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This page contains 9 entries posted in July 2009

Request for Proposals: Mosaic Literary Conference

07/28/09

Education, Publishing/Literary

The Mosaic Literary Conference (formerly known as Re:Verse) provides a platform for literature-based creative thinking and knowledge sharing. Each year we invite educators, arts organizations, and parents to participate. MLC is presented by The Literary Freedom Project, a 501(c)3 tax-exempt not-for-profit arts organization that supports the literary arts through education, creative thinking, and new media.

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What Becomes of the Big-Hearted? A Tribute to E. Lynn Harris

07/27/09

Publishing/Literary

Although it's still hard to believe that he's gone, E. Lynn Harris's understated impact as a writer, mentor, and truth-seeker can no longer be denied, ignored, or overlooked.

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The Itchyfooted Melvin Van Peebles

07/26/09

Publishing/Literary

Known for works like his films "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song," and "Watermelon Man," and his musical "Ain't Supposed to Die a Natural Death," Melvin Van Peebles is an artist who's unafraid to cross boundaries, disciplines, and traditions in his work. His forthcoming project is no exception. The seventy-six-year-old is gearing up for the release of a graphic novel called "Confessions of a Ex-Doofus-Itchyfooted Mutha" (illustrated by Caktuz Tree).

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Another Great Review for The Message

07/26/09

The Message

The Message: 100 Life Lessons From Hip-Hop's Greatest Songs by Felicia Pride is a written testimony to how much music influences us. Each chapter has the title of a song that had an impact on Ms. Pride.

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How To Be A Publishing Superstar

07/26/09

Publishing/Literary

You have a supportive agent and you love your editor. You've written a book fantastic book. It's a winner, for sure to be a bestseller. Now what? "Now what?" is the big pink, purple elephant lingering over every smiling newly acquired author during their celebration dinner. The contract has been signed, when does my fame start? When do the big billboards books go up in Time Square? When am I inducted into the Hall of Fame? When is my impressive moment?

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Sharon Draper Interview

07/26/09

Publishing/Literary

Sharon M. Draper has been busy of late, with her new Sassy series for tween girls from Scholastic, as well as the release of Just Another Hero (Atheneum, July), the final book in her Jericho trilogy. The former teacher now writes fulltime, and does school visits and appearances. Children's Bookshelf caught up with the author to talk about her writing life.

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Free Books!

07/26/09

Education, Publishing/Literary

Empower your students. Help them to strive for excellence. This summer we're offering two ways for high schools, colleges, and college prep programs to get The Guide to Excellence to their students.

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The Day I Finally Called Myself a Writer

07/26/09

My Writings, Publishing/Literary

It took me years to actually claim the title: writer. Many of us become published writers, see our names in print, start collecting actual checks. And still, we can't say it out loud: I am a writer.

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Summer Reading Recommendations

07/26/09

Publishing/Literary

Looking for some good books to read for the remainder of the summer and beyond? I compiled a list of 30 books, including classic titles, to match a diversity of reading interests.

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