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Contact: Ayanna Sanders

Public Relations Specialist

ConcreteRosePR@gmail.com

(646) 323-8804

Joe Flow of Guys & Girls features on radio show "Writer's Life Chats"

New York, NY., October 29, 2009 -- Joe Flow, contributing writer and poet for lifestyle group Guys & Girls, will feature on the online radio show "Writer's Life Chats" (www.blogtalkradio.com/writerslifechats) at 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Joe Flow will recite his latest piece, "I am Robot," and discuss future plans for Guys & Girls.

Guys & Girls is scheduled to release the anticipated relationship book "Guys & Girls," written by Jim Hernandez, in the first quarter of 2010. The book and the blog feature testimonies from both Guys and Girls, sharing true-life stories about their relationship experiences.

"What makes 'Guys & Girls' stand out from any other relationship book is, it explores the reasons we're called opposite sexes, offers a step-by-step guide to the dating process, and features views from real Guys and Girls with diverse backgrounds," says Jim Hernandez, creative author of Guys & Girls. "This book is useful for people between the ages of 18-30 because that's the group that dates the most."

You can visit Guys and Girl blog page at www.GuysandGirlsonline.com. The website includes entries from several writers who share real-life relationship experiences. Followers of the website comment and create conversation amongst each other about the featured blog posts; the website is up to 4,000 hits to date.

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How to be Your Own Brand

With the Job Market crashed, it's important to be creative and think outside the box. When job hunting, a resume is not enough; you have to Market yourself. During the course of my, "aspiring PR career," I created Tips on "How to be Your Own Brand." These Tips can be useful when job hunting, especially for Freelancers, because you represent yourself.

Know Your Target-Create a list of Companies/Organizations, that you're interested in working for include, their contact information. Be sure to do your research and familiarize yourself with the Company/ Organization.

Create Awareness-Don't be afraid to put yourself out there. Raise awareness about who you are and what you have to offer; pitch yourself. Pitch a letter to a point person at a Company, it seems a aggressive, but some Employers may see your ability to be aggressive, as a plus. Create a Facebook and/or Twitter account or manage a Blog. See my "Blog-Resume," @ www.23PRGrad-Seemyresume.blogspot.com.

Network-Build a list of reliable resources include, their contact information, email, Twitter, Facebook, etc. Using Social Media to network, may seem unconventional, but it can be beneficial in gathering new resources and professional networking.

Gain Creditability-Be professional, perfect your craft, and own it. Leave an everlasting impression on potential clients, that way you build a professional relationship for future projects.

Be Prompt-This Tip applies to everything you do. Whether, it's replying to emails, returning calls, showing up for client events, working on deadline, you must ALWAYS be on point and on time.

Be Confident-People who are strong in message and able to deliver are successful, because their listeners, believe in them and their message. Your objective should be geared to what you have, to offer and how it can benefit a client, Company or Organization.

Lastly, never lose sight of you're dreams; never give up. This is not included in the list of Tips, because it's more of a "Note-to-Self" Tip. Although, we are facing a rough time with the economy and job market, things will take flight again. You want to be a star player, when that time comes.

Follow me on Twitter @ www.Twitter.com/23PRGrad.

"The Twenties Travels," Now on Twitter

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New York, NY-Get the real scoop on "The Twenties Travels," now on Twitter. Follow me @ www.Twitter.com/23PRGrad. Read my tweets and tips on everything from PR to Fashion, find out about upcoming PR mixer events in NYC. Follow me as I, update daily tweets about life as a City girl, in pursuit of being next in PR.

Also see my Resume-Blog @ http://www.23prgrad-seemyresume.Blogspot.com/

GREAT READ FOR PR PROFESSIONALS

Lately, I've been pushing my PR career and I purchased this
book at Borders called, "Public Relations for Dummies," Eric Yaverbaum with Bob Bly and IIise Benum. It's a great book for individuals like me, looking to pursue their PR career. It covers everything from, What PR is, How it works, PR Tactics, Handling the Media and Knowing what to do in a PR Crisis.

The book also includes, Ten Steps to Better PR Writing.

1. Organizing

2. Know your Reader

3. Avoid long Sentences

4. Use Short, Simple words

5. Sidestep "Writer's Block

6. Defind the Topic

7. Gather Information

8. Write, and Then Rewrite, Rewrite.

9. Be Consistent.

10.Avoid "Corporatese" (meaning, writing as you were a computer or a corporation instead of a human being).

These are essential tips in being a great PR writer. The book is awesome, I recommend it to all PR professionals, that either has experience in PR or achieving to gain experience. It's definitely going to be one of my resources during the course of my PR career.

Pick it up at Borders for, $14.99. Buy it used on http://www.amazon.com/, for $4.00.

Until next time, remember to hold tight of your dreams and be your own brand.

Peace,

Ayanna

Keep Your Love Locked Down

Hey guys, I've been gone for a while.....so much has happened. I was sick, it was a disaster, but never to worry, I'm back. Unfortunately, it's such a horrible day in New York City, it's raining, it's cold. This is definitely cuddle weather ;) So, if you're in New York or it's raining in your City and you're reading this, take my advice and make sure you cuddle with your boo, tonight.

I started reading this book called, "The Five Love Languages," by Gary Chapman. He writes about couples, understanding each others love languages. The Five Love Languages are: Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts of Service, and Physical Touch. I know it sounds like one of those bullshit self-help books, but it actually makes sense. In the book, he writes, "A English speaking person, can not understand a Chinese speaking person, " the two do not speak different languages. He compares that statement with, individuals in relationships. If you love by spending, Quality Time and your partner loves by, Words of Affirmation, it is imperative, too understand how to love each other; spend time and give verbal appreciation. I am certain, there are other factors that play into achieving, "The Five Love Languages ," but I just started reading. I will definitely keep you guys posted, I look forward to the end, I'm hoping to learn something.

In the meantime, I think you should check it out on your own, as well. According to the reviews, it's a good read. The Author, Gary Chapman is a marriage counselor, he and his wife have been married for 35years; I'm certain that he knows what he's talking about. This is a book for every couple, whether you have your "love lock down," or it's on the rocks, you can certainly learn from it.

I purchased my copy at Borders for, $14.99. Check it out at http://www.amazon.com/Five-Languages-Love-Gary-Chapman. Buy it used for, as low as, $5.99. I saved you deals on wine, now on books. Yes, I am aware that I'm awesome.

So, even when your baby is not loving you, the way you want him or her too, keep you're love locked down.

Thanks for rocking with the best.

Peace,

A.

OVER-THE-KNEE BOOTS, MINI DRESSES AND SKINNY JEANS

Here's the scoop ladies, the new boot for the Fall is the Over-the-Knee boot. The boot is super funky, very chic, you can rock with a cute mini dress or sytlish leggings. They're very edgy, and does'nt require much detail in an outfit and simple accesories. Check out Ciara, (see right) Over-The-Knee Boots, by Christian Louboutin; These are hot. They're an eyecatcher and her outfit is very chic and simple. I personally, would not have wore that shirt; it's too boxy, but you look gorgeous, CC. The trick about the Over-The-Knee Boot is, you must make sure they fit close to the leg, no gaping, that would be tacky ladies.

Over-The-Knee Boots are not the only must have item for the, Fall 2009. You must also have, Big Necklaces, A LBD, A Boyfriend Jacket, Studded Bags, Sparkly Cuffs, leggings, leggings, leggings and more leggings.....stripped leggings, bold leggings, colored leggings. Yes, be a total legging freak.

Mini shirts are also, a must have this Fall. Try them in different

shapes such as, straight and bubble-shaped. Mini's go best with tights in

the Falls, which you can find in various colors. Colors are fun all year around and they change with the season. Last, but not least, Skinny Jeans. You can never go wrong in a Skinny Jean and a pump. Feet cold ? Pair a Skinny Jean with a riding boot.

Stuart Weitzman, $675.00

See www.Bloomingdales.com

This is FAB!

See www.TopShop.com

BOWLING AND FINE DINING

Over the weekend, I took a trip to "Houston's Restaurant," located on Park Avenue, to find out, that they've changed their name to, "Hillstone Restaurant." This name change also, took place at the Boston location and other locations. I'm not a fan of the new name, but the food remains with the same excellent taste. The beau ordered me the Halibut fish, stuffed with crab meat and served with a side of wilted spinach. I really enjoyed it, the fish and the crab meat were fresh and the spinach was well-seasoned, it was very light, but filling. The beau, ordered his favorite, "The Classic French Dip, " which is, shaved prime rib on a toasted French roll served with au jus. Of course, we ordered "The Rockefeller," which is, the Spinach Artichoke Dip, as an appetizers. If you ever been to Houston's, I think you would agree that they have the BEST, Spinach Artichoke Dip. They also, added Sushi to their menu and I believe soups. The decor is the same, with the exception of a neon "Sushi" sign and for the first time, the wait was literally forty-five minutes. It was worth the wait, Houston's is one of my favorite restaurants, it's classy, not too pricey and they have good wine selection.

This weekend was a busy weekend, It was the beau and I anniversary, as well as, his Birthday. Friday, we went to Bowlmor Lanes, located at 110 University Place between 12th and 13th street; it was a good time. I brought a cake, we had one too many drinks and they also, had an adult carnival with "alcohol snowcones" upstairs from the bowling alley. It was really a good time, the beau and I really enjoyed ourselves. Prior to looking into Bowlmor Lanes, I was interested in Lucky Strikes, which is, another bowling alley. That interest quickly changed, when they explained to me, that there was a $30 service charge to cut the cake. WTF, really ?! It's already $18 to bowl and there is a dress code, how dare they add an extra fee to cut a cake ? I wouldn't recommend Lucky Strikes, as a first choice. Bowlmor Lanes, was just as fun and the staff is extremely nice and helpful.

If you're a New Yorker or plan on visiting, I highly recommend that you check out both places. "Hillstone Restaurant," formally known as, "Houston's," http://www.hillstone.com/ and Bowlmor Lanes and Strike at http://www.bowlmor.com/.

Stayed tuned for more hot spots......

Signing off,

A.