Author Patricia Gambarelli Releases New Cookbook, ‘The Four Seasons Of Gourmet Entertaining - With The World At Your Table’

Gambarelli is an accomplished culinary teacher and writer. ‘The Four Seasons of Gourmet Entertaining’ features two hundred recipes that take the reader on a worldwide gastronomic tour to America, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Greece and Thailand

Author Patricia Gambarelli is proud to announce the release of her newest book, ‘The Four Seasons of Gourmet Entertaining’. This marvelous new cookbook includes culinary creations from around the globe – America, Italy, France, Germany, Spain, Greece and Thailand. The new book also includes an array of recipes for appetizers, main courses, desserts, party fare and even recipes from ‘Famous Foodies.’

"This book," Patricia stated, "offers fabulous, creative, recipes as well as suggestions for forming a reader’s own Gourmet or Dinner Club. The impressive variety of recipes also affords the reader opportunities to mix and match exceptional courses to create their own menus.”

Patricia Gambarelli’s experience is as varied as it is extensive. As Food and Wine Editor for the Brunswick Beacon in Shallotte, NC, she wrote the weekly 'Let's Cook' column for four years and wrote a monthly column for four years for Gold Coast Gazette in Glen Cove, NY, reviewing New York City and Long Island restaurants. Patricia was a cooking school owner and instructor for eleven years and taught four-week sessions of classical Italian cuisine, including appetizers, meat, fish, poultry, vegetables, salad and dessert. She has conducted one-day workshops that included pasta/sauces, breads, and holiday desserts to private groups, corporate and individual classes. Guest instructors included Mary Beth Clark, Owner of International School of Food and Wine in Bologna, Italy, and Markus Farbinger, former Pastry Chef at Le Cirque and Pastry Department Head at Culinary Institute of America.

She also served as Culinary Director of Long Island Wine & Food Society, Assistant Coordinator of Special Events where she created and conducted cooking workshops and wine classes. She was a Faculty Member at Great Neck School of Continuing Education and was a Guest Chef/Instructor at Macy’s Marketplace and A&S in Long Island, NY.

Patricia is also the creator and coordinator of the Gourmet Group at Sea Trail Resort in Sunset Beach, NC, now in its fifteenth year. “We have dined together, laughed together (and sometimes complained together), drank wine together, all the while having fun through the magic of food.”

Patricia Gambarelli is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at letscook@atmc.net.  ‘The Four Seasons Of Gourmet Entertaining’ is available at her website. More information is available at the site.

Profile:

Patricia Gambarelli is an accomplished culinary writer and teacher. Though she started out in the field of chemistry, Pat switched career paths to satisfy a desire to teach as well as to indulge her passion for her Italian heritage. She taught cooking classes for eleven years, which was the motivation for her first book, Pasta for Men Only. She served as Food and Wine Editor for Long Island and North Carolina newspapers. Patricia served on the Board of Directors for the New York Association of Cooking Teachers, was a member of the International Association of Culinary Professionals, and has studied under master chefs, including Guliano Bugialli and Marcella Hazan. She also served as Culinary Director for the Long Island Wine and Food Society, and participated in several projects for the James Beard Foundation. After moving to North Carolina, she enjoyed organizing and directing the Sea Trail Gourmet Club, which involved the complex scheduling of over 120 members. The Gourmet Club is the inspiration for her new book, The Four Seasons of Gourmet Entertaining.

Contact:

Patricia Gambarelli
http://www.PatriciaGambarelli.com
letscook@atmc.net

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Wichita Kansas Christian Devotional Author And Speaker Kristi Burchfiel Now Appearing On The Authors Show

Kristi Burchfiel is a Christian devotional author and speaker who believes in ‘living in the world while living out the word’. In her recent appearance on The Authors Show she discusses her newest work, ‘The Decay Within – A Study Of Amos’. Her show will run through April 30, 2013

Christian devotional author and speaker Kristi Burchfiel will appear on The Authors Show through April 30, 2013. In her interview she discusses one of her latest works, ‘The Decay Within – A Study Of Amos’.

Kristi writes applicable Bible Studies. Her works include ‘Without Regrets: A Study Of Ecclesiastes’ and an ebook series entitled ‘The Daily Devotional Series’. Several years ago, God led Kristi Burchfiel through some difficult times in her personal life. Only by studying the truths found in the Bible did she find the answers she needed to get her life back on track.  She now works daily to continue putting those truths into practice.  She is passionate about studying the Bible and invites others to share in the peace of God through the truths found in God’s word. As a Christian devotional author, she believes in living in the world while living out the Word.

“As a Christian devotional author,” Burchfiel stated, “I am passionate about writing online devotions and bible studies for women and men. A Christian devotional is more than just words on a page, and more than reading through Bible study topics. A true Christian devotional takes bible study topics and bible tools and looks at the truths found in God’s word and then shows people how to apply those truths to their life. Just knowing the word of God is not enough - we must live it out.”

In addition to writing Christian devotionals, Kristi speaks on a variety of different topics including sections from her Bible study books, devotionals, life lessons, personal testimony and the book publishing process. She has been the keynote speaker for women's conferences, led workshops during all day events, and delivered the message in worship services and Sunday School classes. She has also spoken with literacy groups and has appeared numerous times in interviews for websites, radio, and television. She also provides an online devotional for the day and other Bible tools.

“Personally,” Burchfiel continued,  “I like to have something to learn and focus on each day, but I can’t always remember multiple points. This is why having a devotional for the day is so important to me and why I write online devotionals for women and men. I want to help people to take time to study God’s Word, even if it’s only briefly, so they can have a truth they can focus on for the day.”

A recent Amazon review stated, “In this study, author Kristi Burchfiel does an excellent job of taking the past and bringing it home to the present. She carefully and thoughtfully takes you through the entire book of Amos providing both insight and wisdom in terms that are simple and easy to follow. In addition, she also provides probing thoughts and questions that help you dig deep from within and hopefully, bring application for the here and now.”

Kristi Burchfiel is available for media interviews and speaking engagements. She can be reached using the information below, or by email at k_burchfiel@yahoo.com. More information is available at her website. All Kristi’s books, Christian devotionals, Bible studies for men and women and ebooks are available at Amazon.com and at her website.

Profile:

Kristi Burchfiel grew up in Valley Center, Kansas and received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Oklahoma Baptist University in Shawnee, Oklahoma. She and her husband,  D Burchfiel have been married for 13 years. She resides in Wichita Kansas where D is the pastor of Southwest Baptist Church.

Contact:

Kristi Burchfiel
www.kristiburchfiel.com
k_burchfiel@yahoo.com

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Florida Author Walter Ramsay Releases New Novel, 'Coastal Access', Murder Mystery Featuring Investigative Journalist Tucker Lee Anderson

Walter Ramsay’s new book is a murder mystery novel that is steeped in mystery, suspense, graft, greed, Florida history and shady real estate schemes, all blended deftly with humor. The new book features sports writer turned investigative journalist Tucker Lee Anderson

Florida Author Walter Ramsay has released ‘Coastal Access’. ‘Coastal Access’ is a murder mystery set in Florida. The book is set apart and defined by its emphasis on local Florida history and includes elements of mystery, suspense, graft, greed and shady real estate schemes hatched by high ranking officials. 'Coastal Access' brings back Ramsay's popular character from ‘Beneath The Dune’, sports writer turned investigative journalist Tucker Lee Anderson.

"I wrote this book," stated Mr. Ramsay, "for the pure enjoyment of my fans. After the success of Beneath The Dune, many readers wanted me to continue with the Magnum P.I. like character, Tucker Lee Anderson. I enjoy incorporating 'real' locations into my novel that people can recognize. Even though the characters are fictitious, the locations are real and people can identify and relate to the locations. History of the selected areas is also authentic."

"Coastal Access concerns the area of Florida that 'time forgot'. Many people are familiar with the so called waste land that lies west of Interstate 95 through Central Florida, but seldom pay little attention too. I have decided to raise the question, "what if...?" with regards to those millions of acres. The story is VERY relevant to concerns many people have about our future and what could eventually happen to this virgin land if it fell into the hands of unscrupulous people."

In Florida, Interstate 95 snakes from the Georgia state line to Miami in an uninterrupted run of coastal cities. The country that lies west of the interstate however is often referred to as a wasteland, a no-man’s territory fit only for those who can stand the dank heat of a swamp. So when Judge Arnold Galley and his consortium seem intent on acquiring over a million and a half acres of this fetid real estate just west of the highway, many heads begin to turn. Why does he want it so bad?

That question intrigues Tucker Lee Anderson, a divorced sports reporter down on his luck. Not long after his discovery of the judge’s prodigious real estate lust, he finds himself plunged into the middle of a massive murder cover-up that involves the magistrate as well. Suddenly, the sports scribe has turned into an undercover investigative reporter who must piece together the puzzle to find out why so many people want or need the judge’s coastal access.

The mystery’s roots are deep and old. To crack the case, Tucker will have to draw on the knowledge contained in his family’s Deep Southern lineage, which dates back to a time before the Civil War. He is aided in his quest by Craig, a detective and childhood friend, whose law enforcement connections will prove invaluable for his investigation and even for his own personal safety.

Yet Tucker’s most startling source of help is a mysterious stranger named Doug. After being presumed dead for decades, he has returned to Florida for unexplained reasons. Eventually, Tucker will find that Doug plays an unexpectedly large role in his life and will let him understand how his fate is intimately tied to the real estate greed of the judge’s consortium.

‘Coastal Access’ is available through most Internet book outlets. . Walter Ramsay is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at penabeachpress@gmail.com. More information is available at Mr. Ramsay's website.

Profile:

As a long time teacher and coach in New Jersey, Walter praises public education and the dynamic students it produces.  When not at the Jersey Shore, Walter is a part time resident of the Central Florida coast.  He became enamored with the beauty, culture, and people of this pristine area over 30 years ago, and still can't get enough.  He has vigilantly taken the time to delve into the history of this beautiful coastline and incorporated that background into his writings.

Walter spent much of his earlier years traveling the Florida coast from Saint Augustine to Key West from his father's home in Daytona Beach.

Contact:

Walter Ramsay
www.WalterRamsay.com
penabeachpress@gmail.com
306 Station Ave.
Pine Beach, NJ  08741
1-800-560-0612

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Jerry Sandusky And Monsignor Lynn Found Guilty - Author Jeanne McElvaney Offers An Insightful Journey Into The World Of Childhood Sexual Abuse

Jeanne McElvaney is the author of 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story', an insightful journey into the world of childhood sexual abuse and dissociated trauma memories. McElvaney believes these latest high profile trials should not be seen from the perspective of shame, but instead should be seen as healing in nature

It’s only been thirty years since Judith Herman's newly published book labeled sexual abuse a crime, challenging social belief that it was harmless. Survivors began telling their stories. For the first time in history, social attitudes began supporting the victims of perpetrators.

Jerry Sandusky's recent conviction for child abuse and Monsignor Lynn’s conviction for child endangerment are another step in the right direction if we want to stop a crime that thrives in secrecy and silence. Jeanne McElvaney's book, 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story', gives us a powerful glimpse of child abuse - from the victim's perspective.

"It’s easy to forget," Jeanne McElvaney stated, "that sexual abuse is about disempowering the victim. Sex is the weapon. As the young adults in the Sandusky trial came forward to testify, they had to overcome the shame that is inherent in this kind of abuse. They not only gave evidence, they placed the shame where it belongs."

Rape was not considered a crime in all 50 states until the 1970’s, after The National Organization for Women (NOW) initiated rape reform legislation. By the late 70’s most mental health professionals were still unwilling to question old assumptions that child sexual abuse was rare and seductive children were the problem. Sandra Butler's book, 'Conspiracy of Silence', brought credibility to these issues. Louise Armstrong wrote, 'Kiss Daddy Goodnight', and broke the silence of survivors. 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' is a gripping and powerful story that turns the world upside down, as readers witness innocence celebrated and violated. The book has been called a 'tremendous contribution to childhood trauma literature.' The book is currently listed as a Finalist by Readers Favorite in the Women's Fiction category.

"I wrote 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' because I wanted to take the reader on a journey of insight," McElvaney continued, "so they could understand dissociated trauma memories - how they pull a person out of everyday reality so that person can survive the moment. I wanted readers to know how our minds work to protect us, but also leaves us with memories we can't recall even though they continue driving our choices, feelings, and beliefs."

A recent reviewer and therapist stated 'Spirit Unbroken' is "a resource as much as it is a novel. Dry, academic explanations of this condition are unable to touch the complex, nostalgic, and deeply moving way this author has been able to take the reader directly into the depths of this state of mind."

"I also hope to create awareness," McElvaney continued, "that abusers, as we have recently seen, are not one-dimensional bad guys. They are not strangers - 90% are someone the child and family know. 1of 4 women and 1 of 6 men are survivors of sexual abuse - that's 39 million of us."

Jeanne McElvaney is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at jeanne@gotospirit.com. 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' is available at Amazon.com and at her website. More information on all of Jeanne McElvaney's books is available at the site.

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Jeanne McElvaney is an author of women’s empowerment novels. She has done extensive research in childhood sexual abuse and is a survivor herself. Her blog, “Sexual Abuse Insights”, supports survivors in healing.

Contact:

Jeanne McElvaney
http://www.GoToSpirit.com
Jeanne@gotospirit.com

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of July 9, 2012

Book Marketing, The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, serves as a community of authors and allows authors to actively engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. Authors can upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, 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 videos. 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, publishers, self published authors and publishing companies," 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. No cost video training is provided to members at the site. 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 lineups include:

Week July 9, 2012 On The Book Marketing Show

Eric DelaBarre
John Meacham
Richard Godwin
Leyland Hazlewood

Week July 9, 2012 On The Radio Version

Kelli Sue Landon
Bud Phelps
Cindy Herb
Bobbi Frieberg - The Wellness Authors Show
Zachary E. Lewis - The Wellness Authors Show
Wayne Brillhart - The Children Authors Show
Josephine Gambini - The Children Authors Show
Deborah Kukoyi - The Christian Authors Show

"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 collaboration 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."

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and 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 www.TheAuthorsMarketingPowerhouse.com. Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don (at) FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle (at)TheAuthorsShow.com.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com

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