Local Author Deanna Klingel publishes new book, Spirit the Tiny White Reindeer, with Progressive Rising Phoenix Press

Progressive Rising Phoenix Press is proud to announce that Spirit the Tiny White Reindeer was released August 5th, 2017. This charming Christmas book, suitable for children of all ages, is filled with delightful illustrations by the talented Steve Daniels and rhyming text by award-winning author Deanna Klingel.

The book is a new holiday classic to be enjoyed season after season by children, parents, grandparents, teachers, and caregivers. Targeting the real meaning of the Christmas, the Christmas Spirit, the theme teaches the importance of keeping the Christmas spirit alive year round. The message is easy to grasp, and the lilting rhyme is one that children can recite and memorize on their own. It is the perfect seasonal or gift for any occasion and can be passed down from generation to generation.

"The world needs the gift that talented author, Deanna Klingel, brings us in this refreshing visit to Santa's workshop where virtues are valued, and a tiny misfit reindeer is welcome. This adorable reindeer, who personifies true Christmas Spirit, is a charming addition to each family's holiday traditions."-- Cathy Gilmore, award-winning children's author and ministry founder of Virtue Work Media.com.


Deanna Klingel, award-winning author of children's books, YA novels, and short stories, has lived many places with her childhood sweetheart husband Dave, but they now call the North Carolina mountains their home. The couple enjoys visiting their seven grown children and their families. Deanna K. Klingel often visits schools, libraries, and book stores. She is a member of NCWN-West.

Jennifer Holley Lux to Read the Poetry of Thomas Lux at Writers' Night, Blairsville, GA

An Evening Dedicated to Humorous Writing

Because we all need a little more laughter in our lives...

Bring something funny to read for open mic! 

Our featured reader is the poet, Jennifer Holley Lux, widow of Tom Lux, internationally known poet and teacher who passed away in February to the dismay of poetry lovers all over the world. His poems are full of intelligent, quirky humor, often with an undercurrent of joy. 

Tara Lynne Groth to teach Email Marketing Class for Authors at Writers Circle, Hayesville, NC, on Saturday, August 5, 2017

Tara Lynne Groth will teach an Email Marketing Class for Authors, at Writers Circle, Hayesville, NC, on Saturday, August 5, 2017.

Tara Lynne Groth writes SEO content and develops blogs for site owners. Before running her writing business she was a marketing manager and public relations director. She speaks at conferences and teaches classes on best blogging practices and search engine optimization.

Authors keep in touch with their audience by sending newsletters, book tour updates, and special event info. Email marketing has grown more reliable as social media reach becomes unpredictable.

When you have an audience who volunteers to hear from you, you need to nurture it. How can you increase open rates with crafty subject lines, prevent unsubscribes, and boost engagement? We'll review these topics, plus user-friendly email marketing services.

Groth increased the open rate of her monthly newsletter by approximately 25% in the past year, and has increased open rates for her clients by more than 20%. www.taralynnegroth.com

For details on this class, please contact Glenda Council Beall at 828-389-4441, or at:

http://www.glendacouncilbeall.com/Writers Circle Around the Table