Author from Oprah's Big Give Celebrates Launch of New Book
iACTUATE offers 100 Days of Inspiration; Sheg Aranmolate to host Official Book Release Party
WHO: Sheg Aranmolate, a contestant from the ABC reality show "Oprah's Big Give," philanthropist and now author will host a book release party for his first volume of a motivational series, iACTUATE: 100 Days of Inspiration, Volume One; a daily devotional for 100 days.
The event is hosted in partnership with Take 121 Art Gallery, The Block Agency, The International Black Film Festival of Nashville, The Oasis Center, Greenpeace and Tayst Fashion.
WHAT: iACTUATE: 100 days of Inspiration is a 240 page daily devotional filled with famous quotes coupled with life encounters. The author blends inspirational quotes, messages and themes that keep readers engaged in goal-setting and self-reflection. Combining resources for mental, physical, emotional and spiritual growth, the book covers the experiences of all ages, from career and college and to conflict and compassion. Released in May, iACTUATE is published by Inspivia Books and is available at major online book retailers including Amazon, Borders and Barnes and Noble.
The official release party will highlight Aranmolate's accomplishments as an author as he reads excerpts from the book, tells of his experience on Oprah's Big Give and encourages all to spread the message of inspiration and goodwill.
iACTUATE: 100 days of Inspiration will be available for purchase at the event.
To RSVP, email rsvp@iactuate.com. Deadline to RSVP is Monday, September 15, 2008.
This event is free and open to the public.
WHERE: Take 121 Art Gallery
121 3rd Ave South
Nashville, TN 37201
615-244-4642
WHEN: Thursday, September 18, 2008, 7p.m. – 10 p.m.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Olusegun "Sheg" Aranmolate came to the United States in July 2001 by way of Lagos, Nigeria. He is considered to be a well respected motivational writer and prolific speaker and he is recognized as a philanthropist and an activist. He is also a fashion model, the co- founder of the Aranmolate Foundation for Deformed Children and the founder of the Inspivia. He obtained a Bachelors degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, a minor in Psychology and a Masters degree in Applied Molecular Biology all before age 23. In 2007, Aranmolate or "Sheg" as introduced on ABC's Oprah's Big Give was one of the top five contestants. The reality series was a competition to improve the lives of others with no knowledge of any personal monetary gain.
ABOUT THE BOOK THE BOOK
To be truly inspired by life is really not a big secret. Understanding that despite the amount of turbulence in the world, there are still many compassionate people and inspirational things to look forward to in life. iACTUATE: 100 days of Inspiration is a 240 page daily devotional filled with famous quotes coupled with life encounters. Each page is supplied with simple life changing activities that strengthen the mind and the body.
THE TITLE
The "i" represents the author's sense of humbleness. ACTUATE is the intense desire to incite, motivate and inspire self and others. The content of this volume was composed based on the author's demanding life challenges and his coping techniques to maintain a positive attitude.
THE REVIEWS
"Aranmolate's book blends quotes, short but direct messages, stories and themes, covering every possible situation from personal difficulties to dealing with bad roommates, surviving fiscal problems and benefiting from unexpected opportunities. The book proceeds like an inspirational diary, with each day linked to a message or example." Nashville City Paper (Nashville, TN, USA)
"A must read for daily inspiration and motivation by a bright new talent…the perfect gift." BookWoman BookMan Bookstore (Nashville, TN, USA)
"One of the top books to read…!" News Channel 5 - Talk of the Town (Nashville, TN, USA)
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