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McCullough's clear and compelling writing and commentary has made a
variety of topics more accessible and interesting to readers," said Sharon
Anderson Wright, president and CEO of Half Price Books. "He has encouraged a
great number of people to read, and we are excited to recognize him. After discussing the past success of the
National Book Festival, the board decided to again sponsor the event, and
elected Mr.

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The festival is hosted by first lady Laura Bush
and organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress, which is dedicated to
sharing its enormous resources with citizens of all ages.

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A former business journalist,
she continues to write for business trade publications .

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YOGA CHICK is illustrated by Chicagoan Sheila MacDiarmid.

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CHICAGO, YOGA CHICK: A Hip Guide to Everything Om
(Warner Books Trade Paperback, January 5, 2006, $12.
"YOGA CHICK combines yoga sequences with tips and techniques that support a
healthy and natural lifestyle. McCullough to Be Recognized for His Support of American History

WASHINGTON, The Half Price Books Community
Services Fund Committee has chosen author David McCullough as the 2005
recipient of its National Reading Advocacy Award.
David McCullough has authored several books, including The Johnstown
Flood, The Great Bridge, The Path between the Seas, Truman, and more recently,
1776.

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A passionate yogini, Gallanis is a corporate communications, public
relations and marketing executive in Chicago. The presentation will take
place on Saturday, September 24, at 12:30 p.

Born in Czechoslovakia , Ludmila Zeman has been a Canadian citizen since 1988.

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Noted Author and Historian David McCullough to Receive Half Price Books Community Services' Reading Advocacy Award

at the National Book Festival 's
media tent located in the National Mall.
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Past recipients include Librarian of Congress Dr.

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Transitions Bookplace is a nationally known leader in the growth and
transformation market. Each year the program's executive board honors
someone who has made great strides in promoting reading initiatives on a
statewide or national level.

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North Avenue, Chicago, IL.
"The YOGA CHICK lifestyle satisfies the contemporary, young woman's desire
for style, strength and serenity , on and off her yoga mat," says Gallanis. Gift baskets with products and services
will be raffled .gov/bookfest/ .

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author Bess Gallanis will make its national launch at a book signing event
hosted by Transitions Bookplace on Wednesday, January 25 at 7:00 PM.
Transitions is located at 1000 W. Billington;
Daryl Johnston, former Dallas Cowboy and FOX NFL Game Analyst; and Sara
Hickman, nationally acclaimed children's singer and songwriter, for their
support and dedication to national and local literacy efforts.

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for breathing new life into a spirited American history through his books,
essays and commentary, which, in turn, has encouraged more Americans to read
and enjoy the written word. Half Price Books recognizes Mr.

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"My personal lifestyle is committed to ongoing growth, transformation and
wellness.

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The book signing event at Transitions Bookplace will feature an
introduction to the YOGA CHICK world. YOGA CHICK combines my passion with my profession," says Gallanis.
In addition to the National Book Festival , Half Price Books Community
Services Corporation's 2005 projects include support of programs of Literacy
USA, an umbrella agency supporting literacy groups; creation of children's
libraries in hospitals , pediatric clinics and community centers across the
nation; and the donation of nearly two million books to the "Feed The
Children" national organization.

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'YOGA CHICK: A Hip Guide to All Things Om ' by Chicago Author Bess Gallanis Makes Its Nationwide Launch at Transitions Bookplace

A second YOGA CHICK book, a Web site and an animated character are in
development. Activities
include everything from advice on copyrighting books to meet and greets with
children's book characters.

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" YOGA CHICK includes easy-to-follow
guidelines, illustrations and helpful sidebars on introspection through
meditation and journaling; nutrition education through recipes for healthy
smoothies, spritzers, and calming herbal tea; mood enhancing with aromatherapy
and natural spa treatments. It features a wide range of books, cards, media,
gifts, services, workshops, community events and author appearances that
support personal growth and transformation.
The National Book Festival celebrates books and literacy through readings,
musical performances and book-signings for children , adults and families by
more than 80 noted authors and artists from around the country.

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promoting reading and lifelong learning and for allowing Americans the
opportunity to reconnect with their country's history.

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She is a regular
contributor to "Yoga Chicago" magazine and YOGA CHICK is her first book. McCullough to receive the 2005 National Reading Advocacy Award.

Her works include Gilgamesh the King, The Last Quest of Gilgamesh, and The Revenge of Ishtar.

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He has lectured extensively nationwide and abroad, and has acted as
host of Smithsonian World and The American Experience .loc.

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The award recognizes Mr."
Half Price Books Community Services Corporation, which is a 501(c)(3)
division of Dallas-based Half Price Books, supports many literacy and
environmentally -based projects, and often sponsors events such as the National
Book Festival, which has helped bring national focus to the growing illiteracy
problem in the United States.