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Thursday, September 29, 2005


Picture of Nerfertiti Hands, Nefertiti of Nefertiti Designs designs each of her arts and crafts for all special occaissions with her gifted hands.


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AMAG Publisher Interviews Nefertiti of Designs by Nefertiti
AMAG Publisher James Lisbon of Awarenessmagazine.net interviews Nefertiti of Designs by Nefertiti

1) Nefertiti,Tell us about your business and what it entails? My business consist of arts and crafts which includes a variety of different creations based on special occassions or events in people's lives.

2) Nefertiti, Why and when did you start the business? I became interested in working in this field 10 years ago at my baby shower, when I had my daughter. Someone made me a cake made of pampers as a gift. I studied the pamper cake until I was able to master it. I went from making pamper cakes to creating other designs for different events; such as baby showers - Ex. pamper cakes, photo albums, baby ceramic, baby lollipops, bridal showers. I also started creating centerpieces, candy molding, pinons, ceramics, and wedding floral arrangements.

3) Nefertiti, How competitive is your business? It's very competitive based on products produced by others. A competitor may not have the same products that I produce, its important to create products that are not available to other competitors which give my business a special competive edge.

4) Nefertiti, there must be a personal joy or an emotional connection when one purchases one of your baskets. What is the most memorable event or purchase that your business has encountered. Every event has been memorable. It has been a new creation for me and it has allowed me to tap into my creativity on a greater level. If my clients are happy with my products than it enables me to advertise through positive word of mouth and customer satisfaction. Customizing my products to each client's needs generate future revenues and goodwill for my business.

5) Nefertiti, are your baskets made in bulk or on demand? It depends on the event for example - Valentine Day and Easter comes in bulk, then I have special request all year long.

6) Nefertiti, What are the price range of your baskets and what do you put inside your baskets? The prices range fro $25.00 and up. Several of my baskets consist of champagne, candles, body lotions, and picture frames, etc. Since I can customize any order, a lot of what I put into a particular basket depends on the background information that I get from the person who is purchasing the gift basket. Our aim is to please each customer. We put a tremendous amount of love and thought into each basket that we create for the customer. We want to exceed customer expections and make each purchase a memorable occaission.

7) Nefertiti, How important is economic freedom and expression in the African American community? It's very important being a single black mom, I'm able to express my God Given talents.

To contact Nefertiti, or to purchase gifts basket or other products by Nefertiti you may call us today at 917.945.7584 to place your special order. Nefertiti specializes in gifts for all occaissions (Weddings, Anniversaries, Birthdays, Sweet Sixteeen, Baby Showers, Valentine Day, Easter, Any Holiday including Christmas and New Years Day).



Vickie Stringer, Author/Owner, Triple Crown Publications

(New York, NY - October 3, 2005) Vickie Stringer, Author/Owner, Triple Crown Publications, often dubbed, the Queen of Urban Fiction, will share her expertise with attendees at the upcoming Self-Publishing Symposium: Strategies for Success! October 22, 2005 at Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York.

In addition, Stringer will also moderate a panel discussion that is set to address some of the major trends and issues surrounding the self-publishing industry.

Stringer who harbors a profound passion for helping others contacted Renee Flagler of Aspicomm Media after seeing an ad for the event in the September - October issue of Black Issues Book Review. Flagler immediately revamped the agenda to include an opportunity for Stringer to speak to the audience stating, ?Vickie Stringer represents the epitome of successful self-publishing. Her contribution to this event will not only add to an already impressive line-up of speakers, but will additionally offer tremendous value for all who attend.?

The self-publishing industry has experienced phenomenal growth over the past few years with some self-published authors gaining recognition beyond that of many mainstream authors. As the industry continues to grow there is an increasing need for access to market information and resources. The symposium, which is focused completely on the business of self-publishing, was designed to offer a forum for the exchange of essential information in an environment that is conducive to learning and networking. Authors and publishers will come away with skills and possibly new alliances that can help grow successful enterprises.

SELF-PUBLISHING SYMPOSIUM: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS
AGENDA

8:00 am - 9:00 am Breakfast & Registration
9:00 am - 9:15 am Welcome Address
9:15 am - 9:30 am Sponsor/Keynote Introduction
9:30 am - 10:30 am Keynote Address - Vickie Stringer, Author/Owner, Triple Crown Publications
10:30 am - 10:45 am Break
10:45 am -12:00 pm Workshops (Marketing, PR, Editing, Money & Finance)
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Luncheon
1:00 pm -2:15 pm Workshops (Marketing, PR, Editing, Money & Finance)
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm Afternoon Keynote Address - Takesha D. Powell, Author The African-American Writer's Guide to Successful Self-Publishing
3:15 pm - 3:30 pm Break
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Panel Discussion
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm Closing Reception

Space is limited, visit www.aspicomm.com/events.html and register today!

About "The Self-Publishing Symposium: Strategies for Success!"

The symposium will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at Hofstra University's Student Center, 112C 200 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549. Registration is $150. For details, visit http://www.aspicomm.com/ and click on events.

For sponsorship information, contact Carol Rogers or Brenda Piper of C&B; Books Distribution at [email protected]; or Renee Flagler at 516-642-5976 or [email protected].

About Vickie Stringer.

Rapidly becoming the literary industry's newest Renaissance woman, Vickie Stringer, Owner of Triple Crown Publications, has exploded onto the literary scene, and in a matter of two years has emerged a best selling author, publishing mogul and hip-hop fiction's foremost pioneer.

About Triple Crown Publications.

Triple Crown Publications (TCP) was founded in December 2002 by president and CEO, Vickie Stringer as a home-based business. Triple Crown Publications is an urban and hip-hop literature publishing company that services urban readers. The company purchases quality urban and hip-hop manuscripts, publishes and distributes them throughout the urban community and within mainstream literary circles. The company continues to grow and hopes to continually uplift and enlighten readers from around the country.

About Aspicomm Media, Inc.

Renee Flagler founded Aspicomm Media, Inc. (http://www.aspicomm.com/) in 2001 to provide essential information for the purpose of empowerment, education, entertainment and inspiration. Aspicomm Media family of products offers products and services in the areas of publishing, marketing and events.

About C&B; Books Distribution

C & B Books Distribution was founded by Carol Rogers and co-founded by Brenda Piper. C & B Books Distribution is one of the fastest growing online bookstores in the country. C & B Books web site is located at http://www.cbbooksdistribution.com/. C & B Books Distribution specializes in promoting best selling titles and works extensively with self-published authors.

About Black Issues Book Review

Black Issues Book Review is the premiere lifestyle magazine providing the critical link to the exploding world of books by, for, and about people of African descent. Black Issues Book Review is the only national large circulation forum solely dedicated to the discussion of fiction and nonfiction books by black authors, and to covering topics related to the culture, lifestyle and politics of the African Diaspora. Black Issues Book Review?Your Link to the World of Black Books.

To register today for the self-published symposium log on to www.aspicomm.com/register.pdf. For email inquiries email Renee Flagler at [email protected]. For telephone inquiries, please contact Caroline Rogers at 718-380-9555.

Note to Print Journalists:
Clippings would be appreciated. Please send clippings to:
Aspicomm Media, Inc. PO Box 1212, Baldwin, NY 11510




Novelist Joan Robertson Author of In The Winter of Her Season writes about triumph and hope

Brooklyn, New York - First-time Novelist Joan Robertson Author of In The Winter of Her Season writes about triumph and hope. Every year, publishers receive hundreds of thousands of manuscripts from would be authors, hoping for a chance at their first bestseller. Joan Robertson was no different. As a self-proclaimed conqueror of life's storms, Joan Robertson believes she was destined to write her first novel, In The Winter Of Her Season http://www.publishamerica.com/ , June 2005, softcover/$19.95). After years of work, Robertson's book is finally available.

The book chronicles the life of Sandra Hamilton, a young businesswoman, who travels to Massachusetts to help care for her cancer-stricken father. Upon arriving, Sandra is haunted by the ghosts of her childhood, and suffers many painful losses, causing her to spiral into deep-rooted despair. Through inspiration and the insight of a trusted confidant, Sandra comes to believe that she can transcend her challenges, cultivating a connection with her own inner voice and finally revealing her family's secrets. In the end, Sandra learns the lesson of forgiveness, and rediscovers faith, love, God, and herself.

Robertson believes her message is a timely one. Today, women suffer depression in far greater numbers than men, the result of stress, strain, pressure, and even abuse. "Sandra's journey is laced with heartache, but also humor and probing realism," says Robertson. "The story invites women to evaluate the trials of their lives, gaining wisdom, meaning, and strength from them."

Joan Robertson has twenty years of experience as a technical writer, but her love for creative writing as a tool for healing goes much farther. In addition to In the Winter of Her Season, Robertson is also a published poet.

Joan Robertson has participated in workshops by the international organization Voices in Action (Voices In Action is an internationaal organization providing assistance to adult and adolescent victums of child sexual abuse and other sexual trauma, including rape. They help victums become survivors and create accurate public awareness of the prevalence of child sexual abuse and other sexual trauma, its impact, and ways in which it can be prevented or stopped through educational programs), located in Cincinnati, Ohio,

Women's Health Expo and Film Festival at LIU's Brooklyn Campus, and other events around the country.

For more information, or to purchase a copy of In the Winter of Her Season, visit (http://www.joanrobertsonnovelist.com). Joan Robertson's novel is also available at http://www.cushcity.com, Hue-man's Bookstore, Sister's Uptown Bookstore which are located in Harlem, New York.




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