Award-winning author, Robert Thornhill, releases Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial

Author Robert Thornhill releases Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial, volume #2 in his Lady Justice mystery/comedy series.

Independence, MO, March 08, 2016 - In Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial, author, Robert Thornhill, continues to ask the question, “Are we being poisoned?”

Investigative reporter, Jack Carson, has been murdered, but by whom?

Police arrest mob boss Carmine Marchetti, but Walt is convinced that it was the work of government assassins, sent to silence the reporter before he could expose a clandestine program that for decades had been spraying deadly chemicals into the atmosphere for weather control and defense.

Will justice prevail or will the government’s dirty little secret remain hidden?

Lee Ashford of Reader’s Favorite writes, “Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial by Robert Thornhill is another brilliantly-conceived mystery/comedy novel from the biographer of Walt Williams and creator of the Lady Justice series of contemplative tales. As fresh and timely as all the stories in this series, Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial tackles a troubling theory gaining traction just below the surface of public consciousness.

“Whether truth or fiction, the subject matter of this story – and its immediate predecessor, Lady Justice and the Conspiracy – will have readers surreptitiously peering beyond their curtains at the sky above.

“Once again we find the intrepid Walt Williams, senior citizen extraordinaire, right in the thick of a dangerous situation. As the body count rises, Walt understandably fears for his safety and the safety of his loved ones. This time he may have bitten off more than he can chew.

“Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial is a must-read for anyone who has ever wondered whether the government is perhaps not always forthcoming with “the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth” in its response to requests for information.

“Has our government conspired to foist a deadly top-secret program on our planet, or is this just an imaginative and witty tale? It will give you an adrenaline rush, regardless of what you ultimately believe. It will also give you something to think about.

“Robert Thornhill has a noteworthy talent for crafting compelling tales ripped from the headlines of our daily newspapers. Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial will grip you from beginning to end and may well color your dreams at night.

“Five stars and two thumbs up for Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial.”

Robert began writing at the ripe old age of 66 and in six years has penned twenty-two novels in the Lady Justice series, the seven volume Rainbow Road series of chapter books for children, a cookbook and a mini-autobiography.

During the past year, nine volumes in the Lady Justice series reached the #1 rank in the book’s category on Amazon.

For more information, go to http://booksbybob.com/lady-justice-and-the-conspiracy-trial_431.html

For link to Amazon, go to http://www.amazon.com/Justice-Conspiracy-Trial-Robert-Thornhill-ebook/dp/B01BRK5K4M

Contact:
Robert Thornhill
Books By Bob
21312 E. 37th Terr Ct S
Independence, MO 64057
660-383-6011

http://booksbybob.com

2016 Steinbeck Festival: “From Salinas to Sea of Cortez: Steinbeck on Land and Sea”

The 35th annual Steinbeck Festival takes place May 6 – 8, 2016 at the National Steinbeck Center.

Salinas, CA, March 05, 2016 - The 35th annual Steinbeck Festival takes place May 6 – 8, 2016 at the National Steinbeck Center. The theme is "From Salinas to Sea of Cortez: Steinbeck on Land and Sea," honoring the 75th anniversary of Sea of Cortez, published in 1941. This year’s festival features 30 minute “Jon” talks followed by panel discussions.

On Saturday, the Festival features the first annual Steinbeck Home/Beer Fest from 12-5, sponsored by the Steinbeck Rotary. Beer tasting dinner at the Steinbeck House Friday night is a Rotary fundraiser--Saturday night a NSC fundraiser, 5:30-8 both nights! This is a triple play for Steinbeck in Salinas.

PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE (schedule subject to change)

Friday, May 6: Steinbeck on Land
“Salinas had a destiny beyond other towns. The rich black land was one thing, but the high gray fog and coolish to cold weather which gave it a lousy climate created the greatest lettuce in the world, several crops a year and at a time when no other lettuce in the United States matured. The town named itself The Salad Bowl of the World…” JS

8:30-9:30: Early risers historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street.
9:00: Susan Shillinglaw, “Steinbeck and the Land: Ecological Reflections,” Director of the NSC and Professor at San Jose State University.
9:30: William Souder, "Why Steinbeck, Why Now? A Biographer New on the Scene Explains his Thinking," William Souder discusses his new Steinbeck biography, to be published by Norton in 2019.
10:15-11:00: Breakout session: Susan Shillinglaw and William Souder on Steinbeck
11:15: Film: Greg Zeigler, “Steinbeck Country,” California leg of Travels with Charley.
11:45-12:45: Historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street
11:45-1:15: Taco lunch at NSC patio (included in 3-day Festival pass)
1:00: FILM: Eric Palmer “Japanese Flower Growers,” He will be joined by Ann Jordan. Eric Palmer is a local filmmaker and Anna Jordan teaches Japanese langauge classes at Los Gatos High School. This presentation is organized by the Salinas Valley JACL.
1:45: Jean Vengua: “Filipino Newspapers and the Juan Steinbeck Poetry Society.” Dr. Vengua is co-chair of the Asian Cultural Experience in Salinas.
2:15-3:00: Panel discussion on Asian communities in Salinas: Eric Palmer, Anna Jordan, and Jean Vengua
3:00: Sergio Chavez, “The Occupational Careers of Ex-Braceros in the Tijuana-San Diego Borderlands,” Sergio Chavez is an Assistant Professor in Sociology at Rice University and author of Border Lives, Oxford UP (2016).
3:30 Film: Ignacio Ornelas Rodriguez, “Searching for the Braceros Legacy: A New American Encounter for a Place in History.” Ignacio Ornelas Rodriguez works at Stanford University Special Collections and University Archives.
4:00: Photographs: Daniel Ruanova, “The Bracero Art Project, Photographs from the Ernesto Galarza Collection at Stanford University.”
4:00-4:45: Panel discussion on Braceros: Sergio Chavez, Ignacio Rodriguez, and Daniel Ruanova.
4:00-6:30: Sunset Red Pony Ranch tour
5:00-6:00: Travels with Charley documentary by Lee Mendelson.
5:00-6:00: Historic walking tour, East of Eden on Main Street
7:00: Banquet, Songs from Cannery Row and surprise evening event, TBA

Saturday, May 7: Steinbeck and the Sea
“Nights at anchor in the Gulf are quiet and strange. The water is smooth, almost solid, and the dew is so heavy that the decks are soaked. The little waves rasp on the shell beaches with a hissing sound, and all about in the darkness the fishes jump and splash. (SOC)

9:00: Robert DeMott, “Of Fish and Men: Steinbeck, Fishing and Me,” Robert DeMott is the Edwin and Ruth Kennedy Distinguished Professor Emeritus of English, Ohio University.
9:30: John Gregg “Restoring the Western Flyer,” John Gregg is President of Gregg Drilling and Testing
10:00: Katie Rodger “Ed Ricketts, ‘Wave Shock,’ and the Ecology of a Science Writer” Lecturer, University of California, Davis
10:30: Mary Ellen Hannibal “Annus Mirabilis: When Steinbeck, Ricketts, and Campbell were Young,” Mary Ellen Hannibal is author of the forthcoming book, Citizen Scientists: Searching for Heroes and Hope in an age of Extinction (The Experiment/Workman Publishing, 2016).
11:00-12:00: Panel discussion on Ed Ricketts, Citizen Science and the Western Flyer
12:00 Archives Tour with Lisa Josephs
12:00-2:00: Purchase lunch on Main! Enjoy the Steinbeck Home Beer Fest
12:30: “Craft Beer 101”
1:00: William Gilly “Retracing Sea of Cortez, 2004.” William Gilly is a Professor of Biology at Stanford University.
2:00: Harold Augenbraum: "Translating Culture: Mexican America and Steinbeck's Pearl." Harold Augenbraum co-directed the 2002 Steinbeck Centennial; he just finished a twelve-year tenure as Executive Director of the National Book Foundation, presenter of the National Book Awards. In the fall of this year, he will be a Visiting Fellow at Yale University.
3:00: David Dennis, “Surfboards from 11th Street, PG floorboards,” Complete with props and surfboards, David Dennis, co-founder of Ventana Surfboards & Supplies, will be discussing the intersection of the Steinbeck Pacific Grove cottage, local history, sustainable business, and surfing.
4:00: Historic Walking Tour, West of Main Street and First Mayor's House with Carol Robles.
4:00 Archives Tour with Lisa Josephs
6:00 : Fund raising dinner at the Steinbeck House, benefiting the NSC, limited seating for 50.

Sunday, May 8: Teaching Steinbeck, Experiencing Steinbeck Country
8:30-1:30: Ag Tour, Vearl Gish. Meet in front of Steinbeck Center at 8:15.
10:00-11:30: “The Search for Common Ground: Place and Identity in the classroom,” Chad Redwing, Jenni Abbott, Eva Mo, Flora Carter and Bill Anelli from Modesto Community College, recipients of an NEH grant, “Common Ground in the Central Valley.”
11:30-12:15: Pete Barraza, “Teaching Jazz and Cannery Row” Pete Barazza teaches English at Santa Monica High School and was founder of the California Literature class, which toured CA yeach year.
12:15-1:00: "Mothers and children in Japanese Internment in the classroom" Brown bag discussion
1:00-1:30: Sharing curriculum on the NSC Website
2:00-4:00: Tours of Ricketts’s Lab (meet at the Lab on Cannery Row for 1 hour tours at 2:00 or 3:00)
1:30: Whale watching tour with marine scientist. Meet at Monterey wharf--details follow.

Please reserve a hotel room by April 15:
Holiday Inn Express
195 Kern St., Salinas, CA 93901
831-737-1180

Reserve by April 15 for a rate of $99.00 per night (+taxes) for either a standard king or standard 2 queens. (Mention “Steinbeck Festival 16 ” for discounted rates.) Conference guests can upgrade to king suite for an additional $10.00, a 2 queen suite for an additional $20.00.
anquet, Songs from Cannery Row and surprise evening event, TBA

Contact:
Marci Bracco Cain
Chatterbox PR
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 747-7455
http://www.steinbeck.org

Custom Tissue Collections and RNA Sample Preparation are Accessible at Creative Bioarray

New York-Creative Bioarray announced its official running of custom tissue collection services on the first day of this month, a start point to be a more comprehensive cell and tissue bank supplier in USA with international trade ability and also a sign of expansion in the RNA sample supply.

Shirley, NY, March 03, 2016 - New York-Creative Bioarray announced its official running of custom tissue collection services on the first day of this month, a start point to be a more comprehensive cell and tissue bank supplier in USA with international trade ability and also a sign of expansion in the RNA sample supply.

RNA samples of human (normal and diseased), rat, monkey, and many other species even plant tissues are available at Creative Bioarray. With the expansion by providing custom products according to needs, the tissue variety will increase and meet almost every requirement from clients. As the current needs reflected by markets human tissue banks will be an significant part to be improved.

“To be custom oriented will be the trend for Creative Bioarray and other companies in this field. Providing what they need with considerate services during the process to assist the application of the products and gain the best result should be the altitude of service provider, in this way client can really benefit from the products not only a single substance. That’s the culture of Creative Bioarray and all expansion will comply with this rule.” said Helen Shaw, the director of R&D department of the company.

The tailored tissue collection and RNA sample providing services will boost Creative Bioarray to a higher level in the field, a closer step to a big supplier for cell and RAN banks applied for biologic array and analysis. With about ten years experience in offering cells, RNA samples, tissues, Creative Bioarray was set to provide high quality of products with reasonable prices, and with all aspects is getting more mature, the aim will be achieved with better performance.

About Creative Bioarray
Creative Bioarray mainly provides cells, tissue banks, tissue array, RNA samples, probes, and related services. With ten year’s development and growth in the area, Creative Bioarray is capable of offering reliable products and services, and now it’s on the way to be a platform that more custom needs can be met. For more information, please visit its website.

Contact at 5166698109, contact@creative-bioarray.com, http://www.creative-bioarray.com

Contact:
Creative Bioarray
45-1 Ramsey Road
Shirley, NY 11967
5166698109
contact@creative-bioarray.com
http://www.creative-bioarray.com

Popular TV Talk Show Host and Singer Oleg Frish Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Media with New Single & Video “The Things we did last Summer, from "Duets with my American Idols," out February 22nd & 23nd

Oleg Frish, the acclaimed New York based radio and talk show host and singer/performer is celebrating his 20th Anniversary in media this year.

Los Angeles, CA, February 29, 2016 - Oleg Frish, the acclaimed New York based radio and talk show host and singer/performer is celebrating his 20th Anniversary in media this year. Since moving from Russia to New York to premiere his weekly talk show on Russian Television International (RTVi) he has interviewed over 2,000 music stars, celebrities, and many of his personal American idols including; the late James Brown, B.B. King and Donna Summer, Connie Francis, Engelbert Humperdinck, and Kenny G, to name just a few. Frish is kicking off his anniversary year with the release of a new single/video, “The Things We Did Last Summer", which is culled from his recent album release, "Oleg Frish, Duets With My American Idols." The single will be released on February 22, and the accompanying video will have its world premiere on February 23.

 "The Things We Did Last Summer," is one of four solo performances by Oleg on his album. The video, which features Frish’s smooth voice reminiscing about time spent with a loved one, (played by Yulia Zavyalova, a noted actress, television and radio personality), was produced and directed by Pete Polyakov on locations in NYC, Soho, and at the Master Theater in Brooklyn. It's Oleg's debut solo video, and follows his earlier duet videos with Gary U.S. Bonds ("You're Nobody Until Somebody Loves You") and Lou Christie ("When You're Smiling').

Oleg Frish: Duets With My American Idols,’ is a fourteen track opus comprised of 10 amazing duets with an all-star cast of revered artists and favorites of Oleg's, who deliver inspired performances of classic songs from the golden years of the American Songbook . The album includes an introduction by Connie Francis and duets with Bobby Rydell, Gary U. S. Bonds, Lainie Kazan, Tony Orlando, the late Ben E. King (in his last known recording), Melissa Manchester, Chris Montez, Peggy March, and B.J. Thomas. The recording was released on Frish's own imprint, Time Out Media, distributed by BDG/RED Distribution, LLC (a division of SONY Music Entertainment).

“I’ve always been fascinated and an avid fan of songs from the American Songbook, which I believe is the greatest music ever recorded.

Making this album and getting a chance to sing with so many incredible artists was really a dream come true." – Oleg Frish

Over the past 5 years Oleg has also been developing his live show with sold out performances at the Metropolitan Room in NYC and other venues (The Laurie Beechman Theater, The Millennium Theater in Brooklyn, and Joe’s Pub ). He’s continuing his anniversary celebration with upcoming performances at Metropolitan Room February 19th as part of the International Cabaret Festival, Trumpets Jazz Club (with Special Guest Roseanna Vitro) March 5th in Montclair, NJ, and at 54Below (with Special Guest Gary U.S. Bonds) in NYC, April 8th.

Stream “The Things We Did Last Summer” on Soundcloud
Stream Oleg Frish, Duets With My American Idols (PRIVATE LINK)

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Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-871-4821
http://olegfrish.com

Introducing Electronic Singer-Songwriter, Lexxica; Releasing her New Single “Hello Friday” out February 22nd!

Music Video Out February 23rd!

Hollywood, CA, February 29, 2016 - Presenting EDM vocalist, Lexxica; known for her wide range of musical productions. The singer-songwriter incorporates house, indie-dance, electro, and dubstep into her uplifting and high energy tracks. Getting ready to drop her second EP, Lexxica is set to release her first single and music video “Hello Friday” on February 22nd and 23rd, respectively. 

“Hello Friday” conveys the revitalizing anthem for the weekend. It emphasizes relinquishing your responsibilities after Friday and enjoying your freedom to the fullest. Lexxica intends for her listeners to let loose and let the music take control. This track’s rising energy builds with uplifting synths and Lexxica’s melodic vocals that flow in to a heavy electro-house drop.

There is no question about Lexxica’s passion for electronic music. Bringing her fans, not only something to listen to but, an experience for her listeners to captivate and feel. She clearly portrays her passion through her songwriting and pulsing, exhilarating songs. “It gets into your soul and pumps energy in to your veins,” Lexica says.

Lexxica co-wrote the single “Hello Friday” with Grammy nominated producer, Rusty Varenkamp. Varenkamp produced all of Lexxica’s upcoming tracks that will be featured on her soon-to-be released EP due out spring 2016.

“This song is about getting away and escaping the mundane. When you just need that rescue with your friends, when Friday comes along and you are under the lights and the whole world disappears. You feel free and alive and it’s the only place you want to be!” –Lexxica.

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-871-4821
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/hello-friday-single/id1083772496

Conscious Singer-Songwriter Idalee Releases Debut EP Starting Now March 4th

Bonus Single “Heal” & Accompanying In-Prison Music Video Out February 12th

Los Angeles, CA, February 25, 2016 - Topher Hall aka Idalee marks a new beginning in the search for redemption and second chances. After overcoming a near death experience, the singer-songwriter changed his ways to leave the darkness behind and start over with a music project unlike any other.

After visiting Muskegon Correctional Facility in Michigan, Idalee was deeply moved by what he saw. This trip inspired the lead single “Heal,” a raw, personal ode about redemption.

Teaming up with Prison Fellowship, Idalee was granted exclusive access to a Texas prison to record the collaborative music video for “Heal” with a prisoner band for an insider’s look into each of the prisoner’s emotional testimonials and deep connection they had with the song.

Idalee takes influence from Nirvana, Elvis Costello, Weezer, Imagine Dragons, and Beck. The debut EP was produced by Will Brierre (The Killers’ Grammy-nominated Hot Fuss, Imagine Dragons’ Nightvisions,) and mixed by Ethan Kauffman (Ryan Cabrera).

Starting Now is a folk-pop personal project about rediscovering greater purpose and soul-searching that embodies the talented singer-songwriter and will captivate listeners.

Starting Now will be available for presale February 19th.

Download “Heal”

Watch ‘”Heal” Music Video (PRIVATE LINK)

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https://www.instagram.com/idaleemusic/

FOR PRESS INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT: CHIP SCHUTZMAN, Chip@mileshighproductions.com, 323- 871- 4821

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood, CA 90093
323-871-4821
http://idalee.com

Storytelling for Photojournalists: Reportage and Documentary Photography Techniques

The unique photography manual with brutally practical tips and tricks just landed on Amazon and it's now available to pre-order.

Buffalo, NY, February 24, 2016 - Photographer Enzo Dal Verme (he has shot for Vanity Fair, The Times, l’Uomo Vogue, Marie Claire, Elle, Glamour and more) has decided to reveal some of his shooting tricks for an inside look at the world of reportages.

What’s behind the power of a reportage? After spending over a decade traveling all around the world capturing the essence of moments with his camera, photographer Enzo Dal Verme felt it was time to reveal some tricks of the trade.

The manual covers a variety of topics designed to help photographers create impactful images an compelling narratives.

How do you spot a hot subject, find an appropriate angle for rendering it and organize a very intense shooting trip? How do you line up the pictures taken day by day? How do you manage local contacts? What are the most effective strategies for getting your work published?

The photographer provides a wealth of tips on what and how to shoot, composition, light, post-production and everything needed to deliver your work as a pro.

This book started as a self-published pdf book targeted to photography students seeking advice. It turned out to be a success, mainly among professional photographers—hence the expanded and much enriched print edition.

Hundred-twenty-eight pages of shooting strategies made clear in behind-the-scenes episodes, and each chapter is illustrated with photographs by Enzo himself.

The manual is designed to help pro photographers and inspire photography novices eager to learn how to get the most out of a shooting trip.

Today’s photojournalists are challenged to tell visual stories in evermore inventive ways _ and to stay abreast of an industry that is constantly evolving. “Storytelling for Photojournalists” is a must for anyone who is serious about reportage photography.

Book on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1Vxzbhu

Contact:
Kate Neverth or Adam Richards
Amherst Media
PO Box 538
Buffalo, NY 14243
(800)622-3278
kneaverth @ amherstmedia.com
http://www.amherstmedia.com