October 5, 2010
For Immediate Release:
Nashville, TN- Flying Solo Publishing is proud to announce that we’re not totally flying solo in our efforts to promote “Single 101: 101 Reason to Celebrate Being Single”, by author and Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Celeste Friedman.
Julie Schoerke and her team at JKS Communications has now joined Celeste in this exciting journey. Julie and her staff can be contacted at the following:
http://www.jkscommunications.com/
Nashville
6132 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 101
Nashville, TN 37215
615.476.1367
New York City
511 Avenue of the Americas, #317
New York, NY 10011
646.318.1193
Julie Schoerke, Principal
julie@jkscommunications.com
Twitter: @julieschoerke
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
There's No Place Like Home
September 17, 2010
For Immediate Release
Flying Solo Publishing
740.364.1223
Join the Single 101 Nation for a Live Celebration!
Newark, Ohio- The Licking County Public Library welcomes local author and Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Celeste Friedman for a special evening of story and song.
Celeste will share highlights from her new book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” and a few songs from her one-woman show, "Single 101" on Thursday, September 30th at the Licking County Public Library, 101 West Main Street in Newark, Ohio.
Admission is free and open to the public, but seating reservations are encouraged. The evening begins at 7:00pm with a live performance before a hometown crowd, followed by a special book signing and an opportunity to meet the author.
For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Flying Solo Publishing at 740.364.1223 or email: FlyingSoloPublishing@yahoo.com
To reserve a seat, please contact Babette Wofter, The Licking County Library at 740.349.5500.
For Immediate Release
Flying Solo Publishing
740.364.1223
Join the Single 101 Nation for a Live Celebration!
Newark, Ohio- The Licking County Public Library welcomes local author and Grammy nominated singer-songwriter Celeste Friedman for a special evening of story and song.
Celeste will share highlights from her new book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” and a few songs from her one-woman show, "Single 101" on Thursday, September 30th at the Licking County Public Library, 101 West Main Street in Newark, Ohio.
Admission is free and open to the public, but seating reservations are encouraged. The evening begins at 7:00pm with a live performance before a hometown crowd, followed by a special book signing and an opportunity to meet the author.
For more information or to schedule an interview, please contact Flying Solo Publishing at 740.364.1223 or email: FlyingSoloPublishing@yahoo.com
To reserve a seat, please contact Babette Wofter, The Licking County Library at 740.349.5500.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
Between A Suspense Thriller and Sci Fi
“Single 101” came to rest on an author signing table this weekend in the middle of authors Ryan Keyser and Matthew Alexander. It has been interesting to observe the patrons of Borders Books looking across our table at such a diverse array of titles.
With their books delving into danger and the unknown, it did seem to serve relevance to my book on the single lifestyle, as there is definitely a risk and uncertainty about the choice to fly solo.
When you get a chance, check out their work and support these amazing young authors. Both are on Amazon and BarnesandNoble.com:
“Mr. Fairbanks” by Ryan Keyser and “Withur We” by Matthew Alexander.
We also want to thank author Manuel Luiz Martinez for stopping in. You'll find his latest book, “Day of the Dead”, (Dia de los Muertos) on Amazon.com.
But hey, check out who I’m sitting next to on the Border’s shelf in the pic above!
Monday, August 30, 2010
Borders Welcomes Celeste and Celebrates Flying Solo
We're counting down the days to the Borders book-signing event this Saturday, September 4th from 1:00 to 3:00pm. As we celebrate the Labor Day weekend, we also celebrate the liberties of being single.
I'll be signing my new book, "Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single" at the Borders location at 6679 Sawmill Rd. in Columbus, Ohio. For more info, please contact Sarah Crook at 614.718.9099.
When a holiday approaches, it's time to plan a little getaway and that reminds me of Reason #42- You Can Take a Vacation Anytime, Anywhere. Forget that wardrobe wivestale that says you should never wear white after Labor Day- Reason #47- What You're Wearing is Up to YOU!
See you at Borders and don't forget to pick up something frothy and cool in the cafe!
Saturday, August 21, 2010
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| Paragraphs Book Store Signing Event Thanks once again to everyone who joined us at Paragraphs Book Store today. In the photo with me above is owner Anne Storan and what a lovely book store she has in historic downtown Mount Vernon, Ohio. Anne is holding my book in the photo. She and her husband Hans set me up with delicious coffee and sweets and I thank them so much for their support and warm hospitality. Check out their website at: http://www.paragraphsbookstore.com/ One of the coolest things about being there today on a sunny, summer Saturday morning was to be a part of the typical comings and goings of shoppers who come downtown and frequent the farmer's market on the square. Unfortunately, I missed my chance to buy sweet corn, but word has it that you have to get there very early! As I was signing my new book, "Single 101", I visited with life-long friends and met new friends and . . . oh, the stories of the single life and the not-so-single life! Now, we're off to Westerville, Ohio for an appearance and signing event at The Westerville Public Library next Tuesday. Hope to see you there! |
Monday, August 16, 2010
The Single 101 Nation Hits the Road
It's time to pack the bags again and hit the road, as we prepare for the next twelve weeks of book signing events and one-woman shows. The next two months will be very special, as I hope to see old friends and classmates in my hometown and childhood stomping grounds of central Ohio.
We'll kick things off on Wednesday, August 18th at the Barnes and Noble Book Store, located on the Newark campus of The Ohio State University. I'll be joining two emerging authors, B.M. Green and J. Michael Demko for a fun book signing event from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The campus will be buzzing that day, as Orientation Day will also be underway on campus. Wear your scarlet and gray and join us!
Saturday, August 21st will be a great time in historic Mount Vernon, Ohio at The Paragraphs Book Store, just around the corner from the Farmer's Market. I'll be there from 10:00am to 1:00pm, signing books and hoping to see many friends from Knox County and meet new friends who are curious about the Single 101 Nation.
If you're in the Columbus area, come to The Westerville Public Library on the evening of Tuesday, August 24th. The evening will begin at 6:30 with a live musical performance, where I'll reveal a few tunes from the one-woman show, followed by a book signing.
For more details or to R.S.V.P. for any of these events, just email me at: flyingsolopublishing@yahoo.com I can't wait to see everyone!
We'll kick things off on Wednesday, August 18th at the Barnes and Noble Book Store, located on the Newark campus of The Ohio State University. I'll be joining two emerging authors, B.M. Green and J. Michael Demko for a fun book signing event from 11:00am to 2:00pm. The campus will be buzzing that day, as Orientation Day will also be underway on campus. Wear your scarlet and gray and join us!
Saturday, August 21st will be a great time in historic Mount Vernon, Ohio at The Paragraphs Book Store, just around the corner from the Farmer's Market. I'll be there from 10:00am to 1:00pm, signing books and hoping to see many friends from Knox County and meet new friends who are curious about the Single 101 Nation.
If you're in the Columbus area, come to The Westerville Public Library on the evening of Tuesday, August 24th. The evening will begin at 6:30 with a live musical performance, where I'll reveal a few tunes from the one-woman show, followed by a book signing.
For more details or to R.S.V.P. for any of these events, just email me at: flyingsolopublishing@yahoo.com I can't wait to see everyone!
Friday, August 6, 2010
Big Ben is Calling
Statistics show the majority of working age people who live in London are not married. Daniel Dorling, Professor of Human Geography at Sheffield University says, “There isn't another city, town or village like it". There is a higher proportion of single people living in London than anywhere else in the UK. Almost half the London population between 20 and 59 years are single and in many cases, three to four people share a flat where there used to be two.
The City of London is second only to Brighton in the percentage of same-sex couples according the most recent London Census returns. Nine percent of the population of London cohabitate with no children, where single parent households have become the fourth most common type of household in the UK and the most numerous in London.
Earlier this spring, AskMen.com rated London #5 on their list of the best cities in the world to live for single men. If you’re considering relocating a stone’s throw from Big Ben and packing light, you can buy what you need when you get there. London offers an unlimited amount of charity shops or second hand stores that sell crockery, utensils, linens or housewares for your new pad in the UK.
“Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” is now available in the UK in paperback and in the UK Kindle Store. Just follow this link and download in seconds:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Single-101-Reasons-Celebrate-Being/dp/B003S3S06M
Check out Reason #100- “You Can Live Anywhere You Want”.
The City of London is second only to Brighton in the percentage of same-sex couples according the most recent London Census returns. Nine percent of the population of London cohabitate with no children, where single parent households have become the fourth most common type of household in the UK and the most numerous in London.
Earlier this spring, AskMen.com rated London #5 on their list of the best cities in the world to live for single men. If you’re considering relocating a stone’s throw from Big Ben and packing light, you can buy what you need when you get there. London offers an unlimited amount of charity shops or second hand stores that sell crockery, utensils, linens or housewares for your new pad in the UK.
“Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” is now available in the UK in paperback and in the UK Kindle Store. Just follow this link and download in seconds:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Single-101-Reasons-Celebrate-Being/dp/B003S3S06M
Check out Reason #100- “You Can Live Anywhere You Want”.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Single 101 Hits the Radio Airwaves from Coast to Coast
Hey Everybody,
I’m on the air Monday and Tuesday from coast to coast, sharing excerpts from the book and my take on Ali Fedotowsky, The Bachelorette.
Rumors have been hovering for a while that Ali will not choose anyone at all and stay single. That is my prediction as well. There are several reasons in my book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” that are relevant to the current bachelorette, but let’s just consider five of them:
# 63- You’re Not Desperate to Find A Mate- what is she doing on these reality shows? Does someone as lovely as Ali need to take this route to find a husband?
#57- You Don’t Have to Be in A Relationship to Feel Complete- we don’t live in a couple’s world. Those who believe that we do are delirious.
#7- No More Broken Hearts- Ali has had her heart broken enough throughout both the Bachelor and Bachelorette experiences.
#74- No Drama- especially after Justin and Frank. By the way, Justin may become the first contestant to be sued by ABC producers for breaking his confidentiality agreement.
#24- You Don’t Have to Be Afraid to Go it Alone- Ali appears to have it all together and definitely has the courage to survive on her own.
Wild Crazy Reasons Why Ali should stay single for a while longer:
#80- You Can Lick the Spoon
#14- Farting is Less Embarrassing
#12- No Toilet Lid Issues
#17- You Are the Keeper of the Remote
#28- You Know Where the Soap has Been
Throughout the season, Ali would mention or admit that she wasn’t sure if she was ready for marriage, primarily due to her doubts about the potential bachelors in the competition. Intuitively, Ali sensed that Frank would disappoint her.
Roberto Martinez- many women are threatened by a gorgeous, to die for type of guy like Roberto, fearful of infidelity and abandonment issues.
Chris Lambton- may be the one that Ali truly felt secure with, but is that enough to convince herself that she’s in love with him and ready to be his wife?
The show has been on long enough for all to realize that not everyone is in it for love, just self-promotion. Even Ty who came close to the finals has a music career in Nashville. No one has pointed out yet where he was really coming from.
With all of that said, there is a new twist, as the new promos for the show that began airing last Thursday, unveil a potential problem with both bachelors, who appear to be apprehensive and not ready for engagement, let alone marriage.
Join me on the air live Monday morning, August 2nd with Monty Jett on 107.9FM The Coast, WLOW Radio during the 8 o’clock hour. Later that day, I’ll do a pre-taped interview with Don Bleu and co-host Trish of Don Bleu in the Morning on Clear Channel’s Star 101.3FM in San Francisco. Our interview will air on Tuesday morning after we’ve all seen The Bachelorette Finale and the “Final Rose” segment.
Thanks so much to Monty, Don and Trish for the dish! Check out these links:
http://1079thecoast.com/
http://www.1013.com/pages/morningshow
I’m on the air Monday and Tuesday from coast to coast, sharing excerpts from the book and my take on Ali Fedotowsky, The Bachelorette.
Rumors have been hovering for a while that Ali will not choose anyone at all and stay single. That is my prediction as well. There are several reasons in my book, “Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single” that are relevant to the current bachelorette, but let’s just consider five of them:
# 63- You’re Not Desperate to Find A Mate- what is she doing on these reality shows? Does someone as lovely as Ali need to take this route to find a husband?
#57- You Don’t Have to Be in A Relationship to Feel Complete- we don’t live in a couple’s world. Those who believe that we do are delirious.
#7- No More Broken Hearts- Ali has had her heart broken enough throughout both the Bachelor and Bachelorette experiences.
#74- No Drama- especially after Justin and Frank. By the way, Justin may become the first contestant to be sued by ABC producers for breaking his confidentiality agreement.
#24- You Don’t Have to Be Afraid to Go it Alone- Ali appears to have it all together and definitely has the courage to survive on her own.
Wild Crazy Reasons Why Ali should stay single for a while longer:
#80- You Can Lick the Spoon
#14- Farting is Less Embarrassing
#12- No Toilet Lid Issues
#17- You Are the Keeper of the Remote
#28- You Know Where the Soap has Been
Throughout the season, Ali would mention or admit that she wasn’t sure if she was ready for marriage, primarily due to her doubts about the potential bachelors in the competition. Intuitively, Ali sensed that Frank would disappoint her.
Roberto Martinez- many women are threatened by a gorgeous, to die for type of guy like Roberto, fearful of infidelity and abandonment issues.
Chris Lambton- may be the one that Ali truly felt secure with, but is that enough to convince herself that she’s in love with him and ready to be his wife?
The show has been on long enough for all to realize that not everyone is in it for love, just self-promotion. Even Ty who came close to the finals has a music career in Nashville. No one has pointed out yet where he was really coming from.
With all of that said, there is a new twist, as the new promos for the show that began airing last Thursday, unveil a potential problem with both bachelors, who appear to be apprehensive and not ready for engagement, let alone marriage.
Join me on the air live Monday morning, August 2nd with Monty Jett on 107.9FM The Coast, WLOW Radio during the 8 o’clock hour. Later that day, I’ll do a pre-taped interview with Don Bleu and co-host Trish of Don Bleu in the Morning on Clear Channel’s Star 101.3FM in San Francisco. Our interview will air on Tuesday morning after we’ve all seen The Bachelorette Finale and the “Final Rose” segment.
Thanks so much to Monty, Don and Trish for the dish! Check out these links:
http://1079thecoast.com/
http://www.1013.com/pages/morningshow
Friday, July 16, 2010
Keeping Your Body Healthy and Your Mind Sharp
Getting my daily fill of the New York Daily News this morning, I came across the following article published by Reuters:
“Researchers find link between weight gain and loss of mental skills”.
It’s focus was primarily on older women who they claim should maintain a low weight to keep their reasoning, memory and over-all mental skills high. According to Dr. Diana Kerwin of Northwestern University in Chicago, she and her research team found that obesity in and of itself is “an independent risk factor for cognitive performance”. Kerwin also stated, "Even if you do have normal blood pressure and you're not diabetic, it still should be something that's looked at as an independent risk factor for your brain health."
This reminded me of the “Nun Study”, where researchers gathered long-term data on over 600 nuns living in Minnesota. They found that 21 percent of the participants had lesions and plaques in their brains, which are key markings of memory disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease. However, they lived their lives with no outward signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. They also discovered that these nuns had happier and more positive outlooks on life, were better linguistics and had better dietary and exercise habits.
Now I'd like to see the same research conducted on obese men and aging priests. In the meantime, lay low on those potato chips and sharpen your mind by eating healthy, staying active and empower yourself, focusing on your well-being.
“Researchers find link between weight gain and loss of mental skills”.
It’s focus was primarily on older women who they claim should maintain a low weight to keep their reasoning, memory and over-all mental skills high. According to Dr. Diana Kerwin of Northwestern University in Chicago, she and her research team found that obesity in and of itself is “an independent risk factor for cognitive performance”. Kerwin also stated, "Even if you do have normal blood pressure and you're not diabetic, it still should be something that's looked at as an independent risk factor for your brain health."
This reminded me of the “Nun Study”, where researchers gathered long-term data on over 600 nuns living in Minnesota. They found that 21 percent of the participants had lesions and plaques in their brains, which are key markings of memory disorders such as Alzheimer’s Disease. However, they lived their lives with no outward signs of Alzheimer’s or dementia. They also discovered that these nuns had happier and more positive outlooks on life, were better linguistics and had better dietary and exercise habits.
Now I'd like to see the same research conducted on obese men and aging priests. In the meantime, lay low on those potato chips and sharpen your mind by eating healthy, staying active and empower yourself, focusing on your well-being.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Summer Sizzles and the Book is Hot
The Single 101 Nation is hot and getting hotter with the summer temps on the rise. I want to send a shout out to everyone in Kansas City and thank dating expert and columnist Pamela E. Spencer for her review. Just click on the link to Kiss and Tell-Single 101- http://www.inkkc.com/node/22144
This week we also want to thank Barnes and Noble for their add. You can purchase a copy of "Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single" from their online catalog at http://www.barnesandnoble.com/
If you live in Central Ohio, join us for any of my upcoming book signing events during August and September. Paragraphs Book Store in Mount Vernon, The Westerville Library in Westerville and The Licking County Library in Newark are just a few stops along the way. Visit http://www.songsforcharliemusic.com/ and click on "Touring Schedule" for all the details.
As Pamela writes in her Kiss and Tell review of Single 101, summertime is usually for lovers, strolling through a park, eating ice cream and date nights at the movies, but it's also a great season for singletons. For the Single 101 Nation, summer is a time for peace and quiet, catching up on a good book you've been waiting to read while relaxing in your backyard hammock. Since the AC is cranked high right now, it's wonderful to be the master of the thermostadt!
The list goes on- ice cream ready for you and you alone in your freezer, hanging around the house wearing next to nothing or nothing at all, heading to a travel destination of your choice, taking a summer class and getting ahead before the fall semester or joining me for a Single 101-one-woman show. I'll save you a seat in the Single 101 Nation section!
When you think of summer, what's the best part of living the single lifestyle to you? Add your comment below, stay cool and enjoy this wonderful summer!
Celeste
This week we also want to thank Barnes and Noble for their add. You can purchase a copy of "Single 101: 101 Reasons to Celebrate Being Single" from their online catalog at http://www.barnesandnoble.com/
If you live in Central Ohio, join us for any of my upcoming book signing events during August and September. Paragraphs Book Store in Mount Vernon, The Westerville Library in Westerville and The Licking County Library in Newark are just a few stops along the way. Visit http://www.songsforcharliemusic.com/ and click on "Touring Schedule" for all the details.
As Pamela writes in her Kiss and Tell review of Single 101, summertime is usually for lovers, strolling through a park, eating ice cream and date nights at the movies, but it's also a great season for singletons. For the Single 101 Nation, summer is a time for peace and quiet, catching up on a good book you've been waiting to read while relaxing in your backyard hammock. Since the AC is cranked high right now, it's wonderful to be the master of the thermostadt!
The list goes on- ice cream ready for you and you alone in your freezer, hanging around the house wearing next to nothing or nothing at all, heading to a travel destination of your choice, taking a summer class and getting ahead before the fall semester or joining me for a Single 101-one-woman show. I'll save you a seat in the Single 101 Nation section!
When you think of summer, what's the best part of living the single lifestyle to you? Add your comment below, stay cool and enjoy this wonderful summer!
Celeste
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