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(December 9, 2023) Barbara Florio Graham contributed a short story to the latest anthology from Ottawa Independent Writers. Connections explores the many ways we experience a basic human need that is all the more appreciated post-pandemic. Vivid stories and poems illustrate the love and pain of family, casual assignations that grow into friendships, connections to the earth, windows into the past, spiritual connections, attachments to robotic companions, and even otherworldly encounters. We all have connections to the past and to those we have lost, which resonate today and throughout our lives. We invite you to feel the joy, humanity and humor expressed in this diverse collection of prose and poetry, and discover something meaningful to you. The book is available from www.ottawaindependentwriters.com, as well as from several Ottawa bookstores and Amazon. Bobbi has contributed fiction or nonfiction to all of OIW's recent anthologies.

(September 17, 2022) The EMS World supplement "'9/11: 20 Years Later," for which Carol Brzozowski wrote content has won the top honor in the B2B Supplemental category of the 2022 FOLIO Eddie & Ozzie Awards. Considered the "most prestigious recognition program in the publishing community," this year's winners were selected from more than 1,300 entries across print and digital media.

(September 10, 2022) Paul Fein's fourth book, The Fein Points of Tennis: Technique and Tactics to Unleash Your Talent was named a Silver Winner in the Adventure, Sports, and Recreation category in the Foreword Reviews 2021 INDIES Book of the Year competition. The book's Facebook page is https://facebook.com/FeinPointsOfTennis

(July 2, 2022) Penny Fletcher is offering the e-book version of her new book - Dirty News: Whose $$$ Pays for the News You Trust - free during the month of July, 2022, but only via Smashwords at https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1134868 - be sure to use the coupon code posted there. Dirty News reveals Penny's year-long study (with personal examples) of changes in the newsroom during the last 30 years.

(May 14, 2022) The EMS World magazine supplement "9/11: 20 Years Later," for which long-time FFWA member Carol Brzozowski did the reporting and writing, recently won a national Bronze AZBEE award from The American Society of Business Publication Editors (ASBPE). The supplement also had won an ASBPE Mid-Atlantic Regional Silver Award. A PDF of the supplement can be read here: https://bit.ly/3FMvfbp

(October 6, 2021) KiKi BelMonte-Schaller's latest novel, Whatsoever the Sacrifice (Trilogy Publishing/TBN), debuts on November 17, 2021. Whatsoever the Sacrifice follows Gray Rainbow Journey, winner of a National Best Books Award and a Florida Authors and Publishers President's Award, among others.  Schaller's series follows Native American Christian convert Dina Youngblood's struggles to exist in the oft-opposing worlds of her Native beliefs and the Christian tenets of her new faith. Ask for Whatsoever the Sacrifice by KB Schaller in your local bookstore or shop on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3n5EfzA (paperback and Kindle)

(September 2, 2021) September marks 15 years That Hal Morris has been writing GrumpyEditor.com. Originally it was a daily effort, he says; now it's every Monday. The focus is critical observations of print/broadcast/web media plus public relations and advertising. Hal also mentions overlooked interesting news items.

(August 5, 2021) Carolyn M. Rhodes, a new WEN member has an interesting story to tell -- which she did in her recently published book, Library Girls of New York: A Secret Place. It is a recollection of growing up inside two New York Public Libraries. Check it out at https://amzn.to/2X02mX3 then contact Carolyn at writegems@gmail.com to order directly from her.

(August 1, 2021) Paul Fein's fourth book, The Fein Points of Tennis: Technique and Tactics to Unleash Your Talent, was released by Coaches Choice in July. This collection of Paul's most incisive articles features topics seldom written about, such as the "modern forehand," the "strike zone," grip firmness, the critical importance of balance, and the geometry of tennis. It also provides an in-depth analysis of several underemphasized topics, such as playing in the wind, the half volley, match momentum, running speed, the subtleties of touch shots, and the arts of anticipation, lobbing, and wrong-footing.  The games of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Serena Williams, and other stars are dissected so you can learn - and copy - the secrets of their greatness. You can check it out on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3fcXyne or on the publisher's site at https://coacheschoice.com/the-fein-points-of-tennis/ (https://bit.ly/3rJmHLn) or visit Paul's website at https://feinpointsoftennis.com/

(August 1, 2021) Bill Gralnick and Barringer Publishing have collaborated again to produce Book Two in Bill's memoir trilogy. The new one is George Washington Never Slept Here: from Brooklyn to D.C., which any and all those who have dealt with higher education can appreciate. The new book is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/3lfTmqF or from Bill's website, www.williamgralnickauthor.com/

(August 1, 2021) Carol J. Perry has a new Haunted Haven Mystery coming out on August 31, 2021: Be My Ghost, https://amzn.to/3q67Rhj - "Maureen Doherty and her golden retriever Finn have taken possession of a charming old inn - only to discover that it's already possessed by tenants whose lease on life already ran out . . ." Her publisher, Kensington, will be promoting it in Modern Dog and the Woman's World "Celebrate" issue. Plus, Be My Ghost is among "15 of the Best Upcoming Cozy Mysteries for the Second Half of 2021"  at https://bookriot.com/upcoming-cozy-mysteries-2021/ - In addition, Be My Ghost received a much coveted starred review from Publishers Weekly: www.publishersweekly.com/9781496731357

(April 16, 2021) Barbara Florio Graham's "My Kick the Bucket List" is the closing item in the new book, How to Age with Grace, by Bobbi Linkemer,  author of 25 books as well as a writing coach, ghostwriter, and editor. A comprehensive textbook aimed at older adults, the book was published by HenschelHaus Publications https://henschelhausbooks.com. This is the third time Barbara's piece has been published, as it has appeared in both U.S. and Canadian magazines.

(January 3, 2021)  Sunbury Press released Penny Fletcher's latest book on January 1, 2021: True Stories of Help from the Other Side. Penny says, "It is the story of a lifetime of synchronicities that have come from angelic (or God's) help. I hope this book will open your eyes to how often you've been helped even if you don't realize it." It's available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2MmgYKM

(December 8, 2020) Barbara Florio Graham is one of the two members of Ottawa Independent Writers to whom their 2020 anthology is dedicated. The book has just been released, called "Short Stories for Long Year," and is the fourth annual anthology OIW has published. Bobbi has contributed to all four of them, winning First Prize for her short story in the 2018 anthology. The full dedication and a link to the book is on Bobbi's website: https://SimonTeakettle.com/media.room.htm

(December 8, 2020) Roland Hughes has a new book: The Minimum You Need to Know About the Phallus of AGILE. "A journey through IT history explaining why SDLC Waterfall Model is Software Engineering and AGILE will never be. Take a walk forward from the days of paper tape and punched cards through to today and learn there is a method to the madness. AGILE is just the latest name for 'hacking on the fly' and guess what? There have been a lot of different names for it over the decades. True Software Engineering uses SDLC Waterfall. The methodology didn't just fall out of the sky. The greatest minds of the time focused on creating success the first time rather than failing as fast and as often as possible sprint after sprint." See more at www.theminimumyouneedtoknow.com/agile_book.html

(October 3, 2020) Osemome Ndebbio recently published two books: 1. Mastering the Alphabet: How to Teach Your Child Phonics Like A Pro (Phonics Map Workbooks) - Think teaching your child to read is too difficult a task to tackle? Phonics Map proves it is not! Phonics Map takes the pain out of learning and provides parents, with all the tools they need to lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and reading. If your goal is to create a happy, confident, eager reader, Mastering the Alphabet, Book One in the Phonics Map Workbook Series, will get you started. On Amazon: https://amzn.to/36xnsP0
2. The Pee Bee Dee Muddle Fuddle - Zehi can read lots of words...As long as they don't have the letters 'p,' or 'b,' or' in them! What will it take for Zehi to learn to read words with these letters? If a child you know struggles with identifying letters of the alphabet, they will find this humorous book a fun and exciting read.
On Amazon: https://amzn.to/30sIDhy
Her website is: www.phonicsmap.com

(September 22, 2020) Carol Brzozowski was profiled on the new "Eat Like a Writer" website: https://bit.ly/2Hpn6j5 - The interesting site is edited by food writer Liz Barrett Foster, who endeavors to connect readers with writers through the avenue of food.

(August 13, 2020)  Mali Schantz-Feld has received the designation of Certified Dental Editor (CDE) from the American Association of Dental Editors and Journalists. Over the past few years, she has completed 30 hours of continuing education in approved subject areas related to writing, editing, layout and design, editorial leadership, and communications. Ten of those credits were from the American Dental Association and its Leadership Institute. Mali also has a Certificate of Essential Skills from the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA).

(July 25/20) Bill Gralnick has been asked to become a columnist for the Brooklyn Eagle. The column will be based on his memoir, The War of the Itchy Balls: And Other Tales from Brooklyn (https://amzn.to/308kQ8o). The Eagle has been in publication since the middle 1800s.

(June 1, 2020) Jacquelyn Lynn has published a new book: Work as Worship: How Your Labor Becomes Your Legacy.  Jackie and marketplace ministry expert Mark Goldstein talk about the challenges Christians face in the workplace and how to turn a  workplace - whether as an employee or business owner - into a richly rewarding marketplace ministry that will let you serve in ways you never imagined. Available in paperback and Kindle formats at https://amzn.to/2Xo7Mc8

(May 22, 2020)   Penny Fletcher is a part of Sunbury Press Publishing's new book, After the Pandemic. The book was written in April and published in May, an extraordinary publishing feat for any publishing house at any time – but especially during this shut-down and shut-in period. Each chapter was written by a different Sunbury author, and addresses a different subject about family and community life, education, politics, health care and more. There is also information about past plagues, how they affected other societies, and how this one will lead to change for countries around the world. Penny's chapter is "Materialism vs Spirituality." After the Pandemic is available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2WWdphp and on the publisher's website at https://bit.ly/3e9BqHu

(April 11, 2020) Barbara Florio Graham (https://SimonTeakettle.com) has been contributing to Darryl MacMahon's weekly newsletter on climate issues, but that has now shifted to a daily blog on COVID-19. Darryl has extensive background in the health field, as well as analytic skills, so is able to report with authority and also debunk misinformation. In one blog post, he suggested readers might enjoy the diversion of reading the Simon Teakettle blog. He has now taken a number of Bobbi's suggestions about how to stay productive and creative during isolation, at www.econogics.com/blog.htm, including a link Bobbi's online creativity course.

Bobbi has also started a new monthly column offering publishing advice, which will be sent to members of Ottawa Independent Writers for their exclusive use. Her latest article is in the April issue of Freelance Writer's Report, while "Columbo" will appear in the spring issue of Barnard Magazine and another article has sold to 55 Plus Lifestyle (an Eastern Ontario regional mag) which should be in their May/June issue.

Finally, Bobbi was asked by author and book coach Bobbi Linkemer to contribute to her new book: How to Age with Grace: Living your Best Life in your 70s, 80s, and Beyond. Bobbi granted one-time anthology rights to "My Kick the Bucket List," which appeared in 55 Plus in 2018 and in the Winter 2020, issue of Latin Magazine (from The Latin School of Chicago).

(April 11, 2020) For those with kids at home to entertain for days on end, Will Bontrager made a video about how to melt chocolate in the oven. It's taken from his Amish Recipes: Chocolate-Covered Candy: https://willbontrager.com/amish-recipes/extras/melt-chocolate-oven-video. php

(February 21, 2020)  Penny Fletcher has a contract from Sunbury Press, http://sunburypress.com/, for True Stories Of Help From The Other Side, her book on metaphysics/spirituality, which she has studied & practiced since the 1960s. ) Penny also teaches Fiction & Memoirs at The Center 4-Lifelong Learning in Sun City Center, Florida.

(February 5, 2020) Mary Harwell Sayler has a new print version of A Gathering of Poems (from her previously published ones) available on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2Ht1bUI. Check it out - and take a peek at the "look inside" pages.

 

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