New Jersey Literature News (United States)

Poets Wear Prada announced today publication of Ice Gayle Johnson’s debut poetry collection “The Key: Lady Grizzly & Sir Charles Otter,” her very personal account of love and loss, both familial and romantic.

Bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline discusses and signs her newest novel, Come Home, a riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past, on Thursday, April 12 at 1pm at Princeton Barnes & Noble

Bestselling and beloved adult and children's author Carl Hiaasen discusses and signs his latest middle grade novel at Princeton Barnes & Noble March 31 at 6pm. Line pass distribution begins 4pm and purchase of CHOMP required for line.

Hoboken author Roxanne Hoffman today announced the release of “In Loving Memory,” her gothic ballad tracing a small town congregation from funeral to marriage, illustrated by Edward Odwitt.

Three local writers, Joel Allegretti, Ron Kolm and Melind Padki, share their work this Sunday afternoon May 27 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Scalinatella, 245 Bleecker Street (west of Carmine), in Greenwich Village, New York City. (212) 255-5353.

Popular Yorkville diner features poetry night hosted by Peter Chelnik the second Monday of each month. Gracie’s Corner Diner, 352 East 86th Street. Open sign up at 6:45 PM. Reading from 7 to 9 PM. No cover. Food/drink purchase is required.

Hair stylist turned poet Ice Gayle Johnson to spotlight the 40th annual City College (CCNY) Poetry Festival featuring fellow Chicago native Patricia Smith.

Poets Wear Prada announced today publication of Ice Gayle Johnson’s debut poetry collection “The Key: Lady Grizzly & Sir Charles Otter,” her very personal account of love and loss, both familial and romantic.

Poets Wear Prada announced Senior Editor, Hoboken author Roxanne Hoffman in New York this month to promote her new book: Sundays, May 6th and 13th, and Saturday May 19th

NJ poet Joel Allegretti today announced 3 New York readings for his new book “Europa/Nippon/New York: Poems/Not-Poems”: Sun., May 6th, in Washington Heights; Thurs., May 17th, in Astoria, Queens; Sun., May 27th, in Greenwich Village.

Bestselling and Edgar Award winning author Lisa Scottoline discusses and signs her newest novel, Come Home, a riveting story of a mother who sacrifices her future for a child from her past, on Thursday, April 12 at 1pm at Princeton Barnes & Noble

Bestselling and beloved adult and children's author Carl Hiaasen discusses and signs his latest middle grade novel at Princeton Barnes & Noble March 31 at 6pm. Line pass distribution begins 4pm and purchase of CHOMP required for line.

New York Journal of Books reviewer Vinton Rafe McCabe writes, "Monstress packs enough literary heat to excite even the most winter ravaged among us. It is highly recommended".

New York Journal of Books reviewer Graham Storrs writes, "The Fear Index is a solid, competent techno-thriller, carefully researched and intelligently executed. If you enjoy this genre...put this one on your to-be-read list"

Maplecrest Ford Lincoln of Union New Jersey launches second round of their immensely successful Student Cyber Café. Student Cyber Café provides students a creative outlet and the opportunity to win prizes and gain recognition for their skills.

Hoboken author Roxanne Hoffman today announced the release of “In Loving Memory,” her gothic ballad tracing a small town congregation from funeral to marriage, illustrated by Edward Odwitt.

Former Political Science Professor, Carole Holden, is pleased to her new book, Ring of Deceit. This international crime thriller mixes the authors expertise with headlines drawn from today's papers.

Reviewer Sharon Hunt praises, "The Prague Cemetery is a masterpiece ... It is controversial, as well. Hopefully, the novel will also make readers uncomfortable, make them think and, most importantly, make them question."

Some great ideas to make even the tiniest wedding special. Elopements can be just as meaningful and inspiring as larger, more elaborate weddings.

Michael T. Young announces a new poetry chapbook, “Living in the Counterpoint,” now available to pre-order from publisher Finishing Line Press. ISBN 1-59924-870-0. Paper. $12. Release Date: Jan. 13, 2012. www.finishinglinepress.com.

On Friday, November 18, Left Bank Books invites book collectors and poetry lovers to celebrate the birthdays of poets Stephen Crane, Marianne Moore, William Blake and more with a poetry reading by five noted local poets hosted by Poets Wear Prada.

Monday, October 24, 2011, Poets Sarah Bedell & Roxanne Hoffman return to Nightingale Lounge in NYC's East Village to read for Su Polo's Saturn Series. 7-9pm. 213 Second Ave. New York, NY 10003. ((NW Corner E. 13th St & 2nd Ave.) $10 Min. +21.

The Hip Event, a multi-service public relations, social marketing, and special events firm, has been selected as the agency of record for No More Dating Pigs author Norah Marler from Brielle, New Jersey.

The 9th Annual All Out Arts' Fresh Fruit Festival presents Pears, Prose & Poetry, Mon. July 11, 2011 at The Center, 208 West 13th St., NYC. Showtime: 7pm. 17 poets read. FREE. Hosted by Roxanne Hoffman & Robert Urban.

Richie Ashburn...Why the Hall Not? is a written account of a story of incredible coinidences. A young boy meets his sports idle and then years later starts a grass roots campiagn to change a rule that helps Ashburn get into the Hall of Fame.

Roses of Winter, a novel set in World War 2 Scotland is now available as an ebook at Amazon.com.

Roses of Winter by Murdo Morrison, a novel set in World War 2 Glasgow, Scotland is scheduled for release on June 13, 2011 at Podiobooks.com.

Award-winning author Hank Quense has rewritten the Rhinegold myth that was used by composer Richard Wagner in developing his Ring Cycle of operas. Wagner would be horrified to see what Quense has done with the myth.

Thomas A. Phelan, former New York City Police Officer and Author, has been recognized by Cambridge Who's Who for demonstrating dedication, leadership and excellence in law enforcement and authorship.

Caroline Kennedy to sign She Walks in Beauty: A Woman’s Journey Through Poems at Princeton Barnes & Noble on Wednesday, April 6 at 7:30 pm. Book purchase required for signing line. Line pass distribution begins at 2pm

Unemployment, foreclosure, financial struggle and the resulting turmoil of depression, divorce, and emotional bankruptcy are just some of the themes "Blackbird Sky" explores.

Liberty States Fiction Writers will be holding its second annual multi-author book fair with over 30 authors signing their latest releases as part of their Create Something Magical Conference. The book fair is open to the general public.

The Biblioteca Criolla in partnership with Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey will welcome acclaimed author, and academic advisor for ASPIRA, Edna Zalenski. the afternoon of March 23th.

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‘The Black Plight in America’ celebrates Black History month.

Anna Quindlen to read and sign EVERY LAST ONE at Princeton Barnes & Noble, Thursday, March 24, 2011 at 7:00 pm

"'The Marunouchi Incident' reveals how a terroristically sophisticated elite-network—hell-bent on 'corruption', and 'psychic manipulation-by-remote-sensing'—infiltrates key agencies of the US federal government, with a view to global domination."

Premier New Jersey Fiction Writers Conference Registration is now open!

"A harrowing look crept over "PJ's" face; unflaggingly fuelled by his crazed infatuation with the 'the mysterious woman'—"that pretty-faced bitch"!—over whom he'd lost sleepless nights. His thoughts, steeped in emotion, swung like a pendulum."

"'PJ' moved the landline-receiver from his ear; lost in thought. The long, black, curly cord dangled at his feet; a mild dial-tone soon followed. And all he could do was think about how deep he'd got himself into her. Withdrawing? Mmmm ... not easy!"

Buddhapuss Ink LLC threw away the old publishing handbook and was founded with a mission to put the reader first and that’s just what they aim to do in their first YA Mystery Short Story Competition.

Grasp the extended hands and unlock what you are destined to be, a shining example and illustrious and eminent ambassador and heralder of mankind.

Wahida Clark Presents introduces its new Young Adult line.

"In bygone times, there was a little-known, urban village in New York—Vanbergen Gardens—where "PJ" grew up. He often envisaged his future: power-broking career, wealth, prestige. Little did he know that, one day, they'd be the bane of his life!"

Darryl Maynor announces publishing company & novel

Andrea Cremer, author of the upcoming novel Nightshade that stars Shay, wins the Booksie Award for bring her characters to blogging, commenting life.

This time around, Aronskind's young narrator is not going off to summer camp as in his previous books but instead is forced to stay home to attend summer school.

Author Hank Quense reports that Tales From Gundarland, his collection of short stories and novellas, has received the prestigious medal in the scifi/fantasy category in the 2010 competition.

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Patrick Thomas has drawn some serious attention with his Mystic Investigators series. With Bullets and Brimstone, co-written with John L. French, he brings even more talent to the paranormal mystery table.

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New Title to be Sequel to Karma with a Vengeance

The Ultimate Sacrifice is Fields first novel under Wahida Clark Presents Publishing

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