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Maryann Reid: Award-Winning Author and Social Commentator | January 17, 2012

“As a published author, journalist, and former publicist I know first hand how overwhelming the publishing and media worlds can be.  I comb through all the clutter out there and teach only what works, only what I learned, and only what has brought me the best and fastest results.   Books & Buzz is designed to be results-oriented, efficient and a smart way to acquire new solutions and skills to propel your publishing and media goals forward in a short time.  I created Books & Buzz because like you I have something to say and want others to listen, but don’t … Read More »


 

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Leslie Moonves at 92nd St. Y: January 19 | January 10, 2012

Calling all media/entertainment professionals, students, and enthusiasts: Leslie Moonves, president and CEO of CBS Corporation, will visit Manhattan’s 92nd St. Y on January 19 at 8:15 p.m. as part of the Y’s “Captains of Industry” series. CBS Corporation includes CBS Television Network, Showtime, and Simon & Schuster.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the Y’s event page.

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Babysitters Can Share a Love of Reading Too! | August 19, 2011

Books create a special bond between babysitters and children. Books can enhance children’s listening skills, help them learn to read, introduce them to new concepts and even help calm fussy children.

Here are a few tips for sharing “Book Time” while at home with the children in your care.

1. Find a comfortable place to sit away from distractions. Turn off the television, put away video games or computers. Just piling several pillows in the corner of a room and sitting on the floor makes a wonderful “nook” to read.

2. If you babysit often for the children, set aside … Read More »


 

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Rock Bottom | March 10, 2011

From New York Times bestselling author and internationally renowned environmental and consumer advocate Erin Brockovich, comes Rock Bottom, a debut thriller and first in a series of novels that introduces one of the most fascinating and memorable characters in suspense fiction.

Ten years ago, Angela Joy Palladino left home as a pregnant seventeen-year-old in trouble. Far from home, AJ succeeded in establishing her career as an environmental activist, dubbed “The People’s Champion,” only to suffer failure once again in the wake of a crushing media disaster.

So when AJ is offered a job with a lawyer who has taken on large mining corporations hoping … Read More »


 

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The Night Season: A thriller | March 3, 2011

With the Beauty Killer Gretchen Lowell locked away behind bars once again, Archie Sheridan — a Portland police detective and nearly one of her victims –  can finally rest a little easier. Meanwhile, the city of Portland is in crisis.  Heavy rains have flooded the Willamette River, and several people have drowned in the quickly rising waters. Or at least that’s what they thought until the medical examiner discovers that the latest victim didn’t drown: She was poisoned before she went into the water.   Soon after, three of those drownings are also proven to be murders. Portland has a new … Read More »


 

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Book Giveaway: Prevent a Second Heart Attack | March 1, 2011

If you’re one of the 13 million Americans who have survived a heart attack or been diagnosed with heart disease, Dr. Janet Bond Brill offers a delicious and foolproof plan that can lower your risk of a second heart attack by up to 70 percent. Inspired by the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet, the Prevent a Second Heart Attack Plan is based on satisfaction, rather than deprivation.

Backed by cutting edge research, Dr. Brill explains:

* Why the Mediterranean diet is the gold standard of heart-healthy eating
* How “good carbs” such as oatmeal and popcorn lower bad cholesterol, prevent high blood pressure, and control … Read More »


 

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Book Giveaway: Food Stories | February 1, 2011

Food Stories by Denny Stanz consists of a series of short stories showing men how to cook a simple and tasty meal. The real-life stories take away the fear and uncertainty for men. Whether it’s a 25-year-old inviting his buddies over for a poker game, a 35-year-old single dad cooking dinner for his daughter and her friends, or a 55-year-old divorced man hosting a Thanksgiving dinner that includes his ex-wife and her new husband, Food Stories has something for everyone. Visit www.DennyStanz.com

A personal note from Chic Galleria Editor-in-Chief, Beth Anderson:

Denny sent me a copy of this book for my personal … Read More »


 

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Exclusive Interview: Wisdom from Linda Gayle Thompson | January 14, 2011

Always on the lookout for inspiring true stories from women, I was, of course, thrilled and delighted to have been booked for a community ‘do with the fabulous Linda Gayle Thompson, author of Hookers, Midgets, and Fire Trucks:  An Invitation to our Party.  My job was to show women how to bling themselves out for the holidays; Linda’s job was to share her phenomenal story, one of courage, faith, and determination – which she did, beautifully!  We laughed, we cried, and we all left the event with a new, enlightened perspective on this funny thing called life.

I read Linda’s book, … Read More »