There is little doubt in the minds of most publishing professionals that the industry, as a whole, has undergone some significant changes in recent years. The world of self-publishing was once thought of as an avenue for would-be authors who had nowhere else to go, and indeed, up until recently, the majority of the powers-that-be within traditional channels largely agreed with this theory. However, times are changing and many pros concur that self-publishing is no longer the taboo that it was once considered. In turn, many author services companies, such as Grammar Chic, ...

Vision Media Marketing Inc. (VMMI, http://vmmi.net), a full-service New Jersey public relations and media consulting firm, is giving back this holiday season and encouraging others to do so as well. In a message from Paul Swibinski, Principal and President of Vision Media Marketing, "in lieu of hosting our annual Christmas Party this year, we are making donations to the American Red Cross and the Robin Hood Foundation to help the many victims of Hurricane Sandy that are still suffering. Some of our staff members are also volunteering their own time to assist recovery ...

The New York Times has announced that legendary Music Director James Levine will be returning to the Metropolitan Opera after two years away from the podium. Lesley Koenig, who has worked extensively with Levine, is happy to welcome her colleague back to the industry. The article explains that Levine's return will take place on May 19, 2013, when he leads the Met Orchestra at Carnegie Hall. The following season, he is anticipated to lead three different productions at the opera house. Levine, who is now 69 years of age, has "been plagued by health problems since ...

The use of unsustainable fuels permeates virtually every aspect of daily life in countries around the world, as oil, charcoal, and other substances are used to drive vehicles, power homes, and cook food. According to The New York Times, innovative individuals from across the globe are developing creative clean energy solutions. In particular, the article spotlights a company called CleanStar Mozambique that is offering bio fuel cooking solutions. By providing ethanol-based cooking equipment and the bio fuel to run it, as well as enhancing community farming projects, CleanStar ...

It may have taken three trials, but North Carolina defense lawyer Jesse Scharff never gave up on his client's rights. In North Carolina v. P.C., case number 11CRS52099, seasoned DWI defense attorney Jesse Scharff of Roberts Law Group, PLLC, earned a not guilty verdict at trial, saving his client from a mandatory minimum sentence of one week in prison. The first trial took place in 2011. A judge found the client guilty after a bench trial. Jesse Scharff appealed the verdict to the Superior Court within a week. A jury trial was then conducted in October of 2011. Despite ...

Restaurants are always stocked with the most advanced kitchen supply products. As volumes of diners ramp up during the holidays this year (who wants to go Christmas shopping for four hours, then cook a full meal?), make sure your business is well prepared. People love to go out to eat because it allows you to concentrate on your company, not your oven timer. The holidays bring this to a whole new level because everyone has family in town, and it can be stressful to cook for 20 different people out of one single kitchen. Room is limited, and everyone has a different diet ...

The holiday season seems shorter and shorter every year, and with the new year rapidly approaching, many seasonal employees are having to face the end of their seasonal employment. Atlanta staffing agency TRC Staffing Services, Inc., wishes to encourage seasonal employees to begin their job search now, before the season ends. Although some seasonal workers do end up staying on after the holidays have ended, most have their employment end as the year draws to an end. TRC Staffing Services, Inc., recommends that seasonal employees seek other employment opportunities before ...

Bulks Landscape Supply would like to let customers in and around Atlanta know about the Atlanta landscaping supplies that they provide throughout the metro area. With a wide variety of landscape supplies in every shape, size, and color, they have got what you need to complete any project. Just a few of their products include fireplace stone, stacked stone, pea gravel, and mulch of every kind. And their knowledgeable staff can guide you through every step of your selection process. If you need a delivery anywhere in metro Atlanta, they can usually get it to you the ...

Once the festivities are finished, the presents are opened and the holidays are over, that beautiful Christmas tree can become a bit of a puzzle when trying to consider the easiest, most economical and overall best way to dispose of it. Consider Construction Dumpsters in Atlanta More and more people in the Atlanta metropolitan area are bringing in the professionals to remove and dispose of their Christmas trees each year, and for good reason: - The waste removal company provides the best roll off dumpsters Atlanta has to offer and brings them to your home or office. ...

Hampton Inn Atlanta-Southlake Morrow GA Hotel offers close lodging to guests attending Tim Vogle's Southeastern Exotic Bird Fair. This 24th annual event will take place January 19-20, 2013 at the State Farmer's Market in Forest Park, GA. The Exotic Bird Fair lets attendees buy directly from the breeders. In addition, they carry all the products you need for a happy bird, such as food, cages, supplements, special feeds, toys, and more. "We look forward to welcoming vendors and guests attending the 24th Annual Exotic Bird Fair," shares Bob Tipton, General Manager ...

Hampton Inn Spartanburg Hotel (North I-85) offers convenient lodging to guests attending Brahms with a Twist!, featuring Michael Ludwig on violin. Preformed by the Spartanburg Philharmonic Orchestra as part of the Masterworks III series, this concert will take place on January 19, 2013 at Converse College's Twichell Auditorium. Ludwig has performed as a soloist with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Boston Pops, the Beijing Symphony, the Shanghai Philharmonic, and the KBS Symphony in Seoul, South Korea. In addition to the January 19 concert, ...

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located at Atlanta Perimeter Center, offers nearby lodging to Shen Yun 2013. The theatrical experience with live orchestra will take place at Fox Theater, in midtown Atlanta, GA, on January 8-9, 2013. The show brings the audience on a journey through 5,000 years of Chinese music and dance. Tickets can be purchased at foxtheatre.org. Shen Yun has become a worldwide phenomenon. The spectacular performance showcases the world's best classical Chinese dancers, gorgeous handcrafted costumes, and massive animated backdrops. A Shen ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel (North) offers convenient lodging to guests attending the Progressive Atlanta Boat Show. The event will take place in downtown Atlanta at the Georgia World Conference Center from January 10-13, 2013. The show is celebrating its 51th year as the best place to see and purchase boats, gear and accessories. Show highlights include: - Meet the WakeBrothers, from the MTV reality show WakeBrothers - Fred's Shed Interactive Learning Center, offering DIY Seminars and Workshops - Meet Eric Young, star fisherman from Animial Planet's ...

The FDA lacks any criteria for determining what safety actions to take and when to take them once a drug is on the market. "Those are not my words," says Terence Mix, author of the new book, "AMERICAN GUINEA PIG: Everything That's Wrong with the FDA and How to Avoid Becoming One of Its Victims." "In fact, it's a conclusion that was reached by the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) in March 2006 following a 16-month investigation requested by Congress," he adds. Among its many findings, the GAO report also points to lack of ...

Bramblewood Montessori Preschool & Day Center Ltd is a professional daycare located in Bramble Lane Coquitlam, BC. Recently, the center has announced to start at the new location in January 2013 and the location will be 2253 Wilson Avenue Port Coquitlam, BC. Parents think of daycare centers to support overall development of kids in a comfortable environment. This is why they always consider taking their kids to the daycare center which is nearer to their place. This helps them in saving ample amount of time and money in taking and bringing back their kids to home. ...

Originally, it was a small store, which was essentially focused on making designer baby wear for kids in the family. In due course, the owner Caroline Mckain decided to progress further with a new line of business. The business actually gained momentum right from 2001, when a lot of local customers started acquiring children's designer clothes from the store. It's from that time, Kidscloset store started as a full-fledged business aiming for commercial success. At present, store is exporting comprehensive range of kid's designer wear worldwide and especially in the United ...

On Saturday, December 22nd and Sunday, December 23rd Fashion Delivers joined forces with Movement Church of Staten Island, Third Day Mission, and Tunnel to Towers Foundation to provide Staten Island victims of Hurricane Sandy with a pop-up shop of new apparel and home goods, giving them a chance to select free items just before Christmas. An extensive network of elected officials, community supporters, companies and 150 volunteers also pitched in to help 3,000 people in need have a better holiday with nearly $6 million worth of donated new merchandise. See FashionDelivers.org ...

Recently, the Ford Motor Company launched a program to help out neighborhoods in the Detroit area. Ford is contributing $10 million dollars to this cause in an effort to build stronger communities, support education and summer job programs, fund youth recreation and summer camps, and build a community center. This program is being called Operation Brighter Future - Detroit. The new Ford Resource and Engagement Center in Detroit in considered the main focus of this operation. A previously unused building in southwest Detroit is being renovated and will offer job training ...

DFitPT.com, the online, customizable fitness solution created by personal trainers with a passion for health through exercise, has partnered with AffiliateManager.com, a premier affiliate management agency, to launch the DFitPT.com affiliate management program. Kenny Scott and Ryan Jankowitz are the brains behind the braun at DFitPT.com. Dynamic Fitness Personal Training is how Kenny and Ryan describe their shared goal and pursuit of health through exercise. These physical fitness professionals are dedicated to "mobility, affordability and ongoing support", ...

Cable manufacturer, Northwire, Inc. (NWI), today announced an exclusive manufacturing partnership with Lumiflex, Inc., Burlingame, California. Purpose designed and built for today's modern search and rescue professionals, Lumiflex's patented electroluminescent technology showcases NWI's field-proven, custom harsh duty cord solution capabilities. Northwire-NWI Lab360 is the premier partner for the design, manufacture and contract engineering services of custom technical products for diverse markets. NWI Lab360 leverages professional certifications in Six Sigma, Lean, Project ...

The Government Contracting Institute's first session, "Federal Contracting Gap Analysis" is geared to existing and new businesses who want to sell products or services to federal government agencies. The course is scheduled for January 15, 2013 and starts the entire Government Contracting Institute. Three expert instructors will provide the content for the session. This course offers a concise gap analysis of the business relating to federal contracting requirements. Participants will compare their business related to the required registrations, the basics ...

It is this idea of leadership held by firms such as G2 Marketing, that help propel growth in our markets. "Ultimately being a leader is not just what we want out of our company, but what we strive to instill in our people," - states Grant Gulledge Owner and Director of Marketing at G2 Marketing. "Opportunity is merely empty chance if not filled by those willing to lead." For recent college graduates, hopes are dashed and dreams deferred as they struggle to kick off a career a midst the storm we call the economy. Understanding that the addition of ...

Ace Air is proudly collaborating with Southwest Human Development of Arizona in efforts to collect new and gently used children's book donations for their literacy and early development program. In exchange for book donations, Ace Air will be providing their customers with a ten dollar discount on all heating tune-ups scheduled through the month of January. Southwest Human Development is an organization here in the valley that provides services for health and early development for children with disabilities. They specialize in children ages birth to five, assisting ...

The Continental Group Realty's (TCGR) hospitality division is pleased to announce the "Escape to Estero Island, buy THREE nights and get the FOURTH night FREE" super winter savings offer at the Seaside All - Suite Resort or the Casa Playa Beach Resort. Perfect for couples and families looking to escape the harsh winter cold, this offer invites vacationers on an adventure-filled getaway to Fort Myers' Estero Island Beachside Resorts. Guests are invited to explore one of Southwest Florida's favorite destination spots, overlooking the pristine waters of the Gulf ...

RONCO is pleased to unveil its brand new website at http://www.ronco.ca. The revamped database-driven site was developed to provide customers with increased functionality that includes: better search functionality; real-time customer service through LiveChat; enhanced search engine optimization; multi-lingual capabilities; more detailed product information and a self-service Media Centre. RONCO President, Ron Pecchioli reflected, "A website is a live entity, always evolving with the business it serves. RONCO is excited about our online prospects and will continue ...