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Saturday, September 25th, 2010 (4:00 PM)
Wanda Wen
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From organic and eco-friendly wraps to lush and romantic
presentations, the more than 50 projects and ideas contained in The Art of
Gift Wrapping will remind you that it is as much fun to wrap as it is to
receive.
Gift wrap and paper expert Wanda Wen knows what it means to give thoughtfully
wrapped presents a talent that has made her and her store, Soolip, a favorite
among celebrities and tastemakers. With her expert tips and techniques and
creative vision she invites you to use natural, luxurious, and everyday
materials to perfectly dress any present for its occasion. Whether nestling your
gift in a bed of all-natural moss, creating custom packing tape, cascading fresh
flowers down a tower of boxes, or simply matching a festive paper with just the
right ribbon tie your thoughtful packages will leave lasting impressions long
after the gifts have been opened.
"The rise of the contemporary artisan movement and allure of
the artisanal is in direct response to the influx of digital technology in
today's world," says Wen, whose Soolip Paperie & Press boutique and custom
letterpress design studio has long been recognized for its signature collection
of handmade designs and artistry. "People innately yearn for things that are
tactile and speak to the senses. That's why we are drawn to the aesthetics of
the artisanal. It's refreshing and real."
Wanda Wen is the founder and creative force behind Soolip,
the Los Angeles paper and lifestyle boutique that is a favorite among Hollywood
celebrities and tastemakers and corporate clients. Wen has successfully combined
her passions for paper and nature with her background in fashion, launching the
unique brand Soolip with multiple extensions and satellite businesses. Wen and
Soolip have been featured in numerous publications, including Martha Stewart
Weddings, Town & Country, Vogue, InStyle, Elegant Bride, Travel + Leisure,
People, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal. Wen has also appeared
on Today, HGTV, the Style Network, E!, and the Fine Living Channel. She is also
an expert gift wrapper for Scotch brand and a judge for the annual Scotch Brand
Most Gifted Wrapper Contest. Wen resides in Los Angeles with her three children,
a dog, two birds, and a guinea pig. Visit her online at www.soolip.com,
www.asoolipwedding.com, and www.soolip.blogspot.com.
Saturday, October 16th, 2010 (4:00 PM)
Elizabeth Barrial & D. H. Altair
What girl can resist a dark, brooding, neck-nibbling boyfriend
whose forbidden love adds to the intense attraction and sexual
excitement? But it's not easy for a mere mortal to hook up with
a vampire ? unless she knows all about these mysterious
creatures of the night. That's where Vampires Don't Sleep
Alone comes in. The authors of this revealing book have
ventured deep into the hidden world of vampire lust, romance,
and sex to find answers to the questions on the lips of every
red-blooded American girl. From basics like "Where can I find a
cute vampire?" and "How do I get his attention without becoming
dinner?" to trickier issues like "What if I want to have sex
with the lights on?" and "Is his feeding cheating?,"
Vampires Don't Sleep Alone covers and uncovers it all. The
authors' clever advice, sexy tips, and proven tricks allow
readers to meet, attract, and ultimately bed the vampire of
their dreams.
On those full-moon nights when ordinary humans morph into
frightening, savage fiends, the threat to humanity from
werewolves eclipses that of zombies, ninjas, or even vampires.
Walking city streets from restaurant to bar, shopping at 24-hour
supermarkets, or commuting home late from the office,
unsuspecting humans make perfect prey for these flesh-devouring
beasts. Fortunately, When Werewolves Attack offers the
vital life-saving information needed to counter the rising tide
of werewolf attacks. From highly effective self-defense moves to
shrewd techniques for outwitting and killing werewolves, this
book can transform anyone into an awesome werewolf hunter.
A comprehensive guide to all aspects of werewolf existence, this
informative handbook traces the origins of the werewolf
"disease" and shows how to spot the telltale signs that indicate
who among us will transform hideously come the next full moon.
For those who are attracted to these seductively dangerous
creatures, this book offers helpful advice on befriending and
even sleeping with a werewolf.
D.H. Altair is the vampire nom de plume of Del Howison, a three-time
nominated Bram Stoker Award winning editor and author. He has been nominated for
a Shirley Jackson Award, a Rondo Hatton Award, and the Black Quill Award. His
own short stories have appeared in various anthologies throughout the years and
his tale The Lost Herd was converted into a script by Mick Garris and filmed
as the premiere episode of the NBC horror anthology series Fear Itself.
Elizabeth Barrial is a freelance writer and the co-owner of Black Phoenix
Alchemy Lab, the world's first dark perfume house, whose thematic focus is
literature and gothic cultural anthropology.
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