Author - and Her Victorian Creations - Come Alive in Second Life
New York (PRWEB) January 10, 2008 -- Deanna Raybourn, author of 'Silent in the Sanctuary,' the latest novel featuring Victorian sleuth Lady Julia Grey, will be making a series of special interactive appearances in the 3D virtual world of Second Life throughout January. Raybourn's latest, the sequel to the critically acclaimed novel 'Silent in the Grave,' will further captivate fans of Victorian murder mystery through events that will immerse readers in the novel via a program of fully interactive online promotion in the virtual world of Second Life, including live readings, question and answer sessions with the author, virtual costume balls and fashion contests and other fully interactive events.
Since the release of 'Silent in the Grave (http://www.eharlequin.com/storeitem.html?iid=16132&cid=701)' in early 2007, author Raybourn has received critical acclaim and widespread reader excitement for her captivating writing style and for her mixture of Victorian mystery and romance. Her latest release builds further on these strong themes, as her main character, Lady Julia Grey, is thrust into situations of romance, murder mystery, and intrigue.
The book's publisher, Mira Books, is utilizing the uniquely interactive features of Second Life to bring the excitement of the latest Lady Julia Grey mystery to a newly interactive level with new and existing readers. Residents of the popular virtual world will be invited to public question and answer periods with the author, the first of which will take place this Thursday, January 10 at 5PM "Second Life Time" (PST) at a custom-built venue at the ACTIV8 Resort Complex (http://www.activ8sl.com) that simulates key settings from the novel. Unlike real-world author book readings, the Second Life book event will allow for fans from all over the world to interact simultaneously with the author and other devotees.
In addition to live question and answer opportunities, book aficionados and Victorian enthusiasts can participate in the upcoming Victorian Ball, to be held on Thursday, January 24th at the ACTIV8 complex. The overall aim of the Second Life promotional campaign is to bring new and existing readers of Raybourn's novels and fans of Victoriana together in an environment that allows for community interaction with the author, while immersing attendees in the world of the novel.
Harlequin's hosting the event in Second Life is a natural fit since the publisher continues to seek innovative means to reach out to readers and because 'Silent in the Sanctuary' is a novel set in the Victorian era, which is very popular with Second Life residents.
Second Life marketing agency (http://www.theslagency.com) TheSLAgency is handling all of the technical and marketing aspects of the program, including re-creating several key creative features of the book's setting and plot items.
About MIRA Books
MIRA Books? is Harlequin Enterprises' mainstream women's fiction imprint. Featuring a lineup of some of the bestselling authors across North America, MIRA Books is committed to publishing the very best in commercial fiction, from historical and contemporary romance to suspense and psychological thrillers. In 2006, 38 MIRA Books titles placed on bestseller lists (New York Times, USA TODAY and Publishers Weekly). MIRA Books currently publishes more than 100 books per year in hardcover, mass-market and trade paperback formats. Please see the MIRA Books Web site--www.MIRABooks.com--for more information.
About Harlequin Enterprises Limited
Harlequin Enterprises Limited is the global leader in series romance and one of the world's leading publishers of women's fiction, with titles issued worldwide in 26 languages and sold in 109 international markets. The company produces 120 titles monthly and publishes more than 1,300 authors from around the world. Harlequin Enterprises Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of Torstar Corporation, a broadly based media company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TS.B). Harlequin's Web site is located at www.eHarlequin.com. Harlequin has offices in 18 countries, including offices in Toronto, New York and London. For more information please visit www.eHarlequin.com or press.eHarlequin.com.
About TheSLAgency
Backed by Moderne Promotions, the nation's most effectivenightlife and event marketing firm (http://www.modernepromotions.com), TheSLAgency is an interactive marketing agency that creates unique integrated marketing experiences in virtual worlds and in the real world. TheSLAgency builds real relationships between consumers and brands, by combining real world events with virtual world experiences. These fully integrated brand experiences are the key to creating lasting impressions and relationships with discerning consumers of the 21st century.
###
Virtual News:
Second Life Marketing Agency TheSLAgency Doubles Second Life Sales and Creative Staff, Offers New Second Life Marketing Services
TheSLAgency continues hiring spree, adding sales and creative talent to its New York, San Francisco and virtual offices. Innovative agency offers new ways for brands and companies to unobtrusively reach Second Life audiences through Media, Events and Branded Second Life Presences.
Second Life - Monogram Virtua's Cyber Convention Center Brings Together Automotive and Avionics Enthusiasts From Around the Globe in Cyberspace
March 15-16 Monogram Virtua Entertainment is proud to present the first annual Second Life Auto Show at the grand opening of its flagship virtual convention center.
AskPatty.com Partners With Pontiac and Motorati Island to Support 'Let's Race for a Cause' in Second Life for United Spinal Association
Highest ranked female NASCAR driver Deborah Renshaw to race No. 112 UnitedSpinal.org Chevy in Real Life to show support.
Astralcom Strategy Capitalizes on Business Trend: Opens Offices in Second Life
Astralcom, LLC open offices in Second Life and offers full development services to assist companies with thier virtual business deployments.
World Bank and IFC Report Ventures into Virtual World with Second Life
The World Bank and IFC will present the Doing Business 2008 report in the virtual world through Second Life via an interactive, live, mixed reality event. World Bank and IFC experts will interact with Second Life residents and will address key findings of the comprehensive global report on business development.
TBD Consulting Helps Make ASTD History Through Second Life Events
TBD Consulting is ahead of the curve in key trends in workplace learning and performance.
Author - and Her Victorian Creations - Come Alive in Second Life
Author Deanna Raybourn takes her newest novel 'Silent in the Sanctuary' to the virtual world of Second Life with interactive features from this historical mystery. In addition, interactive author speaking engagements will feature literary gatherings, fashion contests and healthy amounts of Victorian intrigue.
Pontiac Empowers United Spinal Association with Car Culture Island in Second Life
Pontiac Donates Motorati Island in Second Life to United Spinal Association
Nonprofit Association Uses 'Second Life' to Spread Mental Health-Addictions Awareness Virtually
Second Life social community serves as an educational tool for mental health and addictions awareness.
Creator of Second Life's Virtual Currency Exchange Joins Millions of Us as Technical Director
Millions of Us, Inc., an agency specializing in virtual worlds, has hired Peter Phillips as Technical Director. In his previous position at Linden Lab, Phillips designed and implemented the "LindeX" virtual currency exchange and essentially acted as central banker for the virtual world "Second Life." Second Life's economic system was recently praised by The Economist for its sophisticated management mechanisms.
Recording Artist Hosts Debut Album Release Party In Second Life
Raleigh, NC musician uses the new technology of Second Life (secondlife.com) to launch debut album.
Flip Books Get a Second Life Flippies Opens Virtual "Museum of Flip Animation" in Second Life
A virtual Museum of Flip Animation dedicated to pre-cinema motion picture techniques and devices has opened in the online world of Second Life. Appropriately, the museum was created by Flippies Custom Flip Books, the company that has recently given flip books a real-world second life as a modern day promotional marketing tool.