Sentences with phrase «hosting local book»

Small independent bookshops have led the way by hosting local book events, author talks and seminars that can't be easily reproduced online, and even the larger stores are following this tact.

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«Experiences» lets you book excursions or other activities designed and led by local hosts.

Travellers use the app to book and connect with any of the over 22,000 locals signed up ready to host visitors from anywhere in the world.

A local book store in the Bay Area was hosting her at a book signing.

Local libraries and bookstores often host story time and provide other toys to keep kids occupied beyond the book reading.

Many local libraries have story time, extra cool points go to the Logan Square Library for hosting Book Fiesta: Bilingual Story Time and a Saturday morning jam session for little people from birth to 7 years old, filled with fun songs and musical instruments.

I read books, joined a local annual event called Fermentation Festival hosted by Boston Ferments, a local non-profit organization that connects and educates people through fermentation.

A favorite haunt for local bibliophiles, the Bookbar often hosts book club meetings, poetry readings, and other literary events.

Additionally, libraries will have access to ODILO's software to upload local content (music, videos, etc.), manage lending rules and host digital book clubs.

The higher - tier rewards — available at the higher payment tier of $ 12 or your local equivalent — include Kurt Kalata & friends» wondrous trawl through some of the all - time classic Sega titles, from Altered Beast to OutRun, and Super I Am 8 - Bit - a full - length coffee table book compiles rad re-interpretations of Mario, Donkey Kong, Pac - Man, and a host of other notables.

Libraries, book clubs, and civic groups also like to host local authors.

As part of the local launch, Swindon will offer customers an interactive Kobo eReader Touch experience by hosting a Kobo booth in the eBooks and eLearning Resources area at the upcoming Hong Kong Book Fair 2011 (July 20 — 26).

If you are a new author, politely ask a local independent bookseller whom you regularly patronize if they would consider hosting a book launch party.

Long - time radio anchor Fred Kasten hosts another weekly WWNO program on local writers, The Sound of Books.

*** December 4, 2012 Houston, TX Murder by the Books is hosting a book signing of local authors in Houston including Pamela Fagan Hutchins, author of Saving Grace, on Sunday December 9th from 3 - 4 p.m. Join Pamela at 2342 Bissonnet Houston, TX 77005 and let the holiday shopping begin.

Indies First / Small Business Saturday Authors of all kinds have opportunities to volunteer at their local booksellers while helping to promote their books themselves on Small Business Saturday (the Saturday after Thanksgiving) when many independent bookstores host a #IndiesFirst events.

Much of the focus of the event was to let participants know more about the Reading Club, along with informing educators, parents, and librarians about the options to find materials online to host their own local book clubs surrounding the world of the boy wizard.

While recently talking to the manager of a local major book retailer who is considering placing my books on consignment and hosting a book signing, she told me flat out, «I want an author who will connect with my patrons and draw them in.

Many authors start off by meeting book clubs at their local libraries, I know the main branch where I live host lots of writer and reader events.

Did you notice that book promotion opportunities with smaller media outlets, such as local radio stations (that used to be hosted by local radio personalities), were drying up as smaller media outlets were bought by bigger media outlets, and bigger media outlets were bought by huge conglomerates such as Clear Channel?

If any local coffee shops or bookstores host open mic nights, find out if you can set up a table to sell your book and sign copies.

You can contact any of the stores below and discuss their process for hosting local authors when a new book is releasing (or even if you just feel like hosting a book reading).

If you already have a public following, perhaps you write a column for your local newspaper, or you are a public speaker, a popular chef at a well - known restaurant, a teacher, host a radio talk program, or are a religious or community leader, you will likely be able to sell more books on your own because of what you do and who you are.

Fiction authors should consider getting their book on Netgalley, partnering with a local business to host a book launch, or setting up a book signing at a local bookstore.

If you're smart, you'll host a Night on the Town with a local shopping center, where customers can get raffle tickets, food, freebies, and a signed copy of your book.

Libraries interested in hosting their own event are encourage to partner with their local comic book shop to order the full - size, mini-comics and mini-comic polypacks.

There are numerous ways to go about this, and the strategies we use will depend on factors such as an author's background; how well he or she is already known; what the book is about; its selling scope — international, national, regional, local; who we'll be marketing the book to; current news, stories, trends; the author's availability to travel; and a host of other factors.

«I saw the author speaking at a local event (Forum Books — the award winning independent bookshop — often host great...»

Many libraries even highlight local authors or will host regular book events like fundraisers that accept donated books.

Note: the great majority of local bookstore or library is unlikely to host a digital book signing.

Designed as a workshop for mystery writers, but garden clubs and botanical gardens are also encouraged to partner with local mystery writers» groups, mystery bookstores, or mystery book clubs to host a joint event.

The VizEat app was launched in 2014 and has grown into a global platform enabling users to book meals at local hosts» homes.

Either you plan it ahead and book a homemade dinner with a local host, or you make friends on the way, try your best to enter a local Thai family's house and enjoy a meal with them.

Your hosts will assist with local tour plan, courtesy transfers and bookings to ensure you have an enjoyable stay.

Unlike other booking websites, Airbnb properties are owned by local hosts.

Your hosts are local folks with extensive knowledge of the region and an excellent holiday information and booking centre.

Start booking unique homes from local hosts or / and start renting your home to travellers on Airbnb today!

She booked her trip through a women - only tour group, which also hosts sustainable experiences with locals.

Sip signature craft cocktails and enjoy delicious cuisine at The Library Lounge, which hosts several monthly book reading events featuring local authors, or enjoy a fusion of southern and California - inspired cuisine at the elegant 1908 Provisions restaurant.

Wednesday, October 31st from 6 to 9 pm we're hosting a Portfolio Review for Artists, with four local curators: Deirdre Lawrence (Brooklyn Museum), Maddy Rosenberg (Central Booking), Edwin Ramoran (Independent Curator), and Lauren van -LSB-...]

The New York office hosts a month - long donation drive in December in which clothing, shoes, school supplies, books, toys, and housewares are collected and contributed to the local Salvation Army chapter.

Additionally, the national KIDS COUNT Data Center hosts interactive data nationally and for each state (highlighted in the KIDS COUNT Data Book), as well as local data provided by the grantee organization in each state.

• Post the Colorado early learning and development guideline videos to your social media channels earlylearningco.org • Raise awareness of child safety issues and helpful childproofing information • Organize a moms» or dads» night out • Put children's books in your lobby and waiting areas • Schedule family events at different times of the day and on different days of the week so that more families can participate • Add information about family - friendly resources on neighborhood websites like Nextdoor • Remind people it's okay to ask for help • Host a play group at a local recreation or community center • Collaborate with childcare centers and schools by joining PTOs, volunteering in classrooms, participating in fundraising and more • Recognize a child or family in distress and offer assistance • Provide parenting education classes for parents and for students before they become parents • Connect parents to one another and to important resources for support

• Remind parents that it's okay not to know how to do everything • Learn the signs for post-partum depression and how to help • Share articles, tips and / or resources in your newsletter about coping with parenting challenges • Encourage and support parents in getting involved and increasing their connections • Make it a tradition to bring new parents meals to help make the transition to parenthood easier • Offer financial support or goods to families who are struggling • Host family - friendly events • Train staff and volunteers to create safe environments for children • Offer space for parenting classes or support groups in your community • Get involved in developing the missing services needed by children and families in your community • Support youth who are leaving the foster care system • Become a mentor for a young mother or father • Conduct a parenting book drive for the local library

Hosted at a local library, the book club emphasizes interactive reading, engaging both active listeners (parents) and readers (children).

Its terms of service require hosts to follow local laws and regulations and to pledge that their bookings «will not breach any agreements with third parties.»