3rd Annual Afr’Am Fest Literary Award Program (May 21-23)

As part of SEVAA’s literacy campaign, “Reading is a Family Affair,” launched in 2008, the organization seeks to recognize and support outstanding contributions in the literary arena by African-Americans. Nominations are currently being accepted for its 3rd Annual Afr’Am Fest Literary Awards (AFLA) Program. The program is mainly aimed at small press and self-published authors who may not be recognized by large, mainstream venues.  With exposure to our numerous supporters around the country, AFLA seeks to help these authors who may not have the resources available to be recognized... 

Learn How to Create, Publish & Market E-Books (March 25)

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Meet Rita Y. Toews – Founder of Read an E-Book Week (March 7-13, 2010)

For those following along on Twitter, please use hashtag #ebookweek for REBW 2010. History – Read an E-Book Week (REBW) was first registered with Chase’s Calendar of Events in 2004 by founder, Rita Y. Toews.  By having the week officially recognized, e-book authors and publishers acquired a certain extra “legitimacy” during that week to promote the new technology of e-books. The public and media were initially wary of e-books and many doors were closed to promotion. With the week officially recognized by Chase’s, authors reported they now... 

Self-Publishing Symposium 2010 (March 7th)

The Self-Publishing Symposium 2010 will be held March 7th, 2010 at The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture (New York). Attend to take advantage of what this important business event can do for your publishing company. Whether you’re a self-published author, small/independent press or writer considering self-publishing, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to: - Learn successful business strategies from industry experts - Network with professionals and make powerful connections - Grow your business to new heights The Self-Publishing Symposium’s huge success has secured its presence... 

Read an E-Book Week (March 7-13) & Kick-off of E-Book Reading Challenge

Read an E-Book Week educates and informs the public about the pleasures and advantages of reading electronically. Authors, publishers, vendors, the media and readers world-wide are welcome to join in the effort. We encourage you to promote electronic reading with any event. These could include: public readings, library displays, reading challenges, school visits, newspaper and blog articles, chat show appearances, internet radio interviews, e-book give-ways, and banners on your website. E-Books are becoming quite popular with the avid reader and a lot of people are purchasing devices such as the... 

Authors for Haiti (Fundraiser)

For those in the NY and surrounding areas, please try to make it out to support this worthy cause!  The letter below was distributed by Richard Jeanty, author and publisher or RJ Publications. January 29, 2010 Dear Readers, Many across the world have witnessed the horrific destruction that occurred on January 13, 2010 in the nation of Haiti. As progressive humanitarians and social advocates, it is necessary that we take part in the recovery efforts to aid thousands of individuals who are currently without shelter, food, family, and medical attention. RJ Publications is teaming up with some of... 

LMN Premier of Sins of the Mother based on novel by Carleen Brice (February 21st)

On Sunday, February 21st, the Lifetime Movie Network will show “Sins of the Mother,” which is based on Orange Mint and Honey by Carleen Brice.  The movie stars Jill Scott and Nicole Beharie as a recovering alcoholic and her adult daughter who must work through the issues from their past. Carleen is holding a contest for book clubs in conjunction with the movie to on her website, www.carleenbrice.com. Host a viewing party and you could win a gift basket full of fun stuff, including autographed books from a variety of women’s fictions authors including Bernice McFadden, Donna Grant and Virginia... 

Save the Date: 10 Year Anniversary Celebration of Sugar by Bernice McFadden (Jan 5th)

Save the date!  On January 5th, 2010, RAWSISTAZ (online & local chapters) will be having an online celebration for the 10 Year Anniversary of Sugar, written by Bernice McFadden on January 9th, 2000. If you’re looking for the chat, click HERE to join us, starting at 10AM EST. On her blog, she shares: Dear Book Lover: You may not know me or my novels, because I am a member of a growing band of African-American writers of literary fiction who are slowly disappearing. And not because I am lacking in talent and credentials; in fact I have already published a number of books with major... 

Urban Reviews’ 12 Days of Christmas

Urban-Reviews.com is holding a special contest this month, the 12 Days of Christmas.  They are giving away a free African-American fiction title every day from Monday, Dec 14th to Christmas Day on Friday, Dec 25th. ~You Must Be An Urban Reviews Yahoo Group or Facebook Group Member To Qualify!~ So, be sure you sign up for their group as indicated on their CONTEST PAGE. Send via Email, Print or Share with Social Networks  Read More →

“An Evening in Conversation” with Dr. Cornel West & CBS Sports Personality James Brown

Cathedral International will host “An Evening in Conversation with Dr. Cornel West, noted author, activist and college professor and James Brown, business owner, Emmy award winning sports commentator and motivational speaker.  The event will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 7:00 pm at Cathedral International, 277 Madison Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ. Renowned for numerous accomplishments in their respective fields, West and Brown will participate in a lively, interactive discussion facilitated by Charisse Jones, author and national correspondent for USA Today. The evening is an opportunity... 

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