Maurice Skillern's
News and Upcoming
Events
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Click here to view Maurice's Calendar
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!January 2008
Maurice Skillern, will attend the National Black Book Festival to be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center; Houston, Texas, May 17-18, 2008. Maurice is originally from Houston, Texas (Acres Homes) so it promises to be an exiting event for him and his family. Come out and see him there!
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!December 2007
Maurice Skillern:
Was selected as the "Most Inspirational Male Poet of the Year 2007" for - "Messages: Reflections of Being". This honor was bestowed upon him by the Younity Guild at the Literary Legends Ball held in New York City. Maurice is very appreciative of this honor and he is pleased that the depth of his writings are being noted by literary bodies around the country.
http://www.disilgold.com/literarylegendsball.html
Click here to see the Disilgold book review.
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Press Release from PR Webb
http://www.pr.com/press-release/50817
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Maurice Skillern’s
Official Book Release and
Birthday Party pictures
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Maurice Skillern’s
Official Book Release and
Birthday Party
There will be a book release / birthday party held for Maurice Skillern to officially release the second (revised) edition of his book of Poetic-Philosophy "Messages" and to celebrate his 41st birthday. The event will be held at Soul Cafe' (more info on location below) on 10 August 2007 from 7pm to midnight.
Click here to download the "People I Know" Newsletter with more information.
To download a copy of the map click here or on the map.
Soul Café- “VIP Room”
3557 Ridgeway Road
Memphis, TN 38115
(901) 322-1695
http://soulcafememphis.com
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January 2007
Maurice was invited and performed some of the pieces from "Messages" at the Soul Cafe, Memphis
Tennessee. It was a wonderful experience, excellent food and an appreciative audience.
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October 2006
Maurice gets listed on "The Authors Den"
http://www.authorsden.com/visit/author.asp?AuthorID=45138
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January 2006
Maurice has been invited and will appear at the "Columbus Authors Day Celebration" in Columbus Georgia January 14, 2006. The celebration will be held at the Columbus Public Library (Columbus, Georgia); autographed copies of his book "Messages" will be available for purchase at the event and he is looking forward to being a part of the celebration. His CD of him reading from "Messages" may be available at that time, you can find out from him there at the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
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November 2005
Maurice was selected by Joseph McNair, Professor of education at Miami Dade College, Miami, Florida to be included in their internet resource of all writers of African descent since 1711 to the present. This is a great honor for him (to be added to this august pantheon of writers) and his appreciation knows no bounds (Thanks Professor McNair). View his and many of the other listings here (http://asilithejournal.com/Celebratingblackwriters4.htm).
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November 2005
Maurice was selected and features in the "Poetry Special Issue" of The Forever Underground Magazine Issue # 3. His piece "My Madness My Gift" from the book "Messages" was the interesting piece they chose to publish.
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November 2005
Maurice was selected to be the "Featured Author" for the month of November 2005 by the "Inspirational and Empowering" web-presence "Inspiring Beyond". See him featured there and also view the book review and author interview that was on the motivation section on the website (Book Review and Interview).
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October 2005
Maurice attended the Passkey Entertainment Expo 2005 in Atlanta, Georgia. It was a very successful and exciting event and thanks to all the attendees who purchased copies of "Messages". Also thanks to Bryant Marshall, CEO of Passkey Entertainment for the invitation to the event, and the professional courtesy exhibited at the expo.
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October 2005
Maurice has been selected as a poet for the launch of Venue South (an online publication). The publication is shepherded by Terri Staten and Amani Francis, both are published authors who reside in Jacksonville, FL. These two native southern talents decided to provide an outlet for gifted contemporary writers who simply want to see their work come to life in print.
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August 2005
Maurice is now listed on Black Taxas.com. Go there and see his listing(http://www.blacktexas.com/news.php). One may travel far and wide but it is still nice to be recognized by those at home.
Welcome back to BlackTexas.com.
Enjoy your stay and tell your friends._______________________________________________________________________________________
July 2005
Maurice has been selected Featured Author of the month of July 2005 by "The Rogues Corner" website. Ms. Lena Scott, (interviewer) did a very attention-grabbing interview, it is entertaining, informative and filled with steamy jibs. This was a very enjoyable interview for Maurice where both his amusement and his humorous side are clearly shown in his responses. Go there (click on the link below) and see the interview and enjoy this witty and interesting site.
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June 2005
Maurice has won the Let's Talk Honestly ( www.letstalkhonestly.com) $25 prize for the month of June 2005. The poem that won the prize is "Rapture" from his book "Messages" (http://baseline-international.com/Our%20Products.htm). Feel free to visit the Lets Talk Honestly Website, it is a great supporter and promoter of the art form of poetry.
George L Cook III
www.letstalkhonestly.com
"African American Poetry, Literature, Sports, and Commentary"______________________________________________________________________________________
26 June 2005
Maurice is presently in Columbia, South Carolina. He has been well received there and has always been appreciative of the support. He will be having a book signing and reading of “Messages” in Columbia, SC; Sunday 26 June 2005 between 12 pm and 4 pm at Friday’s This and That, address and phone number listed below. If you are available be sure to come on out, it promises to be an interesting evening. If you have not already purchased a copy of his book by then you will be able to purchase a copy from Friday’s This and That the day of the book signing and reading. The reading will start at 3:30 pm. If you have any questions feel free to write him or call. We look forward to seeing you there.
moskill@maurice-skillern.com
(706 536-3272)
_________________________________________________Friday's This & That
(Store sells wonderful African American Products Including Artwork and Figurines)Katie M Friday, Manager
3332 Leesburg Road
Columbia, SC 29209
Phone # 803 776-9444
Email: kfriday@sc.rr.com (or) customer-service@fridays-this-and-that.comWebsite: http://fridays-this-and-that.com/
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4 May 2005
Maurice was given the wonderful privilege of speaking with the eighth grade classes at Wacoochee Jr. High School in Salem, Alabama. He spoke to these inquisitive minds about writing in general, poetry and staying on the right path. He closed his talk with reading selected pieces from his book "Messages" including one of his personal favorites "Mother". The students all enjoyed this interaction and asked many well thought out questions. They where actually working on poetry in their English class and found it intriguing to have an actual published poet come in and speak with them instead of viewing and reading about poetry only from their text books.Special note from Maurice Skillern:
This experience of being given the honor of speaking with the eighth graders at Wacoochee Jr. High School was the most interesting interaction I have had thus far as a writer. I found all of the students attentive, inquisitive and filled with all the wonder of youth. I enjoyed this opportunity and look forward to many more opportunities to share my writings and experiences with today's youth. Special thanks to Mrs. Veronica Jefferson (The Teacher at Wacoochee Jr High who invited me to speak).
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30 April 2005
Maurice's work has been chosen to be featured in the poetry section of the online Magazine website "Muscadine Lines; A Southern Journal". They chose to display the piece "Mother" which is an intimate piece that Maurice wrote to his own mother.
http://www.asouthernjournal.com/Ezine/2005v3skillern.htm
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25 April 2005
Maurice was selected to be interviewed by the African American Poetry website "Lets Talk Honestly". Maurice, wishes to express a special thanks to George Cook and looks forward to working further with he and his website.
LETS TALK HONESTLY
AFRICAN AMERICAN POETRY
http://www.letstalkhonestly.com/page/page/1558767.htm
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20 April 2005
Maurice's unique message continues to spread; he has been chosen as a profiled writer on the United Kingdom's "Unheard Words" website. Check it out!
http://www.unheardwords.co.uk/mrapture.htm
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15 April 2005
Maurice was selected to be featured in the "" section of the "My Brotha .com" (http://www.mybrotha.com/index.asp) website. This is an especially great honor for him and one that he takes to heart; for he feels to be recognized by ones brothers as successful in your lifetime endeavors is gratifying beyond words. Click on the link below to see his listing.
http://www.mybrotha.com/spt/lookup2.asp?id=1113578884
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10 April 2005
Maurice Skillern has been chosen Author of the week by "The Rock" eNewsmagazine for the week of 10 April 2005 through 17 April 2005. Thanks again to "The Rock" for all of its support and encouragement, with special thanks to Jerry Royce Sampson (Co-Publisher of "The Rock" eNewsmagazine".
http://rockpublications.com/the.authors.page.authors.html
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Special note from Maurice Skillern:
It is really this type of support from a renowned publication that can and will elevate the status of African American authors; breathing new life into our thoughts and giving new insight into our community. Keep up the good work Jerry and the rest of the staff at "The Rock".
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30 March 2005
Maurice Skillern has been chosen as a featured poet on "Poetry Today Online". Click on the link below to take a look.
Maurice Skillern : Author- Poet- Philosopher
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28 March 2005
I am proud to announce that Autographed copies of my book "Messages" are now available at Fridays This and That in Columbia, SC! To purchase a copy of "Messages" from Friday's call or better yet stop by and see all the fine Items available there.
Thanks Kattie!
(803) 776-9444
Click to go to Friday's This & That
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3 March 2005
I recently toured (2 - 14 March 2005) through Columbia, SC promoting "Messages" and stopped in at "Friday's This and That" where I received great support. Thanks Columbia, SC and a special thanks to "Friday's This and That".
(803) 776-9444
Click to go to Friday's This & That
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5 February 2005 -Book Signing
Maurice Skillern will be having a book signing and poetry reading at the Barnes & Noble store listed below on 5 February 2005 between the hours of 4PM to 7PM. The reading will begin at 7PM. If by chance you have not purchase a copy of "Messages" by then you will be able to purchase copies from Barnes & Noble the day of the book signing. If you are available or in the area come on out, it promises to be an interesting evening.
If more information is needed on the book signing please feel free to contact us.
Barnes & Noble
5555 Whittlesey Boulevard, suite 1800
Columbus, Georgia 31909.
Phone # 706 653-7880
(This was a successful event and we want to express a special Thanks to Barnes & Noble for their support.)
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Press Release
Georgia Author Maurice Skillern Releases Book of Poetic Philosophy with Immediate Success
Georgia author Maurice Skillern has released a fascinating new book. The author, whose new book is entitled “Messages,” infuses a unique combination of poetry and philosophy to reach his audience.
Columbus, GA (PRWEB) March 14, 2005 -- Georgia author Maurice Skillern has released a fascinating new book. The author, whose new book is entitled “Messages,” infuses a unique combination of poetry and philosophy to reach his audience.
“Messages” covers a wide range of subjects, thoughts, and ideas that far exceed the status quo and leaves all who have read it pleasantly amazed and longing for more. It is not just a book of poetry but it is truly a marriage of unique thoughts in forms of both rhythmic prose and written word.
In as little time as two months, Maurice Skillern has already found an audience that is thrilled to hear his distinctive message, selling nearly a hundred books. The author was quoted as saying “I am so excited that the book has been sold to so many readers in so little time.” The book is available through all bookstores, including Amazon, BarnesandNoble.com, and through the publisher’s websites Baseline International and Cedar Hill Publishing. Expect great things from this author in the near future.
About the Author
Maurice Skillern is an electrifying new author who is making a dazzling debut on the writing scene. The Army veteran holds a Master’s degree from the University of Nebraska. He is currently working on his next book.
For more information, please contact:
Maurice Skillern
P.O. Box 12193
Columbus, GA 31917
Phone (706)-536-3272
Website: http://baseline-international.com
Click here to go to write up on the web
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