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Lunar Eclipse Book Faire & Reading + Open Mic at Woodstock Museum
August 6, 2009 from 7pm to 11pm
Lunar Eclipse Full Moon Gathering of Poets & Writers with Book Faire (everyone is welcome to bring books to show & sell) with readings by many of Woodstock's finest writers.
Featuring: SHARON GANNON of Jivamukti Yoga, ANDY CLAUSEN, SUE WILENS, DONAL…
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Shivastan Publishing Cooperative www.shivastan.org
My small press has published Hudson Valley writers and internationally know poets on handmade paper in Kathmandu, Nepal for 11 years. Shivastan also publishes Woodstock's only annual poetry magazine "wildflowers Woodstock mountain poetry anthology" - the latest, volume 9, is a Buddhist theme issue dedicated to Diane Di Prima with poems by her, Joanne Kyger, Robert Kelly, HH Karmapa, etc. 2008 publications from Shivastan Press also include broadsides by Lawrence Ferlinghetti ("Pity The Nation") and Anne Waldman ("Manatee/Humanity"); chapbooks by George Wallace ("Summer of Love Summer of Love"), Lily Warren ("Ma Tsam Jen Me") and Allen Ginsberg associates Jacqueline Gens ("Primo Pensiero" with intro by Anne Waldman) and Hersch Silverman ("Gone Gone Gone Beyond" a collection of elegy poems). The latest 2009 Shivastan publications coming soon will be "Buddhist Ruminations" by Diane Di Prima and a new edition of Peter Lamborn Wilson's "Atlantis Manifesto" with a commentary by Robert Kelly.
My own books of poetry include: "Maha Mela Bliss Trip", "Welcome to Freaksville" (with intro by Ed Sanders), "Transcendental Tyger" and the forthcoming "Woodstock Mountain Poetry Revolution Manifesto". I am just back from my annual pilgrimage to India and Nepal & will be hosting several poetry events over the summer. Please visit my website to see Shivastan authors and book covers at www.shivastan.org
My own books of poetry include: "Maha Mela Bliss Trip", "Welcome to Freaksville" (with intro by Ed Sanders), "Transcendental Tyger" and the forthcoming "Woodstock Mountain Poetry Revolution Manifesto". I am just back from my annual pilgrimage to India and Nepal & will be hosting several poetry events over the summer. Please visit my website to see Shivastan authors and book covers at www.shivastan.org
Shiv Mirabito's Blog
"Carousing with Gregory Corso" by Shiv Mirabito, Ed Sander's Woodstoock Journal, Corso Tribute Edition, 2000.
Shiv Mirabito
Carousing with Corso
A few years ago I took the bus to NYC to attend an art book party eulogizing Allen Ginsberg & benefiting the Jack Kerouac School Of Disembodied Poetics at Naropa University. Dozens of artists, like Yoko Ono, donated signed art & photos filling each oversized book which sold for 5 or 10 thousand bucks each. Eugene Brooks (Allen Ginsberg's brother) kiddingly said to me "How many are you buying?".
It was way uptown, next to the Cafe Carlyle- everyone in su… Continue
Carousing with Corso
A few years ago I took the bus to NYC to attend an art book party eulogizing Allen Ginsberg & benefiting the Jack Kerouac School Of Disembodied Poetics at Naropa University. Dozens of artists, like Yoko Ono, donated signed art & photos filling each oversized book which sold for 5 or 10 thousand bucks each. Eugene Brooks (Allen Ginsberg's brother) kiddingly said to me "How many are you buying?".
It was way uptown, next to the Cafe Carlyle- everyone in su… Continue
Posted on April 19, 2009 at 4:48pm — 1 Comment
Article on Hudson Valley Presses by Nina Shengold, Chronogram 2005
Local Colors
Hudson Valley Presses Hit the Heights
by Nina Shengold
Most publishers at Book Expo America, the massive trade show that filled New York's Javits Center in June, displayed their wares in booths surrounded by oversize posters, banners, and pop-up displays. Joan Schweighardt of GreyCore Press attended the BEA with a backpack full of her authors' books. It's a perfect metaphor for Schweighardt's "shoestring" approach: The big houses may have the marketing money, but she has the stamin… Continue
Hudson Valley Presses Hit the Heights
by Nina Shengold
Most publishers at Book Expo America, the massive trade show that filled New York's Javits Center in June, displayed their wares in booths surrounded by oversize posters, banners, and pop-up displays. Joan Schweighardt of GreyCore Press attended the BEA with a backpack full of her authors' books. It's a perfect metaphor for Schweighardt's "shoestring" approach: The big houses may have the marketing money, but she has the stamin… Continue
Posted on April 19, 2009 at 4:32pm —
2 New Books Just in from Nepal Hot Off The Press from Shivastan Publishing Co-operative
2 New Limited Edition Chapbook Releases from Shivastan Press:
Primo Pensiero by Jacqueline Gens, with a foreword by Anne Waldman
Currently co-director and founder of the MFA program in Poetry at New England College, Jacqueline worked at Naropa University for many years before joining Allen Ginsberg’s staff in NYC. Primo Pensiero (“first thought” in Spanish) is her first book. 28 pages lavishly illustrated and printed on handmade paper in Kathmandu, Nepal.
$10 each.
“This debut bouquet of poems… Continue
Primo Pensiero by Jacqueline Gens, with a foreword by Anne Waldman
Currently co-director and founder of the MFA program in Poetry at New England College, Jacqueline worked at Naropa University for many years before joining Allen Ginsberg’s staff in NYC. Primo Pensiero (“first thought” in Spanish) is her first book. 28 pages lavishly illustrated and printed on handmade paper in Kathmandu, Nepal.
$10 each.
“This debut bouquet of poems… Continue
Posted on December 7, 2008 at 7:00pm —
Ira Cohen and Laynie Browne Shivastan Press Book Reviews by Louise Landes Levi
Louise Landes Levi
A review of two books from Shivastan Press
Independent publishing is an increasing rarity in the corporate dimension in which we are, by the merciless law of the state & the state of affairs in the new millennium, compelled to live and hopefully, despite obstacles, to evolve. Shivastan Press, w. books printed in Kathmandu, Nepal & distributed fr. Woodstock, NY, is the rare exception, printing handcrafted finely-illustrated chapbooks by some of the finest poets of our… Continue
A review of two books from Shivastan Press
Independent publishing is an increasing rarity in the corporate dimension in which we are, by the merciless law of the state & the state of affairs in the new millennium, compelled to live and hopefully, despite obstacles, to evolve. Shivastan Press, w. books printed in Kathmandu, Nepal & distributed fr. Woodstock, NY, is the rare exception, printing handcrafted finely-illustrated chapbooks by some of the finest poets of our… Continue
Posted on November 22, 2008 at 12:42pm —
"Not A Warhol" wildflowers anthology
The wildflowers Woodstock mountain poetry anthology “Not A Warhol” Edition
Since 2000 I have been publishing a poetry magazine called “wildflowers Woodstock mountain poetry anthology” which is printed annually in Nepal on handmade paper in a limited edition of 333 copies.
In 2007 I decided to make a theme edition and compile poems and artwork by friends I knew who had a connection to the late great Andy Warhol. One of my best friends, Allen Midgette, had acted in the neo-realist film movement i… Continue
Since 2000 I have been publishing a poetry magazine called “wildflowers Woodstock mountain poetry anthology” which is printed annually in Nepal on handmade paper in a limited edition of 333 copies.
In 2007 I decided to make a theme edition and compile poems and artwork by friends I knew who had a connection to the late great Andy Warhol. One of my best friends, Allen Midgette, had acted in the neo-realist film movement i… Continue
Posted on November 16, 2008 at 3:00pm —
Comment Wall (6 comments)
- At 8:24pm on September 1, 2009,
Tom Degan said…
- Good evening....
I just joined Hudson Valley Writers today. Here is a link to the political blog that I write:
http://www.tomdegan.blogspot.com
When you have a moment or two, check it out. If you "google' my name it will be the first thing that comes up.
All the best,
Tom Degan
Goshen, NY
- At 6:27am on July 29, 2009,
Preetham Grandhi said…
- Hi Shiv, I want to introduce you to my debut novel "A Circle of souls" which is a murder, mystery, psychological thriller and a tale of justice and hope. Do visit www.acircleofsouls.com to read more about the book. Make sure you sign up to win an autographed copy of the book. You can also read more reviews by clicking on the More Reviews button at the website. Thanks for your time in advance.
Best regards
Preetham Grandhi
Early Endorsements for “A Circle of Souls”
Linda Fairstein, NYT Bestselling Author: "A fascinating debut - this novel takes the reader to the darkest places in the human soul, from a writer with the authenticity to lead us there. A stunning thriller and an important read."
Judge Judy Sheindlin, star of the Judge Judy Show: "The seminal work of this fine author kept me glued to my chair until the adventure was over and the mystery solved. A great read!"
Book Synopsis:
The sleepy town of Newbury, Connecticut, is shocked when a little girl is found brutally murdered. The town s top detective, perplexed by a complete lack of leads, calls in FBI agent Leia Bines, an expert in cases involving children.
Meanwhile, Dr. Peter Gram, a psychiatrist at Newbury s hospital, searches desperately for the cause of seven-year-old Naya Hastings devastating nightmares. Afraid that she might hurt herself in the midst of a torturous episode, Naya s parents have turned to the bright young doctor as their only hope.
The situations confronting Leia and Peter converge when Naya begins drawing chilling images of murder after being bombarded by the disturbing images in her dreams. Amazingly, her sketches are the only clues to the crime that has panicked Newbury residents. Against her better judgment, Leia explores the clues in Naya s crude drawings, only to set off an alarming chain of events.
In this stunning psychological thriller, innocence gives way to evil, and trust lies forgotten in a web of deceit, fear, and murder.
- At 6:19pm on April 8, 2009,
-Richard J. Treitner said… - About the book; pretty steep for me but maybe if I sell a painting or something. That would be great. Tantricky sounds good. I take it you had a most fulfilling time, then? That is so excellent. Give me a call when you're settled back in town & maybe I can get a ride over for a visit. Much love, as always. -Richie
- At 7:09pm on March 20, 2009,
-Richard J. Treitner said…
- I hope you are well. I was wondering if you'd be interested in publishing another book of my poetry, possibly in time for my performance at the LGBTQ Gay Pride Parade in New Palz in June. I'll also be riding on a float in full faerie regalia.
Love Always,
Tripsy the Faerie
Tripsy the Faerie
- At 7:04pm on March 20, 2009,
-Richard J. Treitner said…
- Where in the world is Shiv Mirabito???
- At 7:41pm on January 9, 2009,
-Richard J. Treitner said…
- I smirnov you 2!!!!!!!!!!!!LOVE LOVE LOVE & PARSLEY! colonics for everybody!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?????????????????????????-Richard J. |Treitner
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