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Blog postI entered the Sierra Club Southern Nevada writing contest on What Earth Day Means To Me. I thought I’d share it on Zenobia's website. Zenobia taught me how to fight for justice. And it's time we fight for the EARTH. The other day my husband and I were discussing how we want all this isolation to go away but we don't want to just stay the same. Our new motto is: Don't want to return to normal, return to better. What EARTH DAY means to me.I didn’t always celebrate or even know about Earth Day. I s
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Blog postOver at our publishing website geodepress.com we're doing a series of blogs about making movies. A film student is sharing her knowledge with us while she's taking classes. We've found her information very valuable as we would love to see Zenobia's amazing story on the big screen or a TV series someday soon. Check out some of the Geode Entertainment articles below:Read about the important job a Script Supervisor has to make sure everything works together. https://www.geodepress.com/single-post/2
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Blog postOver at geodepress.comwe've been sharing a series of articles about pioneering women who have broken the barriers in their field. I love reading stories about women I would otherwise never known about. For instance, in 1810 Madame Clicquot created her own company Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin. The champagne production techniques pioneered by Madame Clicquot to produce delicious and popular vintages were adopted across the region and are still used today. Shirley Muldowney, the first lady of drag raci
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Blog postYou may want to be environmentally friendly but you're not sure what you can do to help. I sometimes wonder if my small contribution really makes a difference? I did a little research and found that EARTHDAY.ORG has lots of great information on what you can do to help the EARTH. Here’s some things I’ve been focusing on:Use reusable bags when going to the store.Eat more fruits and vegetables.Help Earth by planting trees and gardens. Trees for the Earth campaign plans to plant 7.8 billion trees —
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Blog postOn March 8th, 1911 is when the first International Women’s Day was established. The purpose of this day is to 1 - Celebrate women's achievement. 2 - Raise awareness against bias. 3 - Take action for equality.The theme for 2019 is “A balanced world is a better world.”https://www.internationalwomensday.com/1 - Celebrate women's achievement.These websites have collected many inspiring stories of strong women in a variety of catagories. https://womenshistorymonth.gov/ or https://www.womenshistory.or
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Blog postJanuary is human trafficking awareness month, with the 11th being Human Trafficking Awareness Day."The more of us who are educated about this crime, the harder it will be for the criminals and evildoers to operate freely, and the tougher it will be for them to get off with a mere judicial slap on the wrist when they are caught. History reports that Zenobia fought for justice. In this book she does so in two ways. First, she tries to free the oppressed. Second, she plots to punish the slaver
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Blog postGet your free ebook at amazon.comZenobia - Birth of a Legend is also discounted
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Blog postThe GREAT SUMMER READS event is still going strong. Join the fun! You're sure to find lots of books and authors you'll enjoy reading and learning more about. Don't miss out -->Click "Going" on the GREAT SUMMER READS facebook event.Here's a few of the books that have been highlighted in the GREAT SUMMER READS:Many more wonderful books to come. The Zenobia Book Series will be highlighted on July 25th and 26th this week.In honor of this event we've decided to offer both ebooks for free
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Blog postWondering what to read this summer? Don't worry we've got you covered for all your summer reading needs at the GREAT SUMMER READSevent, starting today! Learn about 24 amazing books and their authors over the next 4 weeks. Plus don't miss out on prizes and giveaways.COME JOIN THE FUN HERE!Check back later this month for when the ZENOBIA BOOK SERIES will be highlighted on July 25th and 26th. Happy Summer Reading!Thanks to lovingthebook.com for putting together this event.
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Blog postIndividually, we're one drop but together we're an ocean. International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The International Women's Day 2018 campaign theme is "Press for Progress." www.internationalwomensday.com#IWD2018 #PressforProgressFor Women’s History Month the theme is "NEVERTHELESS SHE PERSISTED." There are lots of great examples of strong women in the Zenobia Book Series. In book one,
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Blog postThe Ancient Olympics in Greece was held during Zenobia's time. We can imagine with her competitive nature she may have wanted to participate. However, women were prohibited from directly competing in the events. They were allowed to enter horses in chariot races. These women were banned from driving the chariots themselves, but as owners and trainers they were still eligible to claim the victory wreath.Cynisca, a princess of Sparta was the first woman in history to win at the Ancient Olympic Gam
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Blog postRuss Wallace is using his words to help shine a light on the sex slave trade. Read why he feels this is important. "The Slave Trade -Slavery has been significant part of the human experience for thousands of years. Still, it is disheartening to see the depths into which some slavers have plunged, to the shame and degradation of themselves, and the terrible suffering of their victims.An especially heinous, that is, shockingly evil, example of this is the sexual slave trade. Even worse, it fr
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Blog post"The more of us who are educated about this crime, the harder it will be for the criminals and evildoers to operate freely, and the tougher it will be for them to get off with a mere judicial slap on the wrist when they are caught. History reports that Zenobia fought for justice. In this book she does so in two ways. First, she tries to free the oppressed. Second, she plots to punish the slavers. She will continue her crusade in future books in the series." -Russ Wallace, Author of Zen
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Blog postJanuary is Human Trafficking Awareness MonthLearn how to identify victims of human trafficking and how to report suspected instances. Help save lives.Call 1-866-DHS-2-ICE (1-866-347-2423) to report suspicious criminal activity to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Tip Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year. The Tip Line is accessible outside the United States by calling 802-872-6199.Submit a tip at www.ice.gov/tips. Highly
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Blog postThere is some disagreement over when Book Lovers Day is celebrated. Most people celebrate it on August 9th. Others have the celebration on the first Saturday in November. Why not celebrate BOOK LOVERS DAY everyday? In hopes to not only entertain but to improve your health and mind we are offering book one, Zenobia - Birth of a Legend and the thrilling sequel, Zenobia - Challenging a Legend for Free!Visit Amazon.com to get your Free ebook from Nov 1st - Nov 5th. Read why reading keeps you healthy
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Blog postIn celebration of "Talk Like a Pirate Day," we're sharing a scene from book two. Zenobia is considering how to commandeering a ship to save young girls being sold into sex slavery. Chapter 43 in Zenobia - Challenging a Legend:“Hasshel has a ship carrying kidnapped young girls who are to be sold as slaves.” She paused to read Jasmine’s expression and was gratified to see the older woman’s eyes flash with anger. She continued simply, “I want to take it!” “Of course you do,” Jasmine respo
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Blog postEach time a girl opens a book and reads a womanless history, she learns she is worth less. ~ Myra Pollack SadkerHistory helps us learn who we are, but when we don’t know our own history, our power and dreams are immediately diminished.Multicultural American women are overlooked in most mainstream approaches to U.S. history, so the National Women’s History Project champions their accomplishments and leads the drive to write women back into history.Recognizing the achievements of women in all face
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Blog postGET STARTED ON YOUR SUMMER READING TODAY WITH A FREE COPY OF ZENOBIA - BIRTH OF A LEGEND &ZENOBIA - CHALLENGING A LEGENDJUNE 24TH - 28TH Get both ebooks in the Zenobia Book Series for FREE at AMAZON.com
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Blog postTake a moment to focus on Stress Awareness Month. I know that's easier said than done. When it's hard to remember just start singing the famous "Frozen" song:Here's some things you can control. 10 Foods for Stress Relief:Feeling stressed? Instead of reaching for candy, try one of our top 10 foods for stress relief. There's no cure-all food to erase frustration, but you can get some stress relief by exercising and including more of these foods in your diet.1. Avocado and Banana-That's t
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Blog post"Our History is Our Strength!" - The National Women's History ProjectNational Women’s History Month 2017"Writing Women back into history." - http://www.nwhp.org/Celebrating women in History- Meet Zenobia.Brilliant and beautiful, ZENOBIA carried the greatest female military mind in history. Inspiring to people of all ages, Zenobia uses the skills of both a warrior and a queen to fight against injustice. The Zenobia Book Series spans her entire life from her birth to when her l
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Blog postphoto credithttps://www.pinterest.com/pin/302726406178949655/Odenathus visits Zenobia and they discuss the life of a warrior. "...this is the life I have chosen, and it is the life I will live. You have no responsibility for that choice, it is all mine. If I fall in battle, you will have no guilt for that, just as I would have had no guilt if the second lioness had killed you. Naturally, we will do our best to protect our comrades and allies, but we live dangerous lives in an uncertain worl
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Blog postOur Tuesday Teaser is Zenobia visiting her friends Jasmine and Asher in Tadmor. She has a special job she can only trust them with. “When my mother, uncle, and I traveled to Egypt a year ago, we were ambushed on the way. Our attackers knew who mother and I were, wife and daughter of a wealthy sheik, and they planned to kidnap us and hold us for ransom.“Most of the tribe did not know that mother and I would be with the caravan. Yet someone sold that information to bandits. I want to know who, why
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Blog postZenobia's armor has gone missing, but will that stop her from joining her troops for battle? Read the Tuesday Teaser to find out. (photo credithttps://www.pinterest.com/pin/28147566395438117/)“I see your weapons, but where is your armor, sister?” Itai asked. She had only an arm shield. She shrugged and answered, “It seems to have gone missing.” The men within hearing murmured at this. “In that case, you will fight alongside myself and Jarmin.” Seeing her facial expression he added in a tone that
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Blog postAre you waiting for the release of Book 3 in the Zenobia Book Series? Now you can get a little taste of what's in store for Zenobia with our Tuesday Teasers. Russ is hard at work writing and editing book 3. He's also writing a new book "Deluge." (which you can get more information on that project at www.geodepress.com.)First, we'd like your help and input on the title for book 3. Which title would grab your attention more?Zenobia - Rise of a Legend orZenobia - Growth of a LegendPlease
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Blog postToday is the last day to purchase any of the books in the Zenobia Book Series and ALL proceeds will go to those in need. All month long Geode Press has been focusing on Human Trafficking Month. We want to help those who've been enslaved, especially our children.Zenobia, a 3rd century Warrior Queen from Syria had to fight for justice to help her people escape slavery from the greatest empire on earth. YOU too can help end slavery!WHAT CAN YOU DO?First, recognize there is a problem. Second, don't
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Blog posthttp://www.worldofchildren.org/Here at Geode Press we want to do all we can to help stop this heinous act of using children as slaves. The innocent need to be protected; all month long we're donating all the proceeds from the Zenobia Book Series to a non-profit organization that focuses on shutting down groups who sell children for sex. What can you do to help?BUY Zenobia - Birth of a Legend and Zenobia - Challenging a Legend. If you already have a copy, buy one for a friend or buy a copy and do
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Blog postJanuary is Human Trafficking Awareness Month(The following statement is found on page 499 in book two, Zenobia - Challenging a Legend by Russ Wallace.) "The Slave Trade Slavery has been significant part of the human experience for thousands of years. Still, it is disheartening to see the depths into which some slavers have plunged, to the shame and degradation of themselves, and the terrible suffering of their victims.An especially heinous, that is, shockingly evil, example of this is the s
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Blog postGo to Amazon.com to get both ebooks in the Zenobia Book Series at an extremely discounted rate. Zenobia - Birth of a Legend is81% off and Zenobia - Challenging a Legend starts as low as 51% off. This sale is a limited time offer, get your copy now!If you've read Zenobia Book Series this will be a great opportunity to get a present for someone else. Also, Please leave a review on Amazon. Thank you for your support. A true historical figure in the 3rd century, born in the desert wilderness of Syri
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Blog postGeode Press crew meets Stephenie Meyer!Read our blog from our publishing website:http://www.geodepress.com/single-post/2016/11/23/The-Geode-Press-crew-at-Stephenie-Meyers-book-signing
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Blog postIn celebration of our new website www.geodepress.comwe're offering both books in the Zenobia Book Series for FREE. Download both ebooks for free at Amazon.com starting this Saturday October 15th - Wednesday October 19th. Here's your chance to read about Zenobia the Warrior Queen who will conquer Egypt and challenge Rome. Learn why Zenobia fights for justice!Read some reviews about the Zenobia Book Series:"Russ’s passion for empowering women shines on every page. The ladies of the Zenobia se
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Blog postOur LOW PRICE SPECIAL is ending on Aug 31st. Take advantage of the sale!Hardcover books are going back to the original price of $24.99 on Sept 1st. Take advantage right now while HARDCOVERS are:Zenobia - Birth of a Legend for only $9.95 Zenobia - Challenging a Legend for only $14.95Or the Zenobia Book Series Combo is only $20.00E-books will be back to their original price of $9.99 on Sept 1st.Take advantage right now while e-books are ONLY:Zenobia - Birth of a Legend for only $2.99Zenobia - Chal
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Blog postIn ancient Olympics athletes traveled from distant lands, including Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt and Italy, to compete.Map available at http://www.markaurel.de/index.htmlThe ancient Olympics in Greece were held during Zenobia's time. Zenobia studied the Greek language and she enjoyed learning of their history. She may have wanted to travel to watch the games and knowing her competitive nature she may have wanted to participate. However, women were prohibited from directly competing in the events. Th
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Blog postOnce again we look on from afar at Comic-con and Nerd HQ weekend. I did get to wait in the Comic-con waiting room for possible tickets but I didn't get picked for the Comic-con lottery...Why does the Zenobia Book Series want to attend Comic-con and NERDHQ? First of all, we love superheroes. Like everyone else we enjoy watching S.H.I.E.L.D. ,AVENGERS,Firefly, etc.Pretty much we love all things Joss Whedon. We'd be like kids in a candy store meeting our heroes. But the main reason why we'd want to
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Blog postWe had fun with our Book Blitz Party for Zenobia Book Series. We highly recommend LOVING THE BOOK for all your marketing needs! We've used them twice now and have been very happy with the results. We'll continue to use them for all our future marketing events. Check them out at: http://lovingthebooklaunchparty.blogspot.com/Winners for the Amazon Gift Cards are... (Drum-roll Please)Amanda Daggett Nikolina VukelićAmber Marie GossAriel YearwoodCongratulations and Thanks for participating in our Zen
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Blog postWhat do you think of the book trailer for Zenobia - Challenging a Legend?Download your FREE copy of Zenobia - Challenging a LegendAvailable from June 29th - July 3rd at Amazon.com
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Blog postDownload your FREE copy of book one, Zenobia - Birth of a LegendNOW!Available from June 22nd - 26th at amazon.comPut book one, Zenobia - Birth of a Legend on your summer reading list. Learn about Zenobia the Warrior Queen. Join the Fun starting June 22nd at our Book Blitz Party -WIN AMAZON GIFT CARDS- FREE PROMOTIONShttps://www.facebook.com/events/
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Blog postWhat do you think of our new book trailer for the Zenobia Book Series? View more at Book TrailersMark your calendar for exciting events happening this month: June 22nd Book Blitz for book one, Zenobia - Birth of a LegendJune 29th Book Blitz for book two, Zenobia - Challenging a LegendClick on the link of each book above to be taken to the Facebook Event page, click on "going" and you'll be signed up to attend the event. What's happening at the Book Blitz? We're giving away AMAZON GIFT
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Blog postCELEBRATE WITH US JUNE 22ND @ OUR BOOK BLITZ PARTY! For BOOK ONE,ZENOBIA - BIRTH OF A LEGENDWIN AMAZON GIFT CARDSFREE PROMOTIONSAND MUCH MUCH MORE!click "going" on the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/
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Blog postHardcover $9.95BUY NOWEbook $2.99BUY on AMAzonHardcover $14.95BUY NOWEbook $5.99BUY ON AMAZONHARDCOVER SPECIALBOTH BOOKS FOR A NEW LOW PRICE $20.00BUY NOW
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Blog postJoin NASA for a #24Seven Celebration of Earth DayNASA wants to capture what people all around the world are doing to protect, improve and celebrate Earth – and we need your help.How can I take part?Millions of people will take time out of their day this April 22 to do their part to make Earth a better place. Others will mark the day by spending it outside, celebrating the beauty, ruggedness and life-giving elements that make Earth our home in the solar system.Take a picture or a short video of w
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Blog postInternational Women's Day 2016 #PledgeForParity is the International Women's Day 2016 campaign theme. Take action. Make a pledgeon our homepage to help accelerate gender parity.Visit http://www.internationalwomensday.com/PledgeForParityCampaign
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Blog postThe theme for Women's History Month is something we feel very strongly about. "Our History is Our Strength!"The National Women's History ProjectThis is true for Zenobia's story. Her fight against injustices will give us strenght in our fight today. In book two,Zenobia - Challenging a Legend chapter 27, Zenobia talks about the injustices she experienced as a child. Read the excerpt below:We understand you had to masquerade as a boy growing up. That must have been a challenge.”Zenobia ch
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Blog postThe Lighthouse of Alexandria, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient WorldWe're excited the Lighthouse of Alexandria will be rebuilt nearby its original location. This was confirmed in a meeting on May 2015, by members of the Permanent Committee of the Egyptian Antiquities.The Lighthouse plays a major role in the Zenobia Book Series. Zenobia's first visit to the Pharos is in book one, read from the sample chapters:Zenobia - Birth of a Legend Chapter 37Here's a scene from book two, Zenobia - Cha
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Blog postOkay, we didn't do anything as drastic as commendeer the ship but we did cruise the Western Caribbean on the Caribbean Princess. We had lots of fun playing and seeing the sights. Jason and Russ Ruth and Russ at the Mayan ruins in Costa Maya (Jason in the background taking pictures of a howling monkey) Jason and Julie on top of the Mayan ruins in BelizeJulie and Russ Russ and Jason on top of the MayanTemple in Belize Ruth at the bottom of the ruins Julie, Jason, and Russ climbing the Mayan rui
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Blog postJanuary 2016 is Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Month. Monday, Jan. 11 is Trafficking Prevention Day.History reports that Zenobia fought for justice. In book two, Zenobia - Challenging a Legend, she fights for justice by first, trying to free the oppressed. Second, plotting to punish the slavers. She will continue her crusade in future books in the series. Facts about Human Trafficking AwarenessThere are 21-30 million people in slavery today. This is more than at any tim
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