Barnes & Noble Monthly Discussion - Last One for 2010 on Dec 12th

Join us as we meet face to face to discuss our end of the year successes and upcoming 2010 plans!

Bring a wrapped gift to trade with other writers

(Authors, Please don't bring your book as a gift. Thanks).

Do you have a literary event you'd like to share?

Is your book due out for release and you want to synergize with others in the literary community?

Join US!

Time: December 12, 2009 from 10am to 12pm
Location: Barnes and noble Wayne State
Street: Warren and Cass
City/Town: Detroit, Michigan 48202
Website or Map: http://meetup.com/michiganl...
Phone: 313.289.8614
Event Type: discussion, events
Organized By: Sylvia Hubbard

Reminder: Essence of Motown 2010 Publisher's Breakfast

Holiday Brides Farrah Rochon, Stefanie Worth, Jewel Amethyst

Holiday Brides Farrah Rochon, Stefanie Worth, Jewel Amethyst    Contemporary Romance   The holidays aren't so festive when you're celebrating by yourself. But with a little luck and a lot of love, three single women find their soulmates and get the holiday weddings of their dreams.    "No Ordinary Gift" Farrah Rochon   Kemah and Tyson come from different sides of the tracks. They had the start of something real, but Tyson got scared. Now that a special Kwanzaa celebration has thrown them together again, he's determined not to let go until she says, "I do."   "HeavenSent.com" Stefanie Worth   Brenna has a list, and she's checking it twice. But unfortunately for her coworker Evan, she just doesn't seem to see him as anything more than a friend. Can an online dating site and two guardian angels change her mind before the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve?   "From SKB with Love" Jewel Amethyst   Venetta David had never dreamed she would find love on her winter getaway to tropical St. Kitts.  But a whirlwind affair with islander Sean Kevin Bryan would lead to a romance to remember and a Christmas morning ceremony on the sparkling white sands.   www.farrahrochon.com   www.stefanieworth.com   Click HERE to purchase TODAY

Aitkin Memorial District Library is hosting Fred Marengo on December 5th & More Library News!

http://michiganlibraryauthorvisits.blogspot.com/ Local author Fred Marengo will be presenting and signing books at the Aitkin Memorial District Library on Dec. 5th. Fred is the author of Second Chances: A Story of Love, Faith and Rescue. Jennifer Walters, the director of the Aitkin Memorial District Library, shared the following description. You will laugh at the antics, shed a tear at the pain, and be amazed to see how the horses were instrumental in helping beat the odds against Fred's survival over one medical crisis after another. You will have a front row seat to witness triumph and tragedy. This first time author has written a book that gives you a glimpse into his soul. You will not want the book to end. Posted by Karren Reish Monroe County Library System welcomes Ken Dickson on December 5th Michigan has such a great community of local history writers. From those who chronicle the auto industry to those who fill in the picture of how our towns were founded, these authors are a good resource for community events. >>>>>>>>>>>>> The Bedford Branch Library of the Monroe County Library System is hosting an author event with Ken Dickson on December 5th. Mr. Dickson, a local historian and author, will discuss his new book Benjamin Franklin Stickney and the Maumee Valley.  Join us as Ken shares his sweeping narrative of the founding of Toledo, the Ohio-Michigan War, and the tragic demise of the local Native American culture. The event is free and open to the public. Book sales and signing to follow. Posted by Karren Reish Trenton Veterans Memorial Library is hosting Pam Frucci on December 2 The Trenton Veterans Memorial Library will have children's author Pam Frucci on December 2nd. Pam and her granddaughter have written A Visit to My Great Great Grandfather, a children's book about Pam's grandfather coming to America from Italy.  She will be signing and selling her book at the event. Posted by Karren Reish

IntMark4Writers&Businesses: Ebook2Eriches, Critics on Nook,

Internet Marketing For Writers and Businesses Here's your replay link from the Ebook2Eriches.com seminar! Posted: 09 Nov 2009 09:11 AM PST Having trouble viewing this email? Click here Hey, if you missed the Ebook Teleseminar, here's the free replay link Go here now and listen http://instantteleseminar.com/?eventid=8604129# -- Why Ebooks? Read the full blog post. Go here: Ministry Marketing Solutions by Pam Perry, PR Coach Forward email / Digital Evangelism! Download the book that will help you understand your journey on the World Wide Web. Internet Marketing for Writers and Businesses ONLY $5! Critics hooked on nook from Barnes and Noble Posted: 09 Nov 2009 09:06 AM PST BOOKS   |   eBOOKS   |   nook   |   DVDs   |   MUSIC   |   KIDS   |   HOME & GIFT   |   GIFT CARDS   |   STORE LOCATOR Subject to availability. Prices are subject to change. Download the book that will help you understand your journey on the World Wide Web. Internet Marketing for Writers and Businesses ONLY $5! You are subscribed to email updates from Internet Marketing For Writers and Businesses \

Fw: Borders to Close 200 Walden Outlets

Borders to Close 200 Walden Outlets in January Borders Group is accelerating the pace of closing stores in its Waldenbooks Special Retail group, announcing Thursday that it will shut approximately 200 outlets in January. The retailer has been steadily closing its mall-based stores since 2001 and will have about 130 mall stores after the downsizing is completed. Stores to be closed fall under the Waldenbooks, Borders Express and Borders Outlet names. Superstores are not part of the downsizing nor is the company's mall kiosk business and airport stores. READ MORE ADVERTISING About PW Daily

Michigan Author Award: Dave Dempsey

The Center for the Book, and the Michigan Library Association present the Michigan Author Award annually to recognize a Michigan author for their literary merit. The award is based on an outstanding published body of work, which can be fiction, non-fiction, poetry or play scripts. The Thunder Bay Literary Conference began the award in 1992 and it has since become an important part of the Michigan literary landscape. Dave Dempsey, the 2009 winner, has written about the environment for 25 years, and in doing so, has helped shape conservation and Great Lakes policy in the state. His newest book is Great Lakes for Sale: From Whitecaps to Bottlecaps. This book poses - and answers - important questions about the export and diversion of Great Lakes water. He has co-authored The Waters of Michigan, a collection of stewardship essays combined with photographs of David Lubbers that presents a truly unique view and understanding of the waters of Michigan. His other titles include: Ruins and Recovery: Michigan's Rise as a Conservation Leader, which is an environmental history of Michigan since its statehood in 1837; a biography of former governor and environmental champion William Milliken, William G. Milliken: Michigan's Passionate Moderate, which was named a 2007 Michigan Notable Book; and On the Brink: the Great Lakes in the 21st Century, a history of and a look forward to the state of the world's largest freshwater ecosystem, which was a 2005 Michigan Notable Book winner. Previous Michigan Author Award Winners 1992 Dan Gerber 1993 Charles Baxter 1994 Nancy Willard 1995 Janet Kauffman 1996 Elmore Leonard 1997 Loren Estleman 1998 Gloria Whelan 1999 Jerry Dennis 2000 Janie Lynn Panagopoulos 2001 Thomas Lynch 2002 Nicholas Delbanco 2003 Diane Wakoski 2004 Patricia Polacco 2005 Christopher Paul Curtis 2006 Steve Hamilton 2007 Sarah Stewart 2008 Tom Stanton You can nominate an author for a future award. Nomination forms are available at the Michigan Library Association Author Award Committee web site. Updated 09/09/2009

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Sylvia Hubbard's Literary World Updates

Sylvia Hubbard's Stories Mean is Sexy?…My male characters Posted: 20 Nov 2009 05:29 PM PST READER QUESTION: why do you create these mean guys? and how do you get them to be so damn likable. Read free stories from romance suspense, sensual noir author from Detroit, Sylvia Hubbard Protected: The Mysterious Mr. Black Part 28.3 Posted: 20 Nov 2009 10:18 AM PST There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Read free stories from romance suspense, sensual noir author from Detroit, Sylvia Hubbard You are subscribed to email updates from The Literary World of Sylvia Hubbard

Ignite 09: Advocate. Support. Connect.

Register Now    Sponsor Ignite    More Info Ignite 09 Uniting Voices for Arts and Culture ignite to advocate: for the importance of the arts, culture and arts education in transforming lives, building vibrant communities and re-inventing Michigan's economy. ignite to join: our statewide network of advocates who believe in the power of creativity. ignite to support: ArtServe Michigan, the state's leading advocate for this important cause. ignite now! Tuesday, November 10, 2009 6 - 9 P.M. Max M. Fisher Music Center 3711 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI 48201 To purchase your ticket(s) please click here or follow the link above. Invite others to join you at Ignite 09 and help us grow our network of advocates and supporters across the state! Forward email

The Latest from APOOO Bookclub: If Walls Could Talk by Vincent Alexandria

The Latest from APOOO Bookclub If Walls Could Talk by Vincent Alexandria Posted: 04 Nov 2009 05:11 AM PST Alexandria's If Walls Could Talk is a drama-filled, romance/mystery novel that opens with the murder of a well-known businessman, Raymond, who happens to be the childhood friend of one of the book's central characters, Detective Joe Johnson.  Joe takes an obvious personal interest in the case and vows to find his friend's murderer regardless of the cost.  During his pursuit, he meets a variety of suspects ranging from Raymond's very shady ex-gambler business partner to his beautiful, pregnant fiancé. The level of complexity and intrigue is heightened when Joe falls in love the with fiancée's equally beautiful and seductive twin sister, Sierra.  During the investigation, relationship drama unfolds between Joe and his ex-girlfriend, Joe and Sierra, and is taken to another level as Raymond's "other" lifestyle is exposed. Comical relief is sprinkled throughout the book as the good cop-bad cop, old cop-young cop relationship is exposed.  Joe prevails, despite all the sub-plots,  and eventually nails the murderer in an unsuspecting twist at the end. This is my first time reading Vincent Alexandria's  work and although the book was enjoyable I deducted points because of the slow start and some disconnects in the plot that contributed to the 'choppiness' of the story.  I think Mr. Alexandria is off to a great career as a writer and I look forward to reading his other works. Reviewed by Phyllis APOOO BookClub Visit amazon to order a copy of If Walls Could Talk and to vote accordingly for Phyllis' review. If Walls Could Talk by Vincent Alexandria is a post from: APOOO Related Posts Lion's Blood by Steven Barnes The Dawn of Man by Elbert Lewis, Jr. The Parcel Express Murders by Bernadette Y. Connor Threesome by Brenda L. Thomas PG County by Connie Briscoe You are subscribed to email updates from APOOO