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New Website Launched Lists 2,400 Irish Bars In North America
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Friday, 05 February 2010 11:10

February 4, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- Irish bars are well known for their ‘buzzing' atmosphere, good craic and great beer. Irish brewers, Strangford Lough Brewing Company (SLBC) have taken the stress out of finding the best one to go to in any city and the result is a website featuring 2,400 Irish bars and taverns in over 50 states. Now, Irish bars from Boston to Seattle and Tel Aviv to Kathmandu, have one thing in common, they are all listed in www.irishbeerfinder.com.

The launch of this website is due to coincide with the launch of two of their Irish beers, St Patrick' s Best Ale and Legbiter Ale. Not only are they aiming to supply bars in 20 states inside a few months with their Irish ales, they are now trying to direct customers to Irish bars in all 50 states to celebrate the launch! For a small brewery from Ireland, they are intent on making large waves on the other side of the Atlantic.

Irish bands are already submitting their gig dates to be listed, allowing people to see which bars have live music playing. Picture the scene, while visiting some friends in a new city, the user searches online for "Irish Bar in Long Beach, California," instead of a list of bar names they have neither heard of or know of, the search reveals that the Galway Hooker band are playing in the Auld Dubliner next Saturday night and now they have the beginnings of a great night out.

Paul Wilson of the Galway Hooker band commented, "Its' great advertising for Irish bands as well, our fans have somewhere else to hear about our gig dates and we can even list our contact information on the site for other bars, to increase our bookings."

What is hoped to continue to be the biggest directory of Irish bars in the USA will soon be made available for anyone to use in any state in North America. Emma McCarey, Marketing Executive at Strangford Lough Brewing Company said, "We have made Irish Beer Finder an unbiased search engine for Irish venues in America. It is very easy to use and with features allowing bars to show their menus, events, photos and even promotions, we are hoping it will become the ‘Wikipedia' of Irish Beer."

Tony Davies, Managing Director of SLBC commented "The directory is the biggest of its kind and features over 2,400 Irish themed bars across all 50 US states. Irish Beer Finder.com is also free to use - for bars to be listed and for users to find their nearest Irish beer." Tony continued "We have even included a review system allowing customers to rate the Irish bars they have visited, which will give other customers an indication on the best venues for a night out."

Bars are listed by address, zip code or area, and the site provides a range of details and maps so anyone can contact or easily find their way to any of the premises in the directory. A selection of Irish quizzes are also available on the site which can be downloaded for pub quizzes, fundraisers or family gatherings, to test everyone's knowledge on Ireland.

Strangford Lough Brewing Company also recently ran an online Battle of the Bands (BOTB1) competition with the prize of a trip and gig in Las Vegas for the winning band. Grace Mercer, BOTB1 organiser said, "Battle of the Bands was a great success! Over 60 bands entered our Irish Music competition and the winning band, "The Rogues" will be performing in Diablo's, Light Management Group (LMG) in Las Vegas on St Patrick's Day 2010. BOTB1 gave us the opportunity to talk to Irish bars across the USA, all of which are featured in Irish Beer Finder. Look out for Battle of the Bands 2 which will be launched soon with an amazing prize of a trip to Ireland for the winning band."

To find an Irish Bar in North America, Irish Beer Finder will certainly point users in the right direction. SLBC plan to expand the Irish Beer Finder database to include Irish bars in other countries including Canada shortly. To enter bar details on this site, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For further information about Strangford Lough Brewing Company visit www.slbc.ie. You can also follow them on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ StrangfordLoughBrewingCompany) and on Twitter (www.twitter.com/Irishbeerman).

ENDS

Contact: Emma McCarey, Marketing Executive, SLBC Ireland
Phone: +44 (0) 28 4482 1461
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About SLBC
Strangford Lough Brewing Company was established in 2004 by Tony Davies and Bob Little in Ireland. SLBC is based in Killyleagh, Co. Down. Currently selling beer in Ireland the UK and Norway, SLBC has developed a unique method of exporting its product from Ireland, not in bottles, but in a concentrated form. This makes SLBC's Immigrant Beer one of the freshest on the market, while still containing all the goodness of Ireland.

There are SLBC Licensees throughout North America who are launching St Patrick's Best and Legbiter in February across the United States. For more information please visit our website www.slbc.ie

SLBC owns the registered trademark for St. Patrick's for ale, beer, lager and stout in the United States.


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An Explosion of Books
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Friday, 05 February 2010 11:10
Saturday, February 6, 2010 starting at 11:00 a.m. (EST) on "Off The Shelf Radio" (blogtalkradio.com/Denise-Turney-) Denise Turney will sit down with Charles Chatmon and talk about this year's upcoming Los Angeles Black Book Expo. The two literary artists and entrepreneurs will also discuss ways that up-and-coming authors can break into the book industry, build a readership and increase their literary revenue.

Listeners who tune into the one-hour feature interview will learn about new trends impacting the book industry and proven marketing strategies they can use to grow their sales. "Off The Shelf" listeners will also learn about the impact that their own life experiences have on their fictional writings, a fact that writers can access to strengthen their stories and gain more readers.

"Charles Chatmon is the executive director for the Los Angeles Black Book Expo, an event that is going into its sixth year," Turney shares. "Charles is an educator and an author. Because of that he knows the book industry from the executive's and the author's point of view," Turney adds.

In addition to working as an educator a literary business leader, Charles Chatmon is also the author of the books The Depths of My Soul and The Voices of South Central. He is a co-founder of the California Writers Collective (CWC).

"I encourage listeners of Off The Shelf to write down points that Charles Chatmon shares during the interview that resonate with them. This will allow them to build a body of valuable tips, advice and insight from proven literary professionals as they continue to tune into the show," Turney advises. "The amount of time and money this can save a writer may well be immeasurable," Turney confides. "Points shared on Off The Shelf can help writers around the world to move their own literary careers forward."

Denise Turney is the author of the books Portia, Love Has Many Faces, Spiral, Long Walk Up and Love Pour Over Me (due out early 2010). Turney is also the founder of The Book Lover's Haven, the international literary periodical that spotlights new, established and seasoned writers, editors, literary agents and other movers and shakers in the literary industry.

Using her personal finances, Denise Turney started the Annual Chistell Writing Contest. Now in its 10th year, the contest is open for submissions through Chistell Publishing (http://www.chistell.com).

Last month Denise Turney founded The Book Lover's Haven Network (http://booklovershaven.ning.com) to allow writers and book lovers to connect directly with each other, learn about job openings and post information about their books and upcoming events. Membership in the Network is free and open to writers and readers around the world.

On Saturday, February 6, 2010 beginning at 11:00 a.m. (EST) Charles Chatmon and Denise Turney will connect for an hour during the live on-air feature radio interview at "Off The Shelf." Listeners can connect to the interview live by dialing 347-994-3490. They can also connect to the live feature interview thru the Internet at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Denise-Turney-


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Mike The Pike Productions Orders Up With Notable Awareness Firm Through Q1
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
LOS ANGELES, CA (MMD Newswire) January 27, 2010 -- Mike The Pike Productions, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: MIKP) is pleased to announced that it has extended its service agreement with Shakerz and Moverz, Inc. for 8-12 weeks with compensation paid incrementally through the term. This will effect seamlessly at the end of an initial 3-day contract which was set forth to assess their overall abilities in the market.

MTP Prods CEO Mark B. Newbauer comments, "I am thrilled to have been introduced to Jim Meagher, founder of www.ShakerzandMoverz.com, whose services include viral marketing, awareness strategies and market consulting. I've gone personally out of pocket to pay for sample campaigns over the last few months with various companies. Many, in my opinion, should be ashamed of the expectations they create in their marketing materials vs. the level of effective service they provide. We never figured on finding a firm that could demonstrate their abilities in such an efficient manner as we have in Shakerz and Moverz, Inc., whose founder, Jim Meagher, has a widely recognized ability to passionately and effectively convey their message to tens of thousands of followers via social media outlets, electronic newsletters, emails, web communities and message boards."

Shakerz and Moverz will fit nicely as an appropriate component for MTP Prods' business model and goals for consistent growth in value and overall market cap. Newbauer feels they've found "a perfectly capable partner which will complement efforts by others we work with such as Investment Nation and theSCR.com, among others, by building a solid core audience as we continue to release achievements and developments in this crucial initial growth stage. This helps set precedence for a thriving media conglomerate with diversified streams of revenue."

Newbauer is committed to ensuring this as a collectively beneficial move for the company and its shareholders: "In our research, we find that the majority of companies have made the most of Shakerz and Moverz successes with short-term campaigns using them to simply fuel a burst of volume facilitating an 'escape plan' for a failed business model. We can't fault the awareness campaign for this, as they have no final say as to what a company does with its increased exposure. Understandably, there may be concerns about alterations to our share structure in the near future; in doing our part to ensure investor confidence and sustainable growth in line with progress updates and awareness strategies, I want to make it a clear commitment to shareholders that Mike The Pike Productions will not increase its Authorized Shares nor its Outstanding Shares for the duration of our Agreement with Shakerz and Moverz, Inc. through Q1 and we will be transparent with any decisions thereafter if, for any reason, there is a need in the future for restructure of any kind."

On that note, Shakerz and Moverz founder Jim Meagher states that he is particular as to who they will work with on long-term campaigns, stating, "It's important that you work to help your clients achieve their goals. There are many we can make aware of any company, but few companies which will captivate an audience with a competent and compelling business model necessary to catalyze growth and sustain market appeal. We feel that Mike The Pike is one of those companies, and worthy of our extended efforts." MTP has multiple divisions, each with its own set of projects, growth rates and unique mass appeal including reliable low-overhead, high margin brands such as Indiana's Got Talent to valuable IP and licensed technology like CopSwap, The Skin Trade or Serve Nation, with a focus in the Entertainment Industry. MTP Prods' Motion Pictures and Concerts/Events, both contain aggressive risk mitigation strategies including use of tax credits, sponsorships, worldwide pre-sale figures and in-kind gifts and locations which can also increase overall production value, which is a key factor in perceived value when marketing to Buyers.

Want to know what MTP is all about? Check out www.mikethepikeprods.com

$MIKP MTP productions can also be followed on Twitter @MTPPRODS

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Company's New Media Division Secures Members of FWPD for Step-by-Step Web Release
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
LOS ANGELES, CA (MMD Newswire) January 26, 2010 -- Mike The Pike Productions, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: MIKP) New Media division has successfully organized a focus group of police officers from Los Angeles, Fort Wayne and Chicago for a commitment to provide feedback on a semi-weekly basis for CopSwap.org (formerly theCopSwap.com), MTP's premier community website geared toward Law Enforcement officials (LEOs) and Civilians with interest in the field.

Their first session was held yesterday at MTP's Fort Wayne home office with one of the original founders of The Cop Swap, Fort Wayne Police Officer Jonathan Horne who originally developed the concept with another officer as a web auction site geared toward Sworn Officers from every branch of Law Enforcement including Police Officers, U.S. Marshalls, Sheriff's Departments, DEA, FBI and ATF to name a handful. "The concept is simple, but the need is underserviced, with over 1 million law enforcement officials, most of which will, more than once, have the need to get rid of used equipment, clothing, weaponry, etc. in exchange for an upgrade, new size or what have you," states Horne. "More so, you can't buy a baton on eBay. You can't buy a baton on craigslist. But you can buy a baton, or a gun, or ammunition, or a bullet proof vest, flashlights, pepper spray, etc. on CopSwap through a detailed verification process the site requires for Law Enforcement Officers."

MTP plans to slowly grow the private beta users over the next few weeks as Newbauer and MTP New Media President Tim Bredemeyer oversee the site to completion by Spring 2010. Bredemeyer comments, "It's important to note -- when you visit the site now, you will land, not on the planned Home page, but rather on the Auction feature of the website which is currently being tested by our focus group and open to anyone and everyone to register for signup request as it's completed. We've decided, for the sake of shareholders, it would be best to release the site in phases, so as to demonstrate the progress as it happens, capturing opt-in user data through registration requests all the while."

The team strives for the site to become the best of the best in its category. Bredemeyer explains, "Because of our dedication towards creating a site focused around their needs, copswap.org will not only stand out from our competition but will be widely used by police officers and civilians, creating a large market base of users to overcome our competitors. In addition, we are implementing an aggressive grass-roots and online marketing campaign, additional profit portals and overall improved usability and aesthetic appeal."

The current market leader, www.Officer.com, owned by Cygnus Business Media, is a site the Focus Group unanimously agrees that, despite the fact that they use the site from time to time, it's "a (expletive) eyesore at best," according to one member.

Bredemeyer continues, "CopSwap will be crisp and clean, user-friendly with creative, effective ad placement and additional sources of revenues such as auction success fees, FFL, ammo and firearm kickback fees from retailers, original merchandise, services, subscriptions and mobile phone applications. Officer.com, with a model to greatly improve upon, has none of these elements; yet they average over 600,000 visitors per month which can be translated, conservatively, to roughly $400,000+ in annual revenue. We'll be releasing our three-year projections for CopSwap soon as final elements and proposed tech add-ons are researched and tested for market viability."

The site will be continually developed to completion and changes may occur consistently throughout the day at times. Over the next week, visitors can expect to see the implementation of an official logo, additional auction items and the initiation of additional site components and features. This site will be extensive and serve not only a niche audience with Sworn Law Enforcement Officials, but also a robust selection of information and activities for Civilians such as Crime Tip reporting, events, evidence auctions, News, Videos, Games, Quizzes and Q&A with officials from various branches of service. "The goal here is to create a site with a prestige and exclusivity factor for LEOs while building bridges between civilians and the LEO community via education and interaction," states Mark B. Newbauer, MTP CEO/President.

"www.CopSwap.org is in its infancy stages as we only recently acquired the IP. We then took the basic concept and decided it would be best as an added-value to a comprehensive site for Officers and Civilians alike. The added-value here is significant because there are a handful of auction sites that cater to selling police clothing and gear; however, there are no sites, to date, that serve as an overall Officer community featuring the previously mentioned competitive advantages that will be part of CopSwap.org. A big one being the ability to sell Firearms, ammunition and other enforcement gear on the auction site," says Newbauer.

He continues, "We are partnering with both ammunition retailers and Firearm brokers to provide both 'get it now' and 'bid on it' stores and auctions, and will be electing a board of directors for CopSwap which will include Police Officers and otherwise. MTP is also in the process of contracting with and/or listing services for/from multiple FFL (Federal Firearms Licensed) dealers so as to be the one and only comprehensive niche Law Enforcement Community site with the ability to sell Firearms. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Agency has set forth a strict policy in which firearms ordered via mail order and online, among other methods, must pass through an FFL dealer for interstate transfer in order to be legally transacted."

Want to know what MTP is all about? Check out www.mikethepikeprods.com

$MIKP MTP productions can also be followed on www.Twitter.com/mtpprods

Safe Harbor: This release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements contained in this release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements are inherently uncertain. Actual performance and results may differ materially from that projected or suggested herein due to certain risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, ability to obtain financing and regulatory and shareholder approvals for anticipated actions.

Contact:
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The Michael Jackson Tribute Comic Book Sells Out Again And Goes Back For A Fourth Printing
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
January 28, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- The third collector's edition tribute featuring Michael Jackson has sold out and going back for a fourth printing. "Tribute: Michael Jackson, King of Pop" is scheduled to hit comic shops, Amazon and newsstands the first part of February.

"We are tremendously proud over the reception this book has enjoyed with Jackson's fans. We believe it is a fitting tribute to his career, his legacy and his memory," said Bluewater president Darren G. Davis.

A third printing of the book will be released with a "Bad" inspired new cover by Giuseppe Mazzola, a member of Jackson's official fan club.

The book traces Jackson's rise as a musical prodigy with the "Jackson 5" through his tragic passing in June. The book features highlights from his storied career and covers his enigmatic private life.

Next month Bluewater will be releasing graphic novel version of Harry Potter writer, JK Rowling. Upcoming biography comics include Ellen DeGeneres, Bill Clinton & "Twilight's" Stephenie Meyer.

Comic book stores can order this new edition. To find a comic book store near you, use the comic book shop locator. Call 888-COMIC-BOOK or click on http://www.comicshoplocator.com/

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Sonia Sotomayor Gets Illustrated For New Comic Book This April
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
February 2, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- Sonia Sotomayor made history in the summer of 2009: That's when she took her seat as the first Hispanic justice on the U.S. Supreme Court. This April Bluewater Productions will feature her journey, profiling Sotomayor in the latest edition of its Female Force biographical comics.

Sotomayor's rise to the highest court in the land is a truly inspirational tale. Because of this, it is a perfect fit for Bluewater Productions' Female Force series of biographical comics.

In April, Bluewater will ship Female Force: Sonia Sotomayor, a 32-page comic, to retailers across the country. This will give readers a chance to join writer Robert Schnakenberg and artist Cesar Feliciano as they trace Sotomayor's journey from the Bronx to the Supreme Court.

"Sonia Sotomayor's story illustrates everything that is right about the United States," said Bluewater President Darren G. Davis. "Sotomayor came from a poor family. Her father didn't even speak English. Yet she has risen to become one of the most powerful people in the country, all because she worked hard."

Female Force: Sonia Sotomayor is the latest in Bluewater Productions' Female Force line of biography comics about female empowerment. Previous issues have profiled Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, talk show giant Oprah Winfrey, former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin and Twilight author Stephenie Meyer. The series is one of Bluewater's most successful, with several issues, including one focusing on First Lady Michelle Obama, selling out of multiple print runs.

"I'm proud to bring to life the story of Sonia Sotomayor," Davis said. "As with all of our Female Force comics, I hope her story provides inspiration to others."

About Bluewater Productions

Bluewater Productions Inc. is one of the top independent production studios of comic books, young adult books and graphic novels. Its extensive catalog of titles includes the bestsellers "10th Muse" and "The Legend of Isis" "Bluewater publishes comic books in partnership with entertainment icon William Shatner ("Tek War Chronicles"), Logan's Run and celebrated actor Vincent Price ("Vincent Price Presents"), Additionally, Bluewater publishes a highly successful line of biographical comics under the titles "Female Force" and "Political Power."

Bluewater aims to unite cutting-edge art and engaging stories produced by its stable of the publishing industry's top artists and writers.

Following its commitment to green publishing, Bluewater comic books are printed on Forest Stewardship Council certified paper. FSC certification guarantees that the paper used in Bluewater books contains fiber from well managed and responsibility harvested forests that meet strict environmental and socioeconomic standards.

For more information, visit www.bluewaterprod.com.

Jason M. Schultz / Executive VP
Bluewater Productions INC
11500 NE 76th Street Suite A3
Vancouver, WA 98662
Direct Line: 360-828-1696
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New "Faith" Comic Book Draws Inspiration From Jesus, Others
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
January 28, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- Many who went to Sunday school may remember comic books about the life of Jesus as a great and entertaining way to understand the life of the Lord and Savior. Now Bluewater Productions, an independent comic book publisher, is launching "Faith," a new series featuring the biographies of various biblical and religious figures.

The inaugural issue, which features Jesus Christ, will be available in April just before the Easter holiday. Future issues will feature such iconic heroes as King David and highlight various religious leaders throughout history.

"The book highlights different aspects of the life of Christ to show that Jesus of Nazareth was more than just a great man in history, but proof of a providential force at work in the universe," said issue author Don Smith.

According to Bluewater President Darren G. Davis, the idea to do religion-themed biographies came while promoting "Female Force," a comic book biography series telling the stories of influential female leaders.

"We were showing people who never or rarely picked up comics that the books could be an effective and educational primer into the lives of people who are shaping our social, cultural and political landscape," Davis said. "It occurred to me that there is one biography whose influence has shaped millions and millions of people; and now He has a Bluewater biography!"

The upcoming issue, written by Smith, features the art of Ryan Johnson and a special cover by well-regarded Christian artist Mike S. Miller.

"This book is for and about those who inspire faith. Whether they draw their inspiration from Jesus, Moses, Buddha or those that followed their teachings, I want "Faith" to be seen as a tool that spreads the best messages of religion: love, tolerance, harmony and respect. I want it to be a learning tool as much as a fascinating read with excellent artwork," Davis added.

In addition to the Faith line of comics, Davis also announced the soon-to-be-released reprinted packaging of several vintage, inspirationally-themed comics from the 1940's and 50's. "Treasure Chest of Fun and Fact" was a popular comic series distributed to parochial schools for nearly thirty years. Bluewater will be creating several graphic novel-length issues from this "treasure chest" of the past. Media Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Club-Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites Announces A New Romance Package In Time For Valentines Day
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
February 2, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- Club-Hotel Nashville's new Romance Package is one of the best values in Nashville! For only $99.95, Guests receive deluxe accommodations in a two room Suite, a box of delicious gourmet chocolates from Nashville's Famous "Colts" Chocolates, Rose petals on your bed, and a bottle of your choice of chilled Champagne, or Sparkling Wine. A hot Southern buffet breakfast is also included in your package.

A wonderful way to celebrate romance, whether it's your anniversary, Valentine, or just a special romantic evening. Club-Hotel Nashville, is located nearby the Nashville Airport and Opryland area, convenient to area attractions and dining. Package is valid through 3/1/10.

Club-Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites, is a deluxe large hotel affiliated to KNA Hotel Company, where fantastic guest service and great amenities abound including:

o A full hot Southern buffet breakfast
o Evening cocktails at the Manager's reception (Mon-Sat 5pm -7pm)
o Complimentary airport transfers to and from hotel
o Complimentary Hi-Speed Wi-Fi internet
o Indoor heated whirlpool
o Outdoor pool in Garden Courtyard
o Meeting rooms & services
o Special Corporate and Group rates
o Other packages and specials

For Reservations: call 615-883-0500

Book your room at http://www.nashvilleclubhotel.com

Contact: Ted Diehlmann
Club-Hotel Nashville Inn & Suites
2435 Atrium Way
Nashville, TN 37214 , USA
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Twilight's Robert Pattinson Stars In Fame Comic Book
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
February 2, 2010 (MMD Newswire) -- Millions know English actor Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen, the vampire with a conscience in the films Twilight and The Twilight Saga: New Moon, the fantasy/romance movies based on Stephenie Meyer's famous book series.

But there's more to Pattinson than fake fangs, faraway looks and tousled hair. Pattinson is an accomplished musician, a former model and an actor who's played both a wizard at Harry Potter's Hogwarts School and the artist Salvador Dali.

Bluewater Productions in May will ship FAME: Robert Pattinson to comic book shops and retailers across the country. This 32-page comic will trace Pattinson's career from his first performance in Tess of the D'Urbervilles at London's Barnes Theatre to his star turn in the Twilight movies.

Writer Kim Sherman said that she is eager to introduce fans to the many sides of Pattinson.

"I love having the ability to introduce high-profile people to readers through an unexpected medium that is both written and visual," Sherman said. "These biography comics are designed to illustrate interesting tidbits to fans about their favorite figureheads, and inspire them to learn more. I chose to conceptualize A-lister Robert Pattinson from a unique perspective, immersing the reader into the life of the talented actor beyond his most famous role."

Count interior artist Nathaniel Ooten as one reader who's gained a new appreciation for Pattinson's career since reading Sherman's script.

"Working on this book has opened an entirely new level of Rob Pattinson for me," Ooten said. "Before starting, I was only aware of the 'teenage vampire' Pattinson. After reading the script, studying the subject and listening to his music, I not only became very interested in Pattinson's future work, but also discovered a new appreciation for this 'teenage vampire.'"

Bluewater president Darren G. Davis said that he expects Pattinson's biography to be as popular among Twilight fans as was the comic biography of writer Meyer, which Bluewater published in November of 2009. That particular biography has sold out of several printings.

"Twilight fans want to know everything about the talented people who have brought them the story of Edward and Bella," Davis said. "I'm pleased to be able to bring them Robert Pattinson's story. It's our hope that even the most devoted fans will discover a fact or two that takes them completely by surprise."

FAME: Robert Pattinson is part of Bluewater's much-publicized, and popular, line of biographical comics. The FAME series will also include comic biographies of Lady GaGa, 50 Cent, Tiger Woods and David Beckham. Bluewater Productions also publishes biographies of influential political figures such as Al Gore, Sarah Palin and Michelle Obama. Many of these comics, too, have sold out several printings.

About Bluewater Productions

Bluewater Productions Inc. is one of the top independent production studios of comic books, young adult books and graphic novels. Its extensive catalog of titles includes the bestsellers "10th Muse" and "The Legend of Isis" "Bluewater publishes comic books in partnership with entertainment icon William Shatner ("Tek War Chronicles"), Logan's Run and celebrated actor Vincent Price ("Vincent Price Presents"), Additionally, Bluewater publishes a highly successful line of biographical comics under the titles "Female Force" and "Political Power."

Bluewater aims to unite cutting-edge art and engaging stories produced by its stable of the publishing industry's top artists and writers.

Following its commitment to green publishing, Bluewater comic books are printed on Forest Stewardship Council certified paper. FSC certification guarantees that the paper used in Bluewater books contains fiber from well managed and responsibility harvested forests that meet strict environmental and socioeconomic standards.

For more information, visit www.bluewaterprod.com.

Jason M. Schultz / Executive VP
Bluewater Productions INC
11500 NE 76th Street Suite A3
Vancouver, WA 98662
Direct Line: 360-828-1696
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
www.Bluewaterprod.com

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Pampered Pooch Playground Presents Twin Cities Puppy Bowl 201
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
Minneapolis, MN (MMD Newswire) February 2, 2010 -- Pampered Pooch Playground is excited about the Twin Cities Puppy Bowl! Pampered Pooch Playground along with Fetch Delivers, Sarah Beth Photography and Sidewalk Dog are getting into the spirit of the Super bowl, but with a little doggy trick.


On Saturday January 23rd, 2010 Pampered Pooch began filming what will be a three- four hour session of nothing but a fun loving, ruff-housing tail wagging good 'ol puppy fun! Inspired by Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl which has aired during the Super bowl for the five past years, Twin Cities Puppy Bowl promises to bring the cute and the furry!

Watch as your favorite twin cities pet rescue puppies ranging from ages three- four months play, sleep, eat, drink and do number two! Watch all the action as Pampered Pooch Playground brings the fun of football season to the dogs!

"We along with Fetch Delivers, Sarah Beth Photography and Side Walk Dog wanted to celebrate the Super Bowl along with supporting various Twin Cities pet rescue groups," stated Keith Miller, co-owner of Pampered Pooch Playground. "While we all love a good game of football we love helping pets find a good family that is why we created Twin Cities Puppy Bowl."

Twin Cities Puppy Bowl will air online starting February 1st and at that time viewers will get to vote for their MVP (Most Valuable Puppy)! Many of the puppies featured will be available for adoption. Football and a great cause what more can the Twin Cities ask for?

Media Contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it -- www.pamperedpoochplayground.com

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Internet Records announces another season of their reality show "Who Wants to be the next ...
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Thursday, 04 February 2010 11:10
New York City, NY (MMD Newswire) January 22, 2010 -- Internet Records is proud to present another season of their World Wide Web show, "Who Wants to the next Rap Star?"

The inception of the fall season began with a fun twist, contestants began their journey at Club Pyramid, located in the Big Apple, for an initial episode that was taped and can be viewed online at www.internetrecordsent.com The show is comprised of live challenges that are orchestrated by the Internet Records CEO, T. Williamson. These artists during the ten week duration of the show, will be given tasks to complete that can include writing an original composition, to community outreach with music and many other variables that formulates a great artist.

"We are extremely excited about this round of our venture and a new season of "Who Wants to be the next Rap Star?" this seasons holds promises of great talent and we at Internet Records are looking for the hottest, emerging talent on the planet!" stated T.Williamson, CEO. With that being said, January 26, 2010 at Club Pyramid will again be the launch site for this auspicious occasion. The audience members not only can attend and view the live performance entries of that night; they can vote "American Idol" style by visiting the website with their feedback. Auditions will be held January 26, 2010-February 23, 2010. Please be advised of these dates.

For more information about how to become the next rap star, please visit http://www.internetrecordsent.com for submission and rules and address information for Club Pyramid.

About Internet Records
Internet Records is an Independent Record Label, which specializes in R&B/Hip-hop. Internet Records also promotes and records such genres as Rock, Dance, and Pop Music. Internet Records is an Independent Record Label that has been established since 2002.

Press inquiries: Christopher D. Weaver, Director of Media Relations
Tel: (641) 715-3900 ext 62517
Cellular: (215)-668-4340
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http://www.internetrecordsent.com

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