The Perfect Gift for the Writer in Your LIfe

We've Got The Perfect Gift For The Writer In Your Life  Are you tired of giving the same old gifts... pens, stationary, books, coffee house gift cards... to the writer in your life? Why not give a special gift that your writer will enjoy without cluttering up their writing space? The Heron Bay Books Writer's Retreat is an all-inclusive weekend focusing on the craft, business and energy of the writing process.  Workshops, lodging, meals, and fun activities are all included... making this the perfect gift for the writer who not only wants to improve their skills, but also enjoy a mini-vacation networking with other writers. Visit our website at www.HeronBayBooks.com to discover all the exciting details! Take an extra $100 Off registration fees When you reserve space before February 15, 2013! Use Code: HBBGIFT Surprise the Writer in your life with a gift they will be sure to love! Click the link below to learn more: Writer's Retreat Registration www.HeronBayBooks.com

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2013 @DaytonBookExpo: Call for Authors and Sponsors

Dayton Book Expo Where book lovers connect  Greetings, Fellow Author! Over the years, scores of authors and hundreds of book lovers have experienced the Dayton Book Expo (DBE). Now, it's your turn to enjoy literary fun at our fourth annual event.   Our dedicated book lovers are looking forward to meeting you. This means an opportunity for you to showcase and autograph your books. The all-day event - which is free and open to the public - includes panel discussions for aspiring authors, activities for children at the Kidz Zone, spoken word and book signings!   To express our appreciation for your commitment to literacy in Dayton, we're offering an incentive registration through December 1, 2012. If you're an author, you don't want to miss your opportunity to connect with hundreds of avid book lovers.   Can't wait to see you!   Sincerely, Valerie J. Lewis Coleman Dayton Book Expo, co-founder 888.802.1802     DaytonBookExpo.com Saturday, April 27, 2013 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sinclair Community College Ponitz Conference Center (Building 12) 444 West Third Street Dayton, Ohio 45402 In This Issue Our Mission Previous Sponsors Meet Dayton's Book Lovers Encourage a Young Reader Our Mission   Our purpose is to promote and encourage literacy in our community Previous Sponsors Sinclair Community College Indiana Wesleyan University Antioch University Midwest Dayton Metro Library Poetry in Motion My Mobile Mommies FedEx Kinkos WDTN TV 2 WRGT TV 45 DATV Dayton Daily News Dayton Weekly News WCSU 88.9 FM WFCJ 93.7 FM WYSO 91.3 FM More sponsors... Meet Dayton's Book Lovers A Call for Authors   Tables are only for authors. Set-up begins at 9:30 AM. Tables must be completely set-up by 10:30 AM. The DBE begins promptly at 11:00 AM.   NOTE: One author per table. Floor displays must be positioned behind the author table. Table-top displays cannot exceed 24" in height. Your participation includes One table (not skirted) and two chairs Listing in the DBE booklet (8.5" x 11" color) One access pass to the DBE Hospitality Room for breakfast One parking pass Event-day sales reported to New York Times Online presence at DaytonBookExpo.com Inclusion in the DBE Awards: Genre-specific winners - based on event-day sales - will receive a plaque, book medallions and listing for a year at DaytonBookExpo.com Titles distributed through Amazon.com will be posted on the DBE Virtual Bookstore. Annual top sellers will be spotlighted at the 2014 event. DBE is providing additional promotional opportunities including featured-author ads in the booklet, cover images on 10,000 postcards and new release celebration party.   Space is limited, so click here to register today and save $75!  The early-bird incentive ends December 1, 2012!   Follow us online at             Twitter.com/DaytonBookExpo             FaceBook.com/DaytonBookExpo   Encourage a Young Reader Be a DBE Sponsor    We invite you to collaborate with us on this great endeavor. Your involvement will assist us in hosting a successful literary event and provide your company with an opportunity to support book lovers in the City of Dayton. For details, contact us at 513.265.9412 or email Info@DaytonBookExpo.com. Where book lovers connect!

Dayton Book Expo | 893 South Main Street | PMB 175 | Englewood | OH | 45322

2013 @DaytonBookExpo: Call for Authors and Sponsors

Dayton Book Expo Where book lovers connect  Greetings, Fellow Author! Over the years, scores of authors and hundreds of book lovers have experienced the Dayton Book Expo (DBE). Now, it's your turn to enjoy literary fun at our fourth annual event.   Our dedicated book lovers are looking forward to meeting you. This means an opportunity for you to showcase and autograph your books. The all-day event - which is free and open to the public - includes panel discussions for aspiring authors, activities for children at the Kidz Zone, spoken word and book signings!   To express our appreciation for your commitment to literacy in Dayton, we're offering an incentive registration through December 1, 2012. If you're an author, you don't want to miss your opportunity to connect with hundreds of avid book lovers.   Can't wait to see you!   Sincerely, Valerie J. Lewis Coleman Dayton Book Expo, co-founder 888.802.1802     DaytonBookExpo.com Saturday, April 27, 2013 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sinclair Community College Ponitz Conference Center (Building 12) 444 West Third Street Dayton, Ohio 45402 In This Issue Our Mission Previous Sponsors Meet Dayton's Book Lovers Encourage a Young Reader Our Mission   Our purpose is to promote and encourage literacy in our community Previous Sponsors Sinclair Community College Indiana Wesleyan University Antioch University Midwest Dayton Metro Library Poetry in Motion My Mobile Mommies FedEx Kinkos WDTN TV 2 WRGT TV 45 DATV Dayton Daily News Dayton Weekly News WCSU 88.9 FM WFCJ 93.7 FM WYSO 91.3 FM More sponsors... Meet Dayton's Book Lovers A Call for Authors   Tables are only for authors. Set-up begins at 9:30 AM. Tables must be completely set-up by 10:30 AM. The DBE begins promptly at 11:00 AM.   NOTE: One author per table. Floor displays must be positioned behind the author table. Table-top displays cannot exceed 24" in height. Your participation includes One table (not skirted) and two chairs Listing in the DBE booklet (8.5" x 11" color) One access pass to the DBE Hospitality Room for breakfast One parking pass Event-day sales reported to New York Times Online presence at DaytonBookExpo.com Inclusion in the DBE Awards: Genre-specific winners - based on event-day sales - will receive a plaque, book medallions and listing for a year at DaytonBookExpo.com Titles distributed through Amazon.com will be posted on the DBE Virtual Bookstore. Annual top sellers will be spotlighted at the 2014 event. DBE is providing additional promotional opportunities including featured-author ads in the booklet, cover images on 10,000 postcards and new release celebration party.   Space is limited, so click here to register today and save $75!  The early-bird incentive ends December 1, 2012!   Follow us online at             Twitter.com/DaytonBookExpo             FaceBook.com/DaytonBookExpo   Encourage a Young Reader Be a DBE Sponsor    We invite you to collaborate with us on this great endeavor. Your involvement will assist us in hosting a successful literary event and provide your company with an opportunity to support book lovers in the City of Dayton. For details, contact us at 513.265.9412 or email Info@DaytonBookExpo.com. Where book lovers connect!

Dayton Book Expo | 893 South Main Street | PMB 175 | Englewood | OH | 45322

2013 @DaytonBookExpo: Call for Authors and Sponsors

Dayton Book Expo Where book lovers connect  Greetings, Fellow Author! Over the years, scores of authors and hundreds of book lovers have experienced the Dayton Book Expo (DBE). Now, it's your turn to enjoy literary fun at our fourth annual event.   Our dedicated book lovers are looking forward to meeting you. This means an opportunity for you to showcase and autograph your books. The all-day event - which is free and open to the public - includes panel discussions for aspiring authors, activities for children at the Kidz Zone, spoken word and book signings!   To express our appreciation for your commitment to literacy in Dayton, we're offering an incentive registration through December 1, 2012. If you're an author, you don't want to miss your opportunity to connect with hundreds of avid book lovers.   Can't wait to see you!   Sincerely, Valerie J. Lewis Coleman Dayton Book Expo, co-founder 888.802.1802     DaytonBookExpo.com Saturday, April 27, 2013 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Sinclair Community College Ponitz Conference Center (Building 12) 444 West Third Street Dayton, Ohio 45402 In This Issue Our Mission Previous Sponsors Meet Dayton's Book Lovers Encourage a Young Reader Our Mission   Our purpose is to promote and encourage literacy in our community Previous Sponsors Sinclair Community College Indiana Wesleyan University Antioch University Midwest Dayton Metro Library Poetry in Motion My Mobile Mommies FedEx Kinkos WDTN TV 2 WRGT TV 45 DATV Dayton Daily News Dayton Weekly News WCSU 88.9 FM WFCJ 93.7 FM WYSO 91.3 FM More sponsors... Meet Dayton's Book Lovers A Call for Authors   Tables are only for authors. Set-up begins at 9:30 AM. Tables must be completely set-up by 10:30 AM. The DBE begins promptly at 11:00 AM.   NOTE: One author per table. Floor displays must be positioned behind the author table. Table-top displays cannot exceed 24" in height. Your participation includes One table (not skirted) and two chairs Listing in the DBE booklet (8.5" x 11" color) One access pass to the DBE Hospitality Room for breakfast One parking pass Event-day sales reported to New York Times Online presence at DaytonBookExpo.com Inclusion in the DBE Awards: Genre-specific winners - based on event-day sales - will receive a plaque, book medallions and listing for a year at DaytonBookExpo.com Titles distributed through Amazon.com will be posted on the DBE Virtual Bookstore. Annual top sellers will be spotlighted at the 2014 event. DBE is providing additional promotional opportunities including featured-author ads in the booklet, cover images on 10,000 postcards and new release celebration party.   Space is limited, so click here to register today and save $75!  The early-bird incentive ends December 1, 2012!   Follow us online at             Twitter.com/DaytonBookExpo             FaceBook.com/DaytonBookExpo   Encourage a Young Reader Be a DBE Sponsor    We invite you to collaborate with us on this great endeavor. Your involvement will assist us in hosting a successful literary event and provide your company with an opportunity to support book lovers in the City of Dayton. For details, contact us at 513.265.9412 or email Info@DaytonBookExpo.com. Where book lovers connect!

Dayton Book Expo | 893 South Main Street | PMB 175 | Englewood | OH | 45322

MSU’s One Community Read #author wins @NationalBook Award via mittenlit.com @mittenlit1 #michlit #michigan

mittenlit.com         MSU's One Community Read author wins National Book Award November 21, 2012 at 7:31 PM   Hopefully, every MSU freshman was sent an e-mail last week about Katherine Boo, MSUs "One Book-One Community" book author, who won the 2012 National Book Award for Non-Fiction for her book "Behind the Beautiful Forevers." Read an interview with Boo on Mittenlit.com here. Boo now adds the prestigious award to her Pulitzer Prize which she won for her work at the Washington Post. Documentarians like Boo only come along once or so in a decade and I hope she's got her sight set on her next project. The committee which chooses each year's book is to be highly commended for their selection, afterall, it's not often you can pick the National Book Award winner.     Also winning an award this year was one of my long time favorite authors Louise Erdrich for her book "The Round House", a continuation of her unparalleled writing about America's often invisible American Indian community. Michigan's own Elmore Leonard was also recognized for his writing with the National Book Award Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. I was fortunate enough to see Elmore in Warren Michigan  about a week before his award ceremony and when I asked him about he award he said he had just finished writing his "speech" that afternoon and his own precise way he added, "at 3 p.m." Photos of Elmore showed him all dressed up in a suit (or tux) and tie. Mostly he wears comfortable sweaters. Elmore continued the string of having a Michigan author on the program of the National Book Award for the last three years with Bonnie Jo Campbell, Jaimy Gordon and Jesmyn Ward all representing Michigan so ably in the past three years.