Day: June 2, 2017

Public invited to Dominican MFA in Creative Writing discussions, readings

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Public invited to Dominican MFA in Creative Writing discussions, readings

In celebration of the inaugural class of its Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing program, Dominican University of California invites the public to
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MFA Creative Writing

Offered both online and face-to-face, the MFA in creative writing is a low-residency program, nationally ranked for its convenience and affordability.
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The Self-Publishing Formula Debi Kirk 2016 Video Novel Exposure Course Launched

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The Self-Publishing Formula Debi Kirk 2016 Video Novel Exposure Course Launched

The course was designed to be easy to consume, so that even people with no experience of writing or self publishing can benefit from the advice
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Marina Kemp launches creative writing masterclasses

Former Penguin Random House editor Marina Kemp is launching a series of one-on-one creative writing courses modelled on the traditional
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Reactions swift after Trump's withdrawal from Paris Climate Accord

The reaction to President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement was swift Thursday evening. In a press
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'Carry On' Says NASA to Blue Canyon Technologies' RAVAN Cubesat

Mission extended. NASA has authorized continued operations to Blue Canyon Technologies' (BCT) 3U CubeSat for the RAVAN mission, which has
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Kathy Griffin enlists lawyer to address Trump family 'bullying'

Just as the controversy surrounding the image of Kathy Griffin holding what appears to be a bloody fake severed head of President Trump appeared to
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Investment Grant Comes to NanoAvionics for their Smallsat Propulsion System

NanoAvionics has received a 3.2 million euros investment — the National “Intelektas LT” grant is allocated for finalizing the development of
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Enhanced Training Data Accuracy from East View Geospatial

East View Geospatial (EVG), a provider of content-rich cartographic products, continues to enhance the accuracy of automated feature identification
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Five ways to become a better writer – without leaving York

Five ways to become a better writer – without leaving York … is on a structured, guided exploration of the conventions and practice of writing creatively.
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Walmart testing store employee delivery of US online orders

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Walmart testing store employee delivery of US online orders

In its latest effort to compete with online giant Amazon, Walmart is testing a delivery service using its own store employees, who will deliver packages
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Airbus Defense and Space Provides a First with Successful EUTELSAT 172B Launch

It's a first for an all-electric propulsion for orbit-raising and on-station maneuvers for the first time on a high power satellite. This is also reflected in the
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Woman warns residents of scammers using Publishers Clearing House pitch

Swindlers couldn't pull the wool over a Blacksburg woman's eyes Thursday afternoon despite a tempting offer that has ensnared others. “They said I
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AP PHOTOS: Editor selections from Latin America, Caribbean

This photo gallery highlights some of the top news images made by Associated Press photographers in Latin America and the Caribbean that were
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CBC News wins 7 Digital Publishing Awards

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CBC News wins 7 Digital Publishing Awards

CBC News took home a general excellence award at the 2017 Digital Publishing Awards in Toronto on Thursday, winning top honours at the annual
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Affordable Self-Publishing Services

Quick and Easy Self-Publishing Services… Are you frustrated trying to pull together a professional manuscript you can sell? Don't want your hard work
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Long Game: Optimizing Yield Is a Two-Year Commitment

With frequency-capping, some publishers violate their own standards to … Transparency is key; publishers need to set expectations with advertisers
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Bill watch: Governor vetoes liquor bill

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Bill watch: Governor vetoes liquor bill

Senate Bill (SB) 106, which would have allowed grocery stores and some other retail outlets to sell liquor alongside beer and wine, was vetoed by
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For Publishers

The digital data revolution has forced publishers to reinvent how they do business. It threatens publishers who can't adapt, but offers opportunities to
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Winners of 2017 Digital Publishing Awards Announced

TORONTO, June 1, 2017 /CNW/ – The National Media Awards Foundation is proud to announce the winners of the 2017 Digital Publishing Awards,
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BookExpo 2017: The Big Books of the Show

Among the new names generating excitement was A.J. Finn, the pseudonym for publishing veteran (and HarperCollins v-p and executive editor) Dan
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Adams Publishing Group, LLC acquires The Eau Claire Press Company

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Adams Publishing Group, LLC acquires The Eau Claire Press Company

The buyer of The Eau Claire Press Company's assets is family-owned Adams Publishing Group, based in Minneapolis and chaired by Stephen Adams
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The Globe and Mail leads Digital Publishing Awards with 12 honours

The Globe and Mail was the leading publication at the 2017 Digital Publishing Awards, winning a total of 12 awards – eight Gold and four Silver.
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The Latest: NBA commissioner would prefer more competition

The Latest on Game 1 of the NBA Finals Thursday night (all times local): 5:35 p.m. NBA fan Adam Silver wants to see more competition in the league.
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Google confirms details of upcoming ad-blocker in Chrome

The company told CNBC that it will allow publishers to participate in a new program called Funding Choices. Under the program, when a user with a
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The Latest: Philippine police say robbery may be motive

The Latest on gunshots and explosions at a mall, casino and hotel complex in the Philippines (all times local): 5 a.m. The Philippine national police
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Success for Airbus Safran Launchers and Arianespace as They Celebrate Third Launch

Such strong statistics reveal that today's launch is the 79th consecutive successful launch, the third this year carrying more than 10.8 tons to
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Bon Chance! Arianespace Celebrates Launch of ViaSat-2 and EUTELSAT 172B

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Bon Chance! Arianespace Celebrates Launch of ViaSat-2 and EUTELSAT 172B

Bon chance! and indeed, all went well on a June 1 evening for the Ariane 5 whisking its payload to get ready to transfer the dual-satellite payload of
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Business leaders react to Trump's Paris accord decision

High profile business leaders are reacting to President Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord, including
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Booms-Assarian Engagement

Katie earned a bachelor of arts in English degree from Grand Valley State University in 2009, and a masters degree in creative writing from the
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Local high school making more technical classes available to students

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Local high school making more technical classes available to students

San Manuel Jr./Sr. High School is excited to offer additional courses for the 2017-2018 school year as a member of the Pima Joint Technical
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Hartwick College Adds Creative Writing Program for Fall 2017

Hartwick College today announced that the New York State Education Department has approved Creative Writing as the sixth new major the College
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The Writers' Tale: A Room of Their Own

This is Creative Nonfiction, an advanced workshop for adult writers who are working on a manuscript- length project. All four students are working on
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Metro Briefs June 2

Its inaugural five-week class, “Creative Writing: Composition, Poetry & Prayer,” starts on Monday, June 5 and will explore poetic genres and strengthen
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Open Access Publishing Discounts

Did you know that UCSF provides authors discounts on publishing open access articles and books with several publishers? Through the University of
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College Course Work Assistant

Need help with an essay or PowerPoint presentation? I have many years experience writing and editing college level work and have always received
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Switch from Catholic school to Neshaminy has allowed this junior to enjoy best of both worlds

When I switched schools a few months ago, I joined a creative writing class, which I absolutely love. This class has consumed all of my brain's creative
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West Virginia author leads writing workshop at Pearl S. Buck Birthplace

… County Convention and Visitors Bureau Calvin W. Price Appalachian Enrichment Series, presents the 2017 PSBBF Creative Writing Workshops.
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Music and words married well for Jane Austen

… 'Never Leave Home Without Her' and a creative writing workshop by New York Times bestselling Australian romance writer Stephanie Laurens.
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Allegheny Echoes 21st Annual Summer Workshops ~ June 18-24

Classes in vocals and creative writing are also part of the series. S. Stewart photo. Allegheny Echoes Summer Workshops present a study and
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Former San Manuel teacher awarded for inspiring others to shine

Mister Car Wash representatives present Desiree Romo her Inspiring Futures – Teacher Appreciation award at L.W. Cross Middle School on May 23,
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Writing's on the wall at Shandy Hall

“They were produced when creative writing was on the rise and when there was a great demand for prints, and we are displaying them as they would
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Gaming app wins $5000 Dymocks Innovation challenge

An app that 'gamifies' reading and encourages literacy development has won the University of Sydney's second Dymocks Innovation challenge.
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Aspiring Filmmaker and Future Novelist

… working as a full-time certified nursing assistant while raising two children before she made the decision to follow her passion – creative writing.
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A Dragon is Scrubbed … SpaceX's Resupply Mission on Hold 'til Saturday

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A Dragon is Scrubbed … SpaceX's Resupply Mission on Hold 'til Saturday

Even a Dragon can't overtake bad weather, and so it is with the planned launch today of SpaceX's mission of the eleventh Commercial Resupply
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The Story Studio | Self-Publishing, Independent Art, and the Future of Storytelling on acast

The Story Studio — a podcast where an independent publishing company explores the world of self-publishing, independent art, and the future of
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Google's Chrome Browser to Start Blocking Annoying Ads Next Year

Google has started to inform publishers that it will add an ad blocker to its Chrome browser next year that aims to only filter out the most annoying ads,
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