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Regina of Warsaw; an unforgettable story of heartbreak and survival

July 11, 2024

Just in time for your summer reading, we wanted to introduce you to Regina of Warsaw which is an unforgettable story of heartbreak and survival. The book is based on true events and is a deeply personal homage to an immensely resilient young woman who became her family’s protector. About the book By all accounts, Regina Anuszewicz was a woman ahead of her time. She defied the female norms and stereotypes of the early 1900s and fled the violence unfolding in Warsaw on her own, with an infant. And because she left Poland before the wars, she survived. And because she survived, her granddaughter, Geri Spieler, can share Regina’s unforgettable story in the new book, Regina of Warsaw: Love, Loss and Liberation. “Readers will appreciate the premise of the story because, in some ways, it mirrors what is happening in the world today,” Spieler said. “It’s a story of bravery and survival.” From the first page, readers are transported to 1906 Bialystok, Poland, where Regina Anuszewicz was visiting her sister and looking forward to a [Read More]

Falling In Reverse “I’m Not A Vampire (Re-Vamped)” wins several film awards

May 16, 2021

Congratulations to Ronnie Radke and Falling In Reverse for winning several film awards for the cinematic video “I’m Not A Vampire (Re-Vamped)”: Los Angeles Film Awards London Independent Film Awards Open Window International Film Challenge Falcon International Film Festival Hollywood Blvd Film Festival Canadian Diversity Film Festival “I went into this song knowing it’s intention wasn’t for radio, wasn’t intended for mass consumption, was more for longtime fans and to satiate my creativeness for a moment. I’d like to thank @realpaigewwe for doing such a wonderful job in this and @jensennoen for being such a talented director and the crew that worked so hard behind the scenes. Can’t wait to show you what’s next !” Ronnie Radke on IG @ronnieradke Ever since the video for “Popular Monster“, the FIR’s music videos had a cinematic touch. “I’m Not A Vampire” is the second release of older Falling In Reverse songs after the beautifully reimagined version of “The Drug In Me Is You“. Both newer versions give the songs a new meaning and show all the more [Read More]

BOOK: Spring House Press to Release Peter Cooper’s Johnny’s Cash & Charley’s Pride

December 13, 2016

A great new read is ready to be added to your wishlist! Music writer Peter Cooper’s tales are an engaging behind-the-scenes look at the legends, pivotal moments, and untold adventures in country music. Check out the news below: Nashville, TN (December 12, 2016) – Peter Guralnick, the dean of rock-and roll-storytellers, writes in the introduction to Johnny’s Cash & Charley’s Pride, “Peter Cooper has always been in the mix.” Whether spending time with a legend like Johnny Cash, playing bass for Loretta Lynn, discussing songwriting with Taylor Swift, or introducing the Grateful Dead’s Robert Hunter to Porter Wagoner, Peter Cooper, a respected music writer, accomplished musician, and Grammy-nominated producer, has continually found himself in the presence of music royalty and the recipient of countless intimate conversations, asides, and confidences. In his new book, Johnny’s Cash & Charley’s Pride: Lasting Legends and Untold Adventures in Country Music (Spring House Press; ISBN: 9781940611709; $17.95; April 25, 2017; Paperback), Cooper chronicles his many “in the mix” tales since arriving in Nashville in 2000 to cover the country music scene [Read More]

Duff McKagan set to release companion EP for his book release, How To Be A Man

April 29, 2015

Duff McKagan is gearing up for the much anticipated release of his new book, How To Be A Man (and other illusions) on May 12th through Da Capo Press. The book is the follow-up to McKagan’s critically acclaimed New York Times bestselling memoir, IT’S SO EASY (and other lies). In the new book, “McKagan shares the wisdom he gained on the path to superstardom—from his time with Guns N’ Roses and Velvet Revolver to getting sober after a life of hard living to achieving his personal American Dream of marrying a supermodel, raising a family and experiencing what it’s like to be winked at by Prince.” You can pre-order the book by heading over to Amazon here: http://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Man-other-illusions/. In addition to the much anticipated book release, McKagan is set to release a three song companion EP which features Izzy Stradlin, Alice In Chains vocalist/guitarist Jerry Cantrell, Stone Sour drummer Roy Mayorga and drummer Taz Bentley. Pre-order for the EP will be available on May 5th. Here is a sneak peek via Duff’s Twitter: #NewMusic pre-order 5-5-2015 pic.twitter.com/H36EO5Hxe1 — [Read More]

To Write Love On Her Arms founder, Jamie Tworkowski set to release debut book

January 30, 2015

Jamie Tworkowski, founder of To Write Love On Her Arms, a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with addiction, depression, self-injury and suicide is set to release his debut book. The book titled, “IF YOU FEEL TOO MUCH: Thought on Things Found and Lost and Hoped For” will be available on May 19, 2015. Teacher/Penguin VP & Publisher Joel Fotinos shares their excitement by telling Tworkowski: “When we first received the book proposal, we knew we had to act, as we love your writing, greatly support your organization’s cause, and felt your book was such a perfect fit within our publishing program.” As part of their ongoing Tarcher Cares initiative, for every book presold, Tarcher/Penguin will be donating one dollar to TWLOHA. “IF YOU FEEL TOO MUCH” can be preordered wherever books are sold, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple and your local independent bookseller. Tworkowski explains, “To be releasing my first book with this legendary New York publisher is truly a dream come true. I think the title is a phrase that applies to so many people – I know [Read More]

Carla Harvey from Butcher Babies announces date for book release party and book signing

August 20, 2014

The ladies from Butcher Babies are amazing front women and talented beauties. Carla Harvey will be releasing her upcoming novel, Death and Other Dances on August 25th in select bookstores as well as Amazon, Amazon Europe, and Kindle. This semi-autobiographical work tells the story of Autumn Franklin – an awkward, biracial Detroit native – that is disconnected from her peers at an early age because of her background. When Autumn’s young parents divorce, she becomes even more withdrawn, yet survives the cards that she’s been dealt by relocating to the alluring City of Angels, where she has but one goal: to find herself. Struggling to make solid connections with those around her, Autumn swallows her reservations and pushes limits to the extreme as she transitions between a drastic career change: from the bowels of the adult entertainment industry to her rebirth as a mortician. There amongst the dead, she learns what it is to live, love, and to allow others inside, finally landing in the most comfortable place of all: her own skin. You can read an [Read More]

Check out the most neglected albums in Greg Prato’s new book

July 11, 2014

We all have those favorite bands or albums that we know are completely underrated or neglected. My list could go on and on and now you can check out a complete book featuring 345 overlooked albums. Greg Prato OVERLOOKED/UNDERAPPRECIATED: 354 Recordings That Demand Your Attention, examines rock’s most neglected albums. Inside, you will find countless albums that you may have completely forgotten about or perhaps have never even heard of before. Either way, all 354 of these titles get the “Prato Stamp of Approval.” Starting with AC/DC’s Flick of the Switch and wrapping up with Zombi’s Surface to Air, countless styles of music are represented in between – rock n’ roll, hard rock, heavy metal, alternative, new wave, punk, hardcore, grunge, jazz, fusion, psychedelic, prog, folk, blues, funk, soul, rap, spoken word, power pop, big band, glam, experimental, instrumental, soundtracks…the list goes on and on. But the selections stay strong! Now available as paperback ($12.99, 256 pages), Kindle ($9.99, 287 pages), and Nook ($9.99, 256 pages) versions, Overlooked/Underappreciated is sure to put you in the most musical of [Read More]