New Book ‘Extra Focus’ Provides Empowering Quick Start Guide to Living With Adult ADHD
PUYALLUP, Wash. /ScoopCloud/ — ADHD advocate and author Jesse J. Anderson is proud to release “Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD” (ISBN: 979-8988644200 (paperback); 979-8988644217 (ebook)). The book is set to redefine how adults with ADHD (Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder) navigate their unique challenges, by offering compassionate understanding and practical strategies for effective living.
World Open Water Swimming Association’s Final Review: Nyad’s 2013 Cuba to Florida Swim Ratification Denied
SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The World Open Water Swimming Association’s (WOWSA) Advisory Board reached a decision regarding Diana Nyad’s submission for ratification for the Cuba to Florida swim in 2013. WOWSA supports a global community of open water swimmers committed to safety, sportsmanship, and adventure.
Bailey Contemporary Arts is Proud to Introduce the 2023 / 2024 Artists in Residence
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — The City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is delighted to introduce the 2023/2024 class of the Artists in Residence (AiR) program at the historic Bailey Contemporary Arts Center (BaCA). The AiR Program provides artists with studio space to create new work, collaborate with fellow resident artists, and engage with the community.
JOEY AND HIS FRIEND WATER: A playful book introducing children and their parents to the idea that everything around us is energy vibrating at different speeds
TORONTO, Ontario /ScoopCloud/ — In Ellen J. Lewinberg’s current picture book, “Joey and His Friend Water” (ISBN: 978-0228881698; May 2023), Joey, the main character in the book, finds that he is able to talk to the water in a stream behind his house. Joey finds it hard to believe that he is talking to and learning from Water, and keeps checking the ideas that Water is presenting to him.
Toyota and Hang Media Partner to Offer a Grand New and Connected Way to Watch The HBCU NY Classic From MetLife Stadium
NEW YORK, N.Y /ScoopCloud/ — Toyota, whose first‐ever 2024 Grand Highlander SUV touts “the best views from every row,” will be offering fans the best viewing experience when Morehouse College faces Albany State University in the 2nd annual HBCU NY Classic football game at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, September 16. Teaming with HANG, the leading fan-athlete community, Toyota will be hosting a virtual watch party in which fans will mingle with athletes and celebrities in a video chat room while watching the action on TV.
Black Women in STEM Pen New Children’s Science and Nature Book for HBCU Green Fund’s Publishing Arm Launch
WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ — Fostering their continued efforts to create innovative programs to lead the charge in building a more sustainable future, the HBCU Green Fund, founded by environmental leader, Felicia Davis, has launched a self-titled publishing brand. Their first release, “MSITU: The Old-Growth Forest,” is written by three women in STEM, Spelman college students and alumna, Serena Echols, Imani Blue and Nia McKenzie, and illustrated by Niara Powell.
Reimagining Parenthood: A Therapist’s Insight Into Weathering Relationship Storms – A Beacon Of Support For Couples In The Journey Of Raising Children
CALGARY, Alberta, Canada /ScoopCloud/ — Relationships, marriage, and parenthood-these beautiful connections often come with their share of challenges. Dan McMillan, a therapist and psychologist based in Alberta, Canada, witnessed the struggles that can plague relationships. He recognized the need to shed light on a common hurtful pattern that couples often find themselves in. This realization led to the creation of his debut picture book, “Badger and Turtle: Face the Storm” (ISBN: 978-0228888116)
South Bay Music Association Presents ‘Frankenstein: Alive in Concert’ in Collaboration with Grand Vision Foundation
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — South Bay Wind Ensemble (SBWE) is thrilled to begin our 2023/2024 season with “Frankenstein: Alive in Concert” on October 28, 2023 at 7 p.m. The classic 1931 film has sound and dialog, but no music. So now, South Bay Winds are providing the music with a 2002 score by composer Michael Shapiro.
The Lowell Chamber Orchestra Inaugurates Fifth Season with a Concert that Redefines the Symphony
LOWELL, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ — The Lowell Chamber Orchestra opens its fifth season Saturday, September 16, 2023, with music that redefines the symphony as genre. The evening will feature music by Brittney Benton, Yoko Nakatani, Vincent Persichetti, and Arnold Schönberg, bringing a historical approach to the ever changing façade of this genre.
Premiere-Prescreening of ‘The Next Big Hit,’ a martial arts musical comedy, the brainchild created by Zak Lee Guarnaccia
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — On September 13, 2023, Regal Theatre in North Hollywood will be the site of an event that promises to be nothing short of spectacular. The Premiere/Prescreening of “The Next Big Hit,” a martial arts musical comedy, is the brainchild created by Zak Lee Guarnaccia, a world-class martial arts veteran with over 40 years of experience in the entertainment industry from Italy to the USA, and founder LightRow Productions.
New Issue of Scattered Comics’ ‘GENIUS’ on Kickstarter Contains Extensive Story Written by the Late Rachel Pollack, a Beloved Trans Writer
FORT WORTH, Texas /ScoopCloud/ — The first issue of the comic book “GENIUS: The Akashic Avatar” is perhaps the most notable because it contains a story penned by Rachel Pollack, an award-winning trans author, tarot expert and comic book writer who died of Hodgkin’s lymphoma April 7, 2023 at age 77, the TINSLEY BOYS announced today.
Danielle Alura Miss Global USA Shines Bright on NASDAQ Seven-Story Billboard in Times Square: A Tribute to Her Philanthropy and Achievements
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — The bustling heart of New York City, Times Square, is known for its dazzling lights and vibrant energy. Recently, it witnessed a new star rise to prominence; Danielle Alura, the reigning Miss Global USA 2023 took center stage as her remarkable achievements and philanthropic endeavors were showcased on the iconic seven-story NASDAQ billboard.
The beloved novel and cult classic ‘The Joy of Funerals’ is set for a special edition rerelease
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — “The Joy of Funerals” (ISBN: 979-8988500018) hailed as “Six Feet Under” meets “Sex & the City” – was originally released in 2003 by St. Martin’s Press. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Palagram Press is reissuing the novel on Oct. 2, 2023, to highlight this triumphant milestone with an updated cover and new letter from the award-winning author and New York Times contributor, Alix Strauss.
Educator, Actress and Civil Rights Activist Releases Debut Children’s Picture Book
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /ScoopCloud/ — Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, a Los Angeles based actress, renowned educator and civil rights activist presents her debut children’s book, “Gwen Didn’t Care” (ISBN: 979-8985784428) at Full Circle Bookstore on August 26, 1900 NW Expy, Oklahoma City, OK, at 3 p.m. “Gwen Didn’t Care” honors the 65th Anniversary of the nation’s first approved sit-in movement, and tells a true story of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow.
FineShare Singify: Ignite Your Music Creation with Next Level of AI Song Covers
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — FineShare is an intelligent software company that offers innovative solutions to enhance multimedia experiences for individuals and businesses. In July, FineShare launched Online Voice Changer which is based on AI Voice Cloning technology. This month, FineShare is proud to introduce FineShare Singify, an innovative and free AI song cover generator that aims to redefine music creation and provide an unprecedented carnival for music lovers.
Black Wall Street Survivor Viola Ford Fletcher Tribute: NYC Buildings Illuminate in Remembrance of International Day of the Slave and Buried Stories
NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Tonight, the heart of New York City will resonate with a poignant tribute as its iconic buildings don a solemn hue in honor of the International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. This visual gesture carries a profound significance, paying homage to both an exceptional individual and an often-forgotten chapter of history, Mocha Media announces today.
The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center’s 25th Annual Reel Black Men Short Film Showcase
HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — The Black Hollywood Education and Resource Center (BHERC) will host its 25th Annual Reel Black Men Short Film Showcase and Virtual Film Festival. All in-person events will be held September 22-23, 2023, at the Regal L.A. Live in Downtown Los Angeles, California and the Virtual Festival will be streamed via BHERC.TV, from October 1-8.
Debut Author Dewalt du Plessis Unveils Captivating Sci-fi / Fantasy Novel ‘Ash Moonlight’
QUEENSLAND, Australia /ScoopCloud/ — Emerging author Dewalt du Plessis introduces readers to his mesmerizing imagination and world-building skills in his debut novel, “Ash Moonlight” (ISBN: 978-0228886617; July, 2022). Originally conceived as song lyrics, “Ash Moonlight” has blossomed into a captivating tale set in a post-apocalyptic world. In this era, following The Great Star Fall, the once-kindled bonds of unity have been replaced by mounting tensions between the Ahusaka and Dyenie tribes.
A Deadly Foe Is On The Horizon, But Krell’s Past May Be Deadlier – Fantasy Author Releases Riveting Sequel Of Paladins And Gods
TORONTO, Ontario /ScoopCloud/ — A fantastical story set in a world where paladins are heroes and the champions of the gods finds itself in the shadow of a looming threat. Their only choice? To rely on the services of an uneducated, incapable and stubborn paladin named Krell, whose adventures we follow again in the fantasy novel “Futility of Defense” (ISBN: 978-0228892243; July, 2023) by Bryan Cole, the second book in the “A Paladin’s Journey” series.
Inked Gaming Launches August Kickstarter Campaign to Introduce New Customizable Trading Card Game Supplies
CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ — A leading provider of high-quality trading card game accessories, Inked Gaming, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Kickstarter campaign on Aug. 17, 2023. This initiative will gather support from the tabletop game community, worldwide, to help launch a range of custom and artist-designed products.
Highly Successful Restaurateur Proprietor Releases How-To Tell-All Book on Achieving Restaurant Success
MONTREAL, Quebec /ScoopCloud/ — A new beacon of guidance has emerged in the culinary world as esteemed restaurateur and author, Billy Pham, unveils his groundbreaking book titled “Turn Your Restaurant Know-How Into Success & Growth” (ISBN: 978-0228876755).
New Self-Help Expert Podcast Career Coaching Episodes
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — Miss Corrinne Walker, world-renowned self-help expert and certified career coach, is excited to announce new episodes of her hit podcast, how to change careers and what to do before and after an interview. In these new episodes, Miss Walker discusses a range of topics related to career coaching, including how to find your dream job, how to prepare for a job interview and what questions to ask on a job interview.
Author Safiya Andrews Announces Her Latest Book, ‘The Awkward Art of Being: Turn Your Awkward Into Your Awesome!’
PHOENIX, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ — Safiya Andrews, an Arizona-based author, today announced the release of her latest book “The Awkward Art of Being: Turn Your Awkward Into Your Awesome!” (ISBN: 979-8988421801). Her captivating guidebook takes readers on a transformative journey through the intricacies of social interaction, embracing the beauty of awkwardness and empowering individuals to navigate the world with confidence and authenticity.
Pompano Beach Arts Announces Headliners for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024 – Branford Marsalis Leads an All-Star Internationally Acclaimed Lineup
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ — Pompano Beach Arts is proud to announce the headlining acts for Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 2024. Grammy(r) Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis, one of the most iconic jazz musicians of our time, leads a stellar lineup of internationally renowned artists including Ms. Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, David Sanchez, and Najee.
Wonder of Dinosaurs, home to the largest dinosaur exhibit on the west coast, is excited to announce its newest and most luminescent exhibit yet, Dinos-A-Glow
REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Already a favorite destination for dinosaur enthusiasts, Wonder of Dinosaurs’ new Dinos-A-Glow exhibit promises to immerse visitors in an intriguing world of prehistoric life like never before. Vivid, glow-in-the-dark dinosaur models will cast an enchanting spell, transporting visitors back to pre-historic times and illuminating the fascinating world of these ancient creatures.
Printed In Blood Celebrates MoMA’s Inclusion of ‘I Spit On Your Grave’ with new Scriptbook
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Printed in Blood, a publisher of art books, is proud to present a collector’s edition “I Spit On Your Grave Scriptbook.” The book features 144 pages of art, essays, and ephemera honoring 45 years of the iconic film. The book celebrates the inclusion of Meir Zarchi’s 1978 cult classic “I Spit On Your Grave aka Day of the Woman” film negative, script and artifacts in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent film archive in New York City.
Publishers Newswire announces semi-annual Books to Bookmark List for Aug. 2023 – 6 Great Children’s Books You’ve Likely Never Seen
TEMECULA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ — Publishers Newswire (PNW), a news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its semiannual “books to bookmark” list of six new and interesting children’s books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These children’s books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses.
Novelist Michelle Wildgen Joins Todos Santos Writers Workshop’s 2024 Winter Session
TODOS SANTOS, Baja California Sur /ScoopCloud/ — Novelist Michelle Wildgen has joined the faculty of the Todos Santos Writers Workshop for the 11th annual winter session, Feb. 4 – 10, 2024. Wildgen, a longtime editor at Tin House magazine, and author of four novels, will lead the fiction class. Wildgen joins Christopher Merrill (poetry), Karen Karbo (memoir), Jeanne McCulloch (memoir), and Rex Weiner (storytelling strategies) in the acclaimed creative writing retreat’s teaching lineup.
New Book ‘And Then I Met You’ by Mackenzie Lee Illuminates an Enduring and Miraculous Love Story
BOSTON, Mass. /ScoopCloud/ — Author Mackenzie Lee unveils a heartwarming tale of eternal love that defies all odds in her latest book, “And Then I Met You” (IBSN: 978-0228887737; Released March, 2023). This poignant true story weaves a mesmerizing narrative of a love that transcends the boundaries of time, space, and even life itself.
A Powerful Romance Of One Woman’s Journey With Grief And Hope: 91-Year-Old B.C. Woman Publishes Debut Romance Novel
VANCOUVER, B.C. /ScoopCloud/ — A romantic fictional story that follows a long-time single mother’s experience with grief, hope, faith, and healing. “Find Me on 4th Street” (ISBN: 978-0228884606; paperback) is Vancouver, B.C. author Colleen Kanten Carbol’s debut novel at the age of 91.
A New Powerful Multimedia Tool Expands Content Creators’ Fan Followers and Enriches Community Interactions
MIDDLETOWN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Gan Jing World announced release of Multimedia Format Hashtag Aggregation, a powerful feature that tags together content across multiple media types: videos, shorts, live streams, articles, blogs, photos, and soon podcasts.
The Self-Help Expert Podcast Celebrates One Year of Life-Changing Insights
CANAL WINCHESTER, Ohio /ScoopCloud/ — After 12 episodes featuring renowned self-help experts, Miss Corrinne Walker is celebrating the one-year anniversary of The Self-Help Expert Podcast. Launched on August 26, 2022, the podcast provides practical advice and actionable strategies to help listeners live their best lives.
Alan Palmer, actor, singer, writer and gentle advocate is opening a one man show this week Off-Broadway at the HERE Arts Center, in New York City
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ — Alan Palmer is pouring his heart and soul into a beautiful adaptation of a historical topic that is almost too hauntingly familiar, poignant and incredibly needing to be re-examined in this present environment. “Chanteuse” is a one-man musical play about a gay man living in Nazi controlled Germany doing whatever he can to survive.
‘The Children of Light: Book I’ is a new adventure picture book for children
KEARNY, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ — “The Children of Light: Book I” (ISBN: 978-1958377017; paper) is a picture book for children by co-authors Elizabeth and Adetoro Adekunle. The book follows the fun adventures of 4 friends who live in West Africa, as their town works on regaining electricity which was later obtained with solar power. Published by The Black Girl Judge Company LLC.
‘The Shadow’ by Sloan Blecher – A challenging story of love, heartbreak, betrayal, and revenge
SYDNEY, Australia /ScoopCloud/ — Sloan Blecher’s literary fiction novel “The Shadow” (ISBN: 978-0228888840; June, 2023) is a heartbreaking story told in a heartwarming way of a family’s struggles when a new family moves next door. “The Shadow,” Blecher’s first novel, was released in 2023 and is now available on Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes & Noble.