Friday, September 23, 2011

Books In Sync Australian Photographer And Author Thomas Palfy’s Recent Book Releases

Australian Author And Photographer Thomas Palfy, Is Creator Of Several Australian Travel-Photo Books. If You Love Illustrated Books With Breathtaking Photography You Will Love Palfy's Work. His Books Are A Must Have On Your Coffee Table And In Your Library.

Australian Photographer and Author Thomas Palfy’s Short Bio:

Thomas Palfy left his native Hungary following the crushing of the 1956 uprising by Soviet troops. He settled in Melbourne, Australia in 1957 and studied industrial chemistry there. Thomas worked mainly in the plastics industry until his retirement in 2002. He was a member of Melbourne Camera Club for over 20 years and attended several photography courses. Thomas has recorded a variety of subjects with his camera and has entered competitions and has won numerous awards.

A keen nature lover, he and his wife, Susan have visited all major towns and National Parks of Australia over the years. They have taken many photos and their experiences were written up as letters to friends. The book Australian Adventures was based on these letters. Its companion book, Images of Australia contains about 100 photographs. Since then Palfy has written many travel-photo books and books on other subjects.

He lives in Melbourne, is married and has three grandchildren.



Across Australia From East To West by Thomas Palfy

Thomas Palfy’s most recent travel guide-photo essay follows the trend established in his earlier works to create interest in the unique attractions of the fifth continent. Melbourne, Australia, July 11, 2009 – Across Australia from East to West by Thomas Palfy is a set of descriptions of several journeys to all states and territories of Australia, richly illustrated with landscapes, people, flowers, buildings and animals. Palfy, with his notebook and camera in hand, his wife by his side, faithfully recorded his encounters with Australia's diverse scenery, interesting people, and distinctive wildlife.

Serving as a pictorial guide, Across Australia from East to West takes readers on a tour across the length and breadth of the country. Starting the journey in his home state, Victoria, the author then ventures out to the rest of Eastern Australia, followed by visits to the centre and the West. He shares his experiences in words and spectacular images with the would-be-traveller and armchair traveller.

As a follow-up to Palfy’s other travel-photo books, such as The West of the West, The Hub of Australia and Beyond and Australia Illustrated: The Eastern States, this new work could be just the amount of inspiration needed for readers to plan a trip to this unique and extraordinarily beautiful part of the world. Palfy is also the author of Definitely Digital! (a recently published guide to digital photography).

Book Details:
Genre: Art And Photography
Print: $36.49

Thomas Palfy’s Website


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Definitely Digital by Thomas Palfy


Thomas Palfy, author of several travel-photo books, attended many courses of the Melbourne Camera Club to improve the quality of his images. He now teaches digital photography at the U3A Nunawading, Melbourne (Australia) branch. U3A is an organisation whose aim is the education of retired members of the community - those in the “third age” of life. This book is based on Thomas Palfy's class notes for his digital photography course at U3A. If you want to learn about digital photography and improve the quality of your pictures, this is the book for you.

Book Details:
A5 Size Paperback
40 Pages
Genre: Art And Photography

Print: $14.60
Download: $5.00

Thomas Palfy’s Website

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Postcards From Budapest by Thomas Palfy

This time Thomas Palfy steps outside the shores of Australia and introduces Budapest, the Hungarian capital. The reader will be familiarized with some of the best tourist attractions of this magnificent City through images and captions. The author spent his youth in Budapest and re-visited it several times over the past 35 or so years. He kept making observations and taking pictures during these trips. Many of the best images are recreated in this latest book of the Postcards from… series.

Book Details:
A4 Size, 32 Pages Full Colour
Genre: Art And Photography

Print: $22.50

Thomas Palfy’s Website
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Postcards From Melbourne by Thomas Palfy

Thomas Palfy's latest book, the second in the Postcards from... series, takes us to Melbourne, Australia, the home town of the author. A selection of photographs is presented of the City buildings, old and new, from the river Yarra, the beachfront and the forests of the Dandenong Ranges. It is of interest to visitors and residents alike.

Book Details:
A4 Size, 24 Pages Full Colour
Genre: Art And Photography

Print: $19.95
Download: $5.99

Thomas Palfy’s Website

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Postcards From South Gippsland by Thomas Palfy

Thomas Palfy's latest book, the third in the Postcards from... series, introduces the reader to the picturesque South Gippsland area of Victoria, Australia. A selection of photographs is presented of the waterfalls, beaches, forests and hills of the area. The reader will follow the author to the various National Parks and Nature Walks through the lens of his ever-present camera. This book is of interest to visitors and would-be visitors to this district as well as to nature lovers and lovers of good photography.

About The Author:

Over the years Thomas Palfy along with his wife and travelling companion, Susan has visited numerous attractions of the fifth continent. Out of these rich experiences the books Australian Adventures and Images of Australia were created. These two works describe and illustrate visits to the main cities as well as many national parks with their weird and wonderful landscapes, unusual plants, fascinating animals and encounters with people. The West of the West is a travelogue of a trip to the West Coast and the Kimberley region of Western Australia with many colour illustrations. The Hub of Australia and Beyond is a similar account of tours in South Australia and the Northern Territory. Australia Illustrated: The Eastern States completes the trilogy of descriptions and illustrations of tours to the states and territories of the fifth continent. Definitely Digital! is a concise guide to digital photography. Across Australia from East to West is Palfy’s most comprehensive work presenting many of Australia’s incomparable tourist attractions in words and pictures. The author was diagnosed with lung cancer early in 2010. After an operation, several stays in hospital and months of chemotherapy treatment Palfy was back in the Grampians late in October taking photos of wildflowers, mountain ranges and other tourist attractions of the National Park. This was soon after completing his treatment sessions, but not before relating his experiences in the hospital in the book The funny side of lung cancer. The work with its provocative title aims at inspiring people to take an optimistic attitude no matter what situation they have to face in life. In the Postcards from... series of books Palfy describes and illustrates several tourist attractions of Australia, the Grampians mountain ranges, Melbourne and the South Gippsland region of Victoria.

Book Details:
Publisher: CreateSpace (May 6, 2011)
ISBN-10: 1461088887
ISBN-13: 978-1461088882

Language: English
Paperback: 24 Pages
Genre: Art And Photography

Print List Price: $18.95

Thomas Palfy’s Website

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Postcards From The Grampians by Thomas Palfy

The Grampians, one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in Australia is presented here through a series of photographs by Thomas Palfy. The region is very popular with tourists, particularly in the springtime, when many varieties of wildflowers can be found here. The author and his wife have visited the area many times over the years, walked through its forests, climbed its mountains and visited its waterfalls. It is therefore not surprising that the first book of the Postcard from… series is featuring the Grampians National Park. The photographs presented in this volume have been taken during the 2009 and 2010 trips to this exquisite part of Victoria.

Book Details:
A4 Size, 24 Pages Full Colour
Genre: Art And Photography

Print: $21.49
Download: $5.99

Thomas Palfy’s Website

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The Funny Side Of Lung Cancer by Thomas Palfy

Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer, creator of several Australian travel-photo books contracted lung cancer. He decided not to despair but to create a funny book to encourage people not to give up when facing adversity in life. This is an outrageous and witty account of his time spent in hospital, spiced with descriptions of episodes from his life. The reader will also learn about many of his observations and insights affecting our everyday life.

About The Author:

Thomas Palfy left his native Hungary following the crushing of the 1956 uprising by Soviet troops. He settled in Melbourne, Australia in 1957 and studied industrial chemistry there. Thomas worked mainly in the plastics industry until his retirement in 2002. He was a member of Melbourne Camera Club for over 20 years and attended several photography courses. Thomas has recorded a variety of subjects with his camera and has entered competitions and has won numerous awards.

A keen nature lover, he and his wife, Susan have visited all major towns and National Parks of Australia over the years. They have taken many photos and their experiences were written up as letters to friends. The book Australian Adventures was based on these letters. Its companion book, Images of Australia contains about 100 photographs.

Definitely Digital! is a photography guidebook with detailed description of the use of digital cameras.

Across Australia from East to West is the most recent travel guide and photo-essay combined - a book packed with information and images for the tourist and armchair traveller alike.

A collection of Palfy's best images was published under the title Captured with the Camera.

Thomas is married, has a married daughter and three grandchildren.

Book Details:
Publication Date: Jun 03 2010
ISBN/EAN13:1453685855 / 9781453685853
Page Count:40
Language: English
Related Categories: Humor / General

Print Price: $12.50

Thomas Palfy’s Website
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Thursday, September 15, 2011

Books In Sync Recognizes Author Faye M. Tollison

Books In Sync Mystery Novelist Faye M. Tollison Releases ‘To Tell the Truth’ And Faye Promises That A Second Mystery Novel Is In The Works.


Faye M. Tollison has loved mysteries for as long as she can remember. After twenty-seven years in the medical field, she decided to devote herself to writing her own mystery.

Faye has written several articles on writing, which were published in The Quill and a short story published in ‘Catfish Stew’, an anthology by the South Carolina Writers Workshop of which she has been a longstanding member. As a member in her local chapter of the SCWW, she wrote a number of critiques, and they were published in the chapter's newsletter, Printed Matters. She is presently a member of Sisters In Crime.

Author Faye M. Tollison resides with her three cats in upstate South Carolina and is presently writing her second mystery novel.

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Featuring: To Tell The Truth by Faye M. Tollison

Anna Kayce had faced many difficulties in her life and had carried some heavy responsibilities. When she met Senator Kenneth Levall, her world soared. At least until it collapsed. Until that fateful day when the gun she held fired, and the senator fell on the floor at her feet and died.

Undercover cop, Detective John Mentz, came into her life and fell deeply in love with Anna. He gave her reason to question her relationship with the senator, who he was investigating for drug trafficking.

But as strong a woman as Anna was, she had to dig deep to find the strength to endure what followed: the murder of her sister, the destruction of her life, and lastly facing a courtroom full of people, a judge, and a jury in an effort to save the man she really loved. He had confessed to the murder of the senator in order to protect Anna from being charged with the murder.

It was now time for Anna to stand up and tell the truth.

Book Details:

Publisher: CreateSpace (May 4, 2011)

ISBN-10: 1461082331

ISBN-13: 978-1461082330

Language: English

Paperback: 200 Pages

Parental Rating:

This book contains content that may not be suitable for young readers 17 and under.

Genre: Fiction/Mystery/Detective/Crime

Print List Price: $11.99

Amazon Purchase Link

http://www.amazon.com/Tell-Truth-Ms-Faye-Tollison/dp/1461082331/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1307584120&sr=1-1

E-book Price: $4.50

Smashwords EBook Purchase Link

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/58796

Faye M Tollison’s Website

www.FAYEMTOLLISON.com

Faye M. Tollison Joined Books In Sync In June 2011

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Books In Sync Recognizes Childrens Fiction Author Cheryl Carpinello

Books In Sync Author/Teacher Cheryl Carpinello Writes Children/Middle Grade Fiction. Author Cheryl Carpinello Releases ‘Guinevere-On the Eve of Legend’. Cheryl Carpinello’s second book ‘Young Knights of the Round Table: The Kings' Ransom’ is a work-in-progress.

Cheryl Carpinello is first and foremost a teacher. Nothing invigorates her more than guiding young minds in exploring themselves and the world around them. Introducing young people to the literature of the ages and the importance of the written word (even their own!) is a thrill that has never subsided. And so today, she writes for young readers (grades 3-6) and hopes to capture their imaginations as they learn to love literature. Cheryl can think of no better vehicle to do this with than the eternal legend of King Arthur.

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Arthurian Legend Author Cheryl Carpinello

What lets the Legend of King Arthur transcend the centuries and all ages?

A number of things:
First and foremost, the Legend is packed with adventure. Tales of knights fighting knights, rescuing damsels in distress, and the quest for the Holy Grail are found in vivid detail throughout the unending array of stories.

Second, the Legend is about heroes, the Knights of the Round Table: Lancelot, Tristram, Percival, Galahad and the many others. Specifically it is about the main hero, King Arthur.

Third, the Legend is about magic and mystery. Merlyn, the most famous magician ever, lives backwards in time!

Fourth, the Legend is about women and love. The regal Guinevere; the mysterious half sisters of Arthur: Morgan le Fay, Morgause, and Elaine; the witch Nimue who tricks Merlyn into revealing his secrets and then encloses him for life in a cave. The one thing all these women have in common is that they are misunderstood. Writers can't even cast them into the same mold, especially the sisters.

Last, the Legend is about Hope. Arthur and his kingdom are essentially a utopia. A perfect world, at least in the beginning. There is a definite line between right and wrong. Chivalry rules the day. Arthur is the ruler who works not for himself, but for his people. And in the time period that The Once and Future King was written (WWII), the Legend offered a safe haven for people's dreams.

Cheryl Carpinello’s favorites, like The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, Golding's Lord of the Flies and The Once and Future King, were all written to offer hope to a world embroiled in another world war. A Tale of Two Cities illustrates how unselfish true love enables people to offer the supreme sacrifice to preserve that love, while Dostoevsky's Crime and Punishment shows how circumstances can cause people to do despicable acts. The one book that connects of all of these texts as well as a multitude of others is Joseph Campbell's The Hero with a Thousand Faces. The journey of the hero, depicted by Campbell, is a universal theme that never dies out.

Cheryl Carpinello’s first book ‘Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend’ introduces young readers to the timeless King Arthur Legend and Guinevere the girl as she struggles with growing up and fulfilling her destiny. She hopes young readers develop an understanding of the girl Guinevere, how she is like them today. Everyone has to grow up; everyone has unpleasant choices to make; and that regardless of when we are born or how old we are, we don't always get our way. And when that happens, we have to accept it and move on. Good lessons for any age.

As a retired teacher, nothing invigorates Cheryl more than guiding young minds in exploring themselves and the world around them. Introducing young people to the literature of the ages and the importance of the written word (even their own!) is a thrill that has never subsided. And so today, she writes for young readers (grades 3-6) and hopes to capture their imaginations as they learn to love literature.

Cheryl Carpinello’s second book ‘Young Knights of the Round Table: The Kings' Ransom’ is a work-in-progress. Look for a preview later in 2011.

Cheryl also loves to travel. Her favorite trip was a two week visit to Egypt with her husband that included traveling by local train from one end of Egypt to the other.

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Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend – by Cheryl Carpinello

Before she was a queen, Guinevere was a typical 12-year old who enjoyed having the run of the castle. With her friend, 7-year old Cedwyn, she spends her days having adventures that include almost getting stomped by King Pellinore and the Painted Dragon! She and Merlyn the wizard also encounter the mystical Nume and a legendary creature of the forest. When she finds out that she has been promised in marriage to the young King Arthur, Guinevere does what any girl her age would do: she rebells and runs away.

Editorial Reviews:

“In this intro to the lore of Camelot, a spirited young Guinevere struggles to accept her destiny. As author Carpinello spins this tale, her writing often sparkles. Guinevere and Cedwyn endear with their sincerity and spontaneity.”
Reviewed by BlueInk Reviews

“Exciting new children's author Cheryl Carpinello can now be added to the writers recreating the Legend of Arthur for new generations with Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend.”
Reviewed by Tyler R. Tichelaar, Ph.D., author of the award-winning novel Narrow Lives

“Most people are familiar with the story of King Arthur, his Lady Guinevere, and her Knight Lancelot. What author Cheryl Carpinello has done in "Guinevere: On The Eve Of Legend" is spin a fascinating story of the child Guinevere who on the advent of her thirteenth birth day is being presented with the responsibilities of becoming betrothed in marriage. Having to give up playing with her friend Cedwyn, playing on the grounds of the castle, and engaging in the usual childhood pastimes and pursuits is something young Guinevere is loathed to do. But with the aide of her teacher and friend Merlyn the Wizard, Guinevere embarks upon her destiny whether she wants to or not! Also available in an e-book edition, "Guinevere: On The Eve Of Legend" is a deftly written and thoroughly entertaining story that will delight and engage young readers from beginning to end, making it a highly recommended addition to school and community library collections.”
Reviewed by Midwest Review, May 2009

"...Carpinello manages to create a unique and original version of Guinevere’s childhood. Carpinello is obviously enthusiastic about sharing the Arthurian legend with young readers. Her biography states that “The focus in her writing is on reluctant readers.” I felt she provided enough magic and detail to appeal to readers of all ages, especially in her realistic portrait of Guinevere coming of age. I also appreciated her short, educational section at the book’s end, including a discussion of the King Arthur Legend, a glossary, discussion questions, and some additional reading. The book is suitable for readers, depending on their reluctance or proclivity to read, from about third grade through middle school, although as an adult, I enjoyed the book thoroughly. “Guinevere: On the Eve of Legend” is a novel sure to win readers’ hearts and add to the many fans of the King Arthur legend."
Review by: Tyler R. Tichelaar, Ph.D., author of the award-winning novel Narrow Lives

"...While shedding light on the youthful years of the legendary queen, Ms. Carpinello instills each chapter with vivid glimpses of the past and adds lessons of life that every child can and should take to heart.

The story of Guinevere as a girl is filled with adventures and misadventures as well as charming line illustrations at the beginning of each chapter. Young people and adults alike will fall in love with the exuberant Guinevere and the faithful Cedwyn. For adults the story brings back memories of the long lost days of childhood; for young readers it is a journey into legend and the distant past with just a sprinkling of magic."
Reviewed by: Sarah Katz (2009) Bookpleasures.com

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Book Details:
Publisher: Outskirts Press (March 30, 2009)
ISBN-10: 143273704X
ISBN-13: 978-1432737047
Language: English
Paperback: 122 Pages
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Genre: Children/Middle Grade Fiction (Ages 9-12)
Print List Price: $10.95
Kindle Edition: $2.99

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Thursday, September 1, 2011

Books In Sync September 2011 Newsletter

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Books In Sync Genre of the Month - September 2011