Yearly Archives: 2022
EffinFunny Productions to Crowdfund D&D-Inspired Series With All-South Asian Cast on Kickstarter
LOS ANGELES - August 3, 2022 - (Newswire.com)
DesiQuest is the first premium tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) streaming series to tout an all-South Asian cast. Similar to the cult-favorite Dungeons and Dragons, DesiQuest centers around South Asian celebrities and comedians to showcase the mythos and traditions from their shared culture rather than a Eurocentric one.
"We can make something truly special that will reach an entirely new audience for D&D, and capture the imaginations of America's fastest-growing minority population," says show Executive Producer and Director Sandeep Parikh. "Great stories from underrepresented voices not only move the needle when it comes to reach and profit, but most importantly, they can change hearts, and increase empathy for the 'other.'"
The series is being produced by EffinFunny, the award-winning production house behind gaming series favorite The Legend of Neil, and known for pioneering interactive production with Wizard School Dropout.
"Being that this is the first of its kind with South Asians playing solely with other South Asians from across the diaspora, and digging deeply into character creation that will likely reflect their own experiences, this will end up being immensely emotional & cathartic," says Jasmine Bhullar, Game Master and Executive Producer of the series. "But the cast being filled with improvisers will keep it digestible, fun and silly throughout."
Bhullar is a rising star in the TTRPG space, having made appearances on popular D&D live play series Critical Role, Dimension 20, and DnD Beyond. As the concept's originator, she envisioned a show wherein South Asians would be central cast members, rather than guests rotated out on the series. When Bhullar shared her concept with EffinFunny, they went all in to support bringing her vision to life. In addition to being a comedy-centered production company, EffinFunny has a long history of commitment to increasing representation of South Asian and other underrepresented characters.
The creators chose to crowdfund the series on Kickstarter in lieu of traditional funding methods in order to keep the series authentic, involve audience members, and maintain creative control. They're calling on all Desis in the diaspora who want to see more of their own faces on screen, and to the TTRPG allies who want to help expand the horizons of the fantasy universes to include South Asian stories.
"I've lived on that hyphen in the Indian-American or South Asian-American label for far too long, and want to find a way towards my roots that's accessible and joyful," says Parikh. "No matter what we look like, we all love to don bada** armor and slay demons."
To contribute to the series, visit the project on Kickstarter.
For more information about EffinFunny, visit www.effinfunnyproductions.com.
For media inquiries, reach out to [email protected].
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Stardust’s New Proprietary Wallet Solution Makes Blockchain Gaming Easier, Scalable, and More Secure
PALO ALTO, Calif. - August 3, 2022 - (Newswire.com)
Stardust, a blockchain technology provider, announced the release of Stardust Vault, the proprietary in-game wallet solution that ensures safe, easy, fast, and secure financial transactions within games. With over 500,000 Stardust Vault users with wallets, Stardust continues to develop scalable products that would benefit users engaging with Web3 infrastructure.
"At Stardust, we are leading the way to the future of gaming," said Stardust CEO, Canaan Linder. "What we are trying to accomplish has far-reaching implications. That's why I'm thrilled to bring Stardust Vault to market. This solution will address an issue affecting hundreds of millions of gamers who will be playing blockchain-based games: wallet security for NFTs and currencies."
The Stardust Vault revolutionizes how players' wallets are stored by offering game developers a fully custodial, secure, tamper-proof and compliant solution. The Vault was thoughtfully designed to leverage internal workflows, making it the most secure and compliant, fully custodial solution on the market today. Stardust is no stranger to speed and efficiency, having recently minted 400,000 NFTs in under 17 hours with Dr. Disrespect's Midnight Society - a record achievement in an industry that is known for breaking barriers.
"From a gamer perspective, players won't see the Stardust Vault, but it makes their in-game interactions with NFTs smooth and safe," said Linder. "When a gamer picks up or discards an NFT, the Vault safely and securely processes that transaction instantly in the cloud, allowing the gamer to continue their journey without having to wait for the blockchain to catch up."
With Vault, Stardust continues to lead a movement to make gaming in Web3 easier, more convenient and more secure. For gamers, managing and earning NFTs in games has long been a complicated process that undermines the user's experience. Stardust Vaults will change this by creating a virtual wallet that enhances gaming in a way that feels effortless to the user.
Stardust Vault is available to clients using the Stardust ecosystem. To learn more, please schedule time with the Stardust team here.
About Stardust:
Stardust powers the metaverse by making it possible for game developers to enable NFTs in their games with a blockchain-free API. Empowering game developers to build on blockchain via their effortless back-end solution, Stardust provides a seamless ecosystem for game publishers to build and scale metaverse-ready games. From a growing list of blockchain options to provisioned player-wallets and a built-in NFT marketplace, Stardust is paving the path for the future of gaming.
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Author Jeanna Tuell’s new book ‘Mugsy’s Tracks’ is a charming tale of a beloved neighborhood dog who suddenly goes missing and the ensuing search...
Jeanna Tuell, who has spent over thirty years as an educator, has completed her new book "Mugsy's Tracks": an adorable tale of an adventurous and affable dog that charms the local community and manages to make friends with everyone he meets.
"Mugsy the dog lives in a neighborhood where everyone loves him," writes Tuell. "He takes his daily strolls through the neighborhood and devours the little treats each neighbor shares with him as he visits door to door. After a long day of visiting, he always returns home to his family to snuggle in his warm house for the night. One night, Mugsy doesn't return home, and the whole neighborhood is alarmed, upset, and determined to bring Mugsy home safely."
Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Jeanna Tuell's colorful and inspiring tale highlights the importance of working together to help a friend in need. Accompanied by beautiful artwork, "Mugsy's Tracks" is sure to delight readers of all ages as they follow along on the search for the beloved missing canine.
Readers who wish to experience this engaging work can purchase "Mugsy's Tracks" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.
About Newman Springs Publishing:
Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. Each title produced by Newman Springs Publishing undergoes every step of the professional publishing process, including editing, layout, cover design, circulation, distribution, and publicity. All titles are made available in both eBook and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally. All manuscripts in any genre are welcome to be submitted for review; If the manuscript meets the necessary criteria and is accepted for publication, Newman Springs Publishing will work closely with the author to bring the book to the retail market for a relatively inexpensive initial investment.
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Original Source: Author Jeanna Tuell's new book 'Mugsy's Tracks' is a charming tale of a beloved neighborhood dog who suddenly goes missing and the ensuing search that follows
Gerard Sclafani’s new book ‘Don’t Overthink It: Lose Fear, Overcome Yourself, and Reach Your Full Potential’ is a helpful guide to overcoming the fear...
Gerard Sclafani, a former miliary man and current CPA, has completed his new book "Don't Overthink It: Lose Fear, Overcome Yourself, and Reach Your Full Potential": an uplifting deep look into what drives fear and how to overcome it.
Sclafani writes, "I believe, at our core, we are all philosophers. We all know the answers, but instead choose to allow our ego to guide us and divert us from our true purpose: to be happy and make the world a better place. Take a journey and explore this premise. I use common sense, humor, and true stories to uplift and inspire readers toward the truth: that we must lose the fear, control our fate, and live a more meaningful life. We are all capable of transcending our lot in life and fulfilling our purpose. We are all philosophers."
Published by Newman Springs Publishing, Gerard Sclafani's encouraging work reassures readers that there is a way to make life more meaningful. By the end of this book, readers will understand that unlearning fear is the way to fulfill life's true purpose, which is to be happy. Sclafani hopes that his writing can help readers get there.
"Don't Overthink It: Lose Fear, Overcome Yourself, and Reach Your Full Potential" serves as a guide for readers to transcend the unhappiness of life and move forward in a healthier manner. Sclafani's book is full of enlightening information that encourages readers to seek answers to life's mysteries. By taking a more philosophical approach in this book, Sclafani lays out the answers but leaves the hard work up to readers.
Readers who wish to experience this inspiring work can purchase "Don't Overthink It: Lose Fear, Overcome Yourself, and Reach Your Full Potential" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243- 8512.
About Newman Springs Publishing:
Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. Each title produced by Newman Springs Publishing undergoes every step of the professional publishing process, including editing, layout, cover design, circulation, distribution, and publicity. All titles are made available in both eBook and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally. All manuscripts in any genre are welcome to be submitted for review; If the manuscript meets the necessary criteria and is accepted for publication, Newman Springs Publishing will work closely with the author to bring the book to the retail market for a relatively inexpensive initial investment.
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Original Source: Gerard Sclafani's new book 'Don't Overthink It: Lose Fear, Overcome Yourself, and Reach Your Full Potential' is a helpful guide to overcoming the fear of life
Author William Bisbing’s new book ‘The Snake’ is a chilling tale that explores the ever-existent nature of evil and narcissism in the world
William Bisbing has completed his new book "The Snake": a gripping and potent narrative that reveals the true horror of a bad seed.
"Eve was now fourteen, and Joey an active four-year-old. Joey was getting far too much attention from James, Eve thought. Their dad spent time throwing the ball to him and praising him every time he caught it. Joey was growing to be big and strong for his size and age. He was such a cute little boy. It went on and on. Eve was sick of hearing how good Joey was, with them even comparing him to how she had been in her childhood years. She didn't like the way her parents talked to her one way as a girl and to Joey in another. James would say 'That's my boy' when speaking of Joey. Eve decided this had to stop," writes author William Bisbing.
Published by Newman Springs Publishing, William Bisbing's spell-binding tale describes the life of an extremely problematic girl named Eve.
Meet the snake—a woman who has no moral compass and is a danger to everyone who crosses her path. She is the type of person that craves power over others. Eve wants everything handed over to her. She makes a show of deception and will get anything she wants, if given a chance. It is a disturbing story of how a nefarious woman can destroy everything in her path. "The Snake" keeps readers on the edge of their seat, as they try to figure out why this character is so rotten.
Readers who wish to experience this chilling work can purchase "The Snake" at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iBooks Store, Amazon, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Newman Springs Publishing at 732-243-8512.
About Newman Springs Publishing:
Newman Springs Publishing is a full-service publishing house for serious authors. Each title produced by Newman Springs Publishing undergoes every step of the professional publishing process, including editing, layout, cover design, circulation, distribution, and publicity. All titles are made available in both eBook and print formats. Newman Springs Publishing distributes to tens of thousands of retail outlets throughout North America and internationally. All manuscripts in any genre are welcome to be submitted for review; If the manuscript meets the necessary criteria and is accepted for publication, Newman Springs Publishing will work closely with the author to bring the book to the retail market for a relatively inexpensive initial investment.
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Original Source: Author William Bisbing's new book 'The Snake' is a chilling tale that explores the ever-existent nature of evil and narcissism in the world