Did you know March is Small Press Month? Small Press Month, sponsored by the New York Center for Independent Publishing (formerly the Small Press Center) is held annually in March and raises awareness about the work of independent presses across the United States.
The New York Center for Independent Publishing is pleased to announce that their 22nd Book Fair will help kick off National Small Press Month. It will take place March 6th and 7th, 2010 in the General Society Library at 20 West 44th Street in Midtown Manhattan. Registration is now open.
But if you need another place to celebrate, what better place than Indie-Debut 2010– a debut group of authors whose books hail from small presses! Join us at Indie-Debut 2010 for our own month long blogobration! Be sure to drop by each week. We’ll have new interviews with small and indie publishers, agents and other members of the publishing industry. And make sure to join us on Fridays for exciting giveaways–all with a Small Press Theme!
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The NEA, celebrated the fun of reading, bringing America under one hat—the famous red-and-white stovepipe of the Cat—for a flurry of reading excitement on March 2, the birthday of Dr. Seuss as well as Read Across America Day.
The National Education Association’s Read Across America Day is the nation’s largest reading event, occurring each year on or near Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Many schools and libraries across the country organized their own events and celebrations.
“While government must ensure that all our children receive a world-class education, parents and caregivers play a crucial role in preparing them — especially during early childhood. We can promote a positive relationship with books and language through everyday activities to make reading fun and interactive. When reading to young children, I urge all parents and caregivers to talk about what is happening in a story, point out details that relate to real life, and encourage them to ask about words they do not understand. Making regular trips to the library, playing word games, and simply keeping books around the home can foster a love of reading that will last a lifetime. We can also set a good example by turning off the television and picking up a book to read with or alongside our children,” said President Obama.
Theodor Geisel wrote more than 60 books for children. He used the pen name Dr. Seuss for the titles he both wrote and illustrated, while the pen name Theo LeSieg was used for the titles he wrote but didn’t illustrate. He won the Pulitzer Prize in 1984. He was born on March 2, 1904, and died in 1991. He would have turned 106 Tuesday.
Watch video clips from Reading Rockets’ interview with Audrey Geisel, the widow of Dr. Seuss, Ted Geisel. It’s a fascinating glimpse into the life of the man who’s had a lasting influence on children’s literature and American culture.
It’s time to Fish for a Free Book! Below you’ll find the links of some wonderful blogs that are hosting a children’s -young adult book giveaway.
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I don’t know about you, but the Winter Olympics always get me in sports mode.It’s easy to find myself glued to the TV, cheering for the United States in everything from hockey to ski jumping to snowboarding (Yay, Shaun White!).
Just in time for the Olympics comes The Greatest Moments in Sports by veteran sportscaster Len Berman. But you’ll find much more than the Olympics. Len Berman has covered just about every major sporting event, including Super Bowls and World Series.
What’s interesting about this book is what Len Berman states in the introduction, “What were the greatest moments in sports history? Ask 25 sports fans, and you may get 25 different answers.” Throughout the book, Berman offers up some stories, stats and pictures to help spark your next debate on this very topic. Consider the greatest play in Super Bowl history…when David Tyree leaped into the air, with defensive back Rodney Harrison draped all over him. He somehow held on to the ball for an absolutely amazing 32-yard play down to the Patriots 24-yard line. Or how about when Wilt Chamberlain scored a double triple-double? What about when Cassius Clay beat Sonny Liston. Phew–pretty tough, right?
What I like about this book is that not only are the highly recognizable sports stars like Jordan and Woods highlighted, but so are Roger Bannister and Nadia Comaneci. What’s also cool is that the book comes with a CD that contains the live broadcast audio of a dozen incredible moments chronicled in the book, including the U.S. Olympic hockey team’s miracle on ice and Michael Phelps breaking Mark Spitz’s Olympic swimming record. Just what you need to relive those magical moments and send chills up your arms.
So what would you call the greatest moment in sports? About The Author:
Len Berman is a veteransportscaster and creator of “Spanning the World,” a monthly collection of sports bloopers, which was a 20-year staple on NBC’s Today Show. Berman is the recipient of eight Emmy Awardsand is a six-time winner of New York Sportscaster of the Year. His daily Top 5 email is featured in The Huffington Postand is received by thousands around the country.
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by veteran sportscaster Len Berman. But you’ll find much more than the Olympics. Len Berman has covered just about every major sporting event, including Super Bowls and World Series.
