JUST IN: Author Joseph Henderson joins the Shadow Play Entertainment Family

Shadow Play Entertainment, the parent company of Conversations Book Club and Conversations LIVE! Radio, is pleased to announce that author Joseph Henderson is now being represented as a client of the organization.

Henderson is the author of the thought-provoking memoir I DON'T WANT TO DIE ALL ALONE and has chronicled his struggles, challenges and triumphs in a book that is sure to find an audience with individuals of all ages.

Recently the author appeared on Conversations LIVE! to talk about the book and his experiences.
https://www.blogtalkradio.com/conversationslive/2008/09/07/Conversations-LIVE-talks-with-author-Joseph-Henderson

His book was then reviewed by Conversations Book Club President Cyrus A. Webb in the Clarion Ledger Newspaper (the Rankin Ledger insert).


Henderson's book was also chosen as one of Conversations "Top 100 Reads of 2008" as well, an honor that was bestowed long before he joined the family.
http://readingmylips.blogspot.com/2008/10/just-in-conversations-reveals-its-top.html

"Joseph's book would be getting attention whether Conversations represented him or some other publicity organization," says Webb. "We are pleased, however, to be working with him in sharing the message of the book as well as to show off the changes in his life. I DON'T WANT TO DIE ALL ALONE is full of lessons discovered by a man who had decided that failure was not an option."

To find out more information about Joseph Henderson, visit http://www.joseph-henderson.com. To contact Joseph Henderson for interviews, speaking engagements or events, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Author Kia Stokes Graces The Front Page of Nov. 2008's BYRAM BANNER

It seems as though you can't go anywhere throughout the state of Missisisppi without hearing about or seeing signs of author Kia Stokes. She is featured on the front page of November 2008's BYRAM BANNER, making her the first author to be displayed in such a way this year.


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Are you outside of Mississippi? Don't worry! Kia Stokes book will soon be available in Texas, Georgia, Alabama and Louisiana. The book is also available online worldwide.

For more information about the author and the book, visit http://www.kiastokes.com. To book her for an interview or event, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Author Kia Stokes continues her UNBOUND book tour during November 2008

After enjoying incredible success during the month of October 2008 with the release of her debut novel UNBOUND, author Kia Stokes is gearing up for the second leg of her book tour during November 2008.


Those in Mississippi can find her at the following events:

* Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2008--- 11-2:00p.m. Booksigning/Discussion at Hinds Community College in Utica (Utica, MS).

* Sunday, Nov. 16, 2008 @ 3p.m. --- Interview during "The Beat" on 97.7 FM

* Sunday, Nov.16, 2008 @ 6p.m. --- Book discussion with JSU Campus Conversations Book Club at Jackson State University (H. T. Sampson Library)

* Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2008--- 5-7p.m. @ Family Christian Bookstore (South Jackson), 601.922.7644

* Friday, Nov. 21, 2008 --- JSU Bookstore Booksigning, 11:30-2p.m.

* Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008---11-2p.m., Milestone Bookstore (Pearl, MS),601.936.3513

For more information about Kia Stokes and UNBOUND, visit http://www.kiastokes.com. To book Kia for an interview, event or special occasion, contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Author Kia Stokes' UNBOUND reviewed by Jackson Advocate Newspaper

Author Kia Stokes' debut novel UNBOUND has been reviewed in the October 23-29, 2008 issue of the Jackson Advocate Newspaper.
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Thank you to Brinda Fuller Willis of the paper for the review. For more information, visit Kia Stokes online at http://www.kiastokes.com.

UPDATE: Author Kia Stokes sells out JSU Bookstore, expands to new stores

UPDATE: Mississippi Author Kia Stokes sold out JSU Bookstore's (Jackson, MS) 30 plus copies of her book UNBOUND in less than two hours on Thursday, October 23, 2008--- surprising the management and exciting booklovers by her presence.
In what was her first official booksigning since the book was released earlier in the month, Kia greeted visitors to the store, talked about her book and signed copies for patrons.
Missed Kia's visit or don't have your copy of the book? JSU Bookstore's stock has been replenished and can now be found at Milestone Christian Bookstore (Pearl, MS) and the Family Christian Bookstores in Jackson, MS and Ridgeland, MS.
Visit Kia online at http://www.kiastokes.com. For more information or to schedule meetings and interviews contact Cyrus A. Webb at cawebb4@juno.com or 601.896.5616.

Author Kia Stokes enjoys success from her debut novel UNBOUND

On Tuesday, October 7, 2008 Mississippi author Kia Stokes took a bold step and released her debut novel UNBOUND into the world. The official release took place at the Pearl Public Library at an event hosted by Conversations Book Club.

"I'm proud of this project," Stokes said to the book lovers, family and friends that were there for the event. "This book is for anyone who has ever been entangled in any situation that they thought was hopeless. Unbound lets you know that their is always a way out when you look outside yourself."

The author is quick to tell readers that this is not a book to be labeled as just another 'Church tale'. "My characters are like you and me," she says. "They are ordinary people who have their struggles while at the same time trying to be true to their faith."

Cyrus A. Webb, Conversations Book Club President, agrees with Stokes. "There are so many issues that she addresses in this book that there is truly something for everyone. Conversations is pleased to see someone tackle themes so intense in their literary debut."

Webb plans to incorporate the issues with his various groups. He also chose the book as one of its "Readers Choice Selections", his organizations' logo displayed prominently on the cover of each book "I put my stamp of approval on this one," he says. "Readers of all walks of life will not be disappointed with this one."

Others seem to agree with Webb's assessment. Popular radio station 95.5 Hallelujah FM in Mississippi also chose UNBOUND as their "Book of the Month" for their book club for the month of October 2008. Stokes' book was also discussed by Southern Girls Book Club (below)earlier in the month as well.

On Thursday, October 23, 2008 she held a booksigning at JSU Bookstore, her first official one since the release. With events planned throughout the rest of 2008 and new opportunties opening up literally everyday, Webb believes that the skies are the limits for Kia Stokes' talent.

The book is now available for ordering at any major bookstore and copies can be found in Mississippi at the JSU Bookstore in Jackson and Milestone Bookstore in Pearl.

For more information about Kia Stokes and her book UNBOUND, visit http://www.kiastokes.com.

BREAKING: Author Kia Stokes novel is now UNBOUND in the World

On Tuesday, October 7, 2008 Mississippi author Kia Stokes took a bold step and released her debut novel UNBOUND into the world. The official release took place at the Pearl Public Library at an event hosted by Conversations Book Club.
"I'm proud of this project," Stokes said to the book lovers, family and friends that were there for the event. "This book is for anyone who has ever been entangled in any situation that they thought was hopeless. Unbound lets you know that their is always a way out when you look outside yourself."
The author is quick to tell readers that this is not a book to be labeled as just another 'Church tale'. "My characters are like you and me," she says. "They are ordinary people who have their struggles while at the same time trying to be true to their faith."
Cyrus A. Webb, Conversations Book Club President, agrees with Stokes. "There are so many issues that she addresses in this book that there is truly something for everyone. Conversations is pleased to see someone tackle themes so intense in their literary debut." Webb plans to incorporate the issues with his various groups. He also chose the book as one of its "Readers Choice Selections", his organizations' logo displayed prominently on the cover of each book "I put my stamp of approval on this one," he says. "Readers of all walks of life will not be disappointed with this one."

Others seem to agree with Webb's assessment. Popular radio station 95.5 Hallelujah FM in Mississippi also chose UNBOUND as their "Book of the Month" for their book club for the month of October 2008.

With events planned throughout the rest of 2008 and new opportunties opening up literally everyday, Webb believes that the skies are the limits for Kia Stokes' talent.

For more information about Kia Stokes and her book UNBOUND, visit http://www.kiastokes.com.