Poptropica Book Imprint Publishes Four New Titles

November 8, 2012 by


BOSTON, Mass. (PRWEB) November 07, 2012

Poptropica, the popular virtual world for kids, continues to jump off the web and onto the printed page with the addition of four new Poptropica books for children. The new titles feature some of the most popular Poptropica storylines and games and join POPTROPICA: THE OFFICIAL GUIDE in the line of Poptropica books.

Were very excited to expand Poptropicas print line with four new books, available in November 2012, said Jeff Kinney, Poptropica creator and author of the bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. When we develop an Island on Poptropica.com, we always start with the story and strive to tell the best interactive story possible. Our books allow us to tell stories in a different way that we think kids will find fresh and exciting.

Two of the latest Poptropica books expand the stories of some of the sites most popular Islands. Illustrated novel SKULLDUGGERY ISLAND (Poptropica; Nov. 8, 2012; 9780448462004; $ 5.99; ages 5-8) is the riveting tale of a cruel pirate named Captain Crawfish who has been raiding the small port of Fort Ridley. The hero of the story embarks on a journey to find a powerful ship and skilled crew to help him defeat Captain Crawfish and recover a map that will lead the islanders of Fort Ridley back to their treasure. Kids can get a sneak peek and read a sample from at Funbrain.com.

In the illustrated novel ASTRO-KNIGHTS ISLAND (Poptropica; Nov. 8, 2012; 9780448461991; $ 5.99; ages 6-8), the princess of the Kingdom of Arturus has been kidnapped by evil inventor Mordred and taken into space. The hero of the story must build his own spacecraft and travel to the stars on an intergalactic quest to rescue the princess and save the kingdom of Arturus.

The other new Poptropica books feature fun story lines and great activities. PENCIL WARRIOR (Poptropica; Nov. 8, 2012; 9780448462301; $ 8.99; ages 6-8) is a full-color doodle book perfect for Poptropica fans and anyone who loves to draw. Fans of Poptropica will also love POPTROPICA MAD LIBS (Poptropica; Nov. 8. 2012; 9780843172331; $ 3.99; ages 8-12), which includes 21 hilarious and action-packed stories based on games and missions from the virtual world. Visit the site for a free printable Mad Lib!

All Poptropica books are available from wherever books are sold. For more information, please visit http://www.poptropica.com/books.

Unlike other virtual worlds for kids, Poptropica focuses on engaging kids in great stories, and does not just offer them games to play, said Jess M. Brallier, publisher of Poptropica. The enormous popularity of the site is a testament to the power of this strategy. It is exciting to see these great online adventures in Poptropica chapter books for kids.

Named as one of TIME magazines Top 50 websites of 2011, Poptropica has been visited by more than 250 million kids worldwide since its launch in 2007. In October 2012, the sites 500 millionth character was created, and more than 60 million friend connections were made around the globe in Poptropicas safe and secure social networking offering, Poptropica Friends. Players come from more than 130 different countries and have their web browsers set to more than 100 different languages, ranging from Spanish and Sanskrit to Vietnamese and Croatian. All Poptropica Islands are free to play, and each represents a unique theme and challenge.

About Poptropica (http://www.poptropica.com)

Poptropica is a virtual world in which kids explore and play in complete safety. Every month, millions of kids from around the world are entertained and informed by Poptropicas engaging quests, stories and games.

Kids create a Poptropican character to travel the many Islands of Poptropica and use gaming literacy to enjoy a narrative that is often rooted in factual history. Problem-solving skills are honed as kids discover and solve mysteries unique to each Island.

There are always new areas to explore in this ever-expanding world where kids can collect objects, read digital books and comics, watch movies, and compete in head-to-head competition. Parents can always trust that their children are playing and learning in a safe online environment.

Poptropica is published by Family Education Network, a part of Pearson, the education, services and technology company. Pearsons other primary operations include the Financial Times Group and the Penguin Group.







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Romance Collection: Four Film Favorites (Music & Lyrics / Rumor Has It… / Sweet November2001 / Lucky You)

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Romance Collection: Four Film Favorites (Music & Lyrics / Rumor Has It… / Sweet November2001 / Lucky You)

Romance Collection: Four Film Favorites (Music & Lyrics / Rumor Has It... / Sweet November2001 / Lucky You)

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Contains Music & Lyrics, Rumor Has It, Sweet November and Lucky You.Lucky You may be playing a weak hand, but that doesn’t mean it’s playing a losing game. Plagued by numerous release delays and finally dumped into theaters (against Spider-Man 3) nearly two years after it was completed, Curtis Hanson’s low-key and likable poker drama definitely has some problems, like a tepid romantic subplot between costars Drew Barrymore and Eric Bana, but there are some genuine pleasures to be found in this old-school character study. Best known for his Oscar-nominated direction of L.A. Confidential, Hanson is a staunch defender of Hollywood tradition, and he handles Lucky You with a delicate, John Huston-like touch, trusting the strengths of a character-driven screenplay (by Eric Roth) and the established appeal of a generally well-chosen cast. Bana plays Huck Cheever, the gambling son of a gambler, who’s itching to earn a seat in the World Series of Poker, where he’ll play high-stakes Texas Hold-’Em against the world’s finest, including his semi-estranged father L.C. (Robert Duvall), with whom Huck has had a turbulent past relationship. They’re both compulsive and highly skilled competitors, but their gambling habits don’t impress Billie Offer (Barrymore), a decent, good-natured chanteuse who’s just arrived in Las Vegas for her first professional nightclub gig. She’ll watch with interest as Huck wins his way to the big game, but she’s cautious about Huck’s smooth-talking, untrustworthy, and ethically dubious lifestyle. That makes Lucky You a disappointment for anyone expecting romantic sparks to fly, and the poker angle rides a trend that was more or less over by the time this movie was finally released. Still, there’s enough going on here to hold anyone’s interest, and Lucky You is a welcome reminder that movies don’t always require fast-cutting action and elaborate special effects. It’s got an unhurried quality that’s quietly refreshing, even if it qualifies as an anomaly in an industry obsessed with blockbuster potential. –Jeff Shannon

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Four Day Munich to Frankfurt – Romantic Road, Linderhof, Hohenschwangau, Neuschwanstein

September 16, 2012 by

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Germany’s Romantic Road offers the most picturesque and magnificent scenery on Earth. Travel along this stretch of road on this multi-day tour from Munich and marvel at the delightful spots of the Bavarian region.
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Four Day Frankfurt to Munich – Romantic Road, Hohenschwangau, Neuschwanstein

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Explore some of Germany’s historical and scenic treasures along the Romantic Road and Heidelberg on this 4-day tour from Frankfurt to Munich. See picturesque landscapes, charming villages, centuries-old towns and enchanting palaces. You’ll explore Rothenburg ob der Tauber, visit the famous Neuschwanstein Castle and marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage listed Heidelberg Castle. Discover local traditions and enjoy culinary specialties of Germany while all the details are arranged for you: your hotel accommodation (with breakfast), transfers, guided tours and much more!
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SkyBuilder Review Released for Greg Jacob’s Four Hour Mobile App Software

July 8, 2012 by


Scottsdale, AZ (PRWEB) July 06, 2012

Greg Jacobs has announced the upcoming release of his SkyBuilder mobile app creation software and AppEmpireFormula has prepared an exclusive SkyBuilder review.

The SkyBuilder software allows users to create an unlimited number of mobile apps for local businesses, personalities, and for niche markets without the need to hire a programmer or designer.

A SkyBuilder review by AppEmpireFormula.com revealed that this software isn’t for everyone, but it can be a game changer for the person who wants to create and sell mobile iPhone or Android apps to local businesses.

“This software includes a number of templates which make it easy to create what essentially amounts to an unlimited number of simple mobile apps for local businesses, personalities or even for niche sites.” said Jason Ayers of AppEmpireFormula.

During the pre-launch of SkyBuilder, Greg Jacobs is giving away free training and a free report entitled “4 Hour AppMachine” detailing how one can break into the 45 billion dollar app business.

For individuals or agencies that are already providing marketing or advertising services to local businesses, SkyBuilder can be used to create an additional product and service offering because users will be able to create mobile apps quickly and easily.

The creator of the software, Greg Jacobs, also points out how SkyBuilder can be used to create mobile apps about niche topics. SkyBuilder includes the ability to integrate in-app advertising by ad platforms such as Google’s AdMob.

Jacobs is also providing training and advice for those new to the app business.

Those interested can visit the official site here.

Those interested in reading more about the software can read the SkyBuilder review here: http://www.appempireformula.com/iphone-app-business/skybuilder-review-is-this-4-hour-app-building-machine-for-you .







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