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"Dead Last: The Triumph of Character, Passion, and Teamwork in Education," by Stephen Wallis, Author

Breakthrough book detailing how American K-12 schools can achieve world-class standards of excellence that enhance first-rate teaching, propel student academic performance achievement, and promote a school’s shared partnership with parents and families in the education of a community’s youngsters. - May 12, 2022 - Stephen Wallis

New Release from Author T. C. Weber: Post-Apocalyptic Survival Story Paints Brutal Picture of Climate Fallout

"The Survivors," a horror novella written for adult readers, explores the consequences of runaway climate change, the tensions between short-term survival and long-term thinking, and the fragility of civilization and the human psyche. - May 11, 2022 - T. C. Weber

Nathan Felix Premieres 3rd Symphony Santa-Almada

Nathan Felix, rock n roll musician turned composer will premiere his third symphony, Santa-Almada, on Sunday May 15th, at KMFA’s new Draylen Mason Music Studio located at 41 Navasota St. Local choral group, inversion Ensemble, will perform Santa-Almada as part of KMFA’s OffBeat Series... - May 10, 2022 - Nathan Felix

"Powerful Postpartum" - New Book Looks at Motherhood as a Catalyst for Inner Discovery

"Powerful Postpartum" invites the reader to explore new motherhood as a moment filled with potential for personal growth and maturation. This work positions motherhood as a catalyst for inner discovery, where a mother embarks on the first and most important step of spiritual growth, “know thyself.” With shelves filled with how-to guides on infant care and physical recovery, "Powerful Postpartum" delivers the message that finally recognizes the transformative experience of the mother. - May 06, 2022 - Kelly Van Zandt

The Launch of an Exciting New Children’s Fantasy Book, "Tales of Splendania: A Golden Wish"

The book is an exciting, magical journey for a young and valiant Princess, Vanadae, who is forced on a Royal Golden Hunt for the one and only Golden Unicorn in the Kingdom of Splendania. Vanadae wishes to protect magical creatures, but her father, the High-King of Splendania as well as most of Splendania's population, are determined to kill ferocious monsters and magical creatures for glory and fame. - May 06, 2022 - Tales of Splendania

Recording Artist Matty Stuntin's New Release, "LoveStruck"

Matty Stuntin's first release of 2022, "LoveStruck." - May 06, 2022 - Nitric Entertainment Group

Girls Empowerment in "A Grand Slam Birthday," by Chrysa Smith

Dynamic, young Dory Oslo turns her frilly cousin Izzy's boring dance party into an extraordinary baseball game. The turn of events comes as an unusual gift opens up a world of possibilities for the entire gang at the party. The most unlikely batter wins the game and Dory even learns a new dance step or two. - May 05, 2022 - Chrysa Smith

Book Launch: Habits of Successful People Motivates You to Redefine Your Narrative - Celebrity & Influential Leaders’ Insights on How Changes in Habits Can Change Lives

Chicago author Shawn Nowotnik’s third book Habits of Successful People is a master class in habits and success. It skips the ra-ra and helps the reader take control of their life. Based on his own story of weekday welder to weekend Hollywood flights to pitch his entertainment agency, he also sought insights from Hollywood’s most influential people on their habits of success. He used these habits to reach his dreams but also help him recover from a devastating loss - and find his true path. - May 05, 2022 - Shawn Léon Nowotnik

The Great Barrington Project Presents Brooklyn Artist Delano Burrowes' "How do You See a Black Person?" Performed in His Mostly White Great Barrington,Mass. hometown.

Delano Burrowes, a Brooklyn writer and artist, will enact "How Do You See A Black Person?" several times on the streets of Great Barrington during the week of May 16, 2022. Anyone walking by will have the opportunity to sit and make eye contact for up to ten minutes with the Black person in front of them and consider whatever emotions/thoughts may be brought up by doing so. On May 22 there will be a free community event - co-organized with local activists - discussing the ideas of the project. - May 05, 2022 - The Great Barrington Project

Zero Empty Spaces (ZES) Hosts Grand Opening of Natick Mall (MA) Location with Day of Art & Design Talks as Part of Boston Design Week

This is the first time Boston Design Week is extending programming to Natick, MA and featured speakers are from varied backgrounds and disciplines. - May 05, 2022 - Zero Empty Spaces

Prolific Young-Adult Author Alejandro Bisque Releases "Bitter War," His Sixth Novel In Three Years

Newest thriller joins "Money Made Me Do It," "Pitiful Pennsylvania," "The Kingdom Of Darndum," "Strange Saint Paul" and "Diamonds" now available on Amazon. - May 04, 2022 - Alejandro Bisque Books

Playwrights Local Announces “The Phoenix Society” by Peter Lawson Jones, Presented with Life Exchange Center (LEC)

Workshop production of new play exploring recovery from mental health and chemical dependency disorders is directed by Terrence Spivey and runs May 20 through 29 at Waterloo Arts. - May 04, 2022 - Playwrights Local

Playwrights Local Announces “Super New Play Special! A Festival of Short Works”

Seven ten-minute plays by writers from Northeast Ohio presented May 13 and 14 at Waterloo Arts. - April 24, 2022 - Playwrights Local

Local Artist to Showcase Wine Country Paintings at Milan Exhibit This Month

Inland Empire Artist, Roxy Rich, Features Temecula Wine Country Paintings in Milan Exhibit at M.A.D.S. Gallery. - April 22, 2022 - Roxy Rich Fine Art

The Seagulls’ Jon Brooder Revisits Roots, Debuts Post-Punk Tunes with First England Tour

They say you can never go home again, and while much has changed since The Seagulls’ Jon Brooder lived in London squats, his talent for crafting raw rock tunes remains. Catch his SF-based band, The Seagulls, in England from May 7 to May 15. See www.TheSeagullsSF.com for show dates. - April 20, 2022 - The Seagulls

Edwin Freeman Releases His Third Poetry Compilation Titled "Awake," Aimed at Inspiring Readers to Find Their Life’s Calling

Edwin Freeman releases his third compilation of poems titled “Awake,” which follows the release of his two critically acclaimed poetry compilations, “Enlightenment” released in 2010, and “Renewed” released in 2011. - April 14, 2022 - Edwin Freeman

Special Exhibition Series Launch: Utage: Modern Japanese Paintings

Kashima Arts is proud to announce the launch of Utage, a series of special exhibitions to be held every spring. Catered to each occasion, these exhibitions will showcase the best of Kashima Arts' selection. The inaugural exhibition, Utage: Modern Japanese Paintings will be held from Saturday,... - April 12, 2022 - Kashima Arts Co., Ltd.

Excelsior Publishing to Release Leonard Seet’s Novel "Amazing Grace"

Excelsior Publishing will be releasing Leonard Seet’s latest novel Amazing Grace in November 2022. From the author of Sharper Mind Darker Dreams comes Amazing Grace (310 pp., tpb, $19.95), another mind boggling science fiction thriller, where artificial intelligence threatens human... - April 11, 2022 - Excelsior Publishing

Robin Williams as Popeye Statue Unveiled

Robin Williams as Popeye statue is unveiled at the Robin Williams memorial museum inside Popeye Village on the island of Malta. - April 10, 2022 - Tommy Zegan Originals

Author Dave Adamson Shares a Blueprint for Turning Online Church Services Into an Effective Ministry in His New Book "Metachurch"

Streaming a service online is the starting line for a church, not the finish line. When the COVID-19 pandemic forced churches around the world to temporarily close their doors, many church leaders experienced online services for the first time. It was possibly the biggest shift in the Church in... - April 07, 2022 - Dave Adamson

Contemporary Art Installation Inspires Impromptu Community Play

Visitors to the opening reception of Daniela Soberman’s sculptural installation, Stage 3: Destruction of Modernist Utopia, the third iteration of a mutable installation located on the patio of Torrance Art Museum, has inspired impromptu playing of the community. Soberman, who is known for... - April 07, 2022 - Daniela Soberman

In War, We Jest

Karmic Jesters Drops New Single; Direct Donations Go to Ukrainian Refugee Relief via World Central Kitchen - April 06, 2022 - Karmic Jesters

"I Am More Than My Hair" by Nationally-Recognized Filmmaker Alyscia Cunningham to Debut at Prestigious Black Film Festival

The Maryland native’s candid documentary, which challenge’s today’s beauty standards and promotes self-empowerment, will screen at the Pan African Film Festival in April. - April 06, 2022 - Her House Media

Acclaimed Painter, Rob Prior Was Chosen to Create a Portrait of 2022 MusiCares® Person of the Year, Joni Mitchell, During This Year’s Charity Gala

Rob Prior, one of the world’s prominent and acclaimed contemporary painters will be creating a painted portrait of eight-time GRAMMY® Award winner and 2022 MusiCares® Person of the Year, Joni Mitchell at the 31st annual MusiCares Person of the Year benefit gala at the MGM Grand... - March 29, 2022 - Rob Prior

Shakespeare Troupe Celebrates The Bard's Birthday, Saturday, April 23, 2022, All Day at Mizner Park Cultural Center

Peter Galman, Founder and President of Shakespeare Troupe, Inc. (STI), announced that Shakespeare’s 458th birthday on April 23, will be celebrated in South Florida with a three-play “Shake-a-Thon” at Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, 201 Plaza Real in Boca Raton. Each play is a... - March 28, 2022 - Shakespeare Troupe of South Florida

Professor Ted Hopf Joins the University of Helsinki Collegium of Advanced Studies; Announces Titles of Upcoming Works in 2022

The renowned academic is known for his co-edited and solo-authored books and research published in numerous prestigious international publications. - March 24, 2022 - Ted Hopf

Loren - Artist Formerly Known as Loren Dayle Announces the Release of Brand New Single Jane Street

The new single, Jane Street, will be available worldwide as of June 1, 2022 on all streaming platforms. According to T.R.U.E‘s A&Rs, the exciting new track features uber groovy beats, embodying the spirit of Hip Hop to its very core. - March 20, 2022 - Loren

First Time Author and Atlanta Native, E. L. Hendrix Announces Release of His Epic Fantasy Trilogy - "New City Chronicles"

Atlanta native and first-time indie author E. L. Hendrix releases his epic trilogy - "New City Chronicles." Originally intended as a single novel (New City), the three-book series actually encompasses the second book of an epic trilogy that has been swimming around the author's head for many years. The New City Chronicles series begins with Book I – Catching a Spider, Book II – The Eye of the Storm and concludes with Book III – The Star of Arafel. - March 19, 2022 - EL Hendrix

Author Receives Multiple National Recognitions Through the INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD

Sonja Lange Wendt, author of the Children's book series Cultivating Compassion in Children, won the 2022 INDEPENDENT PRESS AWARD (IPA) Distinguished Favorite for her children's book, Can Old Be Beautiful under the category of Children's: Inspirational/Motivational. In addition she won the 2022 IPA... - March 17, 2022 - Cultivating Compassion in Children LLC

Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum Announce Student Winners of the 2021 - 22 Literary Contest and Zelda Prize

The Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald Museum are pleased to announce the winners of the 2021-2022 Fitzgerald Literary Contest and Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald Prize to the following students: Grades 9 – 10: Arim Lee, “Inheritance” Grades 9 – 10 Honorable Mention: Natalie Jiang,... - March 16, 2022 - The Fitzgerald Museum

Award-Winning Author, Dr. Sonia Amin, Provides Effective Strategy for Healthy Thinking

Dr. Sonia Amin’s children’s book, "Bax and His Bubbles," helps children foster healthy thinking habits. - March 12, 2022 - Dr. Sonia Amin

Master Daniel Austin, Founder of the "School of Interpressionism," Released His Revolutionary Autobiography and It Struck a Chord with Art Circles Across the Globe

“The Sage does not talk, the Talented Ones talk, the Stupid Ones argue. The One that creates always gives it back for the continuing progress of mankind.” - March 11, 2022 - Master Daniel Austin

Author W.D. Wolfe Releases New Christian Fiction Book Series

Meet Randy “Red Hot” Bowman and Ethan Thomas. Together, these 2 boys face the challenging battles of school, bullies, and doubters. Through it all, they discover that friends stay together no matter what. - March 11, 2022 - Author W.D. Wolfe

The Various Artists independent Film Festival Offers Filmmakers the Opportunity to Experience a New Evolution of Festival Competition

The Various Artists independent Film Festival (VAiFF) is now open for submissions. VAiFF accepts short films from filmmakers of all ages, ethnic groups, and backgrounds from around the world. Filmmakers have the opportunity to win a production grant to produce and premiere their new film during the opening night of next year's live event presentation. - March 10, 2022 - Various Artists independent Film Festival

Debut Author, Cassie Sanchez, Wins Another Award for Her Fantasy, "Chasing the Darkness."

Chasing the Darkness by Cassie Sanchez, won Distinguished Favorite in Fantasy in the 2022 Independent Press Awards. - March 09, 2022 - Cassie Sanchez

Contemporary Art Installation, Traveler’s Bundles, Overlooks Downtown Los Angeles

Visitors along one of America’s Most Scenic Drives, had a new and unexpected site to see on Friday, March 4, 2022. A, one-day, onsite pop-up contemporary art installation by artist, Daniela Soberman, was placed on a cliff-side outcrop overlooking Downtown Los Angeles. Her installation called... - March 09, 2022 - Daniela Soberman

2b Acting Introduces In-Show Interactive Advertising

Demonstrating the creativity that exists within the North of England, Yorkshire-based digital media and theatre company, 2b Acting, have introduced another first by offering a new advertising service within their 360 Interactive sitcom, Gym BS, on their InView channel. - March 09, 2022 - 2b Acting Ltd

Gold Record Producer, KenzDean, Releases New Song, “Did You Know”

RIAA Gold-certified record producer and songwriter, KenzDean has released his highly anticipated progressive house single, Did You Know across all streaming platforms. With KenzDean’s wild success in hip hop and rap production, this track marks an exciting turning point for the young artist creatively, as it is his first solo production as an electronic musician or progressive house artist. Tapping into his Berlin roots, KenzDean is now exploring sounds that remind him of his hometown. - March 08, 2022 - KenzDean

Award-Winning Filmmaker to Teach Female Creatives How to Fund Film Projects That Tell Powerful Stories

Alyscia Cunningham to launch “Let’s Talk BIPOC Creatives in Film” in celebration of Women’s History Month. - March 06, 2022 - Her House Media

Fresh & Fit Cancels Interview with Alan Roger Currie That Was Scheduled for August 31, 2022

Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie, who was scheduled to be a guest on The "Fresh & Fit Podcast" on Wednesday, August 31, 2022, informed his followers and supporters that the interview has been canceled by Myron Gaines ("Fit") and Walter Weekes ("Fresh"). The Fresh & Fit Podcast has no plans at the moment to reschedule the interview. - March 03, 2022 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.

Casting Director/Producer Sharon King Releases Her First Children's Book, "My Beautiful Brown Rainbow!"

Sharon King & Producing Partner Blake Roberts have collaborated on a children's picture/coloring book highlighting adoption, family DNA & establishing identity. - March 02, 2022 - Sharon King

Composer Nathan Felix to Premiere Music from Öcalan During SXSW

Composer, Nathan Felix, is set to premiere music from his chamber opera, Öcalan, inspired by Kurdish Political Activist, Abdullah Öcalan. Inversion Ensemble will sing three excerpts from Öcalan at the KOOP Radio & Jungle Records Day Party in Austin Texas during SXSW Festival on... - February 28, 2022 - Nathan Felix

RainCrowd Releases Back-to-Back Singles

Indie rock band plows through winter with multiple projects. - February 27, 2022 - Kree Krew

Unique Underwater Painter Olga Belka is Visiting the UAE for the First Time to Exhibit Her Collection of Paintings at World Art Dubai from 16 to 19 March 2022

Ms. Belka is known as the only underwater portraitist in the world. She actually creates her artworks from the first brushstroke to the last being on the seabed. The artist has developed her unique technique of painting in salt water which enables her to transfer the finest details of the marine... - February 25, 2022 - Olga Belka

Artist Daniela Soberman Keeps Southern California Guessing

Artist Daniela Soberman is just about to embark on her second game that she’s invited complete strangers to play. The first game, a cookie sculpture scavenger hunt, was slated to be played for seven (7) days, but was completed in just under 18 hours and by perfect strangers who found her game... - February 24, 2022 - Daniela Soberman

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