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Long Island 2 Day

I was honored to be invited and participate in the Long Island 2 Day Expo. The West Islip Fire House's hall buzzed with sponsors, walking teams, and fun swag for the walkers. I was given a table to display my book, Hug Everyone You Know, and share my story. Five dollars for each book sold was… Continue reading Long Island 2 Day

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Story Circle Network Star Blogger

That's me for the month of June! I am so honored to be part of this writers' tribe. And I get to put this beautiful badge on my side panel. Great big hugs and thank yous go out to Peggy Fountain and Jude Whelley for all the fine work they do in this organization.  … Continue reading Story Circle Network Star Blogger

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A Prom Story Part One

Proms have evolved over the years. Decorating the school gymnasium has been replaced by booking a brave restaurant venue. A one-man DJ substitutes for the local band and limos and coach buses line up to transport the youths instead of a mom’s minivan.  A few things have not changed, though. There is always the excitement… Continue reading A Prom Story Part One

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Next Gen Indie Book Awards

Whoo-Hoo!       Hug Everyone You Know was named a Finalist in the Next Generation Indie Book Awards.  My book placed in the Women's Issues (Non-Fiction).  NGIBA is the largest non-profit awards program for independent publishers. Whoo-Hoo!       Antoinette Truglio Martin is the author of Hug Everyone You Know: A Year of Community, Courage, and Cancer.… Continue reading Next Gen Indie Book Awards

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What’s Going On?

I have several upcoming events for Hug Everyone You Know. This is the fun part about promoting a book. I get to do a little traveling and meet new friends along the way. The Gaithersburg Book Festival comes up this weekend, May 19th. It is a celebration of the written word and its power to enrich the… Continue reading What’s Going On?