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MusicRow Magazine Reveals 25th Annual Award Winners
Inside this issue: Prince Cali Mixtape
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Magnolia Awards
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BUCKING IN THE BOOTHEE RODEO
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Books
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Nashville- MusicRow Magazine presented its 25th annual subscriber-voted MusicRow Awards on June 25, 2013, during a ceremony hosted by ASCAP at the organization’s Nashville offices. An in-depth look at the award recipients can be found in MusicRow’s June/July 2013 print edition, available now. The awards ceremony recognized MusicRow’s 2013 Breakthrough Artist, Breakthrough Songwriter, Song of the Year and Producer of the Year. Additionally, Top Ten Album AllStar Musician Awards were presented to session players who played on the most top ten albums during the eligibility period. Owner and Publisher of MusicRow Sherod Robertson welcomed the guests and presented honors alongside Senior News Editor Sarah Skates and Marketing Manager Eric Parker. 25th Annual MusicRow Award Winners Breakthrough Songwriter- Kacey Musgraves (“Merry Go ‘Round,” “Mama’s Broken Heart”) Producer of the Year- Dann Huff (Hunter Hayes, The Band Perry, Brantley Gilbert, Rascal Flatts, Kelly Clarkson) Breakthrough Artist- Kacey Musgraves (Mercury Nashville) Songs of the Year (tie)- “I Drive Your Truck,” written by Jessi Alexander, Connie Harrington, and Jimmy Yeary (published by Vistaville Music/Happy Tears Music/EMI Blackwood/ Watch This Girl Publishing/Great Day At This Time Music/Beattyville Music). Recorded by Lee Brice (Curb Records). “Merry Go ‘Round,” written by Kacey Musgraves, Josh Osborne, and Shane McAnally (published by 351 Music/Warner Tamerlane Publishing/Crazy Water Music/Little Blue Egg/ Universal Music Corporation/Want A Fresh One). Recorded by Kacey Musgraves (Mercury Nashville). Top 10 Album All Star Musician Awards Vocals- Wes Hightower Keys- Charles Judge Guitar- Ilya Toshinsky Steel- (tie) Dan Dugmore and Paul Franklin Bass- Jimmie Lee Sloas Fiddle- (tie) Jonathan Yudkin, Larry Franklin, and Stuart Duncan Drums- (tie) Greg Morrow and Shannon Forrest Engineer- Justin Niebank
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In addition to profiling the award recipients, the 2013 MusicRow Awards print magazine features an exclusive interview with music video director Shaun Silva, owner of Tacklebox Films and Forward, revealing his desire to push the envelope as he and his team expand into new territories. His early anointment in the industry came from superstar Kenny Rogers and that success has continued with top artists including Kenny Chesney and Jason Aldean. The issue also offers a one-on-one conversation with fashion icon Manuel. Having clothed Johnny Cash, Marilyn Monroe, Dolly Parton and Alan Jackson, Manuel discusses his history of draping the stars and how at age 75, he is launching a new line to help his students showcase their own designs. The MusicRow Awards are one of three annual events hosted by MusicRow. Others include Rising Women on the Row and the CountryBreakout Awards. Stay connected with MusicRow by subscribing at www.musicrow.com. Follow MusicRow's official social media channels on Twitter, Facebook and About MusicRow Enterprises: For more han 30 years MusicRow magazine has been Nashville’s forefront music industry trade publication. Known for its candid voice and accuracy, music executives rely on the outlet for exclusive reviews, breaking news, and in-depth coverage. MusicRow delivers six print magazines per year exclusively to subscribers. Among these are the valuable directory issues, InCharge, Artist Roster, Publisher Special and Digital Toolbox. The company hosts three annual events including the CRS Meet & Greet and CountryBreakout Awards, Rising Women on the Row honors, and reader-voted MusicRow Awards. MusicRow Enterprises s home to other industry-related products, including song pitch-sheet RowFax, and the MusicRow radio chart.
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LEFT COAST RAPPER PRINCE CALI SET TO RELEASE "CALI MARTIAN" MIXTAPE
Aspiring up-n-coming California rapper Prince Cali gears up for the releases of his anticipated mixtape, "Cali Martian", which will be available for download on July 3. "The concept of the mixtape and the title came from me trying to be that unique individual, which is simply different and not the bubble gum rapper from next door," the emerging rap renegade explained. Adding, "When people hear my music I want people to say, 'Man, that is outta this world,' which helped me come up with the title 'Cali Martian'. I was born and raised in California and I'm bringing flow from out of this world martian style." Prince Cali is confident, bold, artistic and creative. His clever lyricism, magnetic delivery and efficient wordplay has earned him acclaim among Hip-Hop aficionados from around the world. Cali's music contains hard hitting beats, sharp and funny lyrics, and hooks that will stay stuck in your head. Prince Cali has made sacrifices for his dreams without bargaining his soul. He has developed his talent amidst many obstacles. Cali's steadfast dedication and drive has resulted into a solid and growing fan base in the U.S. and beyond. One listen to his music and it's evident that this gifted MC is destined for greatness. CONNECT WITH PRINCE CALI Twitter: www.twitter.com/princecali89 Facebook: www.facebook.com/prince.cali89 YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/princecali22 Reverbnation: www.reverbnation.com/princecali
Jackson Arts Council Events 8/20/2013, 6:30 p.m., Dinner Entertainment, Old Country Store. Barbershop songs sung by barbershop chorus for patrons of the Old Country Store Presented by Casey Jones Barbershop Chorus. Admission: Free to patrons of the Old Country Store. For more information call: Larry Lewis 731-234-0360, LarryLewis@taud.org. 8/24/2013, 6:45 p.m., Starlight Symphony, First Presbyterian Church Jackson, TN 38305. Come out and bring friends and family as we enjoy beautiful orchestral music on the grounds of First Presbyterian Church. This is a picnic type concert so feel free to bring food, drink, chairs, tents, and blankets. As tradition there will be a big bang as the symphony performs the 1812 Overture with LIVE cannons! Presented by The Jackson Symphony Orchestra. Admission: Free. For more information call: 207 East Lafayette Street, Jackson, TN 38305 Office: (731) 427-6440 Email: jso@aeneas.net Website: www.thejacksonsymphony.org. 8/27/2013, 6:00 p.m., Southwest TN Woodcarvers, Westwood Recreation Center, 3 Westwood Gardens Dr., Jackson, TN. The Southwest Tennessee Woodcarvers meet every 2nd & 4th Tuesday from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at the Westwood Recreation Center, right behind the Fire Station. For more information call 425-8382. Presented by Southwest TN Woodcarvers. Admission: Free. For more information call: 425-8382.
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The Annual Magnolia Awards Ceremony It was a gala evening on Saturday as CT-A friends, supporters, patrons and volunteers gathered at Corinth Theatre-Arts to celebrate another successful season and award the coveted "Maggies." The annual Magnolia Awards ceremony and members' meeting -- a CT-A member is anyone who buys a season ticket -- is a much-anticipated highlight that wraps up the season by announcing the Maggie awards and introducing the CT-A board of directors and officers for the upcoming season. Maggie Award nominations come from anonymous season-ticket holders who have attended each production during the season. They submit names to the CT-A Awards and Nominations Committee for potential nomination. The committee collects and tallies the nominations and send ballots to CT-A season-ticket holders, who vote for the winners. Maggies 2013 began in the theatre lobby as the CT-A Guild hosted a social hour featuring quiche, wraps and cupcakes.Then audience members took their seats in the festively decorated theatre, where emcees Dan Marsh and Leland Hendrix -- looking dapper in their classic tuxes -- entertained the crowd with their opening number of "Who Will Win the Maggie?" sung to "Wouldn't It Be Loverly?" Next, it was envelope time. And the winners are -- “Footloose” as the 2012-2013 season’s outstanding youth production and “Nunsense – The Mega-Musical Version” as the outstanding adult production. Additional youth winners for the 2012-2013 Maggies were outstanding ensemble, Maurryn Bingham, Ashley Austin and Kristina Nunley as Rusty, Urleen and Wendy Jo, “Footloose;” actor or actress in a cameo role, Mikaela Hancock as Betty Blast, “Footloose;” featured actor, Kennedy Curtis as Tigger, “The House at Pooh Corner;” featured actress, Ellice Patterson as Ethel McCormack, “Footloose;” supporting actor, Jonathan Huwe as Reverend Shaw Moore, “Footloose;” supporting actress, Mikaela Hancock as Eyeore, “The House at Pooh Corner;” leading actor, Thomas Elam as Ren McCormack, “Footloose;” and leading actress, Marlee Sue Bradley as Ariel Moore, “Footloose.” Additional adult winners were outstanding set, “Miracle on 34th Street;” technical achievement, Casey Duke and run crew, “Footloose;” artistic achievement, Amber Fletcher, costumes and make-up, “The Wizard of Oz;” ensemble, Emili Gann, Jenny Jordan, Leah Petty and Tina Carreon as Novices and Wilhelm, “Nunsense: The Mega-Musical;” actor or actress in a cameo role, Randy Duke as Mr. Justice Millhouse, “Whose Life is it Anyway?;” debut actor, Paul Anderson as Office Welch, “Rumors;” debut actress, Cynthia Potter as Sister Anderson, “Whose Life is it Anyway?;” featured actor, Dan Marsh as Ernie Cusack, “Rumors;” featured actress, Melissa Miller as Cookie Cusack, “Rumors;” supporting actor, Paul Locke as Ken Gorman, “Rumors;” supporting actress, Lesley Petty as Sister Mary Amnesia, “Nunsense: The MegaMusical;” lead actor, David Maxedon as Lenny Ganz, “Rumors;” and lead actress, Cheryl Sproles as Rev. Mother Mary Regina, “Nunsense: The Mega-Musical.” Other recipients were Mikaela Hancock, Youth Award for exceptional volunteer service; Amber Fletcher, June Doyle Award for artistic achievement in costuming; Brad Fontaine, Roger Bryie Award as the season’s outstanding volunteer; Myra Byrnes, Bob O’Brien Award for outstanding long-term volunteer service; and Barbara Rogers, Shanda Wilbanks Albritton Lifetime Achievement Award for lifetime service to community arts. Also announced were CT-A board members and officers: Cinnamon Alexander, vice president of strategic planning; Rob Brown; Mary Dilworth; Amber Fletcher, vice president of productions; Beverly Harris; Stacy Jones, secretary; Paul Locke, president; Dan Marsh; Margaret Mathis; Tonya Maxedon; Brent McCarty; Tom Soltz, treasurer; Joe Wallace; and youth representative, Katelyn Mathis. Leaving the CT-A board are James “Sonny” Boatman and youth representative Mikaela Hancock. Special thanks or the 2012-2013 Magnolia Awards go to CT-A member Paul Schumacher for the awards plaques and to all of the other volunteers, supporters and donors who made the evening possible.
Jackson Arts Council Events 7/2/2013 ‐ 08/27/2013, M ‐ F 9:00 a.m. ‐ 4:30 p.m., Art Exhibit ‐ In the Good Ole Summer me, The Ned, 314 E. Main St., Jackson, TN 38301. Re‐ membering . . . the hot sun, dirt roads, barns, shelling peas on the front porch, Grandma's house. It's summer! Various media including oil, pas‐ tel, watercolor, by several local Jackson ar sts. Presented by The Ned. Admission: Free. For more informa on call: 425‐8397. 7/3/2013 ‐ 08/30/2013, M ‐ F 9:00 a.m. ‐ 4:30 p.m., Art Exhibit ‐ Notable Tree, The Ned, 314 E. Main St., Jackson, TN 38301. The Tennessee Ur‐ ban Forestry Council (TUFC) has created a traveling exhibit that features photographs of 36 notable Tennessee trees. The display showcases trees from the TUFC Landmark and Historic Tree Register and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Division of Forestry Champion Tree Program. Presented by The Ned. Admission: Free. For more informa on call: 425‐8397. 8/13/2013, 6:00 p.m., Southwest TN Woodcarvers, Westwood Recrea on Center, 3 Westwood Gardens Dr., Jackson, TN. The Southwest Ten‐ nessee Woodcarvers meet every 2nd & 4th Tuesday from 6:00 pm ‐ 9:00 pm at the Westwood Recrea on Center, right behind the Fire Sta on. For more informa on call 425‐8382. Presented by Southwest TN Woodcarvers. Admission: Free. For more informa on call: 425‐8382. 8/13/2013, 6:30 p.m., Jackson Photography Club Monthly Mee ng, "The Lodge" Gander Mountain, 1523 Vann Drive Jackson, TN 38305. An Amateur / Pro‐Amateur Photography Organiza on for Film and Digital Photographers. Meets the Second Tuesday of each month In Jackson, Tennessee @ 6:30PM. Mee ngs Are Held @ "The Lodge" in Gander Mountain / 1523 Vann Drive Presented by Jackson Photography Club. Ad‐ mission: Free. For more informa on call: Melanie Luckey, mlluckey@hotmail.com.
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SECOND ANNUAL BUCKING IN THE BOOTHEEL RODEO TO RAISE FUNDS FOR ST. JUDE Rodeo set for September 6 and 7 at American Legion Fairgrounds in Caruthersville CARUTHERSVILLE, Mo. — The 2nd Annual St. Jude Bucking in the Bootheel Rodeo will be held on Friday and Saturday, September 6 and 7 at the American Legion Fairgrounds in Caruthersville. Gates will open at 5 p.m. on Friday and at 2 p.m. on Saturday. The rodeo will begin at 8 p.m. each night. “We are excited to be hosting our annual St. Jude Bucking in the Bootheel Rodeo again this year,” said Erik Howell, chairman. “We appreciate everyone who has a hand in making it a success. The rodeo is non-profit and would not be possible without the support of our sponsors and rodeo committee.” Friday night will feature a visit from Miss Rodeo Missouri as she crowns the Miss and Mr. Bucking in the Bootheel Rodeo. She will also return for the event on Saturday night. Nashville recording artist, Darren Warren, will be there on Saturday night. Warren, a former St. Jude patient, will share his story and sing at 6:30 p.m. Family-fun activities are planned throughout the rodeo, including a mechanical bull and bounce houses for the kids. On Saturday, there will be games for the kids with a prize given away that afternoon. Other events include a feature performance each night by the Trixie Chicks. The Trixie Chicks are a group of six trick riders. They are fun to watch and we are excited to bring have them performing each night. One member will be arriving back from serving our country in Afghanistan just in time for our rodeo,” said Howell. There will also be a police versus fire department calf scramble, a calf scramble for the kids and a mutton busting, or riding of the sheep, both nights for the smaller kids. Organizers hope to expand the rodeo year after year in an effort to raise as much money as possible for St. Jude and a new scholarship program. “In addition to raising money for St. Jude, we wanted to give back locally this year too so we expanded our efforts to include presenting college scholarships to two graduating seniors from the Class of 2014,” said Howell. The rodeo will conclude each night with concert entertainment. On Friday night, The Kosmic Girls from Texarkana, Ark. will perform. Saturday’s entertainment will be announced at a later date. Bucking in the Bootheel organizers are still looking for sponsors for this year’s rodeo. Various sponsorship levels are available. For more information on the rodeo, visit the Bucking in the Bootheel website or Like the rodeo on Facebook. To pledge your sponsorship or to make a donation, contact Erik Howell at 573-922-8404.
Author Damaris Perry announces release of ‘The Gospel of God, One Word At A Time’ GONZALES, La. – In his new book “The Gospel of God, One Word At A Time” (published by WestBow Press), Damaris Perry offers readers biblical wisdom to help them through times of trouble and strife. Perry explores the meanings of various words from the Bible, expounding on them to offer readers spiritual guidance. His approach was to attempt to tap into the mind of God, offering readers understanding on what the words were originally meant to convey. According to Perry, “The Gospel of God, One Word At A Time” can be used as a guide when people experience trials in life. “It will reveal biblical truths,” he says. An excerpt from “The Gospel of God, One Word At A Time”: “God created the kingdom for every man on earth, but it's going to be up to you if you want to live in the kingdom. Some ask me what must I do to become a partaker of the kingdom? The scriptures clearly tell us that we must be born again. Become rich in faith and allow the Lord to deliver you from evil, then you too can become a member of the kingdom of God and enjoy all that he has for you.” Perry hopes his book inspires people to become more familiar with the Bible. “I want people to understand the importance of reading the word of God,” he says. “I also want them to know that whatever problems they experience in life there's always help in the word of God.”
Linda Gupton announces release of ‘Seasons in the South’ New book takes readers into a contested death during the Civil War LEWISBURG, Tenn. – In “Seasons in the South: The lives involved in the death of General Van Dorn” (published by AuthorHouse), author Linda Gupton’s new historic work, readers are taken back into the days of the Civil War and invited to witness the tragic tale of General Van Dorn. Jessie McKissack Peters is a stunning, young southern belle living in Tennessee and married to Dr. George Peters –her cousin by blood. When Nashville is attacked by the advancing Northern troops, George escapes and runs to his plantation in Arkansas. His wife, however, finds herself alone in the broken city. As time passes, Jessie begins to join General Van Dorn on carriage rides and parties. When George returns and hears of this, he is enraged and murders Van Dorn. But, shortly after, Jessie gives birth to a child. After readers are finished with the tale of General Van Dorn, “Seasons in the South” shifts gears and becomes a mystery book. Gupton begins shedding light on the families and individuals affected by the general’s death. She then looks into how certain parts of the story leave suspicion towards why or how the general was killed and to the Peters’ linage. Was George a spy? Who was the father of the baby Jessie bore? These questions and more will be looked and discussed in “Seasons in the South.” An excerpt from the book: “A servant witnessed Dr. Peters telling Jessie that he had just shot General Van Dorn. ‘Miss Jessie just stood there with her hands on her hips and said, ‘Now ain’t that the devil, a sweetheart killed and a husband runs away—all in the same day!’” It is the author’s hope that after reading her book, readers will be able to see what actually happened, how the rumors started and the why certain individuals acted the way they did. “Books have been written about General Van Dorn and military strategy but not about the lives involved in his death or what happened to their families.”
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James Whale spreads his wings recording Tony Klinger’s new audio book launch of The Butterfly Boy Renowned film-maker Tony Klinger’s first novel, The Butterfly Boy has been released to early acclaim and it has just been revealed that the audio book has been voiced by celebrated and opinionated radio and television host, James Whale, with a multi-platform web launch scheduled for 1 September. The Butterfly Boy is a sweeping and inspiring account of its lead character Arnie’s triumph over Polio, and the trials and tribulations of Germany through the twentieth century including two World Wars and the economic miracle that followed. The story is one of an extraordinary man, taking an astonishing journey in tumultuous times and the strength of Arnie’s character made James Whale the perfect choice to perform the voiceover. “For The Butterfly Boy audiobook it was important to have someone with the voice to accurately convey Arnie’s strength and passion and I’m delighted we were able to secure James’ services,” said author Tony Klinger. “James’ own strength of character reflected in his tone mirror’s Arnie’s, so he was the perfect choice. When I first heard James narrating, I was blown away. His delivery really brings the story to life and I’m sure those who buy the audiobook will agree.” Reviews of The Butterfly Boy have been excellent: “From the opening pages this book gripped me – a page turner wonderfully influenced by the author’s experience as a filmmaker: something happening on every page to propel Arnie’s amazing story forward, every scene a visual treat,” provide an indication of the book’s ability to draw the reader into “…a good story, well told.”1 The story is now well told in a whole new way thanks to James Whale’s powerful performance. The grand launch of the audio book is taking place on 1 September in London, where people will be able to come along and hear excerpts from the audio book, coupled with the opportunity to meet both James Whale and the author himself Tony Klinger. As a radio and television host, James Whale needs no introduction. Famous for his plain speaking, his distinctive broadcasting style marked James out as one of the country’s foremost presenter’s, broadcasters and voiceover specialists. He first rose to national prominence with The James Whale Show on ITV in the late 80s, but has also hosted the show on TalkSport and was most recently on the airwaves at LBC in London. He can also be caught reviewing the papers on SKY News most Thursday mornings, and occasionally on This Morning and Daybreak. Born into a creative family in London, film director, producer and author Tony Klinger is no stranger to success. His father Michael produced the critically acclaimed ‘Get Carter’ starring Michael Caine amongst many other films and Tony built on these accomplishments. By the age of 18 Tony was making his own films, and while The Butterfly Boy is a first novel, over 500 media productions in the UK and USA stand testament to dedication to his art. His love of the medium of film is reflected in the uniquely visual storytelling style of The Butterfly Boy which needed a vivid voice to convey. “James’ voice is warm and full of character and his personality is perfect for conveying Arnie’s struggles,” added Tony. “When I was a young boy, one of my good friends tragically died from Polio so it was important the voiceover artist could convincingly convey what it is like for the main character to live with the condition – something James’ forceful style delivers with conviction.” While Arnie’s story drives the novel, the vivid journey through 1930s Germany is brought to life as perhaps only a celebrated filmmaker can; while the clash between Arnie and Nazi Officer Ratwerller is written in a refreshing prose style, and is brought to life with a chilling authenticity in the audiobook thanks to James Whale’s compelling performance. The Butterfly Boy can be purchased at: http://is.gd/STBh2P. Tony Klinger is kindly donating a share of the profits to The British Polio Fellowship, a national charity dedicated to helping those still living with Polio and Post Polio Syndrome (PPS) in the UK Today.
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T. R. White Mid-Summer Musical On July 3, 2013 T. R. White Sportsplex held their Mid-Summer Musical. Parents and visitors, who attended this event, got to see talented kids that attend T. R. White Sportsplex’s Summer Camp perform various musical acts. The kids sang and danced to some of today’s hit songs. The kids that performed at the event were between the ages of 5 – 12 year old. T. R. White Sportsplex’s campers have some amazing talents. The Summer Camp Director is Wanda Mercer.
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New book stresses the power of positive thinking TC Pettaway shows readers how to identify and remove negative influences in ‘Straightfoward!’ WETHERSFIELD, Conn. – Author TC Pettaway encourages readers to break free from negative thinking and find empowerment in his inspirational new nonfiction, “Straightforward!: The Power of Faith Talking” (published by AuthorHouse). In just over 100 pages, “Straightforward!” presents life-changing strategies designed to help readers defeat feelings of fear, guilt and inferiority. Pettaway discusses the benefits of self-reflection and confidence, reminding his audience to look within for strength and self-worth. According to Pettaway, keeping a positive attitude is one of the most important components of a healthy, balanced life. He writes about the toxic nature of negative thoughts, behaviors and actions and urges readers to identify and remove the negative influences in their lives. The book discusses the most effective ways of doing this, noting that it takes time to change patterns of negative thinking. “Straightfoward!” stresses the role of faith, asserting that a solid foundation of faith in God is essential to successfully maintaining an abundant, positive life. Pettaway reveals how faith has helped him through the years and shares Bible passages that have inspired him. “My daily recital is … faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God,” he writes. Pettaway is hopeful that his own experiences will inspire others to realize their true potential. “It is my desire that every reader know and understand that we are created for the greatest intention and purpose in this life.” “Straightforward!” By Dr. TC Pettaway Softcover | 6 x 9 in | 106 pages | ISBN 9781481726146 E-Book | ISBN 9781481726153 Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble About the Author TC Pettaway lives and writes in Connecticut. “Straightfoward!” is his first published book. AuthorHouse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is a leading provider of book publishing, marketing, and bookselling services for authors around the globe and offers the industry’s only suite of Hollywood book-to-film services. Committed to providing the highest level of customer service, AuthorHouse assigns each author personal publishing and marketing consultants who provide guidance throughout the process. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, AuthorHouse celebrated 15 years of service to authors in Sept. 2011.For more information or to publish a book visit authorhouse.com or call 1-888-519-5121. For the latest, follow @authorhouse on Twitter.
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Steve Grizzle announces release of ‘The 3 “P” Man’ New book takes readers into the extraordinary life of an adventurer MULDROW, Okla. – In “The 3 “P” Man: Memoirs of a Perfect Life Adventure: A Preacher, a Pilot, and a Police Officer All in One Person” (published by iUniverse), author Steve Grizzle’s new memoir, readers are invited into the charmed, exciting and dramatic life of Grizzle. As readers move through the memoir, the author gives them details of a life lived as an exciting journey, leading him from preaching in the pulpit to traveling the world as a pilot to serving as a police officer. “As a man with a true need for speed,” says Grizzle, “my journey has been one of exciting and unforgettable events.” Some of these events take readers into stories about chance encounters with celebrities, while others take them into the air, where death is hiding behind pristine, white clouds. “Sharing stories full of action, inspiration and adventure, ‘The 3 “P” Man’ presents a unique and intriguing memoir,” says the author. An excerpt from “The 3 “P” Man”: “Perfect might be a little exaggeration when I think back on some of life’s adventures, but most of them were certainly unforgettable. Experiences I’ve shared with Sam Walton, Johnny Cash, Bob Hope, as well as the hundreds of people I’ve got to rub shoulders with from other countries like Canada, Mexico, Denmark, Estonia, and Germany. To be only the second corporate jet to go into Estonia after Russia opened her borders in and be met with a group of young Russian soldiers armed with machine guns, not being able to speak a word English, made for some nail biting moments especially knowing that our chairman of the board was sitting in the back of the jet and had forgotten his passport back in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Or when I came face to face with some demons in Louisiana that would like to have attacked me are experiences that I think of so very often.” “The 3 “P” Man” By Steve Grizzle Hardcover | 5.5 x 8.5 in | 300 pages | ISBN 9781475991260 Softcover | 5.5 x 8.5 in | 300 pages | ISBN 9781475991253 E-Book | 300 pages | ISBN 9781475991277 Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble About the Author Steve Grizzle obtained a pilot’s license while getting his bachelor’s degree. After graduation, he played sports, did ventriloquism, played music and participated in speech and debate. All of these led him towards becoming a minister, a professional pilot and law enforcement. If you would rather not receive future communications from Author Solutions, Inc., let us know by clicking here. Author Solutions, Inc., c/o AMS 1663 Liberty Drive, Bloomington, IN 47403 United States
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Susan Bowmer announces release of ‘Murderer in the Family’ New book takes real life events and weaves them together to form a work of creative non-fiction GOLDSBORO, N.C. – After covering multiple murder cases which involved the death penalty, author and journalist Susan Bowmer decided it was time to sit down and make an informed decision about where she stood on the death penalty. “Murderer in the Family” (published by AuthorHouse is her look at the death penalty and how it affects the lives of the individuals involved. Readers watch in horror as Butch McPherson kills his wife, Emily. With Emily dead and Butch on death row, their children fall into the jurisdiction of the court system. Will the children be able to stay together or will the state separate them? Will they be able to visit their father or will the state forbid it and who truly gets to decide how the children live out their young lives after such a tragedy? These are only a few questions Bowmer looks at in this tale. An excerpt from “Murderer in the Family”: “Fighting, always fighting! Why didn’t they just try to be nice once in awhile? Josie McPherson cowered in her bed with her pillow over her ears and blanket over her head. She hated it when her parents fought and for most of her five years that was all they had done! Why couldn’t Butch and Emily just get along like the parents on Married with Children or My Two Dads or just get a divorce like the real I Love Lucy? Dead and divorced in real life, but living ecstatically happy forever in reruns!” “The McPhersons are a compilation of many families I observed,” says the author. “The other case histories in the book are true. “Murderer in the Family” By Susan Bowmer Softcover | 6 x 9in | 138 pages | ISBN 9781481746533 E-Book | 138 pages | ISBN 9781481746540 Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble About the Author Susan Bowmer has always been an avid reader and writer. She has published two other books: “Death Dangler” and “The Lives of Hattie Fitzsimmons”. AuthorHouse, an Author Solutions, Inc. self-publishing imprint, is a leading provider of book publishing, marketing, and bookselling services for authors around the globe and offers the industry’s only suite of Hollywood book-to-film services. Committed to providing the highest level of customer service, AuthorHouse assigns each author personal publishing and marketing consultants who provide guidance throughout the process. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, AuthorHouse celebrated 15 years of service to authors in Sept. 2011.For more information or to publish a book visit authorhouse.com or call 1-888-519-5121. For the latest, follow @authorhouse on Twitter.
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July, 2013
Preview Party of Hattiloo's Season 8 At this FREE event the general public will sample plays that will be produced in Hattiloo Theatre's Season 8. Hattiloo will stage scenes from Matthew Lopez's The Whipping Man, which explores the relationship between a Confederate soldier and two of his newly freed slaves, all of who are Jewish; The North Star, an original, modern-day re-telling of the circumstances that surrounded Mary and Joesph before Jesus' birth; Grease - that famous musical about summer love at Rydell High; and others. Each attendee will also be treated to a free, small ice cream sundae. Saturday 10 August 2013. 2p - 3p. This is a popular event, so people will want to get there early. This is a FREE event, open to the public.
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Jackson Idol The City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Summer Camps 2013 held their annual Jackson Idol on July 17, 2013 at Carl Perkin’s Civic Center. Kids from the various summer camps in Jackson, TN came together to compete in a talent contest. The MC’s for the morning were Miss Tennessee 2013 Shelby Thompson and Michelle Maclin. There were special performances by the 2012 Jackson Idol winners; Alexandria Carney (Westwood Camp), Shelby Thompson (Miss Tennessee 2013), Jadyden Morton, DeShawn Bray, Robert Cook, and James Rivers (The Hub Camp), and Rosehill Middle School Cheerleader (Directed by Kenya Holt). The Campers Rapped, Sang, Danced Hip Hop, Tap, and Praise. At the end of all of the performances judges chose the top three winners from each group. The 2013 winners of Jackson Idol were: Division I (6-8 age group) – 1st place Westwood (hip hop dancers) 2nd place Jillian’s Fun Place (praise dancers) 3rd place T. R. White (hip hop dancers) Division II (9-12 age group) – 1st place The Hub Club (rappers) 2nd place T. R. White (Singers) 3rd place Westwood This year’s Jackson Idol was sponsored by The City of Jackson Parks and Recreation, Sam’s Club, and Volunteer State Health Plan. Photos by S. Douglas
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