LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — When Heidi McNulty sat down to write “Buying Time” (ISBN: 978-1956955941 [ebook]; 978-1-956955958 [paperback]; 978-1956955965 [hardcover]), a finance book for young people for publisher Legacy Launch Pad, based on going from living paycheck-to-paycheck to building a real estate empire for passive income generation – her life seemed set. At 35, […]
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News: ‘Devolution of Power’ Confronts the question – If the Federal Government Cannot Unite the U.S., How Does the Nation Divide? | CitizenWire
GREAT FALLS, Va. /CitizenWire/ — William L. Kovacs, an award winning author, presents “Devolution of Power: Rolling Back the Federal State to Preserve the Republic” (ISBN: 978-1960499790), a roadmap to promote freedom in a polarized nation by unwinding a massive federal government that cannot manage the complexity it has created. Unlike many books on government […]
News: BHERC 14th Annual Youth Diversity Film Festival To Take Place Saturday, March 23, 2024 in Los Angeles | CitizenWire
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) is proud to present the 14th Annual Youth Diversity Film Festival (YDFF) Saturday, March 23rd (in-person) at Regal L.A. Live, 1000 West Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015. Films can also be viewed (virtually) online at www.BHERC.TV through Sunday, March 24, 2024.
News: Publishers Newswire announces its Semi-annual BOOKS TO BOOKMARK List for March 2024 – Eight New Books You’ve Never Heard Of | CitizenWire
TEMECULA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its latest semi-annual “books to bookmark” list of eight new and interesting books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These books are often overlooked due to […]
News: The Shady Side of Virtue – Japanese Transgressions in Early 20th Century Hawaii | CitizenWire
HONOLULU, Hawaii /CitizenWire/ — Set in the tumultuous world of colonialism, technological revolution and intercultural entanglements in early 1900s, Deuxmers Publishing releases “Miki’s Mad” by George Tanabe (ISBN: 978-91944521219). A telling of love, family, pride, and delusions arising from the collisions between perception and misperception, sanity and madness, and virtue and vice.
News: Introducing ‘The Day Before Tomorrow’ – A Captivating Novel by Author Monique Britten | CitizenWire
CALGARY, Alberta /CitizenWire/ — In the heart of a once-sleepy farming community, a tale of transformation, love, and resilience unfolds in “The Day Before Tomorrow” (IBSN: 978-1775267706; Tellwell Publishing), the latest novel by acclaimed author Monique Britten. With rich storytelling and multidimensional characters, Britten paints a vivid picture of an era gone by while delving […]
News: Unveiling Hidden Treasures: Louise Dupont’s Journey of Healing and Inspiration | CitizenWire
VANCOUVER, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — In the quiet corners of memory, amidst the shadows of loss, there often lie hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. For Louise Dupont, author of “Hidden Treasures” (IBSN: 978-0228876014; Tellwell Publishing), the journey to uncover these gems began with a simple photograph – a snapshot of her son.
News: Lowell Chamber Orchestra to premiere new edition of Julia Perry’s symphony | CitizenWire
LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — On Sunday, February 18, 3 p.m., The Lowell Chamber Orchestra will present the first Massachusetts performance of Julia Perry’s “Symphony for Violas and Basses,” from a new edition by LCO’s music director Orlando Cela. The concert will also include a world premiere by Martin Max Schreiner.
News: Author Neena Paul Inspires Readers to ‘L I V Life In Virtue’ in New Book | CitizenWire
TORONTO, Ontario /CitizenWire/ — Neena Paul, the visionary author and founder of the global mental health and wellness platform LIVE LOVE LIFE, is set to release her transformative book, “L I V Life In Virtue” (ISBN: 978-02288955341; Feb. 2024; Tellwell Publishing). With a compelling philosophy that Creation and the Creator are One, Paul invites readers […]
News: Award-winning art book ‘Lost and Found Assemblage Artists of Northern California’ gets worldwide distribution | CitizenWire
NAPLES, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Bajek Publisher Services is proud to announce their collaboration with Gazelle Book Services to bring “Lost and Found Assemblage Artists of Northern California” (ISBN: 978-0578337722) edited by Spencer Brewer and Esther Sigel, with photography by Larry R Wagner, to the United Kingdom.
News: Rising Incivility Threatens Local Democracies: ‘Save Your City’ Presents an Urgent Roadmap for Civic Culture Renewal | CitizenWire
VANCOUVER, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Tellwell Publishing today announced the release of the 5th Anniversary edition of Diane Kalen-Sukra’s seminal book “Save Your City: How Toxic Culture Kills Community & What To Do About It” (ISBN: 978-0228810872; paper). In a climate where rising incivility and toxic culture increasingly threaten local democracies, this book arrives as a […]
News: Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 Makes a Huge Splash | CitizenWire
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Under a canopy of stars, Pompano Beach was transformed into a haven for jazz enthusiasts as over 10,000 music fans showed up for the beachside celebration. Jazz royalty including Branford Marsalis, Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee held court on the Champion Porsche Stage at Jazz […]
News: Bob Herpe Releases Paperback of ‘The Other Side of Crisis’ | CitizenWire
ORLANDO, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — 94-year-old Orlando area resident and author, Bob Herpe, announces the release of the paperback version of his latest suspense-thriller. The best-selling author said this new version of his novel “The Other Side of Crisis” (ISBN: 979-8350927269) will be available Feb 1, 2024 on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookbaby.com. It will […]
News: Game, Set, Match! Dink Productions Serves Up Kickstarter Campaign for First-Ever Pickleball Full-Length Feature Film, ‘In a Pickle’ | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Dink Productions launches a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for their upcoming movie “In a Pickle.” By engaging the vibrant pickleball community in this campaign, Dink Productions aims to showcase the massive audience awaiting to see this movie come to life.
News: Solve a mystery on the secretive shores of Haida Gwaii in the newly-released ‘Secrets in the Islands: A Sami Series Adventure’ by Lauren de Leeuw | CitizenWire
VANCOUVER ISLAND, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Young fans of mystery and adventure are in for a treat with the release of Lauren de Leeuw’s debut novel, “Secrets in the Islands: A Sami Series Adventure” (ISBN: 978-1998190270). Full of adventure, heart, and intrigue, this first installment in the “Sami Series” is sure to entertain as much as […]
News: Author Michele Schrader Explores the Power of Intention in New Book, ‘Beautiful Intentions: Healing One Soul at a Time’ | CitizenWire
WINNIPEG, Manitoba /CitizenWire/ — Author Michele Schrader invites readers on a transformative journey of self-discovery and healing in her latest book, “Beautiful Intentions: Healing One Soul at a Time” (IBSN: 978-0228883913, Dec. 2023). This profound work delves into the depths of the human soul, offering insights and practical tools for personal growth and spiritual awakening.
News: Bob Herpe Releases His Second Book, a Thrilling New Novel: The Other Side of Crisis | CitizenWire
ORLANDO, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — Acclaimed author and Orlando area resident Bob Herpe is thrilled to announce the release of his second book, “The Other Side of Crisis” (ISBN: 979-8350927269; Feb. 2024) Following the success of his debut novel, “Gravnick,” which captivated readers after its 2019 release, Herpe’s newest work promises to be an even more […]
News: Emerging Author Douglas A. King Unveils Thought-Provoking Novel ‘An Innocent World’ | CitizenWire
VANCOUVER, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Emerging author Douglas A. King has recently released his latest work, “An Innocent World,” (IBSN: 978-0228828884; Released July, 2023) a captivating exploration of an alternative reality where the consequences of Adam and Eve’s actions are reconsidered. In this book, King envisions a world vastly different from our own, inhabited by immortal […]
News: BHERC To Cap-Off Their Monumental Season With 29th Annual S.E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase Closing Weekend | CitizenWire
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) is pleased to announce the 29th Annual S. E. Manly African American Short Film Showcase (SEMAASFS) closing event, the weekend of January 19-21st, it will include 50 short films. BHERC is also hosting students to see the must-see film Origin, by talented and […]
News: Karmic Selling: New Bestselling Book Redefines Sales as an Act of Service | CitizenWire
CHARLOTTE, N.C. /CitizenWire/ — The Kormac Group, an international management consulting firm, today announced the publication of ‘Karmic Selling: Earning Business by Earning Trust’ (ISBN: 978-1642258608) in partnership with Advantage Media. In his first book, entrepreneur and Kormac CEO Stan Gwizdak reveals how he’s built his career by helping others.
News: Embark on a journey to self-awareness with ‘Bones in the Alley’ by Viterose Van Huis | CitizenWire
BELTSVILLE, Md. /CitizenWire/ — Author Viterose Van Huis invites readers to embark on a profound exploration of self-discovery with her latest release, “Bones in the Alley” (ISBN: 978-1779413772; paper). A woman of wisdom and words, Van Huis has authored three impactful books, including “Living Intentionally” in 2023 and “The Incredible Mr. Charlie” in 2021.
News: ‘In a Pickle’ is the First Feature Film that Serves up Laughter and Love for the Pickleball Community, Releasing Summer 2024 | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Dink Productions today announced the upcoming production of “In a Pickle: A Comedy. With Balls,” the first ever full-length feature film about the fastest growing sport in the U.S., pickleball. The brainchild of former tennis player turned pickleball enthusiast, Dan Brooks, and Jason Reid, one of the leading builders of […]
News: The Comedians with Disabilities Act makes its debut at SF Sketchfest at the Alameda Comedy Club! | CitizenWire
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — The Comedians with Disabilities Act (CWDA) debuted in 2010 and has been going strong since. February 1, 2024 at the Alameda Comedy Club CWDA will make its SF Sketchfest debut. CWDA is a collection of comedians with disabilities, both seen and unseen. It was the brainchild of comedian Michael O’Connell. […]
News: Digitl Mediums Announces Partnership with MYM Organics | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Digitl Mediums, a bi-coastal boutique full services consulting, marketing and branding company, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with MYM Organics, an Eco-Lifestyle brand encompassing healthy living through organic fashion.
News: Introducing ‘My Journal’ by Robert O’Toole: A Tool for Motivation, Inspiration, Love, and Kindness | CitizenWire
TORONTO, Ontario /CitizenWire/ — Grab your favorite pen, and a copy of the newly-released “My Journal” (ISBN: 978-1779411716), an empowering guided kindness journal created by international figure skating coach Robert O’Toole. “My Journal” is not just a daily planner; it’s an invitation to embark on a path of positivity, self-reflection, and acts of love and […]
News: New SF Book Offers Fictional Window into The Intersection of Science and Traumatic Events | CitizenWire
TAMPA, Fla. /CitizenWire/ — The recently-released “TRAUMERGY” (ISBN: 978-1633572874) by Patrick R. Carberry, published by New Harbor Press, is a science fiction thriller that’s as compelling as it is provoking. The author invites readers to join him on a captivating journey where he delves into what he calls TRAUMERGY – also known as traumatic energy.
News: Cindy Lane ‘Smelly Begins’: A heartening trilogy, illustrated by an artist with autism, celebrates love and joy while stretching the family budget with three books in one | CitizenWire
TORONTO, Ontario /CitizenWire/ — The COVID related death of one of her high school friends, known by name to her children and often a subject of shared stories, became the poignant catalyst inspiring her to start writing. First time author Cindy Lane takes readers on a fun journey filled with laughs and love with, “Smelly […]
News: New Book Offers A Window Into The Lives Of Immigrant Women | CitizenWire
VICTORIA, B.C. /CitizenWire/ — Author Michiko Sakamoto-Senge invites readers on a captivating journey through the pages of her new book, “Beauty of a New Land: The Lives and Legacies of Five Immigrant Women in Canada” (ISBN: 978-0228896807). This compelling work explores the remarkable stories of five extraordinary elder immigrant women who forged meaningful lives for […]
News: FYC’s ‘The Next Big Hit’ – a martial arts musical comedy and micro-budget film, has been included in the big list of SAG and Oscars Awards | CitizenWire
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Mark your calendars for Dec. 15, 2023, as Laemmle in Town Center 5 Encino is proud to present a film that is set to be nothing less than awe-inspiring. “The Next Big Hit” is a masterpiece that promises to inspire you to think outside the box and embrace originality, says producer […]
News: Wells Fargo Partners with Award-Winning Online Fan-Athlete Community, HANG, to Connect HBCU Fans and Stars for The Celebration Bowl | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Wells Fargo, in partnership with the award-winning fan-athlete community, HANG, will bring a one-of-a-kind watch-party game experience to HBCU fans for the storied match-up between Howard University and Florida A&M at the Celebration Bowl on December 14, 2023. Actor and former NFL linebacker Isaac Keys (Morehouse); NFL Hall of Famer […]
News: Publishers Newswire announces its semi-annual ‘Books to Bookmark’ List for Dec. 2023 – 8 Books You’ve Likely Never Seen Before | CitizenWire
TEMECULA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Publishers Newswire (PNW), a news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its latest semiannual “books to bookmark” list of 8 new and interesting books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These books are often overlooked due to not […]
News: Artists’ Addiction Records In Partnership with Tavola Productions to Release The Original Television Soundtrack to The Beloved Show ‘Lidia’s Kitchen’ On December 15 | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Artists’ Addiction Records and Tavola Productions have teamed up for the release of the “LIDIA’S KITCHEN: ORIGINAL TELEVISION SOUNDTRACK,” on December 15, 2023; available on all digital platforms. The album is the musical backdrop to the beloved public television show “Lidia’s Kitchen” hosted by world-renowned chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, television […]
News: Lowell Chamber Orchestra Receives Three-Year Funding for Advancement Of BIPOC Composers | CitizenWire
LOWELL, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra (LCO) has been inducted into the Barr Foundation’s “Creative Vitality Grant Program,” in order to continue its mission of providing the greater Lowell area with the most diverse classical music.
News: Leading Direct-to-Consumer Sports Platform, HANG, Raises $9.2 Million Series A Round | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Hang Media, Inc., whose award-winning HANG platform (letshang.live) has drawn more than 22 million young viewers to interactively experience sports events alongside current players, all-time greats, and celebrities, has completed a $9.2 million Series A funding round. HANG will use the proceeds to accelerate product development and audience growth, expanding […]
News: Legacy Launch Pad Publishing Releases Workbook on How to Meet Goals by Goal Setting Speaker Anna David | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif.LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing has released “The EPIC Goal Workbook: The Guide to Achieving Extraordinary, Powerful, Impactful and Courageous Goals” (ISBN: 978-1956955682; paperback), written by Anna David, a leading speaker on goal setting.
News: Guided By Voices Fans to Celebrate Band at Special Boston-Area Event | CitizenWire
BOSTON, Mass. /CitizenWire/ — The venerable indie rock band Guided By Voices (GBV) recently celebrated 40 years of music with several thousand fans in its hometown of Dayton, Ohio, performing two sold-out shows at the Dayton Masonic Center over Labor Day weekend. In the spirit of bringing that celebration to Boston, four local fans (calling […]
News: Adoption Fairytale Videobook for ‘Love Without Wings’ to Release on National Adoption Day | CitizenWire
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — “Love Without Wings: An Adoption Fairytale” (ISBN: 979-8986768045), was released one year ago and now it’s also available as a read-along videobook narrated by Rayyah McCaul with an original music score by Sleeps Under Beams. The author, Adam Swain Ferguson, founder, Purple Fox Entertainment, says that the book and its […]
News: Author K.R. Butt Reveals the Impact of PTSD on a Canadian Military Family in ‘Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All’ | CitizenWire
ALYMER, Quebec /CitizenWire/ — Fiercely independent author K.R. Butt has unveiled her thought-provoking book, “Unarmoured: PTSD Affects Us All” (ISBN: 978-0228869566; August, 2023). In this compelling work, Butt takes readers on a journey through the life of Norah, a young flight attendant, as she delves into the world of online dating in search
News: Digitl Mediums Announces Partnership with David Claytor and SureThing Productions and Management | CitizenWire
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /CitizenWire/ — Digitl Mediums, a bi-coastal boutique full services consulting, marketing and branding company, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with SureThing Productions, a renowned name in the entertainment industry.
News: Toyota Partnership with HANG Media Targets Niche Segments, Generates Wide Audience | CitizenWire
NEW YORK, N.Y. /CitizenWire/ — Toyota and HANG, the leading direct-to-consumer fan platform, are deploying innovative media approaches this sports season that are driving audience levels higher than television, with deeper data insights and engagement. To introduce its first-ever Grand Highlander SUV to targeted Black and Indian expat consumers, Toyota and its agencies, Burrell and […]