Robert J. Sawyer receives the L. Ron Hubbard Lifetime Achievement Award!

 

Lifetime Achievement Award Winner!
Canada’s Top Science-Fiction Writer Honored!

    Robert J. Sawyer receives the L. Ron Hubbard Lifetime Achievement Award! 

Science-fiction writer and Canadian icon Robert J. Sawyer has been recognized once again for his contributions to science fiction literature and arts and culture.  Called the “Dean of Canadian Science Fiction” by The Ottawa Citizen, Sawyer has had numerous successes in his writing career including being the only Canadian to win all three major science fiction awards for best novel of the year: the Hugo Award, the Nebula Award, and the John W. Campbell Memorial Award.  Now, he has one more accolade to add to his list. 

On Friday, April 28, 2023, Sawyer received the L. Ron Hubbard Lifetime Achievement Award in conjunction with the 39th Annual Writers and Illustrators of the Future contest ceremony held at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, California. 

The writers who have previously won this award represent a Who’s Who of science fiction: Gregory Benford, Algis Budrys, Orson Scott Card, Anne McCaffrey, Larry Niven, Frederik Pohl, Jerry Pournelle, Mike Resnick, Robert Silverberg, and Jack Williamson. 

Emily Goodwin, Vice President of Public Affairs for Author Services, Inc., served as event producer and she presented the award to Rob, who has penned such science-fiction classics as Hominids, Quantum Night, and The Oppenheimer Alternative. 

L. Ron Hubbard was one of the founders of modern science fiction, and his short stories were a mainstay of the classic SF pulp magazines, including the famed Astounding Science Fiction (still published today as Analog Science Fiction and Fact). The Writers of the Future contest, now in its 40th year, was founded by him to encourage new authors of science fiction and fantasy. Rob  has served as a judge for the contest  since 2005. 

During his acceptance speech, Sawyer said, “Thank you all so very much! Although I entered this contest when I was starting out, I’ve only ever been on the stage here at the L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers and Illustrators of the Future Gala as a presenter, never an award recipient. I am thrilled to have finally made it! I thank John Goodwin, Emily Goodwin, Joni Labaqui, and everyone else at Author Services, Inc. from the bottom of my heart—which is beating awfully fast right now!” 

Robert J. Sawyer is a Canadian science-fiction author with twenty-five novels and three short-story collections to his name. He is the bestselling author of FlashForward, which was adapted as an ABC TV series, and he wrote the script for the series finale of the web series Star Trek Continues.  As a futurist, he’s consulted with NASA, spoken at Google’s headquarters, and advised Canada’s federal Department of Justice. 

Receiving a lifetime-achievement award would truly be a great accomplishment for anyone, but this is Sawyer’s fourth such award. He’s previously received lifetime achievement awards from the Canadian Science Fiction and Fantasy Association, the Mississauga Arts Council, and the Baltimore Science Fiction Society in conjunction with the estate of science-fiction grandmaster Robert A. Heinlein.The L. Ron Hubbard Lifetime Achievement Award is a wonderful addition that only emphasizes Sawyer’s dedication to the literary world of science fiction. 

Rob is available for interviews and appearances.  For media appearances, interviews, and/or book review requests please contact mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com by email or by phone at 403.464.6925 

The Robert J. Sawyer web site: sfwriter.com

Press kit (including photos and book covers): sfwriter.com/presskit.htm

OUT OF THE BOX, a childrens book of discovery and friendship by Lucia Matuonto

 

OUT OF THE BOX

A New World 

A childrens book of discovery and friendship by bestselling author and podcaster, Lucia Matuonto 

Released and published by Relatable Media!

The book will be available worldwide in all formats

 A fun and engaging children’s book about discovering new places, friendship, and exploring our wonderful world!

Welcome to Grey City! This is a city surrounded by walls with no trees, but full of factories, smog and dirt. Brother and sister Noah and Mila have lived here their whole life. On their daily walk, their dog Buster digs a hole under the city’s walls and escapes to the other side. Noah and Mila follow him and see a whole new world outside the little box they’ve grown up in. They discover the beautiful Green Town.

There they encounter new faces like Ali and Carol who show them what it’s like to breathe clean air, ride a bicycle and see trees everywhere you go.

Why have Noah and Mila never heard of Green Town before?

Out of the Box is the story of an adventure and discovery that allows children to connect with the environment through the eyes of Noah and Mila.

It shows us the importance of greener living and how pushing for change is possible! 

Outof The Box: A New World: Matuonto, Lucia, Tirado, Gabriella, Hafez, Maya, V,Hani: 9781954137462: Amazon.com: Books

This is not my first book of this author and I am always happy with everything she writes. I recommend it for you children 100% :) _ Jenn92 

As an author, I noticed loose similarities to well-known books, but I'll leave that interpretation to readers to discover for themselves!  This artful book has worldly value. I recommend it to children and adults.
- Tamara Miller Davis, author of "Despite the Buzz

 ABOUT LUCIA:

 

Lucia Matuonto is a bestselling author, host at The Relatable Voice Podcast and Uncut with Lucia by Worldauthors.org and children’s physiotherapist. Lucia’s writing journey started about 20 years ago when she wrote articles for magazines and had a successful blog. She was born in Brazil, studied and lived in 6 countries. Lucia Matuonto used to teach and treat children with motor and cognitive disabilities. The children she met inspired her to create an imaginary world, full of animals and fantasy. By observing the beach fauna in Florida, Lucia developed her characters, who are now present in many children’s lives. 

https://www.luciamatuonto.com/

https://www.worldauthors.org/

@therelatablevoice 

To request additional review copies or an interview with Lucia, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.   

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The Improv Mindset by the founder of Improv LA, Keith Saltojanes

 

The Improv Mindset

How to Make Improvisation your Superpower for Success 

 

A stunning debut by the founder of Improv LA,

Keith Saltojanes 

We improvise every day, but how many times do we get stuck in our heads overthinking?
Now you can learn how to leverage the skills of improv for your life.

Improv isn't just for actors, comedians, and writers, but is one of today’s most powerful tools for success in business, social situations, public speaking, communication, becoming a more fearless person, and just plain having more fun in life. Being able to think quickly on your feet, be in the moment, and to roll with any sudden changes makes any person more confident.

This book will break down these techniques with exercises you can practice both at home and put to use in real-life settings. You'll learn: 

·        Thinking (and responding) quicker

·        How to sharpen your sense of humor & creativity

·        Letting go of mental blocks to become more outgoing

·        Ways to initiate conversations when you don't know what to say

·        Making the most out of every moment (even when you’re nervous)

·        Owning your own personality and using it to accomplish your goals 

You don't have to be born witty to apply these methods, you just have to be taught them and that's what this book will do.

“A phenomenal resource for professionals of every type.” – Forbes

The Improv Mindset: How to Make Improvisation Your Superpower for Success - Kindle edition by Saltojanes, Keith, Improv-LA. Arts & Photography Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com 

The Improv Mindset: How to Make Improvisation Your Superpower for Success eBook : Saltojanes, Keith, Improv-LA: Amazon.ca: Kindle Store

 

 About Improv-LA

 

Since 2010, Improv-LA has emerged as the ultimate hub where actors and non-actors unite to unlock their full potential and thrive in their daily lives. With a powerful presence in the industry, collaborating with prestigious film studios like Walt Disney, Netflix, DreamWorks and NBC, we've solidified our position as trendsetters. Our dynamic classes cater to beginners and advanced learners, covering the art of improv, comedy writing, voice over, and an array of exciting disciplines. Our global reach has allowed us to impart invaluable lessons in embracing unconventional thinking and embracing a life of boundless creativity and unbridled fun.

4x Winner “Best Special Interest School & Instruction” - Los Angeles Community Awards

Named “Best Training Program & Best Instructors” - INNY Awards 

Winner “Coach of the Year” – Del Close Awards 

 

About Keith Saltojanes

Keith Saltojanes is the Founder of Improv-LA, the internationally known creative training center based in Los Angeles. He has taught improv techniques in over 10 countries and for executives at some of the biggest companies around (including Disney, Netflix, Amazon, IBM). He also has a Guinness World Record for the Longest Improv Show and was a writer for National Lampoon and for comedians from SNL, MADtv, In Living Color, and Mr. Show.

To request additional review copies or an interview with Keith Saltojanes, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com | 403.464.6925. 

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The Patient Routine, the newest statement of horror by Luna Rey Hall

 

The Patient Routine 

The newest statement of horror by critically acclaimed author, Luna Rey Hall 

Released and published by Brigids Gate Press

The book is available worldwide in e-format and paperback 

 

"Filled with frantic death energy. Entrancing, gruesome, and heartening too. hall's lyrical hospital saga shows that we are small inside the grandiose mortality machine."
— Hailey Piper, Bram Stoker Award-winning author of Queen of Teeth

Ashton is convinced they are dying. whether it be from cancer, heart disease, or a fungal infection, they know something bad is always about to happen. after a night of health-related panic attacks, & urged by a voice in their head, Ashton decides to check in to the ER again but when another patient is brought in with an unknown ailment that puts the entire hospital on lockdown, Ashton may be trapped in their worst nightmare.

Amazon.com: the patient routine eBook : hall, luna rey, Leggett, Elizabeth, Ellis, Stephanie: Books

the patient routine eBook : hall, luna rey, Leggett, Elizabeth, Ellis, Stephanie: Amazon.ca: Kindle Store

"A psychedelic, propulsive stream-of-consciousness narrative that feels at times claustrophobic, at times conspiratorial, and at all times curiously suspenseful. Unlike anything I've ever read."
— Nick Cutter, author of The Troop

"the patient routine is a merciless, anxiety-charged, possible-apocalypse, possible-zombie thriller, long narrative poem about the body in maddening conversation with itself. luna rey hall takes us through the terrifying halls of a hospital in lockdown while deftly exploring an immensely personal journey through the shifting realities of an over-medicalized mind, a body snared in systems that do not understand or serve it. The tension between inner and outer worlds is relentless and the body horror hits all the worst/best buttons while raising philosophical questions of identity and power. What a torturously smart little book."
— Joe Koch, author of The Wingspan of Severed Hands and Convulsive

 

About Luna Rey Hall: 

luna rey hall is a queer trans non-binary writer. they are the author of space neon neon space (Variant Lit, 2022), no matter the diagnosis (Game Over Books, 2023), the patient routine (Brigids Gate Press, 2023), and loudest when startled (YesYes Books, 2020), longlisted for the 2020 Julie Suk Award. they are the winner of the 2013 Patsy Lea Core in Memorial Award for Poetry. their poems have appeared in The Florida Review, The Rumpus, & Raleigh Review, among others. find more at lunareyhall.com. 

To request additional review copies or an interview with Luna Rey Hall, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.  

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New Release from Bestselling Author Craig DiLouie - DJINN

 

Craig DiLouie’s DJINN Releases June 16, 2023

May X, 2023 … Coming soon from bestselling horror author Craig DiLouie, Djinn is a supernatural military thriller that reimagines the witch for the War on Terror era, taking the reader on a journey into the heart of darkness that is both human and supernatural.

In the violent aftermath of the American withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021, a photojournalist arrives to learn the fate of the Witch Doctors, a fabled Army occult warfare unit. Holly believes her father, reported missing in action, ran this mysterious outfit that sought to weaponize black magic to win the War on Terror.

As the Taliban advances and the national government crumbles, Holly makes a harrowing journey into the deep desert to an abandoned base, which houses a terrifying secret. There, along with a group of American ex-soldiers, themselves cursed, she will face the ancient evil the Witch Doctors unleashed…

The terrors that live in the world of the djinn. The horrors that lurk in war itself.

Published by ZING Communications, Inc., Djinn releases June 16 in eBook and trade paperback exclusively through Amazon. Read by Garrett Michael Brown, the audiobook releases the same date.

About the Author

Craig DiLouie is a bestselling American-Canadian writer of military and speculative fiction, with self-published books as well as other works published by major publishers and small presses. His works have been nominated for major literary awards, translated into multiple languages, and optioned for screen adaptation. He is a member of Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, International Thriller Writers, and the Horror Writers Association. Learn more at www.CraigDiLouie.com.

To request additional review copies or an interview with Craig DiLouie, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.  

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Light Come Out of the Closet: Memoir of a Gay Soul the newest memoir from Dr. Roger Leslie

 

Light Come Out of the Closet:

Memoir of a Gay Soul 

Dr. Roger Leslie’s newest memoir that speaks to how he opened up his life and elevated his destiny! 

The book is published by Paradise Publishing and will be available this June worldwide in print and e-book format

  

Knowing as a boy that I was gay while growing up in a conservative religious environment left me confused, depressed, and eventually suicidal. Quite early, I came to terms with the fact that I was gay. But as a spiritual person, I assumed that my sexual orientation meant that I was fundamentally flawed and would have to live without love. 

That terrifying revelation directed me toward an unprecedented journey that opened my life and elevated my destiny. My determination to live—and love—lit my path on the journey that redefined my life, showed me what mettle I was made of, and revealed to me my soul. 

The rewards for recognizing my value and committing my energy to thriving rather than just surviving in secret have resulted in my becoming a prolific, award-winning author and renowned international speaker. 

Light Come Out of the Closet: Leslie, Roger: 9781941680087: Amazon.com: Books 

Light Come Out of the Closet: Leslie, Roger: 9781941680087: Books - Amazon.ca

 

More From Roger Leslie:

 

In response to a spiritual dream, Roger Leslie lived a year as if it were his last. New inspirations set his course for success, while heartbreaking loss gave him a palpable glimpse of eternity. Leslie shares his journey here as a guide for anyone seeking deeper meaning, richer love, and greater joy in life.

My First Last Year: Roger Leslie: 9781941680001: Amazon.com: Books

 

My First Last Year: Roger Leslie: 9781941680001: Books - Amazon.ca

 

 

About Roger Leslie:

 

Dr. Roger Leslie is a scholar in the fields of success and education. Through major literary houses, medium and small presses, and his own publishing house, Leslie has published fiction and nonfiction books in multiple genres: historical fiction, inspirational self-help, spirituality, writing and publishing, movie reference, teaching and librarianship, biography, history, and memoir.

 Leslie has won numerous national awards including ForeWord Book of the Year, The Ben Franklin Award, and Writer’s Digest’s #1 Inspirational Book of the Year. At its inaugural event, Leslie received the Houston Literary Award for his body of work.

Leslie is in demand as a teacher, coach, and keynote speaker. He leads FLY (First Last Year) courses based on his blockbuster memoir, My First Last Year. He draws from decades as an author, editor, and publisher to coach writers in groups and individually. He is also a sought-after speaker for his lively, entertaining keynotes relating award-winning movies to any topic or group.

In every book and presentation, Leslie entertains, inspires, and empowers people to live the life they dream and soar toward their own ideal of success. For more, visit RogerLeslie.com. 

To request additional review copies or an interview with Roger Leslie, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.   

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Introducing Make Money Your Thing with Financial Advisor, Kalee Boisvert

 

Make Money Your Thing

Ditch the shame and design your dream life 

With inspiration from her own life, Kalee Boisvert has developed an easy-to-use system for women, young and old, to take control of their finances.

 Making Money Your Thing Is Easier Than You Think . . 

 With inspiration from her own life, Kalee Boisvert has developed an easy-to-use system for women, young and old, to take control of their finances.

Make Money Your Thing is an approachable guide to take women on a journey from avoidance and overwhelm to feeling comfortable and in control of their finances. This book provides simple action steps to learn the basics of money management, understand the importance of balancing the books, and embrace the uniqueness of your own personal situation. The end result is women feeling good about where their finances are right now, and building a solid foundation for where you want to go in the future. When money is your “thing” you can feel completely at ease about making it work for you–and feel confident that your financial goals and dreams are all very possible.

With clear, simple steps, and easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll be making money your thing in no time!

Some of the concepts you’ll explore in the book.

● Transforming money mistakes into money wisdom

● Keep the focus on what you can control

● Step into your power: become a money boss

● Go on a date with your money

● Embrace your money uniqueness

Make Money Your Thing: Ditch the Shame and Design your Dream Life: Boisvert, Kalee: 9781738670284: Amazon.com: Books

Make Money Your Thing: Ditch the Shame and Design your Dream Life: Boisvert, Kalee: 9781738670284: Books - Amazon.ca 

About Kalee Boisvert

Kalee Boisvert has been in the financial industry for over 15 years, but her love of money started very young. Growing up in a single parent household, she watched her mom struggle with finances and wished there was something she could do to help. Around this time, she realized she needed to find her own way to save and earn if she wasn’t going to allow her circumstances to define her. And so, her own journey to financial literacy began.

Today, as a single mom and financially independent woman, Kalee is called to support women in their financial lives. She felt the pull toward a career that would allow her to pursue this deeply personal goal to advocate for women and their money, which led her on the path to becoming a financial advisor. Being an advisor allows her to work directly with women to empower and support them and help put an end to any money-related stress and doubts.  

To further her efforts supporting financial literacy, Kalee has two books being released in 2023 – a children’s picture book called MoneyWise Mabel’s Bursting Bank, and a non-fiction book called Make Money Your Thing! Which aims to build confidence and empower people in their financial lives.   

To request additional review copies or an interview with Kalee Boisvert, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com | 403.464.6925.   

We look forward to the coverage!