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OCTOBER, 2006
Local Children's Book Authors Release First Book, FALI

Charlestonian's Tom and Georgia Lucas, who spent five years in Africa while Tom was working for the American Embassy, have released their first picture book for ages 5-12 titled, FALI. FALI is a beautifully illustrated and touching story of a young boy who learns to take care of his animal and in the process, becomes a man. The idea for the book came about when, in Mali, Georgia remarked on the plight of many horses and donkeys overburdened with packs and heavy carts.

Amadou is a fourteen-year-old boy who lives in a village in West Africa. One day, Amadou's father asks him to teach their youngest donkey, Fali, to pull the cart. The young boy and the donkey become a big help to Amadou's family. But soon the cart becomes too heavy for the little donkey to pull. Will Amadou do what's best for the donkey or simply obey his father?

To purchase FALI or learn more about Tom and Georgia Lucas, visit their web site at www.t-glucasproductions.com.

AUGUST, 2006
Local Roofing Company Launches Web Site

Charleston-based Coastal Roofing Co., Inc. has launched an informational website, www.coastalroofingcompany.com. Founded on the basic philosophy that “a great roof at a fair price is essential,” Coastal Roofing strives to ensure that this goal is carried out with every job done. With four Built-Up crews, two Single Ply crews, two Metal crews, and a Slate crew, the company is capable of handling all of your roofing needs.

Coastal Roofing is a member of the Charleston Chamber of Commerce, Charleston Contractor’s Association, and the Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA). The company holds an unlimited general contractor’s license with the State of South Carolina and is also licensed in Florida. For more information, visit www.coastalroofingcompany.com.

AUGUST, 2006
Web Site Launched to Find The Perfect Home in the Charleston Area

Coldwell Banker Coastal Properties agent, Andrea Bell, has launched a website geared towards home-seekers to find the perfect home in the Charleston area. The web site features Charleston area information, mortgage information, a full CTAR MLS search, plus listings for available homesites and new home construction in Mount Pleasant.

Bell is a Top Producer and Prism Award winner and specializes in new home construction in the Mount Pleasant area. For more information about Andrea Bell or to find your perfect home in the Charleston area, visit www.fortheperfecthome.com.

May, 2006
Web Site Launched for New Townhome Community

Coldwell Banker Coastal Properties has launched a new website for a new townhome community off Dorchester Road in Ladson, SC, The Grand Oaks Preserve. The 3-bedroom townhomes are currently under construction and model homes are open for viewing.

For more information about The Grand Oaks Preserve, visit www.grandoakspreserve.com.

April, 2006
Charleston-area Author Signs Two-Book Deal

Local author, Nicole Seitz, has signed a two-book deal with Integrity Publishers. Her first novel, THE SPIRIT OF SWEETGRASS, is set to be released in February 2007.

THE SPIRIT OF SWEETGRASS, narrated by a 78-year-old sweetgrass basket weaver, Essie Mae, is about deep Gullah roots, strong family ties, and the glorious magic of Heaven. With the help of her dead husband, Daddy Jim, Essie Mae finally discovers her calling in life and weaves powerful "love baskets" to change the lives of those who visit her roadside stand.

Nicole Seitz is currently at work on her next novel which also deals with the Gullah culture. For more information about author Nicole Seitz or THE SPIRIT OF SWEETGRASS, visit www.nicoleseitz.com.