Just in time for National Shelter Dog Month, “Darby’s Story: The Life of an Adopted Dog”, the colorful new children’s book by Martha Steward, shares the story of Darby, an adorable dog that only wants to find a loving home to take him in.
Based on the true story of an adopted dog who finally found his home, “Darby’s Story” is a heartwarming family tale for readers and listeners alike. For Christmas one year, a single mother and her 5-year-old son decide to visit a local pet store chain to see whether any rescued dogs would be the right choice for them to adopt. Upon arrival, they saw many dogs in need of a good home and lots of love, but they were looking for that one special dog that would be perfect for them. Upon seeing Darby, they knew he was the right one. Steward writes:
The other dogs were nice and friendly, but there was a special
connection between Darby, Drew, and myself. I was seeking a specific
temperament — a combination of a certain kind of personality and
behavior. For our household, a relaxed temperament was ideal. The
looks of the dog or the special breed did not matter. After many
licks, Darby just brushed up against me, as if he were giving me a
hug. Drew, almost the same height as Darby, gave Darby a hug. In
return, Darby gave a very wet lick up the side of Drew’s face. Those
watching laughed at the surprise on Drew’s face and at the warm
connection we seemed to share with the dog. We knew he was the dog to
bring home.
Once settled into his new home as a part of the family, Darby’s family discovers his many likes and dislikes, including his love of Swiss cheese and frozen grapes and his dislike of leaving his family unprotected. Join Darby on his many adventures in “Darby’s Story: The Life of an Adopted Dog,” a wonderful story about the joys that an adopted dog can bring to any family.
Martha Steward lives in Northern California with her adopted cats Bear, Mim, Goober, and Widdle One and her horse Picabo. She enjoys writing her children’s book series, which follows her adopted pets. She has a passion and love for unwanted animals, and throughout her stories she encourages her readers to be aware these animals need love and a home.
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Tor Books is proud to announce the release of The Gathering Storm by Robert Jordan & Brandon Sanderson, Book Twelve of The Wheel of Time and the first of three novels to conclude the beloved and international bestselling fantasy series.
The Wheel of Time series has sold over 14 million copies in North America and over 30 million copies worldwide with translations into 28 languages. The last four books in the series were #1 New York Times bestsellers, and readers have been eagerly awaiting the conclusion to the epic story that first began in 1990.
The release of The Gathering Storm is especially memorable, as it honors the legacy of the late great Robert Jordan. The conclusion to the series was partially written by Jordan before his untimely passing in 2007. Brandon Sanderson, the bestselling author of the Mistborn trilogy, was then chosen by Jordan\’s editor — his wife, Harriet McDougal — to complete the series based on the notes and materials left behind.
Brandon Sanderson begins a 25-city national author tour with special appearance by Harriet McDougal at select events. Events kicked off with a lively midnight release party in Provo, UT with several hundred people in attendance and continue later today with a special launch event in Charleston, SC, the home of Robert Jordan. This year also marks the inaugural Storm Leader program, for which the largest Wheel of Time site hand-selected a dedicated team of fans to head up community outreach in each tour city.
The Wheel of Time comic books debuted this year from the Dabel Brothers, and the comics will later be collected and published as graphic novels by Tor books. A New Spring graphic novel with bonus material is scheduled to release next year.
Universal Pictures acquired the movie rights to the Wheel of Time in August 2008 and plan to adapt The Eye of the World as the first movie. A video game is in progress and a documentary on Robert Jordan is in post-production.
The final two books in the Wheel of Time series will be titled Towers of Midnight and A Memory of Light. The Gathering Storm marks the beginning of the dramatic conclusion to an amazing series, one whose journey began almost twenty years ago.
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On the 80th Anniversary of the Stock Market Crash of 1929 (October 24-29th), regardless of the gyrations in the current stock market, there will be hope for anyone who loved the movie TITANIC and enjoyed reading THE GREAT GATSBY. Beginning in the last decadent days of the roaring twenties, 1929 AN UPPER CLASS AFFAIR is a riveting love story that poignantly recreates the Stock Market Crash and ends as America emerges from the Great Depression.
“Whether you are looking for a book to read on the subway, train, bus, or airplane, in the bathroom, or even under the covers with a flashlight, once you get into the story, you will find it hard to put down,” states Alice Jacobs, Founder and CEO of IntelligentMDx.
Given the economic turmoil of the past year and comparisons to the 1929 Crash and ensuing depression, after doing significant research that involved conducting oral histories as well as going through traditional documented accounts and published works, Margaret Chai Maloney wrote 1929 AN UPPER CLASS AFFAIR primarily for a female audience in the hope of generating interest in the period while providing light entertainment and strong role models.
According to Terrence Yang, who has had 15 years experience as a Wall Street bulge bracket investment bank officer, “If you work in the financial services sector, 1929 AN UPPER CLASS is the perfect gift for your girlfriend, wife, mother or any family member who you’d like to understand more of what happened. It’s a light, fun read but also explains what happened financially.” He adds, “Even for finance people, there are some little known fascinating facts.”
Chai Maloney, who studied history at Mount Holyoke College and Oxford University, meticulously remains true to the period in terms of the lifestyles, attitudes, events, places, music, books, movies, stores, clothes and of course people. The fictional main characters interact effortlessly with the famous real people of the period. The heroine watches the Stock Market Crash from the New York Stock Exchange with Winston Churchill, who did in fact witness the first day of the carnage. Readers also get a chance to mingle with the famous at Texas Guinan’s New York City speakeasy and meet the infamous cross-dressing prohibition agents Izzy Einstein and Mo Smith, watch Helena Rubinstein, the beauty industry doyenne, lose millions on board Cunard Liner’s Berengaria, which had the first online brokerage and was steered by Captain Ronston, who had rescued surviving TITANIC passengers and see Joseph Kennedy slighted by Jack Morgan and then wisely pull out of the market before the crash.
“This is a must read, especially if you’re a fan of F. Scott Fitzgerald and Jane Austen. You’ll be completely enraptured by Josie and her feisty and engaging personality as you follow her through her various adventures and love triangles that are a behind-the-scenes look into a New York socialite’s life during the roaring 20s and Crash of 1929. You’ll get an insider’s view into the differences between the greed and naivety that fueled that period which also happens to be rather pertinent to today’s environment. In addition to the character complexities, I particularly enjoyed the New York architectural references and the level of detail behind the Crash itself and those who saw it coming (e.g., JP Morgan, Joe Kennedy),” states Suzanne Messere, Director of Investor Relations, at Organogenesis and former investment banker.
Chai Maloney has also developed a website with resources for those interested in learning more about the period as well as the opportunity to document one’s own family histories from the Stock Market Crash of 1929 and Great Depression. The author is most interested in encouraging everyone to record their family stories before they are forgotten or lost.
For more information visit: www.1929anupperclassaffair.com or pre-order “1929 AN UPPER CLASS AFFAIR” at amazon.com or via Kindle.
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The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC) announces the launch of PARK AVENUE POTLUCK CELEBRATIONS (ISBN: 978-0-8478-3344-3; $35.00; OCTOBER 2009), the highly anticipated sequel to its best selling cookbook, PARK AVENUE POTLUCK. Created and authored by members of The Society, the cookbook is released nationwide by Rizzoli on October 20, 2009 and offers advice on how to celebrate in style with a compilation of 80 sensational recipes, entertaining ideas, party-planning tips, and personal anecdotes, with 150 color photographs shot in the homes of Society members. Award-winning food writer and contributing New York Times columnist, Florence Fabricant edits as well as contributes to the book.
“We are so grateful for the success of our cookbooks,” said Heather Leeds, President of The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering. “They provide invaluable funding for The Society’s programs for patients and their families who come to the Center from all over the world. CELEBRATIONS is another labor of love by members of The Society and sends a message of hope to our readers everywhere.”
Organized by season, CELEBRATIONS serves-up a year’s worth of 14 special occasions including Valentine’s Day dinner, Easter and Mother’s Day brunch, July 4th potluck, Kentucky Derby parties, summer beach parties, family holiday dinners, tree-lighting cocktails, and much more! Released just in time for the Holiday season, the book will be this year’s ultimate guide to elegant and affordable entertaining.
More than a cookbook, The Society’s illustrious hostesses include an indispensable Source Guide featuring over 100 national listings and go-to resources for readers to easily recreate each recipe and celebration in their own homes.
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of CELEBRATIONS will provide funding for The Society’s patient care, research and education programs at MSKCC. Founded in 1946 by a group of pioneering women, The Society works to bring comfort and care to improve the quality of life of patients treated at the Center. For more information, visit www.parkavenuepotluck.com
SOURCE The Society of Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center