Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
Borders Taking Reservations for 'Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows'
ANN ARBOR, Mich., Dec. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harry Potter devotees were given a holiday surprise today as author J.K. Rowling unveiled the title of the seventh book in the popular series -- "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows." Despite the fact that before today, no title had been announced, and there still remains no specific publication date or price, Borders began taking reservations for the highly anticipated book as of Dec. 8 in its stores nationwide.
In addition, since that time, Borders has featured a link on its http://www.bordersstores.com web site at http://www.bordersstores.com/features/feature.jsp?file=harrypotter7 allowing customers to sign up for email notification as soon as the book is ready to reserve online. This link will be emailed directly to millions of Borders customers today as well.
Source: Borders, Inc.
"We understand the deep devotion our customers have to Harry Potter and know that anticipation for this book has been building since the sixth book was released in 2005," said Borders Senior Vice President Linda Jones. "That's why in early December we began taking reservations in our stores for the seventh book and also began offering customers the opportunity to sign up for email notification as soon as the book is available to be reserved online as well. Borders is taking the lead with Harry Potter and we are sensing real excitement from our customers in response, even though we do not yet know when this book will be released. That's the kind of passion readers have for Harry Potter and we share their anticipation!"
"We understand the deep devotion our customers have to Harry Potter and know that anticipation for this book has been building since the sixth book was released in 2005," said Borders Senior Vice President Linda Jones. "That's why in early December we began taking reservations in our stores for the seventh book and also began offering customers the opportunity to sign up for email notification as soon as the book is available to be reserved online as well. Borders is taking the lead with Harry Potter and we are sensing real excitement from our customers in response, even though we do not yet know when this book will be released. That's the kind of passion readers have for Harry Potter and we share their anticipation!"
About Borders, Inc.
Borders is a subsidiary of Borders Group, Inc. (NYSE: BGP - News) a $4 billion retailer of books, music, movies and stationery items that trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BGP. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Borders Group, through its subsidiaries, operates more than 1,300 Borders and Waldenbooks stores and employs more than 34,000 people worldwide who serve more than 30 million customers each year. More information on the company is available at http://www.bordersgroupinc.com .
Source: Borders, Inc.
New Childrens Book Helps Children Understand Peers Dealing with ADHD and Autism Spectrum; Benefits Charity
A children's book that deals with the serious issues of Autism, PDD, and ADHD. The soothing illustrations, soft tone and bright characters will leave your child with an open mind, and a light heart - one of compassion and understanding. 50% of royalties from this book go to "Autism Speaks."
St. Louis, MO, December 20, 2006 --(PR.COM)-- Have you ever encountered a child who acts differently, such as being bossy, screaming, disrespecting his parents, and asked yourself, why does this child behave like this? Is it uninformed parenting or something else altogether?
Parents and teachers alike will discover a helpful tool in dealing with these situations in the new childrens book entitled, Why Is He Different?
Why Is He Different is about a young boy in the 1st grade named Kyle who suffers from ADHD. Kyles unique qualities endear him to his classmates at times, and disturb them at others. The story is told through the eyes of his best friend, a compassionate young boy who despite knowing Kyles differences befriends him.
This book was inspired by Linda Fox, the mother of a boy whose life is very similar to that of the child in this story. Mrs. Foxs son endured much of the same misunderstandings and teasing that many children do who are diagnosed with conditions within the Autism Spectrum.
The storys purpose is to bring about awareness and provide a forum that will open up discussions and promote tolerance and acceptance of these children whose disabilities may not be understood by school-age children. The publishing team for this book have pledged to give 50 percent of all royalties to go to an organization called Autism Speaks. A group dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder.
According to the Autism Speaks website, "Autism Speaks brings the autism community together as one strong voice to urge the government and private sector to listen to our concerns and take action to address this urgent global health crisis. It is our firm belief that, working together, we will find the missing pieces of the puzzle."
This book will be available in major bookstores very soon, but advance copies may be purchased from Athse Publishing or from their distributor Lulu.com
Please refer to ISBN 0-9781-4753-7.
To arrange a book signing or interview, contact Linda Fox at 314-440-9952.
To arrange a book signing or interview, contact Linda Fox at 314-440-9952.
About the Authors
Kristine Byrnside is an Arkansas native, but has live the past 12 years in Illinois. She is also a former journalist and editor for the U.S. Air Force. She is the mother of two first graders and spends much of her time writing and volunteering at her childrens school. She is the author of Lillys Lollipops and is currently writing a new childrens series entitled, Lessons Learned by Harry McParry.
Kristine Byrnside is an Arkansas native, but has live the past 12 years in Illinois. She is also a former journalist and editor for the U.S. Air Force. She is the mother of two first graders and spends much of her time writing and volunteering at her childrens school. She is the author of Lillys Lollipops and is currently writing a new childrens series entitled, Lessons Learned by Harry McParry.
Linda Fox was born and still lives in St. Louis, MO, has served in the Missouri National Guard for over 20 years, and has two children at home, one of which has ASD and ADHD. She is the author of Internally Love Shines, Big Brother Little Brother, and Rainbow Surprises which is in pre-publication.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Linda Fox, lindafox99@att.net, 314-440-9952
www.athsepublishing.com
Contact Information
Kris Byrnside
618-624-4085
kbyrnside@charter.net
www.athsepublishing.com
Linda Fox, lindafox99@att.net, 314-440-9952
www.athsepublishing.com
Contact Information
Kris Byrnside
618-624-4085
kbyrnside@charter.net
www.athsepublishing.com
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