Fiction

Rooted & Written, the First Tuition-Free Professional Writing Conference and Workshop for Writers of Color, Launched in the US

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Thursday, August 11, 2022
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Forty-eight Rooted & Written Fellows have been selectedto attend the hybrid conference from August14-20, 2022.

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  • Forty-eight Rooted & Written Fellows have been selectedto attend the hybrid conference from August14-20, 2022.
  • All Fellows are awarded full scholarships to the entire week-long conference and workshops.
  • "The conference not only includes workshops for the Fellows in the craft of writing, butalsodiscussion panels of seasoned editors and agents in the literary industry to assist these emerging writers inadvancingtheir careers."
  • The week will conclude onSaturday, August 20, with the "Words of Color" literary reading featuringall 48 Rooted & Written Fellows.

Curiosity and iHeartMedia Partner to Launch Curiosity Audio Network

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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Curiosity Inc., the leading global factual media and entertainment company, has partnered with iHeartMedia, the No.1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, to launch the Curiosity Audio Network, which will develop and release several podcast projects throughout the year.

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  • Curiosity Inc., the leading global factual media and entertainment company, has partnered with iHeartMedia, the No.1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, to launch the Curiosity Audio Network, which will develop and release several podcast projects throughout the year.
  • Curiositys first foray into podcasting, the Curiosity Audio Network will feature original content as well as podcasts to complement programming from Curiositys library of documentary films, shows and series.
  • We are thrilled to join forces with Curiosity Inc. to develop premium podcasts for an audience who loves to learn, said Will Pearson, Chief Operating Officer for iHeartPodcast Network.
  • Listeners can hear all Curiosity Audio Network shows on iHeartRadio and anywhere podcasts are found.

Creatd's Vocal Platform Announces Upcoming App Launch and Record-Breaking KPIs

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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Vocal App will be available to select users in June and to the broader Vocal community in mid-July.

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  • Vocal App will be available to select users in June and to the broader Vocal community in mid-July.
  • Creators have submitted over 150,000 stories to Vocal Challenges and collectively received nearly $1MM in Challenge rewards to help fund their creativity.
  • Since its launch last year, the Fiction community (1 of Vocal's 40 niche communities), has published over 40,000 stories from over 18,000 creators.
  • Commented Creatd Founder and COO Justin Maury, "With the forthcoming release of the Vocal iOS app, we expect to see Vocal continue to break records across-the-board on key performance metrics.

Lady Be Good by Debut Author Pamela Hamilton Wins Gold at the 34th Annual IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards

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Friday, May 6, 2022
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NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lady Be Good by Pamela Hamilton has received the Independent Book Publishers Association (IBPA) Benjamin Franklin Award in the Historical Fiction category. The Benjamin Franklin Awards, one of the highest honors for independent publishers, are administered by the IBPA with help from over 160 book publishing professionals including librarians, bookstore owners, reviewers, and editors.

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  • The Benjamin Franklin Awards, one of the highest honors for independent publishers, are administered by the IBPA with help from over 160 book publishing professionals including librarians, bookstore owners, reviewers, and editors.
  • It's been a great joy to honor their story and introduce them to a new generation."
  • In closing, she thanked the IBPA awards jury and her publisher, and she quoted Luce: "Male supremacy has kept woman down.
  • For more information, or to request a review copy of Lady Be Good, contact John Ekizian at the J.G.

Athletic Trainers From Throughout Southern California to Gather at Orthopaedic Institute for Children’s Sports Medicine Conference May 21

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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To help further educate athletic trainers with the latest knowledge on how to properly identify and treat the common injuries in young athletes, the Orthopaedic Institute for Children will host its annual Sports Medicine Conference May 21 on its downtown LA campus.

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  • To help further educate athletic trainers with the latest knowledge on how to properly identify and treat the common injuries in young athletes, the Orthopaedic Institute for Children will host its annual Sports Medicine Conference May 21 on its downtown LA campus.
  • Dr. Bowen says that while injuries happen to even the best athletes, they can be particularly frustrating for children.
  • Through our conference certified athletic trainers will be exposed to many important innovative assessment, evaluation, and rehabilitation solutions for pediatric orthopaedic sports-related conditions.
  • Our locations in downtown Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Westwood and Calexico treat the full spectrum of pediatric orthopaedic disorders and injuries.

New Literary Project Names Lauren Groff Winner of 2022 Joyce Carol Oates Prize

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lauren Groff, award-winning author of Matrix (Riverhead) and six other audacious, mesmerizing books of fiction, has been chosen 2022 Joyce Carol Oates Prize recipient by the New Literary Project. The Prize annually honors a mid-career author of fiction who has earned a distinguished reputation and the widespread praise of readers and reviewers.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Lauren Groff , award-winning author of Matrix (Riverhead) and six other audacious, mesmerizing books of fiction, has been chosen 2022 Joyce Carol Oates Prize recipient by the New Literary Project.
  • The winner of the 2022 Prize will be in brief residence at the University of California, Berkeley, during October 2022.
  • The Joyce Carol Oates Prize is named for the eminent author, an honorary member of the New Literary Project's (NLP) board of directors.
  • Join Lauren Groff and Joyce Carol Oates in a live virtual conversation on May 4th from 4 to 5:30 pm Pacific - sign up here.

Novelist Suzanne Mattaboni Named LVB Woman of Influence, Newsweek Expert Forum Contributor

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Tuesday, April 5, 2022
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She was named a Woman of Influence by Lehigh Valley Business, which was announced March 3.

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  • She was named a Woman of Influence by Lehigh Valley Business, which was announced March 3.
  • In addition, she recently became part of the Newsweek Expert Forum, for which shell be contributing pieces on arts and culture.
  • Suzanne (Grieco) Mattaboni is a fiction writer, blogger, essayist, podcaster, and corporate communications consultant with 20+ years in the market.
  • Shes also a co-host with the Banzai Retro Club focusing on 70s, 80s, and 90s pop culture, and is a member of the Newsweek Experts Forum.

Celebrated Local Food and Wine Shop Go Online to Rave Reviews

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Friday, February 18, 2022
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Bovey Tracey, Feb. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Celebrated fine food and drink store, Wildmoor Deli , is taking its retail experience into the digital age.

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  • Bovey Tracey, Feb. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Celebrated fine food and drink store, Wildmoor Deli , is taking its retail experience into the digital age.
  • Launched in January 2021, Cheese Cuisine prides itself on being different to other online cheese retailers.
  • Their goal is to create a cheese community, championing the British cheese industry, and creating content to complement customers experiences.
  • But despite going online, Devon-based Cheese Cuisine hasnt forgotten about its roots, partnering with Farm Visits for City Children to help support the local community.

Therese Allison's 'Playing for Keeps' wins 2021 Best Book Award for Business Motivational Category and 4 Finalist Awards

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Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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To celebrate these book awards and help others, Allison is gifting her " Playing for Keeps " eBook version for $0.00 on Amazon from Wednesday, January 12 Friday, Jan 14, 2022.

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  • To celebrate these book awards and help others, Allison is gifting her " Playing for Keeps " eBook version for $0.00 on Amazon from Wednesday, January 12 Friday, Jan 14, 2022.
  • In addition to this top Best Book Award, "Playing for Keeps" was recognized as a "Finalist" in four other categories, including: Non-Fiction Inspirational , Art , Self-Help Motivational and Spiritually Inspirational .
  • Allison's five Best Book Awards demonstrate the many layers in this engaging and educational book that features her 16 "Pearls of Wisdom", Lucy Moment stories, Synchronicity Power and meaningful art by Allison's dad, Gould Allison, with motivational messages.
  • With appreciation, Allison reflected, "What an honor it is to go up against giants in the industry and come out with multiple awards.

Award-Winning Children's Book Author Susan Marie Chapman Presents Her Holiday Book For Gift Giving This Month Of December 2021

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Thursday, December 9, 2021
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'Grumpy the Iguana', the first book in the 'Grumpy the Iguana and Green Parrot Adventure' series, won the best Children's book award at the 2020 NYC Big Book Award.

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  • 'Grumpy the Iguana', the first book in the 'Grumpy the Iguana and Green Parrot Adventure' series, won the best Children's book award at the 2020 NYC Big Book Award.
  • First Place Winner of Next Generation Indie Book Awards for Best in a Series (Fiction) in 2021 and was also awarded a Five Star review from Readers Favorite.
  • This is the fourth book in the acclaimed Children's book series by Chapman.
  • Or to invite Susan Marie Chapman for a scholastic event or interview about her two book series, please contact her through her email: [email protected]
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