Famed Ecologists Explore WHY LIFE MATTERS in Exciting New Book
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
From famed ecologists and authors Dr. Michael Charles Tobias and Jane Gray Morrison comes a new book that should be on the reading lists of anyone concerned or interested with the future of life on Earth – Why Life Matters: Fifty Ecosystems of the Heart and Mind. Having written some 50 books and produced some 170 films between them, it is no surprise that this new title from the married duo is a powerful ode to life told through the lens of two deeply committed humanists.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
From famed ecologists and authors Dr. Michael Charles Tobias and Jane Gray Morrison comes a new book that should be on the reading lists of anyone concerned or interested with the future of life on Earth – Why Life Matters: Fifty Ecosystems of the Heart and Mind. Having written some 50 books and produced some 170 films between them, it is no surprise that this new title from the married duo is a powerful ode to life told through the lens of two deeply committed humanists.
Indiana University Press Releases 9/11 AND THE VISUAL CULTURE OF DISASTER by Thomas Stubblefield
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The day the towers fell, indelible images of plummeting rubble, fire, and falling bodies were imprinted in the memories of people around the world. Images that were caught in the media loop after the disaster and coverage of the attack, its aftermath, and the wars that followed reflected a pervasive tendency to treat these tragic events as spectacle. Though the collapse of the World Trade Center was “the most photographed disaster in history,” it failed to yield a single noteworthy image of carnage. Thomas Stubblefield argues that the absence within these spectacular images is the paradox of 9/11 visual culture, which foregrounds the visual experience as it obscures the event in absence, erasure, and invisibility. From the spectral presence of the Tribute in Light to Art Spiegelman's nearly blank New Yorker cover, and from the elimination of the Twin Towers from television shows and films to the monumental cavities of Michael Arad's 9/11 memorial, the void became the visual shorthand for the incident. By examining configurations of invisibility and erasure across the media of photography, film, monuments, graphic novels, and digital representation, Stubblefield interprets the post-9/11 presence of absence as the reaffirmation of national identity that implicitly laid the groundwork for the impending invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The day the towers fell, indelible images of plummeting rubble, fire, and falling bodies were imprinted in the memories of people around the world. Images that were caught in the media loop after the disaster and coverage of the attack, its aftermath, and the wars that followed reflected a pervasive tendency to treat these tragic events as spectacle. Though the collapse of the World Trade Center was “the most photographed disaster in history,” it failed to yield a single noteworthy image of carnage. Thomas Stubblefield argues that the absence within these spectacular images is the paradox of 9/11 visual culture, which foregrounds the visual experience as it obscures the event in absence, erasure, and invisibility. From the spectral presence of the Tribute in Light to Art Spiegelman's nearly blank New Yorker cover, and from the elimination of the Twin Towers from television shows and films to the monumental cavities of Michael Arad's 9/11 memorial, the void became the visual shorthand for the incident. By examining configurations of invisibility and erasure across the media of photography, film, monuments, graphic novels, and digital representation, Stubblefield interprets the post-9/11 presence of absence as the reaffirmation of national identity that implicitly laid the groundwork for the impending invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan
The Berlin Candy Bomber Col. Gail Halvorsen Receives The Congressional Gold Medal
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The Berlin Candy Bomber, Col. Gail Halvorsen, will be among members of the Civil Air Patrol receiving a Congressional Gold Medal for their service during World War II. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest award Congress can give to a civilian.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
The Berlin Candy Bomber, Col. Gail Halvorsen, will be among members of the Civil Air Patrol receiving a Congressional Gold Medal for their service during World War II. The Congressional Gold Medal is the highest award Congress can give to a civilian.
The Strand Bookstore Presents Bradford Morrow + Otto Penzler Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
Join Strand for a night in celebration of great contemporary fiction! Bradford Morrow, famed for his award-winning short fiction, will present his latest novel, The Forgers. This novel, his seventh, centers on scandal and murder within the world of rare books--only appropriate, then, that he'll be presenting The Forgers in our Rare Book Room.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2014
Join Strand for a night in celebration of great contemporary fiction! Bradford Morrow, famed for his award-winning short fiction, will present his latest novel, The Forgers. This novel, his seventh, centers on scandal and murder within the world of rare books--only appropriate, then, that he'll be presenting The Forgers in our Rare Book Room.
City National Bank & Barnes & Noble Set 7th Annual Gift of Literacy Holiday Book Drive
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
City National Bank is partnering once again with Barnes & Noble this holiday season for a multi-state book drive that will celebrate the joy of reading and benefit area schools in California, Nevada, New York, and Nashville, Tennessee. This is the 7th consecutive year that City National and Barnes & Noble have partnered in its holiday book drive.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
City National Bank is partnering once again with Barnes & Noble this holiday season for a multi-state book drive that will celebrate the joy of reading and benefit area schools in California, Nevada, New York, and Nashville, Tennessee. This is the 7th consecutive year that City National and Barnes & Noble have partnered in its holiday book drive.
Musician Kevin Farley to Release New eBook 'Out of the Woods: A True Story'
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
Maine-based musician Kevin Farley, best known as the Irish Music Guy, will release his new eBook, Out of the Woods: A True Story, with Amazon Kindle on December 1, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
Maine-based musician Kevin Farley, best known as the Irish Music Guy, will release his new eBook, Out of the Woods: A True Story, with Amazon Kindle on December 1, 2014.
First Book of TATTOOED ANGELS Trilogy Released
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
Local author, Valerie Willis, announces the self-publication of 'Rebirth' the first novel in her Tattooed Angels Trilogy. The young adult urban fantasy novel takes place in present day where it follows the hardships of a high school senior, Hotan. Plagued with several life obstacles, Hotan finds himself in chaos when he discovers he is becoming immortal. Weighed down by the task of mastering his new powers, he struggles to keep his normal life together. Walk with Hotan as he unravels the mystery behind the Immortals who call themselves Levites and why he is caught in the crossfire of mistakes made by his ancient doppelganger. 'I started writing this story in high school in the back of one of my class notebooks over ten years ago. All I can remember was thinking how important it was for me to write this story so that I could proudly see it on the shelves of my high school and middle school libraries,' says the author, Valerie Willis. The novel differs from most popular stories on the market with a lack of vampires, demons, and references to magic. Readers will enjoy a safe but refreshing read full of mystery teamed with amazing plot twists. The elemental immortals in this novel bring more than just the classic fire, water, and earth aspects seen in other tales. Discover how scary it can be when someone can control the element of fear in the people around them. This takes on the question of how much does the emotions we feel can influence how we interact with the world around us. Find this book on Amazon.com for Kindle and in Paperback. 'Rebirth' will be offered exclusively on Amazon for the first 90 days of its release as well as be available for free download on select dates. Fans can find links to 'Rebirth' and other works by author Valerie Willis on her Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ValerieWillisAuthor) and Twitter (@Valerie_Willis). Upcoming novel projects and current events can be found on her Author Site (http://willisartist.wix.com/author) and her Blog (http://valeriewillis.blogspot.com).
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
Local author, Valerie Willis, announces the self-publication of 'Rebirth' the first novel in her Tattooed Angels Trilogy. The young adult urban fantasy novel takes place in present day where it follows the hardships of a high school senior, Hotan. Plagued with several life obstacles, Hotan finds himself in chaos when he discovers he is becoming immortal. Weighed down by the task of mastering his new powers, he struggles to keep his normal life together. Walk with Hotan as he unravels the mystery behind the Immortals who call themselves Levites and why he is caught in the crossfire of mistakes made by his ancient doppelganger. 'I started writing this story in high school in the back of one of my class notebooks over ten years ago. All I can remember was thinking how important it was for me to write this story so that I could proudly see it on the shelves of my high school and middle school libraries,' says the author, Valerie Willis. The novel differs from most popular stories on the market with a lack of vampires, demons, and references to magic. Readers will enjoy a safe but refreshing read full of mystery teamed with amazing plot twists. The elemental immortals in this novel bring more than just the classic fire, water, and earth aspects seen in other tales. Discover how scary it can be when someone can control the element of fear in the people around them. This takes on the question of how much does the emotions we feel can influence how we interact with the world around us. Find this book on Amazon.com for Kindle and in Paperback. 'Rebirth' will be offered exclusively on Amazon for the first 90 days of its release as well as be available for free download on select dates. Fans can find links to 'Rebirth' and other works by author Valerie Willis on her Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ValerieWillisAuthor) and Twitter (@Valerie_Willis). Upcoming novel projects and current events can be found on her Author Site (http://willisartist.wix.com/author) and her Blog (http://valeriewillis.blogspot.com).
The New BANANAGRAMS Book by Deej Johnson and Mark Nyman is Released
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
Author Explains HOW TO CELEBRATE WINTER SOLSTICE With New Release
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
PHOENIX, Dec. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ Prefer to celebrate the holidays in a more simplified low-key way? Are you looking for a tradition that focuses on the unique meaning of winter, and a holiday in which everyone can participate? 'How To Celebrate Winter Solstice' is a new book for the whole family. What is it and why celebrate the Winter Solstice? For many of us who live in the beginning of the 21st century no longer celebrate or have ever learned about mankind's long relationship with the Winter Solstice that occurs every year either on December 21st or 22nd. We've moved away from an agrarian lifestyle that depends on animals, nature and the seasons. We now live in cities and suburbs that depend on commerce, industrial farming and grocery store chains. The deeper connection with the impact of seasonal change has become far removed from the daily conveniences of our modern lives.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
PHOENIX, Dec. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ Prefer to celebrate the holidays in a more simplified low-key way? Are you looking for a tradition that focuses on the unique meaning of winter, and a holiday in which everyone can participate? 'How To Celebrate Winter Solstice' is a new book for the whole family. What is it and why celebrate the Winter Solstice? For many of us who live in the beginning of the 21st century no longer celebrate or have ever learned about mankind's long relationship with the Winter Solstice that occurs every year either on December 21st or 22nd. We've moved away from an agrarian lifestyle that depends on animals, nature and the seasons. We now live in cities and suburbs that depend on commerce, industrial farming and grocery store chains. The deeper connection with the impact of seasonal change has become far removed from the daily conveniences of our modern lives.
Kent Haruf, Author of PLAINSONG, Dies at Age 71
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
American Novelist, Kent Haruf, has died at age 71 from a battle with cancer.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
American Novelist, Kent Haruf, has died at age 71 from a battle with cancer.
INNER MESSIAH, DIVINE CHARACTER Provides Unique Perspective on Political Events
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire-iReach/ Inner Messiah, Divine Character: Narrative Approaches to 'Be Beyond Best' (Wipf & Stock/Resource Publications, 2014) provides a unique literary perspective on current political events and restores power and hope to disenfranchised individuals through an innovative construct, i.e., Inner Messiah, to empower readers to reclaim their divine origins as a starting point to achieve peace and justice in their individual and collective actions.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
NEW YORK, Dec. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire-iReach/ Inner Messiah, Divine Character: Narrative Approaches to 'Be Beyond Best' (Wipf & Stock/Resource Publications, 2014) provides a unique literary perspective on current political events and restores power and hope to disenfranchised individuals through an innovative construct, i.e., Inner Messiah, to empower readers to reclaim their divine origins as a starting point to achieve peace and justice in their individual and collective actions.
MOLLY, THE DANCING MEERKAT Teaches Kids Responsibility
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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Andries Botes Releases THE TIMBAVATI SECRETS
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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Wayne Griffin Showcases Legacy of Elizabeth Taylor in New Collection
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2014
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