Day: March 25, 2018

Xbox One Version Of Hellblade Announced

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Xbox One Version Of Hellblade Announced

Will you play Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice if it comes to Xbox One? A little while back, Ninja Theory, the development team behind DmC: Devil May Cry and Enslaved: Odyssey To the West, decided to make a bold move, self-publishing its next project, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice for PlayStation 4.
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845 Life: Goshen illustrator created a faux historical adventure

He's donated several copies of his self-published work to the library. “I started on this project a little more than 20 years ago,” he says. “My background is in illustration, so I'm telling the story through words and illustrations.” “I'm in my second childhood, and I've been in my second childhood for a while
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Farm toy show supports farming education

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Farm toy show supports farming education

Visitors wander among the display tables Saturday at the Greenwich FFA's 29th annual Farm Toy Show and auction, held at Greenwich High School. The event is … The FFA takes a 10 percent commission on auction sales, or sellers can choose to donate the full amount. … “About 200 is best,” Kelly said.
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For decades, 'Keynoter' documented the Keys

Three years previous, in 1974, James Knight merged his Knight Newspapers with Ridder Newspapers to become Knight Ridder. The Keynoter remained a weekly publication until December 1984, when the paper began publishing Wednesdays and Saturdays. The motto then became: “Everyone needs
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Penguin Random House acquires 'Star-Crossed'

'Not only does Star-Crossed promise great excitement for all involved in its publication and sale, but it will lift the spirits of everyone who has the good fortune to read it,' said Naher. Cousins said the book 'cast a spell on me'. 'It's fresh, funny and gloriously romantic … This is a must-read for anyone who
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Cultural Limitations Must Not Be A Barrier To Creativity

Mr. Yankah was speaking on the theme “Of freedom and Creativity” at the maiden edition of theFreedom Forumlast Friday, March 16, 2018. The forum wasorganized by the Ama Ata Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing at the African University College of Communications, Adabraka – Accra. He said “though
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'Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice' (ALL) Comes to Xbox One Next Month

A little while back, Ninja Theory, the development team behind DmC: Devil May Cry and Enslaved: Odyssey To the West, chose to make a bold move, self-publishing its next project, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice for PlayStation 4. Previously releasing in 2017 for PlayStation 4 and PC, Hellblade: Senua's
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Zadie Smith, Nick Laird talk life and poetry in LRU writers series

Smith said she recognizes the superfluousness of the writer in the process of writing. “The first thing you have to understand is you're not necessary,” she said. “Then I talk about time because at the moment, almost all writing is timely writing or journalistic writing, which of course is absolutely necessary,
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In brief: DSU's 'The Southern Quill' hosting benefit, silent auction

“This event will bring together the Dixie State University campus and our community for a culturally enriching experience with two writers whose work is both nationally and internationally known,” said Dr. Cindy King, DSU assistant professor of creative writing and “The Southern Quill” faculty adviser.
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Panel discusses vital role of EPA

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Panel discusses vital role of EPA

Rashid Al Kous, Executive Director of EPA, said, “Our participation in the Riyadh Book Fair aligns with our support of Emirati publishers on a global stage and it is through their ongoing efforts to promote publishing that the UAE has been selected as the Guest of Honour. We are proud of both our
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Al Dhafra Book Fair spreads love for reading

Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the book fair witnessed the participation of more than 21 local publishers and distributors, providing visitors access to a variety of books and the latest publications in all fields of interest, where they were also able to
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Join the Straits Times Book Club

The re-branded book club, which takes over the newspaper's nonfiction book club The Big Read Meet, will open with ST senior writer Wong Kim Hoh's … non-fiction books which aren't about self-improvement,” says Ms Chong, who is pursuing a master's in creative writing at Lasalle College of the Arts.
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Careful, You Might Not Know The Brakes On Your Ferrari 488 Are Worn Out

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Careful, You Might Not Know The Brakes On Your Ferrari 488 Are Worn Out

The 488 is typically one of the company's best sellers. But while it doesn't break down its sales figures, the 40 units being recalled would barely account for a third of the volume it usually moves here each month. Ferrari introduced the 488 GTB in 2015 as the upgraded, turbocharged replacement for the
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In Defense Of: “Terminator Genisys” (2015)

Sure, for publishers, sequels are an easy sell. Compared to a brand-new intellectual property, sequels tap into a fanbase that have already been carved out by its previous film/book/video game. For publishers, the hard part has been done. The hearts and minds of fans have been won over, as – for the
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Make accountability focal point for 2019 elections, Publisher advises

A U.S.-based publisher, Mr Deba Uwadiae, has said that Nigerians should make accountability their focal point in electing political leaders for the country in 2019 general elections. Uwadiae made the assertion during his working visit to the Lagos Office of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
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This Was Brainerd – March 25

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This Was Brainerd – March 25

In-Fisherman, Inc. has signed a letter of intent to sell its publishing and electronic media holdings to Primedia, a publishing company based out of New York City. Company officials could not comment further as the sale isn't complete. The firm was started in 1970 by brothers Al and Ron Lindner. 30 years
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UFO Exposure Summit – Space Hornets Ground Crew Member Class 2018

*Sign Disclosure Agreement per each ground crew member restricted entrance in class. *Bring issued folder & writing materials, your own snacks /long sleeve/drinks needed. *Crew Member Uniform Inspection/“UFO Exposure Class” Badge/Name Tag for restricted entrance in class. Come in mandatory
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Prisoner to motivational speaker: an inspiring journey

So I started with things that made me feel empowered, such as yoga, creative writing, music, poetry and art intervention,” she said. Ivy's lessons not only helped 62 women get their high-school diplomas but also saw a renewal of spirit in them. It was also an opportunity for the Boston University alumna to
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Community Briefs: Purchase Phillies tickets for April 21 game, benefit veterans group

Topics to be reviewed are: Literary agents, how to get them, what questions to ask, what they look for in a writer, Writers Market, traditional publishing and self-publishing. The presentation reviews a step-by-step guide for self-publishing that includes the red flags, “Do It Yourself Publishing,” and the nine
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Gender equality in 2018: A long way to go

Madeline Lynch. Newspaper Opinion Editor. Pursuing a degree in English with a focus in creative writing and Women's and Gender studies from the University of Texas at Austin. Passionate about writing and constantly fighting for justice. Follow Madeline Lynch. Close
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5 Huge Feuds WWE Must Do After WrestleMania 34

2 merchandise seller with Reigns in that No. 3 spot, and according to Fightful's Google Shopping rankings, they're both certainly among WWE's top sellers right now. That's a telltale sign of their popularity and especially that of Rollins, who up until recently wasn't really getting the massive push like he
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It's wrong to spread falsehoods about new textbook policy

Deliberate efforts are made to ensure these standards are met in all the books approved for schools. … Some people are keen to discredit the government's effort to attain a 1:1 pupil-to-textbook ratio through funding and procuring directly from publishers — unlike before, when money was sent to schools
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Aidoo Centre Holds Maiden Freedom Forum

The Ama Ata Aidoo Centre for Creative Writing (AAACCW) at the African University College of Communications (AUCC) last Friday, March 16, 2018 held its maiden edition of the Speakers Forum Series at the AUCC auditorium, Adabraka, Accra. The maiden edition of the series also coincided with the
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Best-Selling Books: 03/25/2018

1. “Russian Roulette: The Inside Story of Putin's War on America and the Election of Donald Trump” by Michael Isikoff, Twelve, $30. 2. “Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism and Progress” by Steven Pinker, Viking, $35. 3. “I've Been Thinking” by Maria Shriver, Pamela Dorman
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Bitmap Books Preparing a Sega Master System Compendium, Kickstarter Coming In May

If you're a classic gamer, chances are you might have heard about a company called Bitmap Books. As of late, the publisher has been responsible for a number of outstanding compendiums that look back upon the history of consoles, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, the Super NES, and
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Inside NYC's Feminist Zine Fest: a trans-inclusive, queer-friendly space

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Inside NYC's Feminist Zine Fest: a trans-inclusive, queer-friendly space

Zines, an abbreviation of magazines, is a counterculture publishing form that has been used since the 1930s. Mainly self-published works, many zines tend to be political in nature. They were very popular during the Riot Grrrl movement of the 1990s. The Zine Fest began six years ago in a different,
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Can Frank Miller Transition From Controversial Creator to YA Storyteller?

The rise of YA novels and graphic novels has been nothing short of a cultural phenomenon, and it's unsurprising that DC and other book publishers are attempting to cash in on the trend. After all, cartoonist Raina Telgemeier is one of the best selling authors in the world with her gorgeous OGNs like
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Best Easter events for the kids in Belfast and beyond 2018

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Best Easter events for the kids in Belfast and beyond 2018

The Easter holidays are almost upon us and if you're already panicking as to how you're going to keep the little ones amused when they're off school then look no further. We've picked out just some of the many great family-friendly events taking place over Easter right across Northern Ireland and we're
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Ads.txt – The Death Knell to Arbitrage in 2018

This standard will give publishers more transparency into who buys their inventory and advertisers more confidence that the impressions they bid on coming from a legitimate source. It will limit the practice of domain spoofing, as well as reduce inventory arbitrage. In fact, we encourage all our publishers
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Education students learn basics in creative writing

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Education students learn basics in creative writing

As workshop facilitator, Professor Gianne Rensen V. Antonio reminded the participants to pursue their passion in teaching and at the same time hone their creative writing skills. “Since you have a moral obligation to help transform this nation of viewers into a society of intelligent readers, start with
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Wordsmith Emily Hessney Lynch attracts the masses, she's a Woman to Watch

In that capacity, she distinguished herself by tutoring 200 students in writing, over the course of 4 semesters. In recognition of this impressive achievement, the university created the Hessney Award of which she was its first recipient and is its namesake. Clearly, she has a way with words. Actually, she
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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Confirmed For Xbox One, Will Have Xbox One X Enhancements

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Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice Confirmed For Xbox One, Will Have Xbox One X Enhancements

A little while back, Ninja Theory, the development team behind DmC: Devil May Cry and Enslaved: Odyssey To the West, decided to make a bold move, self-publishing its next project, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice for PlayStation 4. The team was well aware of the risks at hand, but went ahead with it
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Publisher wants newspapers to merge for profitability

Lagos – Mr Deba Uwadiae, Publisher, New Americans Magazine based in Columbus, Ohio, U.S., has advised media houses in the country to merge for them to meet the high cost of production and earn profit. Uwadiae, who gave the advice when he visited the Lagos office of the News Agency of Nigeria
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Google not faking news initiative

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Google not faking news initiative

On Tuesday, the search giant announced that it would spend $300m over the next three years on initiatives to help news publishers struggling to make ends meet online. It's called the Google News Initiative. The name may sound familiar; that's because Google already has its Digital News Initiative
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Case causes tension

When they heard that publishing companies had been contacted on Stanley's behalf they were appalled because “the entire court process gave Gerald Stanley the full platform,” she said. “He is alive here to be able to tell his story and he did. That was what the court process was about,” she said.
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Dieselfunk Dispatch: Indie Wonders at WonderCon 2018 with Jason Reeves of 133art

… builds his fully articulated Paragon toy and LEGO variant from standard parts was Mind Blowing. EVERYONE should do THIS. Finally, there's the division Reeves has called 133art Printing — meaning he's taking the ability to print for himself, and extending that service towards other indie publishers.
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Boushie's family says Stanley 'exploiting' man's death with publishing pitch

Tootoosis said she was disgusted to learn that the law firm representing Stanley has been reaching out to different publishing companies. “It feels like he is further exploiting the death by trying to make a profit of it,” Tootoosis said in an interview. Boushie died after being shot in the back of the head as he
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Publisher calls for merger in media industry

Mr Deba Uwadiae, Publisher, New Americans Magazine based in Columbus, Ohio, U.S., has advised media houses in the country to merge for them to meet the high cost of production and earn profit. Uwadiae, who gave the advice when he visited the Lagos office of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN),
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Student-organized TEDxFSU highlights unity in diversity

This year's TED began with a poetry performance by Chris Ortiz, a senior Creative Writing student at Florida State University. His performance focused on the three reasons people do not write: they don't like big words, they don't like writing vulnerably, and they don't have a story to tell. Ortiz shared
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