Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Author's Talk Book Show at December Luzdelmes Spotlight

LuzDelMes welcomes Author’s Talk Book Show!


Author’s Talk Book Show organized by poet and writer Maria Salvadora Perryrecognizes the literary work of the Hispanic writers in South of Florida.
BIENVENIDOS!


1.    What is the mission of Author’s Talk Book Show?
The mission is to make events that allow writers to present their works in different bookstores or libraries in the South Florida area. The authors are recognized with a medal and a certificate of participation. 

2.     Where are the place you have presented Author’s Talk book Show?
The main location has been, Barnes & Noble at FIU (Florida International University) in Miami, and Pinecrest Branch Library in Pinecrest city. This year, Author's Talk Book Show presented twice in the prestigious bookstore, Books & Books  in the heart of Coral Gables, Florida.
     
3.     What else you can find at Author’s Talk Book Show?
Author’s Talk Book Show also opens the doors to poets who want to participate in the Poetry Contest during the event. They have to submit a poem, months previous to the event, and the Judges select the three winners and honorable mentions who receive a trophy and medals.



Author's Talk Book Show Contact: 
Organized by: Maria Salvadora Perry 
E-mail:    malexa32001@gmail.com


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Sunday, November 26, 2017

Author's Talk Book Show at Pinecrest Library

 December 2ND, 2017
Authors talk Book Show

5835 SW 111th St
Miami, Florida 33156
Author’s Talk Book Show organized by poet and writer Maria Salvadora Perry
This is a literary event to discuss and present books. Each year a group of Award Winning authors meet at this venue to showcase their latest achievements. The event is free to the community, and their books can be acquired here.


Author’s Talk Book Show recognizes the literary work
 of the Hispanic writers.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
Maritza M. Mejia, AWA presents the importance of 
 Bilingual Literature #LuzDelMes
For more information contact: 
Maria Salvadora Perry: malexa32001@gmail.com

Award Winning Authors

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Carlos O. Colon

Mery Larrinua

Maria Del Carmen

Martínez

Maritza M. Mejia

Olga M. Muñoz

Dana Milano

Margarita R. Pedrozo

Azucena O. Rodas

Rosario Solares

Maria Perry

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Two special presentations  are scheduled

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Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Luz Del Mes está promoviendo la Literatura Hispana

    Sintiéndome agradecida por un año bendecido 


Created by Estella Mejia
Luz Del Mes está promoviendo la BUENA Literatura Hispana
¡REGALA UN LIBRO!


¡Feliz lectura!


Feeling thankful for a blessed year!
Luz Del Mes is promoting GOOD Spanish Literature

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

The other side of Thanksgiving

What is the story behind Sarah Hale & Thanksgiving?

By Maritza M. Mejia
The story that we all know about the First Thanksgiving is the gathering celebrated by the Pilgrims after their first harvest in the New Land, Plymouth, in 1621.  But rarely do we talk about the advocate who make this event a Holiday in North America. Do you know who?

Thank You, SarahThe Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving


According to history, in the early 1800s, the only national holidays celebrated in the United States were George Washington's Birthday and Independence Day. It was until 1863 when Sarah Hale made history changed and advocated for making Thanksgiving a national holiday in the United States. How did it happen?
For decades, Sarah Hale wrote letters to five Presidents of the United States: Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, and Abraham Lincoln. 
Her initial letters failed to persuade the presidents; however, the letter she wrote to Lincoln convinced him to support legislation establishing a national holiday of Thanksgiving in 1863. 
Thanksgiving was celebrated only when Sarah Hale began her crusade to make it a national holiday.
What had happened without Hale’s persistence? 
The new national holiday was considered a unifying day after the stress of the American Civil War. 
Let's celebrate with family and friends leaving behind divisions.
Happy Thanksgiving!

Monday, November 20, 2017

La Historia detrás del Día de Acción de Gracias

El Poder de la Persistencia
Por Maritza M. Mejia
Durante mis primeros años celebrando el día de Acción de Gracias, fiesta que adopté al llegar a los Estados Unidos, me preguntaba cómo había llegado la fiesta a tener tanto valor en una comunidad. Y la respuesta llegó durante una homilía del padre Michael Eivers, que en paz descanse, cuando nos contó la historia detrás del día de Acción de Gracias.
La historia que todos conocemos de la primera fiesta de Acción de Gracias es el encuentro celebrado por los Peregrinos con los Nativos Indígenas de la zona, después de su primera cosecha en Plymouth, en 1621.  Pero rara vez hablamos sobre el defensor que hizo posible éste evento como  Festividad en Norte América. ¿Sabes de quién nos referimos?
Según la historia, a principios de 1800, el único día festivo que se celebraba en los Estados Unidos era del cumpleaños de George Washington y el Día de la Independencia. Fue hasta 1863, que una mujer llamada a Sarah Hale, hizo que la historia cambiara cuando abogó por hacer el día de Acción de Gracias una fiesta nacional en los Estados Unidos. ¿Cómo sucedió?
Por décadas, Sarah Hale escribió cartas a cinco presidentes de los Estados Unidos con esa petición: Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, y Abraham Lincoln. Sus primeras cartas, no pudieron persuadir a los presidentes; sin embargo, la carta que escribió a Lincoln le convenció para apoyar la legislación y establecer un día de fiesta nacional de Acción de Gracias en 1863.
El Dia de Acción de Gracias se celebró sólo cuando Sarah Hale comenzó su cruzada para que ése día fuera una fiesta nacional. ¿Qué hubiera sucedido sin la persistencia de Hale?
La respuesta no la tenemos, pero la enseñanza sí. Mi abuelito decía, "Quien persevera alcanza”. Y que razón tenía. Cuando persistimos en nuestro objetivo, vemos las dificultades como enseñanzas y no como obstáculos. Sarah Hale nos da el ejemplo más claro del valor de la  perseverancia.
1863 - Carta de Hale a Lincoln sobre Acción de Gracias -
Sarah Hale intercedió para dedicar un día para dejar la rutina atrás y dar gracias. ¡NO es el día del pavo! Es un día para celebrar con familia y amistades las bendiciones recibidas. ¡No olvidemos el objetivo de la festividad!

¡Feliz Día de Acción de Gracias!
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Sunday, November 19, 2017

One Lovely Blog Award

During thanksgiving week, I would love to recognize the authors and bloggers who contribute to writings ideas or suggestions on children’s literature. Thank you for your support and inspiration!

Many thanks to children’s author Agatha Rodi for nominating me for the One Lovely Blog Award. Don’t miss the chance to visit her blog for great posts on Children’s books on writings: (https://agatharodi.wordpress.com)

Thank you, Agatha, once more for this nomination! 

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Here are the rules for accepting this award:

1. Each nominee must thank the person who nominated them & link their blog to their post.
2. They must include the rules and add the blog award badge as an image.
3. Must add 7 facts about themselves.
4. Nominate 7 to 10 people to do the award.

7 things about myself 

Mother, Speaker,Bilingual Author, Educator, Translator, 

Colombian, Cat's lover

Proud Mother

Passion Speaker


Bilingual Author & Educator

Colombian Translator

Cat's lover

And now for my nominees! As always, there is absolutely no pressure to play along, completely optional, just wanted to give a shout out to your lovely and my favorite blogs:

I wish you receive Lovely Awards from your friends always! 
Until next Rock Post show your Love and Support through Lovely Words.
Happy Thanksgiving!


Saturday, November 18, 2017

Maritza M. Mejia & Miami Street Fair Experience

The mission of Miami Book Fair International is to promote reading, encourage writing, and heighten an awareness of literacy and the literary arts in the city's multi-ethnic community. The first Miami Book Fair International, founded by Miami Dade College and community partners, took place in 1984. The highlight of the Weekend Street Fair is the Festival of Authors and I’VE BEEN PART OF IT as South Florida Association member at Street Fair: Nov. 17-19, 2017.  

                                            
34th Miami Book Fair
La Feria Internacional del Libro de Miami es una iniciativa del Miami Dade College y está reconocida como uno de los eventos más importantes de los Estados Unidos dentro de la industria editorial. El primer Miami Book Fair fue en 1984 y éste año celebra la 34va edición entre los días 12 al 19 de Noviembre, 2017. Entre sus programas especiales contará con un espacio para las obras publicadas en el idioma español, y el "Miami Street Fair" donde cientos de autores compratirás sus obras con el público el fin de semana del 17 al 19 de Noviembre. Los esperamos!


Getting ready for 34th  Street Book Fair  2017

Miami Street  Fair 2016
Miami Street  Fair 2015
                                    
                         
                    Maritza M. Mejia Books:
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Friday, November 17, 2017

Award Winning Books at Meet the Authors' Book Fair

Meet the Authors Book Fair to share with local authors at "The ArtWorks Festival" in Melbourne, Florida at the Eau Gallie Civic Center: 1551 Highland Ave, Melbourne, FL 32935.


Award-Winning Book "Poems, Thoughts and More" by Maritza M. Mejia at Meet the Authors' Book Fair 2017 on display during the Ninth Annual Book Fair, to be held on November 18 & 19, 2017 

 For more information contact Valerie Allen at VAllenWriter@gmail.com

Hazel Eyes at Authors for Authors Display 2015.
SPANISH Translation available. online @http://www.amazon.com/Ojos-Avellana-Testimonio-Fe-Spanish-ebook/dp/B01494512Y

Ojos Avellana: "Un testimonio hermoso de fe. Atrapa al lector desde las primeras páginas, ese es el verdadero talento del escritor". ~Rose Marie Tapia~ Disponible online @ http://www.amazon.com/Ojos-Avellana-Testimonio-Fe-Spanish-ebook/dp/B01494512Y
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