February 21, 2007

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The Psychic Twins On The Dr. Keith Ablow Show Again THIS FRIDAY
BookLocker authors Terry and Linda Jamison's last appearance resulted in record ratings for the show, so The Psychic Twins have been invited back! Check your local listings for The Dr. Keith Ablow Show on Friday, February 23rd. For more information, see http://www.psychictwins.com. Terry and Linda's story is now available in their new book, Separated at Earth: The Story of the Psychic Twins, at http://www.booklocker.com/books/2762.html or by special order from your favorite online or brick and mortar bookstore.

Second Annual "Portia Steele Award" For Poetry & Prose
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Spring 2007 24-Hour Short Story Contest Now Open For Entrants
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