Check out this link
http://newsweek.washingtonpost.com/onfaith/guestvoices/2009/05/6_scriptures_to_support_people_going_through_a_divorce.html to the article that ran 5/22/09.
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May 27, 2009
May 20, 2009
Elevator Group scores big in 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards
I am so pleased to report that two books published by my publishing company, The Elevator Group, scored big in the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards, which are open to small presses, mid-size independent publishers, university presses, e-book publishers, and self-published authors.
My novel Land Mines was named a finalist in two categories: 1) Multicultural Fiction, and 2) Best Cover Design Fiction. Patricia Thomas' book, A Christian Woman's Journal to Weight Loss, published by our Faith imprint, was named a finalist in three categories: 1) Spiritual, 2) Inspirational, and 3) Motivational.
As an author and independent publisher, this is wonderful affirmation. In both instances, you put your work out there and wait and hope. Work that you believe in and hope that others do, too. Work that you put out there with a purpose and a reason that you hope that others understand.
As I head off to Book Expo America, the book industry's major trade show, in New York City next week where The Elevator Group will introduce five new authors and eight new books scheduled for publication from now through March 2010, I feel like I am going with the wind at my back, pushing us on to bigger and better things. Three of our authors, including myself, will be featured at autographing sessions.
I first self-published my novel Chasing the 400 after being turned down by over 20 New York agents and publishers. It found its audience of happy readers and went on to be named the first selection of the African American Museum of Philadelphia Book Club out of all of the books that they could have choosen. My novel Land Mines is different in format from most novels as it is written in journal style with very little dialogue. I even call it a new genre--therapeutic fiction. I wasn't looking for a major publisher for Land Mines, but I know that they are very wary of taking on books that are different. But, I had a reason and a purpose for writing Land Mines and a target audience that I knew would understand and appreciate the book.
Now, with publishing other authors, I know that there are alot of talented people out there with wonderful stories to tell who just need a chance to tell them and get their stories out into the public. I am happy to provide that vehicle, and I hope that I can continue to do so for many years to come.
You can read more information about all of our authors at www.TheElevatorGroup.com.
Peace--SV
May 11, 2009
May 05, 2009
Booksigning Sat. 5/9 Borders, Largo, MD, 2-4pm
Just a reminder that I'll be doing a booksigning/reading of my novel, Land Mines, at Borders,931A Capital Center Blvd., Largo, MD on Saturday, May 9 from 2-4pm.
Give this gift of reading to a Mom on Mother's day--especially if she's ever been separated, divorced, or raising children by herself and holding it down! She will relate.
Hope to see you Saturday. Come on out and bring a friend.
Peace--SV
Sheilah leading Journaling workshop/reading at Artmosphere Cafe, Mt. Ranier, MD, 3/2009
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Democratic National Committee Photos
- Enjoy a whole group of photos from the Democratic National Convention.
When Obama visted my little town
- Barack Obama visited my little town of Paoli, Pennsylvania as part of his On Track for Change tour on April 19 during the Pennsylvania primary. Here's some photos of this historic occasion.
Land Mines Book Launch Party
- Photos from the Land Mines book launch party, February 6, 2009; Law Offices of Robert T. Vance, Jr., Philadelphia, PA.
2006 Woman of Distinction Award
- In January 2006, I received the Woman of Distinction Award from the Barristers' Association of Philadelphia, PA, an affiliate of the National Bar Association, for for “exemplary service to the community through the practice of law” and “impressive personal accomplishments as an African American attorney.” Some photos from that wonderful event are included in this album.
Bryn Mawr Trust Woman's History Month Event
- On March 17, 2006, I was the honored guest and speaker at the Bryn Mawr Trust Company's Women's History Month Event at the Merion Cricket Club in Haverford, Pa. This was a magical evening for me, being honored and featured in this way and being surrounded by so many family and friends, both old and new. I spoke about the history of women on the Main Line using my own life story, the stories of women I grew up with, and the stories of the Main Line women that I include in my novel, Chasing the 400. Paul Loftland, of Paul Loftland Photography in Philadelphia, took some beautiful photos that evening. I an sharing some of them in this photo album.
Authors on Tour Flyers
- Flyers for the "A Culture Redefined: The African American Authors on Tour" are in this album. The first event is at the African American Museum, 701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, on Thursday, 6 - 8 p.m. It is free and open to the public. The tour continues on Saturday, February 17 from 2 - 4 p.m. and 7 - 9 p.m. at Taylor's Olde Mill, 200 W. Marshall St., Norristown, PA. The $20 per person charge at Taylor's includes hors' d'oeuvres, wine and valet parking.
Land Mines Book Launch Party
- Photos from the Land Mines book launch party, February 6, 2009; Law Offices of Robert T. Vance, Jr., Philadelphia, PA.
Land Mines Book Launch Party
- Photos from the Land Mines book launch party, February 6, 2009; Law Offices of Robert T. Vance, Jr., Philadelphia, PA.
My first book store event
- The wonderful folks at Barnes and Noble in Bryn Mawr, PA, took a chance and hosted me at a Meet the Author event in February 2006. Their support was so important and critical because not every book store will do this for a first-time, self-published author. We had a very successful event in terms of attendance and sales. Special thanks to Kathy Siscliano, Community Relations Manager, and Brenda Collins, Sales Associate for making this possible. Here's hoping that reports of this event will encourage other self-published authors and bookstores to take chances!
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