Day: May 12, 2018

'Writing subdued my pain, offered a sort of catharsis'

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'Writing subdued my pain, offered a sort of catharsis'

In an interview with Bhumika Popli, acclaimed writer Ajeet Cour, whose … writing, could you tell us what led you to embark on this creative pursuit?
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The Sunday Times Literary Awards shortlist announced

No Longer Whispering to Power – The Story of Thuli Madonsela, Thandeka Gqubule (Jonathan Ball Publishers). The biography of the former public
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Junot Diaz steps down as chairman of the Pulitzer board

A statement issued by the board said that Diaz, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author and creative writing professor, had himself wanted to step down from
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Hopkins County Happenings and Meetings — May 12, 2018

Youth in grades 5-12 can engage in free creative arts workshops, which include music, dance, visual arts and creative writing. For information call
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The world should pay attention to stories from Africa, says Bodour

Gbadega Adedapo, President of the Nigerian Publishers Association, said: “Publishing, literacy, and access to books are prerequisites for success in
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Learning without boundaries

But 58 years later, when the instructor in Poffenberger's non-fiction writing course invited students to share some of their goals for the future,
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NDNA elects officers and foundation directors

Paul Erdelt, publisher of The Steele Ozone and Kidder County Press, was elected president of the North Dakota Newspaper Association at the
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When Spies Hack Journalism

But those conventions may set reporters up for spy agencies to manipulate what and when they publish, with an added danger: An archive of genuine
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Kingdom Comics launches Kickstarter Campaign for its Comic Book Series!

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Kingdom Comics launches Kickstarter Campaign for its Comic Book Series!

Now Seeking Community Support via Kickstarter, This Faith-Based Comic Book publisher is Raising Funds for its First Print Runs! “We will be in
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Feature: Int'l book fair brings Palestinian history to young generation

Palestinian Minister of Culture Ehab Bseiso told Xinhua that several writers and publishers were prohibited by the Israeli government from attending
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May 12: On this day in world history …. briefly

Interesting historic snippets and facts taken from the book 'On This Day' first published in 1992 by Octopus Publishing Group Ltd, London. 3 mins ago.
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The Santiago Times' founding publisher Steve Anderson dies in Chile accident

SANTIAGO – Steve Anderson, the founding publisher of The Santiago Times, lost his life in a car accident in southern Chile. The 69-year-old was
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New publisher, editor at Star as Davis leaves for radio

Davis came to Consolidated in 2003, and has been The Star's editor since 2006. He took on the role of publisher in 2016. He's leaving to become
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A day in the life of The Florentine

All of my work experience placements were at publishing houses—at Random House in London, where they pay you for your time by telling you to
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Academic drama can't muster a passing grade

An associate professor in the creative writing program at the University of British Columbia, she is also a playwright and screenwriter. Black Star's
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After 50 Years in Centralia, Lafromboise Family Still Committed to Lewis County, Community …

In 1952, Clancy was named executive director of the Washington Newspaper Publishers Association and later went on to become publisher of the
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A message from Caitlin Hendel, CEO/Publisher of NCR

We are so very close to reaching our goal of $100,000 during this Spring Fund Drive. As many of you know, it's not easy to run a small business, and
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HEICO (HEI) EPS Estimated At $0.53; Best Buy CO (BBY) Sellers Decreased By 3.19% Their Shorts

With 3.70 million avg volume, 9 days are for Best Buy CO Inc (NYSE:BBY)'s short sellers to cover BBY's short positions. The SI to Best Buy CO Inc's
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Rome News-Tribune publisher to retire

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Rome News-Tribune publisher to retire

ROME, Ga. (AP) — Rome News-Tribune Publisher Otis Raybon Jr.'s introduction to the newspaper industry was a case of love at first sight. He says he
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Rise Of The Irish Whiskey

Scotch or Irish whisk(e)y, both are known to be one of the oldest spirits in the world, they have a history that goes back ages. Whisky has dominated
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Mothers have a huge role to play in helping kids read books

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Mothers have a huge role to play in helping kids read books

Older learners in Grades 9 to 11 can look forward to a creative writing workshop; a workshop on storytelling techniques; a discussion on graphic
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Book Plug Friday: Meet Pam Uphoff

Book Plug Friday: Meet Pam Uphoff … PJM: So, you're one of the new independent writer/publishers, making it out there, in the new world of selling
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That book in the corner

The collection is revised every 18 months to judge if more books should be added. Parag has collaborated with several publishers for books in Hindi,
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EDUCATION NEWS

Pearson received a bachelor's degree in print journalism and a minor in creative writing in 2016 from ATU. She is currently employed by The
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Why foundation studies are important

There are many general education and foundation courses required for all disciplines — it can be hard to understand why. As a writing student, I was
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Bass River Press Issues Call for Entries

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Bass River Press Issues Call for Entries

Ms. Mathis is the Frederick Sessions Beebe Professor of English at Dartmouth College, where she directs the creative writing program. In fall 2018
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Letter: In publishing Nazi propaganda, Tribune allies itself with history's worst villains

If I was asked to guess which major newspaper outside of the Middle East published an op-ed raving and ranting about the evils of “the Jews,” I'd have
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Instructor Schifferns awarded for service above, beyond CCC job

… concluding her 23rd year teaching at CCC, where she teaches English composition; American literature; and creative, technical and applied writing.
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Group Writing: Advice from CS Lewis

I'm that strange breed of engineer that likes words and likes writing. … Of course, practical considerations (e.g. life) have relegated this craft to my “I'll
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Little Apple 'Book of the Week': The Yorkshire Quiz Book

The Yorkshire Quiz Book by Andrew Gallon (Jake Island Publishers, £8) … So we had had a lot of fun this week testing out our book of the week.
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MLitt Publishing Studies

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MLitt Publishing Studies

The Stirling Centre for International Publishing and Communication at the University of Stirling is a world-leading centre for postgraduate publishing
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Italian director Ermanno Olmi, '78 Palme d'Or winner, dies

History suggests the winner is unlikely to become a household name. ….. In his publishing history “The Time of Their Lives,” Al Silverman described
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China to Publish Monthly Independent Analysis of Cryptocurrencies

China: At a conference in Beijing yesterday 11th May, China announced it will begin publishing a monthly independent analysis of digital currencies
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Why native advertising and branded content works

There is a way for publishers … seeing that, back to those CPMs. CPMs were becoming depressed because of advertising technology making it easier
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WhatsUpNewp wins investigative reporting grant

LION, a national nonprofit organization supporting publishers of local independent online news organizations, offered the grant in recognition of the
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Feather in the Straw

“I decided it was the perfect time to write and publish this novel now that my kids have gotten older,” Iser said. “I wanted them (as well as other
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Amazon regrets publishing incorrect India Map

New Delhi, May 12 (UNI) e-Commerce and cloud computing company Amazon on Saturday said it was taking the matter of publishing an incorrect
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BookExpo 2018: Children's Galleys to Grab

The publisher will be giving away a limited number of autographed copies of What Do You Do with a Chance? by Kobi Yamada, illus. by Mae Besom,
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Jawbreakers Comic Will Not Be Published By Antarctic Press In September [Updated]

[Update:] It's been brought to our attention that Antarctic Press reneged on their deal to publish Jawbreakers in September. Diversity & Comics shared
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Groff Goes to Gatorland

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Groff Goes to Gatorland

She started writing about the state in order to try to understand it. … “The boys don't get to take away from my writing, and, of course, my writing doesn't
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UMW students Receive Awards of Excellence

… Major in English; Abigail Shea Nibblett, Outstanding Major in English: Creative Writing; Christine Amoun Ayad, Outstanding Major in Communication
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West Texas Symposium in the Borderland

The professional workshop focused on different material. From G.E.D. math to creative writing, they are skills that attendees can take back to their day
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Why Are Survivorship Care Plans Not Being Received?

The transition into survivorship is no easy feat. Emotions are mixed, long-term and late side effects may kick in and follow-up care appointments start.
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