raising One of the Next Generation of Hoodlums
Dr. Joyce Willard Teal
ISBN 1-4241-7289-6
Profile:
Dr. Joyce Willard Teal is a much sought-after motivational speaker and workshop leader. Her speaking engagements include delivering one of her black history poems on the Capitol Steps in Washington, D.C., conducting a seminar for Oakland Presbyterian Church Women in beautiful Lake Tahoe, conducting a Black History Presentation for Lockheed Martin in Alexandria, VA and numerous other engagements throughout the past ten or more years.
Dr. Teal has been commended by the city of Fresno, CA for sharing her knowledge of genealogy, by the Dallas Independent School District with the Principles of Public Service Award, and by Harrell Budd Elementary School for her Black History presentation. She is also the 1998 recipient of the Excellence in Teaching Award. This award is sponsored by Shell Oil Company for the National Council of Negro Women. It is a prestigious award that only a few in the profession are privileged to receive. She has been the recipient of numerous other awards and commendations.
Contact:
Dr. Joyce Teal.
Web: www.untealthen.com
Email: pjtealflash@tx.rr.com
Phone: 214-349-7361
Author Linda Bryan Sabin Offers Book Giveaway To Schools In Honor Of National Childrens Book Week
Linda Bryan Sabin, author of The Sound Snatcher and CEO of Peeking Kitty Books, will offer a book giveaway to winning school classes in honor of National Children's Book Week. Entry dates for the contest are May 10 through May 28, 2010. Winners will be announced June 4, 2010
Linda Bryan Sabin, author of The Sound Snatcher and CEO of Peeking Kitty Books, will offer a book giveaway to winning school classes in honor of National Children's Book Week. Winning classes will be awarded a copy of The Sound Snatcher for each member of the class. The contest, designed to promote a love of reading and fun with words, is open to preschool children ages 3 to 5 and elementary schools K through 3.
“I want to give teachers a fun and useful tool to support literacy,” stated Ms. Sabin, “and spark imagination. Limited funding in schools across the country makes access to new books a challenge and I want to give children access to their very own hardcopy, environmentally friendly book.”
To enter the contest, teachers can visit www.peekingkitty.com to download contest forms and entry codes. Once this has been done, each teacher should have students write a short 4 to 10 sentence paragraph that answer the questions:
1. Why is reading important?
2. What I like most about reading or learning to read is . . .
Teachers can then email the top 3 responses to the questions to Ms. Sabin. Entry dates for the contest are May 10 through May 28, 2010. Winners will be announced June 4, 2010. Once a winner has been chosen, a book will be provided for each member of the class. Full details are available at the Peeking Kitty website.
The Sound Snatcher was written to help parents and teachers initiate real conversation with children and to build stronger bonds. The book features 'Let's Talk About The Book' pages. These pages provide simple questions for parents to ask their child to encourage discovery, learning and better one-to-one connections. It also contains 'The Words I Heard' pages. These pages offer a list of vocabulary words and definitions. Sabin uses fun, imaginative, multi-syllable words carefully chosen to expand a child's love of words and reading.
"I wrote this book," Ms. Sabin continued, "because I love writing and reading books that expose children to vibrant, expressive language and the use of 'real words'.”
Review copies of the book are available to teachers by contacting Linda Bryan Sabin at linda@peekingkitty.com. Ms. Sabin is available for media interview and can be contacted using the information below. The Sound Snatcher is available at the website.
The Sound Snatcher
Linda Bryan Sabin
Peeking Kitty Books.
ISBN: 978-0-9841633-0-4
Profile:
Linda Bryan Sabin is a born teacher and writer. She currently lives in the Bay Area California with her husband, their big dog and very small cat. Linda began her career as an elementary school teacher and now works as a leadership consultant for school reform
Linda’s goal with Peeking Kitty Books is to promote a love of language and spark imagination and discovery. Linda does not dumb down books for children. She gives readers a rich tapestry of expression through the use of rhythm, multi-syllable and sometimes nonsensical words.
The Peeking Kitty is not a primary character in any of Linda’s books but he is a major feature in all of them. Readers can hunt for the kitty on every page. He exemplifies the spirit of why Linda writes; the magic, discovery and confidence gained by discovering the power of words. Linda’s stories are written to stimulate imagination, curiosity and challenge readers to look at the ordinary with a new perception.
Linda believes that real learning happens when children experience a book read out loud, and have the opportunity to talk about what they just read. Linda’s goal is to move beyond literacy and develop articulate expressive communicators. In a generation of texting and tweeting, she believes it is important to promote the use of real words and creative expression.
Contact:
Linda Bryan Sabin
Peeking Kitty Books
www.peekingkitty.com
linda@peekingkitty.com
Monday, May 10, 2010
Author Renee Hand To Allow Children To Create A Character For Her Next Book In The Joe-Joe Nut Series
Renee Hand, author of the Crypto-Capers and Joe-Joe Nut series, will allow children to create a character for the book. Children can submit their characters and encourage family, friends and the public to vote for their favorites. The winning entry will be featured in the next installment of the book, and the book will be dedicated to the winner
In honor of book 1 of award-winning author Renee Hand’s new lower elementary children’s book series, The Adventures of Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill, The Great Pie Catastrophe, author Renee Hand is hosting a contest for children to become characters in one of her cases. The opportunity is for children to be able to create their own animal suspect.
The Joe-Joe Nut series is based on animal detectives who solve cases. The books are educational and fun using topics that children will learn from, such as animal tracks (for book 1) and rocks and minerals (for book 2, coming in the fall of 2010). Every book is unique, entertaining and yet full of interesting information that children will love to learn about.
For the contest, children will submit a character they created. The author will then post submissions on her website. Family, friends and the public will be able to read and vote for their favorites. The submission that receives the most votes will become a character in the next book.
"I decided to hold this contest," stated Ms. Hand, "in honor of my new lower elementary series titled, The Adventures of Joe-Joe Nut and Biscuit Bill, Case #1 The Great Pie Catastrophe. I am an author who writes for my readers. I want them to be involved in my books and make a connection with the characters. It is important to me. My goal is to not only entertain children, but to educate them as well, and all of my books accomplish this goal. This contest will help children understand the process an author goes through in creating a character and will be able to work with me on the development of that character in the story. As a thank you to the winner, not only will their character be a part of the story but it will be dedicated to them as well. The winner will also receive a signed copy from me. I am excited about this contest and wish luck to all. I look forward to reading the entries."
The contest begins on May 9 in honor of National Children's Book Week and will end on June 10th to allow time for everyone to develop and promote their characters.
For more information visit the author's website at www.ReneeAHand.com. Entries for characters should be submitted by email to thecryptocapersseries@gmail.com.
Renee Hand is available for media interviews and school visits. She can be reached using the information below or by email at TheCryptoCapersSeries@gmail.com. More information on the Crypto-Caper series and the Joe-Joe Nut series is available at Ms. Hand’s website at www.ReneeAHand.com. All of Ms. Hand’s books are available at any bookstore or from her website.
Profile:
Renee Hand is an award-winning author and educator, She has been writing for over twenty years and has been a published author for five years with six works published. She writes for various chronicles and newsletters, as well as writing reviews for authors of children´s books.
Ms. Hand’s awards include a Best 2006 Fantasy Romance award for Magic Hearts. Her second romance novel, Seduction of the Lonely Heart won a National Literary Award for Best Romance of 2007. The first book in her children's series, The Crypto-Capers in The Case of the Missing Sock, won a preferred choice award for 2009 by Creative Child Magazine.
Ms Hand has appeared in over 40 newspapers and blogs. She has been interviewed on ABC channel 12 and on various radio stations including Blog Talk Radio and The Children's Author Show. She has participated in over 100 events, which include book signings, libraries, book stores, charities, schools and festivals all over the United States. She is a member of the SCBWI (Society of Children´s Book Writers and Illustrators).
Contact:
Renee Hand
Web: www.ReneeAHand.com
Email: TheCryptoCapersSeries@gmail.com
Friday, May 7, 2010
Jennifer Swanson, Award Winning Author Of The Penny and Rio Series, Celebrates Childrens Book Week With Curriculum Giveaway
Jennifer Swanson’s award winning Penny and Rio early chapter book series features interactive books that lead to exceptional learning. To celebrate National Children's Book Week, she will be offering a curriculum giveaway. She also announces the release of the third book in the series, Penny and Rio: The Diamond Collar Adventure
To celebrate National Children's Book Week, Jennifer Swanson, author of the award winning Penny and Rio Series, will be offering a free copy of her curriculum suggestions to anyone who purchases a copy of Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting from her website. Designed by the author, Jennifer Swanson, M. S. Ed., the packet includes exciting and interesting ideas for how to use the Penny and Rio books in traditional or homeschool classrooms. Provoking discussion questions, interactive role-playing assignments, even suggestions of similar books for text-to-text connections will engage students and get them thinking like the dynamic canine detectives.
"Teachers and parents", stated Ms. Swanson, "will enjoy using these curriculum suggestions in any learning environment. In no time children will be seeing dogs in a new and fascinating light. Perhaps they will see they have a dog detective of their very own, right in their own backyard. The possibilities are limited only by a child's imagination."
The third installment in the award-winning Penny and Rio early chapter book series, Penny and Rio: The Diamond Collar Adventure, will be released in July 2010. In this book, the dynamic canine detectives escape from the backyard for the first time in search of a valuable diamond collar lost by Hannah, the beautiful show dog. As Penny and Rio search for the misplaced treasure, they encounter Ted, the lovable but clumsy collie, Sarge, the belligerent and forceful German shepherd, and an obstacle of epic proportions. Just when it feels like Penny has reached the end of the adventure, the prize is ripped from her grasp. Solving this new problem will take all the ingenuity and determination these dog detectives can muster.
"I am thrilled," continued Ms. Swanson, "to announce the release of the third book in the Penny and Rio series. This exciting adventure will have readers digging, sniffing and jumping through obstacles right along with the canine detectives as they clear the hurdles to complete this adventure on time. The suspenseful ending will throw the reader a loop as the intrepid pet detectives must use their heads to solve the problem like never before."
The release of the third Penny and Rio book will be quickly followed by the release of the first two Penny and Rio books in Thailand in late summer 2010. Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting and Penny and Rio: The Locked Doghouse Mystery have been translated to Thai for marketing and distribution to the children of Thailand for later this year. The series is also being distributed in France by Mariposa Press.
Ms. Swanson’s books have won numerous industry awards. Both of her books, Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting, and Penny and Rio: The Locked Doghouse Mystery, have won a Mom’s Choice Silver Awards for Juvenile Fiction – Early Reader. The Mom’s Choice Awards esteemed panel of judges includes educators, media and other experts as well as parents, children, librarians, performing artists, producers, medical and business professionals, authors, scientists and others. They have both been awarded The Dove Foundation’s Family-Approved Seal.
In addition to writing books about dogs, Jennifer is committed to helping animals. She firmly believes in adopting dogs, and has taught her children the same values. In support of this goal, Jennifer donates a portion of her proceeds to a local Jacksonville pet rescue organization, G.R.E.A.T Rescue. The organization rescues and rehabilitates golden retrievers and places them in their new and forever homes. Jennifer has also recently teamed with Pawsitive Pets, a local organization that takes dogs into schools to help children learn to read.
To participate in the National Childrens Book Week curriculum giveaway, visit www.pennyandrio.com/buy and purchase The Mysterious Backyard Meeting. Be sure to put your request for the curriculum in the comments section.
Ms. Swanson is available for interview and can be reached using the information below or by email at PennyAndRio@yahoo.com. More information is available at her website at www.PennyAndRio.com. Her books are available Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, IndiePendent Books and at her website.
Profile:
Jennifer Swanson has been writing since the age of 5. A 1990 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Jennifer pursued her other love of science and became a prep school chemistry teacher. Her Navy career took her to Norfolk, VA where she was stationed with her husband, Jon.
Her life changed forever when they adopted Penny, their first dog. Penny was a wonderful addition to their family and less than a year later, they adopted Rio, her best pal. Jennifer kept writing during the next several years as she raised three children, supported her naval officer husband and taught both part and full time.
Today Ms. Swanson continues to work on the Penny and Rio series and recently received her Masters in Education. Jennifer is employed as a middle school science instructor for John Hopkins University’s Center for Talented Youth.
Jennifer is an active member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers. She regularly attends the Florida branch of SCBWI’s conferences in Orlando and Miami. She is also a member of the Florida Writer’s Association.
Contact:
Jennifer Swanson
13780 Harbor Creek Place
Jacksonville, FL 32224
Phone (904) 992-6955
Web: www.PennyAndRio.com
Email: PennyAndRio@yahoo.com
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Author Carolyn Vines Believes Single Black Women Must Learn To Travel Beyond The Identity Society Imposes Upon Them
A recent Washington Post article brought to light the fact that public awareness regarding the one-dimensional portrayal of black women is growing. In her soon to be released book, Black and (A)broad, author Carolyn Vines encourages single black women to reject those blindly accepted societal limitations
Carolyn Vines, author of Black and (A)broad, encourages black women searching for meaningful relationships to reject the limitations and identities imposed upon them by society. She offers inspiration to all black women regardless of age.
"Limitations on black female sexuality," stated Ms. Vines, "arguably the most intimate marker of identity, are subliminal and blatant. The media and entertainment industry are examples of the former. They have told us that we're either too matronly or too loud and sassy to be in a legitimate relationship. The black community at large has threatened aggression (stares, comments, violence) or ostracism if our sexuality is disloyal to black men and we choose to date outside the race."
"To protect their daughters," she continued, "our mothers have blatantly warned us never to depend on a man for anything. Too many of our fathers have not been present to teach us how to be intimate with a man, regardless of race. We black women must challenge these limitations on our identity and potential."
Helena Andrews, another author who speaks to the same subject, was recently profiled in the Washington Post. Movie rights to Andrews' book were picked up before the book was finished. The soon to be produced movie demonstrates that public awareness regarding the one-dimensional portrayal of black women is growing. But Ms.Vines believes the problems run even deeper. She believes that much of the problem is the result of black women buying into racism and sexism.
"Americans," stated Ms. Vines, "regardless of race, gender and ethnicity, have bought into racism and sexism. Sadly, this legacy of internalized racism and sexism continues to be embedded in our collective identity despite electing our first black president, Barack Obama. How bleak will the results future be for black female identity, which has historically born the burden of internalized racism and sexism?"
Black And Abroad describes how after moving from New Orleans Carolyn finds herself in the land of windmills, wooden shoes and endless gray skies. As she moves away from the remnants of her tragic childhood and America’s obsession with race, she is plunged into the depths of homesickness and depression. She travels through motherhood and a career change, and her determination is put to the test. On the way to self-discovery, she ends up finding love, soul sisters and is inspired to travel beyond the limits imposed upon her by race. In this mid-life memoir, Carolyn writes candidly about how being mistaken for a prostitute in Austria, losing her passport in Cuba and dealing with Dutch people on their bikes (among other quirky adventures) have changed her ideas about being a black woman in the world. Black and (A)broad is to be released in August 2010.
Ms. Vines is available for interview and can be reached using the information below or by email atcarolynvines@yahoo.com. More information on her forthcoming book is available at her website at www.blackandabroad.com.
Profile:
Carolyn Vines hails from Indianapolis, USA. Her passion for language has led her to teach Spanish, English and literature at universities in America and The Netherlands. It has also led her into a career as an author, editor and translator. Her work has been published in local Dutch English language papers and The Telegraph. She speaks Spanish and Dutch and last year translated a novel by a critically-acclaimed Curaçaoan author. As the result of her life experiences, she believes it is possible to travel beyond identity and offers inspiration to travel beyond limitations.
Ms. Vines’s website was the 2009 Black Weblog Award Winner for Best International Blog. She is currently writing her first book about her twenty years’ experience living and traveling abroad. Look for Black And (A)broad early in August of 2010.
Contact:
Carolyn Vines
www.blackandabroad.com
carolynvines@yahoo.com
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