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Brooklyn, New York – I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for February 2011 Book Fair.

2010-10-07T08:09:00.001-07:00

Brooklyn, New York – I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for February 2011 Book Fair.

Vendor Applications now available!

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Due to the overwhelming success of the 2009 and 2010 I Love to Read Book Fair the committee has decided to implement an Early Email Sign up List to keep authors informed on the progress of the 2011 Book Fair.

Authors nationwide from a variety of genres participated in the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Official Book Fair Web Site http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html
Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amount of growth over the last couple of Years and is fueling growth in this sector.

I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair looks to engage the whole family annually in
America’s favorite pastime its love for reading.

To view video from prior book fair click on link here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X47iePk1Pc

To view press clipping from prior book fair click on link here: http://tinyurl.com/yfjdeyr

Log on to I LOVE TO READ Multi-Cultural Book Fair Official web site @ http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html

You may email us @ philandrews2001@yahoo.com or bbeedda@yahoo.com to be placed on mailing list or request a vendor/author application for the 2010 book fair scheduled during the month of February 2011.

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Brooklyn, New York – I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 2011 Book Fair

2010-07-03T18:55:00.001-07:00

Brooklyn, New York – I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 2011 Book Fair.

Due to the overwhelming success of the 2009 and 2010 I Love to Read Book Fair the committee has decided to implement an Early Email Sign up List to keep authors informed on the progress of the 2011 Book Fair.

Authors nationwide from a variety of genres participated in the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Official Book Fair Web Site http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html
Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amount of growth over the last couple of Years and is fueling growth in this sector.

I Love to Read Book Multi-Cultural Fair looks to engage the whole family annually in
America’s favorite pastime it’s love for reading.

To view video from prior book fair click on link here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0X47iePk1Pc

To view press clipping from prior book fair click on link here: http://tinyurl.com/yfjdeyr

Log on to I LOVE TO READ Multi-Cultural Book Fair Official web site @ http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html

You may email us @ philandrews2001@yahoo.com or bbeedda@yahoo.com to be placed on mailing list or request a vendor/author application for the 2010 book fair scheduled during the month of February 2011.

Freeport, New York - 8th Annual Harlem Book Fair on Long Island Saturday, September 18, 2010

2010-02-20T18:32:00.001-08:00

Freeport, New York - 8th Annual Harlem Book Fair on Long Island Saturday, September 18, 2010

The 8th Annual Harlem Book Fair on Long Island (HBF-LI) presents a great opportunity to bring African-American authors, artists, poets, performers and vendors together with the Long Island community.

The daylong event features book signing by noted authors, panel discussions, ethnic music and dance, fiction and nonfiction books, vendors, and a Children’s Pavilion with its own featured authors, storytellers and face painters.

HBF-LI will be held Saturday, September 18, 2010, 12 noon - 6 p.m. at the Freeport Recreation Center, 130 East Merrick Road, Freeport NY. For further information call (516) 379-5466 or fax (516) 908-4077 or e-mail: hbfli@optonline.net.

The Harlem Book Fair on Long Island is supported by the African Atlantic Genealogical Society, the Freeport Community Development Agency, Verizon and QBR Publications.

Official Registration site http://www.aagsinc.net/bookfair.html

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To view prior Harlem Book Fair on Long Island click on link :http://www.cbbooksdistribution.com/events4.html

2010 I Love to Read Book Fair February 2010 Brooklyn, New York

2010-01-06T09:33:00.001-08:00

2010 I Love to Read Book Fair February 2010 Brooklyn, New York

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Brooklyn, New York – 3rd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair Announces Early Author
Email Sign up List for 2010 Book Fair. The 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair is scheduled for February 2010 Due to the overwhelming success of the 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair the committee has decided to implement an Early Email Sign up List to keep authors informed on the progress of the 2009 Book Fair.

Dominic Carter "Inside City Hall” Headlined the 2008 Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair and Danny Simmons was the headline guest for the 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Authors nationwide from a variety of genres participated in the 2008 & 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Official Book Fair Web Site

http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html

I Love to Read Book Fair recently launched its web site at Bookfairs.4t.com in 2008. I Love to Read Book Fair is geared toward African American and Multicultural Authors and serves as a tribute to the
contribution to the literary arena.

Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amout of growth over the last couple of
year, and is fueling growth in this sector.

Log on to I LOVE TO READ BOOK FAIR official Registration web site today at http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com/Register.html for more information, complete vendor registration details, and to sign up for our Early Author Sign-up List for the 2010 Book Fair. Email us at bbeedda@yahoo.com to request 2010 I Love to Read Book Fair application.

Don;t forget to bookmark our blog at http://Ilovetoreadbookfair.blogspot.com

New York, New York ~ Famed actor, Wesley Snipes will headline the African American Pavilion at BookExpo America May 2009

2009-05-03T08:58:00.001-07:00

New York, New York ~ Famed actor, Wesley Snipes will headline the African American Pavilion at BookExpo America May 2009 on Saturday, May 30th at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City.

Snipes, best known for his starring roles in numerous blockbuster movies including Jungle Fever, New Jack City, Passenger 57, Money Train, White Men Can't Jump, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar and the cult classic trilogy, Blade, will be introducing his new movie, “Zulu Mech 1.”

Book Expo America’s African American Pavilion is the largest African American book trade industry show in the world. It is a tremendous marketplace where thousands of African American publishing industry professionals, influential exhibitors and book buyers form a community of togetherness. It has been described as a family reunion of sorts. Exhibitors will be showcasing their books to an expected 20,000+ industry professionals and consumers over 5,500 square feet of joint exhibit space on the main exhibit floor at the Javits Center.

Wesley Snipes, Author, Brother G. and Graphic Artist Mshindo Kuumba 1, will Present "African Legends Past and Future", The Shades of Memnon Book Series and announce the new "Zulu Mech 1" sci-fi/fantasy movie starring Wesley Snipes.

“The Apprentice,” Omarosa will also be representing her book, “The Bitch Switch: Knowing How To Turn It On An Off.” Other attractions include Marcella Smith of Barnes & Noble discussing “How To Get Your Books Into Barnes & Noble,” Yvonne Rose, Quality Press on “How To Self Publish Your Book,” Darnell & Therez Smith, “Marketing Your Website,” Buffie The Body Vixon Icon, Mildred Muhammad

“Scared Silent-The DC Sniper,” Dana Dane for his book, “Numbers,” Thomas Joyner, Jr.; Wil LaVeist; Thomas A. LaVeist, PhD; Neil Foote; The Tom Joyner Foundation, Prepares Kids For College, Herbert Harris of the LifeSkill Institute, Inc. presenting “Wealth Building In Trying Times,” Booker T. Mattison, Baker Publishing Group, Christianity & Hip Hop, Exhibitor and Celebrity Author Booksignings, Speakers, Giveaways and much more.

The African American Pavilion at BookExpo America 2009 is sponsored Amber Communications Group, Inc.; Amber Books; Adrienne Ingrum, LLC.; The Tom Joyner Foundation; Lift Every Voice Books; BlackNews.com / Diversity City Media, Inc.; QBR The Black Book Review / QBR.com; Disilgold.com and The Tushe Group, Sheila L. Agnew, Author of “All About the Vets: A Sharing of Life-Experiences for Women of Honor,” www.mobetterpublishing.com , Nehprii Amenii of Khunum Productions.

To learn more about the African American Pavilion at BookExpo America 2009, to purchase a table for a book signing or a meet & greet or for sponsorship opportunity information, visit http://www.winningbeginnings.com/AAPBEA.html

African American Pavilion At Bookexpo America May 2009 NYC

2009-04-29T08:51:00.001-07:00

African American Pavilion At Bookexpo America May 2009 NYC

Independent African American Book Publishers, Self Publishers, Black Interest Imprints at Major Publishing Houses, Literary Agents, and Publicists to exhibit at the African American Publishers Pavilion

New York, NY - African American Pavilion at BookExpo American coming to NYC May 2009

Independent African American Book Publishers, Self Publishers, Black Interest Imprints at Major Publishing Houses, Literary Agents, and Publicists to exhibit at the African American Publishers Pavilion at Book Expo America, at the prestigious Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City, May 28 - May 31, 2009.

Co-Founders of The African American Pavilion at BookExpo America, Tony Rose, Publisher/CEO, Amber Communications Group, Inc. and Adrienne Ingrum, CEO, Adrienne Ingrum L.L.C., former founding Associate Publisher of Black Issues Book Review have signed a new agreement with BookExpo America/Reed Expositions to manage the 6th Annual African American Pavilion @ BEA and produce the African American Pavilion Welcoming Reception and The African American Pavilion Reception and Awards Program at BookExpo America, Jacob Javits Convention Center, May 28 - May 31, 2009, New York City.

Now in its sixth year, the 5,500-square feet of joint exhibit space showcasing on the main exhibit floor/hall, African American books, authors, products and publishers, is the market place for thousands of African American publishing industry professionals. Influential exhibitors and book buyers form a community of unprecedented strength. "The African American Pavilion is a growing presence at BEA," says Exhibitor, ZANE, Publisher, Strebor Books International, LLC/Simon and Schuster, National Best-Selling Author of several New York Times and Essence Best-Selling titles and the 2008 African American Pavilion Awardee, "The Distinctive Voice and Publisher Award", "There will be great opportunities to learn, educate, sell, and network and it's making African American history a vital, visable part of the 108-year history of BookExpo America/American Booksellers Association."

"The response by the exhibitors and the book publishing industry to the 2008 African American Pavilion at BookExpo America was tremendous and powerful", stated Pavilion co-founder Tony Rose. "The Pavilion hosted some of the giants in the African American Publishing Industry such as: Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises; Tavis Smiley, Founder, The Tavis Smiley Foundation, New York Times and Essence Best-Selling Author; Denise Nicholas, Emmy and NAACP Image Award Winner; Kassahun Checole, Publisher, Africa World Press/Red Sea Press; Zane, Publisher and Founder, Strebor Books International/Simon and Schuster; Wade Hudson, President/CEO, Just Us Books; Mary B. Morrison, New York Times and Essence Best-Selling Author; Judith Curr, Executive Vice President, Publisher and Founder of Atria Books; Cheryl Woodruff, President, Associate Publisher, Smiley Books; Omar Tyree, New York Times and Essence Bestselling Author; Terrie Williams, President and Advocate, The Stay Strong Foundation and The Terrie Williams Agency, Essence National Best-Selling Author; George C. Fraser, National Best-Selling Author, Founder of FraserNet and The Power Networking Conference; Donna Hill, National Best-Selling Author; Carol Mackey, Editor-In-Chief, Black Expressions Book Club; Max Rodriguez, Founder, The Harlem Book Fair/QBR The Black Book Review; Troy Johnson, Founder, AALBC.com; Ron Kavanaugh, Founder, MosaicBooks.com; Jewell Parker Rhodes, National Best-Selling Author; Synthia SAINT JAMES, Internationally renowned Artist and Author; Dante Lee, President and CEO, Diversity City Media and Pam Perry, Chief Visionary, Ministry Marketing Solutions, President, Chocolate Pages."

BookExpo America, one of the largest book trade exhibits in the world provides independent African American book publishers, self publishers, authors, African American imprints at major publishing houses, distributors, literary agents, publicists, librarians, and bookstore owners with exposure to more than 80,000 book buyers and booksellers from across the world. With over 20,000 BEA attendees crossing up and down the Pavilion aisles. There will be huge opportunities to learn, share, educate, buy, sell and network, and the African American Pavilion provides our exhibitors the lowest discounted booth prices at the BookExpo America.

The African American Pavilion at BookExpo America was founded in 2004 by: Tony Rose, Amber Communications Group, Inc., Adrienne Ingrum, Adrienne Ingrum, L.L.C. and Niani Colom, Genesis Press.

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African American Pavilion At Bookexpo America May 2009 NYC

2009-04-29T08:47:00.000-07:00

National Bestselling Author Georgia Woodbine Releases Dynamic Timeless Book for High School and College Students

2009-04-22T18:54:00.001-07:00

National Bestselling Author Georgia Woodbine Releases Dynamic Timeless Book for High School and College Students

What do want to do with your life? What do you want to become? Where are you trying to be in next few years? These are questions that often times become a challenge to answer. Especially if you have not been exposed to the tools and resources that can really help change your life decisions.

There will always be great opposition and obstacles when trying to reach your goals and attain your hopes, dreams, and ideas. There will be both positive and negative energy that will come into your life throughout the years of your development, growth, and change. But, it’s up to you to be the person you were created to be and live by your design. You can be whatever you want to be as long as you believe it within yourself.

About The Book: How To Choose Your Career Path: Charting Your Success

ISBN # 0-9771362-5-6,
LCCN# 2009901714

This was book was created to empower high school and college students to tap into their passion to stay motivated on their journey to choosing their career path. This book uncovers what career would be best suited with your natural gifts. This timeless information will assist students and show them how to identify their strengths, manage their resources, maximize their time, network with focus, enhance business etiquette and build personal development skills that will prepare them for the real world.

This useful guide helps students who are searching for a greater life of purpose and seeking direction to finding a fulfilling career. This revolutionary approach delivers what is needed for you to find the career and/or business that is best suited with your natural abilities, skills, and talents. How To Choose Your Career Path: Charting Your Success opens your eyes to the great things that you never dreamed possible.

The thin line between success and failure is not having the right information.

THIS BOOK WILL:

• Help you Discover Your Gifts and Talents
• Provide you with Personal and Career Development Strategies
• Provide a Wealth of Information and Resources To Be Your Best
• Lead you to Finding a Fulfilling and Successful Career

To book National Bestselling Author Georgia Woodbine at your college, university, conference, church, community organization email PA Public Relations Company at philandrews2001@yahoo.com.

Pre-order your copy today by calling us now at 888-340-3409 or emailing us at info@georgiawoodbine.com

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Brooklyn, NY - 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair February 27,28 2009 Register online today!

2009-02-19T18:18:00.001-08:00

Brooklyn, NY - 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair February 27,28 2009 Register online today!

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Brooklyn, New York – Author Danny Simmons set to headline 2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 February 2009

2009-01-25T10:57:00.000-08:00

Brooklyn, New York – Author Danny Simmons set to headline 2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 /Black History Month Celebration & Obama Victory Celebration February 2009.

HONORING DOMINIC CARTER- SENIOR POLITICAL ANCHOR/ NY 1

AUTHOR OF “NO MOMMA’S BOY”

Brooklyn, New York – Author Danny Simmons set to headline 2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009/Black History Month Celebration & Obama Victory Celebration February 2009

2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 will also be commemorating the historic election of Barack Obama as the 1st African American President, in the history of the United States during this groundbreaking milestone.

Author Danny Simmons (Danny Simmons is an Artist, Novelist, Poet and creator of HBO's groundbreaking Def Poetry) set to headline 2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009. 2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 is currently announcing early author sign up and registration. The Basha Riddick Show will be documenting the Book Fair via Live Taping.

Basha Riddick – Producer of the Basha Riddick Show and of The”2nd Annual I Love to Read Book Fair 2009”

The Basha Riddick show connects with the human spirit and an environment for self-expression, with unlimited celebrity entertainment for enlightenment, education, and empowerment. It is a well established fact that The Basha Riddick Show focuses on issues that continue to have an important impact on our community, highlighting Celebrities i.e. Danny Glover, Debbie Allen; Artist Melba Moore, Norman Connors; Political Anchors /Authors Dominic Carter Senior Political Anchor NY1 News/Author, Hillary Clinton Secretary of State Elected, Barbara Walters; as well as Entrepreneurs, Clergy; Young Adults, Heroes, Unsung Heroes and Seniors within our communities. Basha Riddick is the Producer of the I Love to Read Book Fair 2009, along with Phil Andrews, host of the Power Networking Business Series.

Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amount of growth over the last several years, and are fueling growth in the book industry, while also informing the public of the importance of media coverage.

The Book fair’s essential goal is to enhance the quality of life of those affected, through positive entertainment, enlightenment, education and empowerment. We all know someone who is in a crisis, whether financially, emotionally, mentally, or physically. The Book Fair intends to Entertain, Enlighten, Educate and Empower individuals and communities to find positive ways to conquer their challenges and keep a healthy attitude while doing so.

That is our hope for your book(s) that they relate a positive message, compelling stories, and ways to transform lives through challenges and adversity while entertaining the public.

OPENING RECEPTION

BROOKLYN CHRISTIAN CENTER

1061 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn N.Y.

Produced by Basha Riddick & Phil Andrews

Hosted by Pastor Dennis A. Dillon - Editor in Chief the Christian Times/Author

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2009 6:00 p.m.-9:00pm

Directions: Take the "A or C" Train walk over one block to Atlantic Ave.
or take B25 OR B26 Bus to Atlantic Ave. near Franklin Ave. @ Class on Ave.

Tickets Available for Reception

Call for information 718-436-1079See website

www.BookFair.4t.com

BOOK FAIR WILL BE HELD SATURDAY

BOOK FAIR (ALL DAY)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2009 12:00-9:00pm
BOOK FAIR "ALL DAY"
NEW BAPTIST TEMPLE CHURCH
360 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, N.Y.

Hosted by Pastor Edwin Gomez & Pastor Gus Rodriguez

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2009 12:00-9:00pm

Directions: Take the "2, 3, 4" Trains to Nevins Street
Walk one Block to 3rd Ave. @ Schermerhorn Street
Nevins Street across from the Brooklyn Academy of Music

AUTHORS SLAM 5:00PM - 7:00PM

First Ten Authors that register early compete in a special Author’s Slam. Deadline, January 31, 2009

PLEASE NOTE: AUTHORS BRINGS YOUR BOOKS,
TABLES AND DISPLAYS IF YOU HAVE THEM.

Sell & Read Books - 12:00pm - 9:00pm Authors (ALL-DAY)

Dominic Carter "Inside City Hall” Headlined the 2008 Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair.

Authors nationwide from a variety of genres participated in the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Official Book Fair Web Site

www.BookFairs.4t.com

http://thebashariddickshow.4t.com

I Love to Read Book Fair recently launched its official registration web site at http://thebashariddickshow.4t.com in 2008. I Love to Read Book Fair is geared toward African American and Multicultural Authors and serves as a tribute to their contribution to the literary arena.

Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amount of growth over the last couple of year, and are fueling growth in the book industry.
I Love to Read Book Fair looks to engage the whole family annually in America's pastime love for reading I Love to Read Book Fair/Black History Month & Women's Month Celebration goal is to reach out to authors who want to turn their literary works into screenplays.

Authors who register early compete in a special Authors Slam if they have a Manuscript and register before the special designated early registration deadline.

HONORING DOMINIC CARTER SR. POLITICAL ANCHOR/ NY 1 /AUTHOR @ "I LOVE TO READ" BOOK FAIR 2009.

About: Dominic Carter

Senior Political Reporter

"Inside City Hall" Host

Veteran newsman Dominic Carter has been described as the best

Political Reporter working in New York television today. A fixture at NY1 since the news channel launched in 1992, Carter in 2007 released a book on his life, titled “No Momma's Boy”, in which he chronicles his triumphant struggle to overcome his mother's mental illness while growing up in a Bronx housing project.

As the host of NY1's nightly political show, "Inside City Hall,"
Carter has handled some of the station's most challenging assignments and has interviewed every major political player in the state, as well as many national and international leaders.

His numerous exclusive interviews include former President Bill Clinton, the late John Cardinal O'Conner and the parents of police-Brutality victim Amadou Diallo. As a radio reporter he conducted an exclusive interview with Nelson Mandela during Mandela's historic visit to the United States – an interview he conducted as thousands of journalists from around the country pursued the South African President.

He twice traveled to Israel to cover visits to the region by Then- Mayor Rudy Giuliani; he has reported on the famine from Somalia; and he has spent time in the Persian Gulf.

“No Momma's Boy”, his self-published memoir, was released in May 2007 to critical acclaim. Newsday said, "No TV anchor has ever produced a memoir as grippingly honest as this." The book is available at Barnes and Noble stores and online at barnesandnoble.com.

Vending Space Available!!

Book Fair Free to the Public Authors must register.

Log on to I LOVE TO READ BOOK FAIR official book fair web site today at http://thebashariddickshow.4t.com for more information and complete vendor registration details, and early vendor sign up for the 2009 Book Fair.

Phil Andrews

PA Public Relations Company

www.papublicrelations.com

2008-12-26T21:02:00.001-08:00

The 2009 I love to Read Book Fair (February 27, 28, 2009) Official Registration site for 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair has posted updates visit http//thebashariddickshow.4t.com and click on book fair link. Book Fair free to the Public Authors must Register!

Brooklyn, New York - 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 Early Author Registration & Live Taping by Basha Riddick at February 2009 Book Fair

2008-11-18T07:59:00.000-08:00

Brooklyn, New York - 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair 2009 Early Author Registration & Live Taping by Basha Riddick at February 2009 Book Fair

Visit http://www.thebashariddickshow.4t.com and click on registration link to register for the 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair February 2009 Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 09

2008-11-04T11:02:00.001-08:00

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair February 2009 Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 09

Due to the overwhelming success of the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair the committee has decided to implement an Early Email Sign up List

Brooklyn, New York – I Love to Read Book Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 2009 Book Fair. Due to the overwhelming success of the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair the committee has decided to implement an Early Email Sign up List to keep authors informed on the progress of the 2009 Book Fair.

Dominic Carter "Inside City Hall” Headlined the 2008 Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair.

Authors nationwide from a variety of genres participated in the 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair.

Official Book Fair Web Site

www.Bookfairs.4t.com

Brooklyn, New York – Dominic Carter "Inside City Hall"
Headlined the 2008 Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair. The 2008 I Love to Read Book Fair was featured in the Brooklyn Courier Newspaper.

I Love to Read Book Fair recently launched its web site at
Bookfairs.4t.com in 2008. I Love to Read Book Fair is geared toward African
American and Multicultural Authors and serves as a tribute to the
contribution to the literary arena.

Multi-Cultural books have
experienced a tremendous amout of growth over the last couple of
year, and is fueling growth in this sector.

I Love to Read Book Fair looks to engage the whole family annually in
America's pastime love for reading. I Love to Read Book Fair/Black
History Month & Women's Month Celebration goal is to reach out to
authors who want to turn their literary works into screen plays.

Authors who register early compete in a special Authors Slam if they have a
manuscript and register before the special desinated early
registration deadline.

2008 Keynote Speaker - Dominic Carter

"Inside City Hall" Host/

Senior Political Reporter

Dominic Carter

"Inside City Hall" Host
Senior Political Reporter

Veteran newsman Dominic Carter has been described as the best
political reporter working in New York television today. A fixture at
NY1 since the newschannel launched in 1992, Carter in 2007 released a
book on his life, titled No Momma's Boy, in which he chronicles his
triumphant struggle to overcome his mother's mental illness while
growing up in a Bronx housing project.

As the host of NY1's nightly political show, "Inside City Hall,"
Carter has handled some of the station's most challenging assignments
and has interviewed every major political player in the state, as
well as many national and international leaders.

In 2006 he received widespread acclaim for his role as the moderator
of series of state-wide debates for governor, U.S. Senator and state
attorney general. During the first debate with Senator Hillary
Clinton, he made international headlines when Clinton said for the
first time that she was thinking about running for president.

His numerous exclusive interviews include former President Bill
Clinton, the late John Cardinal O'Conner and the parents of police-
brutality victim Amadou Diallo. As a radio reporter he conducted an
exclusive interview with Nelson Mandela during Mandela's historic
visit to the United States – an interview he conducted as thousands
of journalists from around the country pursued the South African
president.

The NY1 stalwart has also reported extensively from abroad. In 1993
he was the only television journalist in Japan with then-Mayor David
Dinkins at the time of the first World Trade Center terrorist
bombing, and his interview with the mayor made headlines back in New
York.

He twice traveled to Israel to cover visits to the region by
then-Mayor Rudy Giuliani; he has reported on the famine from Somalia;
and he has spent time in the Persian Gulf.

No Mamma's Boy, his self-published memoir, was released in May 2007
to critical acclaim. Newsday said, "No TV anchor has ever produced a
memoir as grippingly honest as this." The book is available at Barnes
and Noble stores and online at barnesandnoble.com.

Log on to I LOVE TO READ BOOK FAIR official web site today at
http://bookfairs.4t.com/ for more information, complete vendor
registration details, and to sign up for our Early Author Sign-up List for the 2009 Book Fair.

African American Publishers Pavilion at Book Expo America May 28 - May 31, 2009 NYC

2008-10-09T19:31:00.000-07:00

Amber Communications Group, Inc.; Amber Books; Adrienne Ingrum, LLC.; QBR The Black Book Review/QBR.com; Written Magazine; Disilgold.com; AALBC.com; MosaicBooks.com and Book Expo America Invite..........

Independent African American Book Publishers, Self Publishers, Black Interest Imprints at Major Publishing Houses, Literary Agents, and Publicists to exhibit at the African American Publishers Pavilion at Book Expo America, at the prestigious Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City, May 28 - May 31, 2009.

Co-Founders of The African American Pavilion at BookExpo America, Tony Rose, Publisher/CEO, Amber Communications Group, Inc. and Adrienne Ingrum, CEO, Adrienne Ingrum L.L.C., former founding Associate Publisher of Black Issues Book Review have signed a new agreement with BookExpo America/Reed Expositions to manage the 6th Annual African American Pavilion @ BEA and produce the African American Pavilion Welcoming Reception and The African American Pavilion Reception and Awards Program at BookExpo America, Jacob Javits Convention Center, May 28 - May 31, 2009, New York City.

Now in its sixth year, the 5,500-square feet of joint exhibit space showcasing on the main exhibit floor/hall, African American books, authors, products and publishers, is the market place for thousands of African American publishing industry professionals. Influential exhibitors and book buyers form a community of unprecedented strength. "The African American Pavilion is a growing presence at BEA," says Exhibitor, ZANE, Publisher, Strebor Books International, LLC/Simon and Schuster, National Best-Selling Author of several New York Times and Essence Best-Selling titles and the 2008 African American Pavilion Awardee, "The Distinctive Voice and Publisher Award", "There will be great opportunities to learn, educate, sell, and network and it's making African American history a vital, visable part of the 108-year history of BookExpo America/American Booksellers Association."

"The response by the exhibitors and the book publishing industry to the 2008 African American Pavilion at BookExpo America was tremendous and powerful", stated Pavilion co-founder Tony Rose. "The Pavilion hosted some of the giants in the African American Publishing Industry such as: Earvin "Magic" Johnson, Chairman and CEO of Magic Johnson Enterprises; Tavis Smiley, Founder, The Tavis Smiley Foundation, New York Times and Essence Best-Selling Author; Denise Nicholas, Emmy and NAACP Image Award Winner; Kassahun Checole, Publisher, Africa World Press/Red Sea Press; Zane, Publisher and Founder, Strebor Books International/Simon and Schuster; Wade Hudson, President/CEO, Just Us Books; Mary B. Morrison, New York Times and Essence Best-Selling Author; Judith Curr, Executive Vice President, Publisher and Founder of Atria Books; Cheryl Woodruff, President, Associate Publisher, Smiley Books; Omar Tyree, New York Times and Essence Bestselling Author; Terrie Williams, President and Advocate, The Stay Strong Foundation and The Terrie Williams Agency, Essence National Best-Selling Author; George C. Fraser, National Best-Selling Author, Founder of FraserNet and The Power Networking Conference; Donna Hill, National Best-Selling Author; Carol Mackey, Editor-In-Chief, Black Expressions Book Club; Max Rodriguez, Founder, The Harlem Book Fair/QBR The Black Book Review; Troy Johnson, Founder, AALBC.com; Ron Kavanaugh, Founder, MosaicBooks.com; Jewell Parker Rhodes, National Best-Selling Author; Synthia SAINT JAMES, Internationally renowned Artist and Author; Dante Lee, President and CEO, Diversity City Media and Pam Perry, Chief Visionary, Ministry Marketing Solutions, President, Chocolate Pages."

BookExpo America, one of the largest book trade exhibits in the world provides independent African American book publishers, self publishers, authors, African American imprints at major publishing houses, distributors, literary agents, publicists, librarians, and bookstore owners with exposure to more than 80,000 book buyers and booksellers from across the world. With over 20,000 BEA attendees crossing up and down the Pavilion aisles. There will be huge opportunities to learn, share, educate, buy, sell and network, and the African American Pavilion provides our exhibitors the lowest discounted booth prices at the BookExpo America.

The African American Pavilion at BookExpo America was founded in 2004 by: Tony Rose, Amber Communications Group, Inc., Adrienne Ingrum, Adrienne Ingrum, L.L.C. and Niani Colom, Genesis Press.

2006, 2007 and 2008 AFRICAN AMERICAN PAVILION EXHIBITORS INCLUDED:

African American Books On Tour; Africa World Press/Red Sea Press; African American Literature Book Club (AALBC.com); Afrikan World Book Distributors; Alight! New York Grit Books; Amber Communications Group Inc.; Amiaya Entertainment; AmmPublishing; Annie Busby; Aphesis Publishing; Arc Type Press; Around the Way Books; Asta Publications; Aya Press; Aspicomm Media; Avo Publishing; Austin Publishing/Kaden Publishing; Baker Publishing Group; Barry Nix; The Beckham Publications Group Inc.; Big Door Presentations and Publications; Big Time Studios; BIS Publications; Biz-E-Bee Publications; Blacast Entertainment/ Urbanbooksonline.com; Black Americans In Publishing; Black At Work.com; BlackBoard Entertainment Media Group; Black Issues Book Review; BlackListed, LLC.; Black Print Publishing; Brand Nu Words; Brooklyn Christian Center; BroSis Publishing; Brown Erotic Publishing; C&B Books Distribution; Chocolate Angel Publishing; Chocolate Pages; Creative Wisdom Books; Christian Nations Center; Connie Leon; Color Bridge, LLC; Cultured Expressions; Delores Quinerly Press; Destiny Publishing; Disilgold Soul Publishing; Diversity City Media, Inc.; Emida International Publishing; Every Generation Media, LTD; firebrandpublishing; First Black Autos-The Story of Charles C.R. Patterson; FYOS; Genesis Press; GhettoHeat; Green Olive Tree Publishing; GS Publishing Group; Gumbo For The Soul Publications; Harobed House: Hilton Publishing; Imperious Publishing; In and Out the Dugout; In the Note of C; Irene Smalls; It's Time For Bed; Jewels Publishing; Just Like Me Books; Just Sisters Publications; Just Us Books, Inc.; Kaden Publishing; Kandour Publishing; Ken Hudson & Associates; Kidding Around Entertainment; K Harris Publishing, Inc.; Kija Entertainment; Kingdom Kids Clubs; Kinship Press; Kymber Jae Publishing; Late Bloomer; Lefall and Company; Le'Femme Fatale Productions; Lift Every Voice/Moody Publishers; Lighted Mansions; Literally Speaking Press; Literamed Publications; Mad Parent Publishing; M&E Abrams Publications; Maria Falconer; Mahogany Star Publishing; Melodrama Publishing; Mind Candy; MomoWilly, Inc.; Mirror-Gibbs Publishing; Mosaicbooks.com; Ms. Gail's Books; Nay-jay Publishing; Nefrawerks Diversified; Nega Fulo Books; Nile Publishing; Nunes Productions; Outskirts Press; Papa Lemon; Papyrus Publishing; Pathway Publishing; Paul L. Woodring; Parker Publishing; People Skills International; Pond View Press; Power Play Media; Prodigal Son Ministries; Publishing Associates; Q-Boro Books; QBR The Black Book Review/Harlem Book Fair; Quick Qwest publications; Relentless Content, LLC; RJ Publications; Renaissance Media Sales & Distribution; River Maverick Publishing; Ruby Burke; S.E.L.F. Publishing; Shawn Ryan; Sheryl Walker Press; Silver Maple Publications; Strebor Books International; Sun Cycle Publishing; Tate Publishing; The Cartel Publications; The Elevator Group; The Healing Tree; The Pilgram Press; Third World Press; Triple Crown Publications; Urban Ministries; Urban Touch Entertainment; White Men Can't Hump; Wisdom Books, Inc.; Who's Who Publishing; W. James Richardson; Walk Worthy Press; and Writing for the Lord Ministries; and Written Magazine.

FOR EXHIBITING INFORMATION:

For exhibiting information at the African American Pavilion at BookExpo America contact Steve Rosato, Director of Strategic Accounts and Sales at 203-840- 5463; Email: srosato@reedexpo.com and Tony Rose, Executive Director, Co-Founder at 520-568-6692; Email: amberbk@aol.com

The African American Pavilion Package includes (but is not limited) to the following:

EARLY BIRD BONUS (VALUE)!!! YOU WILL RECEIVE A FREE 1-MINUTE WEBBMERCIAL (as seen on Video Tube), A FREE 1/4 PAGE AD IN THE 2009 EXHIBITORS JOURNAL, AND A FREE ($199.00) WEBSITE EVALUATION/ CONSULTATION WHEN YOU RESERVE SPACE ( 50% DOWN ) BY December 1, 2008 ( Except Value Package )

10x10 package-$3,690.00 (100 sq. ft.) (30% Discount off all BEA Exhibitor Pricing) includes 6 badges.

10x10 Value Package-$2,600.00 (100 sq. ft.) NO combining.

Premium Small Press $3,035.00 (80 sq. ft) - NO combining / (30% Discount off all BEA Exhibitor Pricing) includes 4 badges.

Premium Small Press Value Package $2,450.00 (80 sq. ft.) - NO combining.

Small Press $1,880.00 (48 sq. ft) NO combining / (30% Discount off all BEA Exhibitor Pricing) includes 2 badges.

Small Press Value Package $1,325.00 (48 sq. ft.) NO combining.

10x20 package-$6,419.00 (30% Discount off all BEA Exhibitor Pricing) includes 10 badges.

ALL EXHIBITOR PACKAGES INCLUDE

All packages ( Except Value Package ) include carpet, (1) draped table and (2) Side chairs, (1) wastebasket.

All packages include individual listing on web and official directory.

Specific booth location w/in Pavilion will be assigned.

Badge allotment ( Except Value Package ) determined by size per official show rules.

All packages ( Except Value Package ) include meeting room privileges.

Pavilion Show floor signage- (Banner) Recognized as official BEA Pavilion.

Pavilion will be promoted in the BEA directory, website, QBR The Black Book Review - QBR.com / Written Magazine / BlackNews.com / AMBERBOOKS.COM and other national media outlets.

SPECIAL EXHIBITOR FEATURES FOR 2009

Special exhibitors placement in The African American Pavilion for Children's Publishers and Self Publishers.

Literary agents booth, with private meeting room privileges.

Publicists booth, with private meeting room privileges.

Listing in Book Expo America master directory.

Listing on Book Expo America Website directory.

Company listing in Written Magazine / QBR The Black Book Review - QBR.com / www.bookexpoamerica.com and www.amberbooks.com .
For further information on the African American Pavilion and BookExpo America 2009 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New YorkCity, please visit: WWW.BOOKEXPOAMERICA.COM or WWW.AMBERBOOKS.COM

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2008 Harlem Book Fair on Long Island, September 27, 2008

2008-08-31T11:20:00.001-07:00

The 2008 Harlem Book Fair on Long Island will be held in Freeport, Long Island on September 27, 2008. Visit http://harlembookfaironlongisland.blogspot.com for updates.

A Huge Success Live by Your Design with Georgia Woodbine "Products that Move You"!

2008-08-30T20:34:00.001-07:00

Westchester, New York [2008] – LIVE BY YOUR DESIGN- Imagine living the life you've always wanted and embracing the freedom to do what you love and to love what you do. Do you have what it takes to become successful? What will you sacrifice to achieve it? Well, the secret is out. . .Get the answers to these questions and more with Georgia Woodbine "Live By Your Design" Theatrical Presentation.

Many came out to participate in the "Live By Your Design Experience as Georgia Woodbine demonstrated through words, expressions, praise dancers and live theatrical performances on how to live in your true calling. Ms. Woodbine put the pages of her books and products on stage.

Ms. Georgia Woodbine, one of the world's leading authorities in personal, business and spiritual development sparks an inspirational phenomenon wherever she goes, bestselling author/motivational speaker, she gives it to you straight in live theatrical presentation "Live By Your Design" and the best part of all, it's a FREE event dedicated to empowering the community. This highly anticipated event is sure to get you excited and ready to move to the next level in your life. You will experience an afternoon of inspiration, music, praise dancing and entertainment.

Ms. Woodbine is author of National Best Selling book "How To Make Big Bucks Without Selling Your Soul", Jewels of Inspiration and Reflections: The Journey of Life and has produced life changing audio CD's "Make it Happen" and "Grab Your Destiny" as well as other motivational products that empower many in communities worldwide. Ms. Woodbine has appeared 98.7 Kiss FM Wake Up Club, Air America Radio, 93.5FM, 90.3FM - other credits include, Star Ledger Newspaper, Black Star News, International Epoch Times, Harlem Business Magazine, Roll Out Magazine, New York Trend Magazine, and many others.

She has also been listed as one of the top ten books in 2006 by the #1 book club in the country. She has been invited as a guest speaker at The Learning Annex in NYC, Georgian Court University, Stony Brook University, Rutgers University, Howard University, Medgar Evers College, as well as a long list of other organizations and churches, just to name a few. She has also served as fellow panelist with other well renowned speakers such as: Dr. Dennis Kimbro, Dr. Farrah Gray and Terrie Williams.

This theatrical presentation will continue so stay tuned and visit www.spiritualfocuspublishing.com for next presentation date.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to change your life! and learn how to live in your true calling. Doing what you love and loving what you do.

"Ms. Woodbine is no stranger to success and she has used her talents to help others become friends with success", said Reeves. She is a revolutionary individual" - IN THE KNOW with Tony Reeves, Esq.

For more information contact: Phone: 888-340-3409, Email: info@spiritualfocuspublishing.com

Queens Book Fair announces final author sign up and registration for 2008 Queens Book Fair

2008-08-27T13:36:00.000-07:00

Queens, New York - Queens Book Fair announces final author sign up and registration for 2008 Queens Book Fair. Due to increasing demand for the 2008 Queens Book Fair Committee opening up final Author registration for the upcoming book fair which will be held on August 30, 2008. The 2008 Queens Book Fair is anticipated to attract hundreds of people to NYC, and Piper and Rogers were counting on the event to introduce some writers to a bigger audience than they've ever enjoyed. The 4th Annual Queens Book Fair will be held on August 30, 2008 at the Jamaica Market Harvest Room located at 90-40 160th Street, Jamaica, NY 11434. Visit www.queensbookfair.com for complete registration details and follow our EZ registration procedures.

Queens Book Fair Testimonials:

"It was packed in 2005, and 2006 was well attended " Rogers said. "And I was shocked. It was rainy and we didn't think people would show up. But they still came out."

About C & B Books Founders of Queens Book Fair:

To some degree, the women are all about taking chances. They started their book business almost by accident a decade ago, while selling gift baskets and floral arrangements at the St. Nicholas of Tolentine Flea Market in Jamaica.

They began bringing used books from their own collections to sell at the market, selling out each week. A frequent customer soon asked if the pair could get their hands on books by other African-American authors.

"She asked how soon we could get them, and I said we'd have them for her the next Saturday," Rogers said. "And I thought, 'I don't know how I'm going to get these, but I'm going to find out.'"

Rogers, 44, not only supplied the requested books, but soon found herself fielding requests for work by other black writers. Within weeks, she and Piper were visiting distributor warehouses that stacked dozens of titles from tiny imprints around the country.

By 2001, the women sensed a revolution stirring in the African-American literary community. Sister Souljah's 1999 cautionary coming-of age novel "The Coldest Winter Ever" had reinvigorated an urban-literature market that had hibernated for decades, provoking a new generation of black writers to eschew the mythic glamour of drugs and violence.

Other genres took shape around the same time, including revenge melodramas, romance thrillers and inspirational memoirs about overcoming abuse, addiction and lives of crime.

"It's a whole industry booming within an industry," said Angela Wallace, whose self-published novel, "Secret Dramas," earned acclaim for its unique hybrid of soap opera and mob intrigue. "[Writers] are implementing their own imprints. As a result of that, they're bringing other black authors in under their umbrella. I think mainstream publishing is noticing that."

Amid this resurgence, Piper and Rogers established their own tiny umbrella on the Internet in 2002. C&B Books Distribution eventually opened a kiosk at Jamaica Market in October and introduced its newest location in a compact corner store in Flushing in January.

The partners built their stock through consignment deals with self-published authors, advising writers through labor-intensive processes such as mission statements, cover design, press releases and book signings.

While she tirelessly provides encouragement and advice, Piper, 53, insists that no book will sell without its author's own follow-through.

"They have to be willing to get out," she said. "They can't just drop their book at the store and expect the stores to sell their book. We have our own business to run."

But the women treat the Queens Book Fair like a community service as much as they do a business endeavor.

The event, which offered seminars and workshops for published and unpublished writers alike, kicked off with a networking breakfast to help forge partnerships in New York's independent literary scene. Readers had the chance to meet and solicit advice from their favorite authors, as well.

"Harlem and Brooklyn, they already have their recognition - even the Bronx," Piper said. "Queens was very low-key, and it's just starting to blossom.

Addittional Queens Book Fair Testimonials:

" The fair was very nice! I met some wonderful authors and walked away with a bag full of info on good books! They even had free food! As soon as I heard the announcer say free and food...LOL

Wanda D. Hudson Coming Soon - Wait For Love: A Black Girl's Story It's a Woman's World - www.extasybooks.com http://wandasway.blogspot.com

The word is out. A listener spotted Guilty Pleasures at the Queens Book Fair. She enjoyed the interview and purchased two copies of my novel. Thanks again for providing yet another platform for striving authors. ~Sonya Harris - Guilty Pleasures Books never go out of style!

Very nice artical written up on you in Newsday. Thank you for throwing such a wonderful event and also for you commitment to the self-published authors. Nathaniel Portis Things In Between

Congratulations Carol & Brenda on your vision to host the Queens Book Fair and for being dedicated to assisting black authors, readers and lovers of the written word. When I say, "It is a blessing to have people like you in the literary community," I mean it from the center of my soul! I can't wait to come next year! Yasmin Shiraz www.yasminshiraz.net

Self-published authors from around the country are anticipated to participate in the upcoming Queens Book Fair 2008.

Authors are encouraged to register early.

Last year the Queens Book Fair was filled to capacity and we anticipate another great year for the Queens Book Fair.

Authors may log on to www.queensbookfair.com today and complete our EZ registration procedures to participate in the 2008 Queens Book Fair.

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2008-08-18T19:40:00.000-07:00

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2009 I Love to Read Book Fair set to draw Authors Nationwide to help promote and sell books to NYC Book Lovers February 2009

2008-08-16T19:40:00.001-07:00

Brooklyn, New York - 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair set to draw Authors Nationwide to help promote and sell books to NYC Book Lovers February 2009

I Love to Read Book Fair is designed to help authors highlight, promote, and sell their books from a variety of genres to NYC Book Lovers in the NYC metropolitian area.

I Love to Read Book Fair is geared toward African American and Multicultural Authors and serves as a tribute to the contribution to the literary arena. Multi-Cultural books have experienced a tremendous amout of growth over the last couple of year, and is fueling growth in this sector.

I Love to Read Book Fair looks to engage the whole family in America's pastime love for reading.

http://bookfairs.4t.com You may also log on to http://bookfairs.4t.com to be placed on our email list for the 2009 I Love to Read Book Fair. Don't forget to bookmark our blog at http://ILOVETOREADBOOKFAIR.BLOGSPOT.COM

Queens Book Fair 2008 Newsletter

2008-06-19T22:04:00.001-07:00

Queens Book Fair 2008 Newsletter DTD July 19, 2008
Save the Date 2008 Queens Book Fair will be held on August 30, 2008
Visit www.queensbookfair.com for complete vendor registration details. Visit our sponsors at www.cbbooksdistribution.com

Click on Photo to Enlarge Queens Book Fair Newsletter!

2008 Queens Book Fair

2008-05-17T15:31:00.000-07:00

2008 Queens Book Fair

2008-05-17T15:29:00.000-07:00

2008 Queens Book Fair

Queens Book Fair announces early author sign up and registration for 2008 Queens Book Fair

2008-05-12T11:52:00.001-07:00

Queens, New York - Queens Book Fair announces early author sign up and registration for 2008 Queens Book Fair. Due to increasing demand for the 2008 Queens Book Fair Committee opening up Early Author registration for the upcoming book fair which will be held on August 30, 2008.

The 2008 Queens Book Fair is anticipated to attract hundreds of people to NYC, and Piper and Rogers were counting on the event to introduce some writers to a bigger audience than they've ever enjoyed. The 4th Annual Queens Book Fair will be held on August 30, 2008 at the Jamaica Market Harvest Room located at 90-40 160th Street, Jamaica, NY 11434. Visit www.queensbookfair.com for complete registration details and follow our EZ registration procedures.

Queens Book Fair Testimonial:

"It was packed in 2005, and 2006 was well attended " Rogers said. "And I was shocked. It was rainy and we didn't think people would show up. But they still came out."

About C & B Books Founders of Queens Book Fair:
To some degree, the women are all about taking chances. They started their book business almost by accident a decade ago, while selling gift baskets and floral arrangements at the St. Nicholas of Tolentine Flea Market in Jamaica.

They began bringing used books from their own collections to sell at the market, selling out each week. A frequent customer soon asked if the pair could get their hands on books by other African-American authors.

"She asked how soon we could get them, and I said we'd have them for her the next Saturday," Rogers said. "And I thought, 'I don't know how I'm going to get these, but I'm going to find out.'"

Rogers, 44, not only supplied the requested books, but soon found herself fielding requests for work by other black writers. Within weeks, she and Piper were visiting distributor warehouses that stacked dozens of titles from tiny imprints around the country.

By 2001, the women sensed a revolution stirring in the African-American literary community. Sister Souljah's 1999 cautionary coming-of age novel "The Coldest Winter Ever" had reinvigorated an urban-literature market that had hibernated for decades, provoking a new generation of black writers to eschew the mythic glamour of drugs and violence.

Other genres took shape around the same time, including revenge melodramas, romance thrillers and inspirational memoirs about overcoming abuse, addiction and lives of crime.

"It's a whole industry booming within an industry," said Angela Wallace, whose self-published novel, "Secret Dramas," earned acclaim for its unique hybrid of soap opera and mob intrigue. "[Writers] are implementing their own imprints. As a result of that, they're bringing other black authors in under their umbrella. I think mainstream publishing is noticing that."

Amid this resurgence, Piper and Rogers established their own tiny umbrella on the Internet in 2002. C&B Books Distribution eventually opened a kiosk at Jamaica Market in October and introduced its newest location in a compact corner store in Flushing in January.

The partners built their stock through consignment deals with self-published authors, advising writers through labor-intensive processes such as mission statements, cover design, press releases and book signings.

While she tirelessly provides encouragement and advice, Piper, 53, insists that no book will sell without its author's own follow-through.

"They have to be willing to get out," she said. "They can't just drop their book at the store and expect the stores to sell their book. We have our own business to run."

But the women treat the Queens Book Fair like a community service as much as they do a business endeavor.

The event, which offered seminars and workshops for published and unpublished writers alike, kicked off with a networking breakfast to help forge partnerships in New York's independent literary scene. Readers had the chance to meet and solicit advice from their favorite authors, as well.

"Harlem and Brooklyn, they already have their recognition - even the Bronx," Piper said. "Queens was very low-key, and it's just starting to blossom.

Addittional Queens Book Fair Testimonials:

" The fair was very nice! I met some wonderful authors and walked away with a bag full of info on good books! They even had free food! As soon as I heard the announcer say free and food...LOL

Wanda D. Hudson Coming Soon - Wait For Love: A Black Girl's Story It's a Woman's World - www.extasybooks.com http://wandasway.blogspot.com

The word is out. A listener spotted Guilty Pleasures at the Queens Book Fair. She enjoyed the interview and purchased two copies of my novel. Thanks again for providing yet another platform for striving authors. ~Sonya Harris - Guilty Pleasures Books never go out of style!

Very nice artical written up on you in Newsday. Thank you for throwing such a wonderful event and also for you commitment to the self-published authors. Nathaniel Portis Things In Between

Congratulations Carol & Brenda on your vision to host the Queens Book Fair and for being dedicated to assisting black authors, readers and lovers of the written word. When I say, "It is a blessing to have people like you in the literary community," I mean it from the center of my soul! I can't wait to come next year! Yasmin Shiraz www.yasminshiraz.net

Self-published authors from around the country are anticipated to participate in the upcoming Queens Book Fair 2008.

Authors are encouraged to register early.

Last year the Queens Book Fair was filled to capacity and we anticipate another great year for the Queens Book Fair.

Authors may log on to www.queensbookfair.com today and complete our EZ registration procedures to participate in the 2008 Queens Book Fair.

How To Write A Book in 30 Days or Less! with Georgia Woodbine New York Classes:

2008-05-04T22:29:00.000-07:00

How To Write A Book in 30 Days or Less! with Georgia Woodbine New York Classes: Course 424KNY Section C Course 424KNY, Section C Wednesday, May 28, 2008 from 06:45 PM to 09:30 PM Location: Manhattan Everybody has a book in them. We're all knowledgeable about something. The hard part is getting those thoughts in your head into a coherent manuscript.

To Register today log on to http://www.learningannex.com/ For more information on additional dates at the learning annex log on to www.spiritualfocuspublishing.com

Anthony Reeves Experience » Blog Archive » NOTED AUTHOR to share about powerful writing experience

2008-04-10T17:52:00.000-07:00

Anthony Reeves Experience » Blog Archive » NOTED AUTHOR to share about powerful writing experience

Endless Referrals Live with Bobb Burg May 15, 2008 at Holiday Inn JFK

2008-03-27T17:36:00.000-07:00

Endless Referrals Live with Bob Burg May 15, 2008 at the Holiday Inn JFK

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

To Register log on to http://www.endlessreferralslive.com/

Event Hosted by DaySpring Life Options

Contact: Florence Callender

516.209-7347

flocal@optonline.net

Bob Burg teaches companies and individuals how to apply and perfect two skills dramatically important to personal and professional success. These are Business Networking and Positive Persuasion Skills. He has earned acclaim for delivering his programs in an entertaining style, while providing information that is hard hitting, immediately applicable, and most of all...profitable!

Bob Burg regularly appears on the motivational rally circuit featuring speaking legends such as Zig Ziglar, Tom Hopkins, CNN's Larry King, Dr. Denis Waitley, Mary Lou Retton, Coach Lou Holtz, Radio Legend Paul Harvey, Les Brown, Brian Tracy, former U.S. President Gerald Ford and many others.

Bob's articles have been published internationally in hundreds of professional and trade magazines. His books are used by both individuals and companies to gain important interpersonal skills neccessary for success!

WINNING WITHOUT INTIMIDATION How To Master The Art Of Positive PersuasionThe book everyone is talking about. Imagine yourself expertly handling life's daily challenges, conflicts, and stress while garnering the good feelings and cooperation of everyone involved. Increase sales, improve family and personal relationships and increase your confidence by learning how to master the art of positive persuasion in today's real world.

ENDLESS REFERRALS Network Your Everyday Contacts Into SalesIn this newly revised version of Bob's bestselling book (over 100,000 copies sold!), he updates many of the principles and techniques that resulted in ENDLESS REFERRALS becoming an underground hit within numerous niche sales industries such as network marketing, and insurance, and a staple for salespeople new and veteran everywhere.

THE SUCCESS FORMULA Three Timeless Principles That Will Turbocharge Your SuccessAnd Dramatically Improve Your Life. In this easy-to-read little booklet, which is destined tobecome a classic, you'll discover how three vital principlescan help you succeed beyond your wildest dreams. Read it(twice!), then share it with everyone you know.

Bob believes in the free enterprise system, and puts his business success skills to use for charities as well, having been named the 1994 Palm Beach County - Leukemia Society Man of the Year for his fund raising efforts.

His background includes Television News Anchor, Salesman and Sales Manager, and in his "younger days", a New England A.A.U. and Golden Gloves Boxing Champion.Bob is a proud member of the National Speakers Association.

To register log on to www.endlessreferralslive.com or contact Florence Callender (516) 209-7347 or email us at flocal@optonline.net

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 09

2008-02-25T04:57:00.000-08:00

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair Announces Early Author Email Sign up List for 09. Visit http://bookfairs.4t.com/ for updates on the annual I Love to Read Book Fair held annually in NYC.

Georgia Woodbine Motivational Speaker & Author

2008-02-17T14:16:00.000-08:00

Georgia Woodbine Motivational Speaker & Author Georgia Woodbine Motivational Speaker & Author Live by Your Design Seminar Save the Date March 13, 2008 visit http://www.spiritualfocuspublishing.com/ to register today!

C&B Books Distribution

2008-02-15T18:48:00.000-08:00

I Love to Read Book Fair Marketing Partner C&B Books Distribution

"I LOVE TO READ" BOOK FAIR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION 2008 MULTICULTURAL BOOK FAIR

2008-02-15T18:43:00.000-08:00

Official Web Site "I LOVE TO READ" BOOK FAIR BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION 2008 MULTICULTURAL BOOK FAIR

ILOVETOREADBOOKFAIR

2008-02-15T18:42:00.000-08:00

ILOVETOREADBOOKFAIR Official Blog

Dominic Carter NY1 set to Headline I Love to Read Book Fair - A Black Atlanta Feature on BlackBrooklyn.net

2008-02-15T18:38:00.000-08:00

Dominic Carter NY1 set to Headline I Love to Read Book Fair - A Black Atlanta Feature on BlackBrooklyn.net

Brooklyn, New York - Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair Seeking Christian Authors

2008-02-15T18:35:00.001-08:00

Brooklyn, New York - Black History Month I Love to Read Book Fair Seeking Christian Authors

Brooklyn, New York - I Love to Read Book Fair launches web site at Bookfairs.4t.com

2008-02-15T18:35:00.000-08:00

Brooklyn, New York - I Love to Read Book Fair launches web site at Bookfairs.4t.com

I Love to Read Book Fair set to draw Authors Nationwide to promote and sell books to NYC Book Lovers

2008-02-15T18:34:00.000-08:00

I Love to Read Book Fair set to draw Authors Nationwide to promote and sell books to NYC Book Lovers

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair Early Author Registration Deadline extended to Feb. 20, 08

2008-02-15T18:33:00.000-08:00

Brooklyn, NY – I Love to Read Book Fair Early Author Registration Deadline extended to Feb. 20, 08

Dominic Headlines Book Fair

2008-02-15T18:32:00.000-08:00

Dominic Headlines Book Fair