If you're a bookish Asian-American, AAWW is a wonderful, wonderful resource. It's a non-profit…read morededicated to Asian-American literary culture, with regular events and workshops at its physical location in addition to an active online publishing presence. It's the most prominent organization of its kind, and it acts as a global nerve center for Asian-American readers and writers. (Of course, AAWW isn't just for Asian-Americans--it's for anyone with an interest in Asian-American literature--but I appreciate having this space where Asian-American writing is pulled from the margins to smack dab front center. I mean I like white people plenty, but the publishing world just feels frustratingly, insuperably white sometimes.) I wish there were a location in L.A., but I was glad to have a chance to visit on a recent trip to New York. The place was spacious and charming, located in a little building in Chelsea. I didn't get to explore the whole thing, but apparently there were some offices in addition to a large central room set up for workshops and other events. I found out that at least two Asian-American writers I know in New York share an office--that should be illustrative, I guess. There were books everywhere, mostly by Asian-American authors. Really a dream of a book collection, and it made the space feel nice and homey. I'm a Korean-American mystery novelist, and I came to lead a workshop that addressed craft and publication as well as writing about identity and other serious themes through crime fiction. I was the teacher, so I guess my opinion is shit, but I thought it went well! The students were all on AAWW's listserv, writers at various points in their careers, with a keen dedication to fiction. I enjoyed being in the same room as them all, talking books and writing on a deep level. I haven't been to any other events, unfortunately, but I always see them pop up online and would go to so many if I lived in New York. Like every contemporary Asian-American writer I can think of has come through here at some point or another, to run workshops or do readings or participate in other curated events. I was thrilled to experience that rite of passage, and hope to visit AAWW again next time I'm in town.

The Asian American Writers Workshop, now celebrating its 20th year, is a wonderful organization…read morethat highlights and promotes all genres of literature by Asian American writers. It also provides a community and space for writers of all levels to convene, learn and hone their skills through their varied workshops - everything from poetry, non-fiction and comedy writing. I have attended many book launches and readings throughout the years, and am always impressed by the caliber of talent they showcase. I commend them for being able to host events year-round with a small staff that I'm sure is underpaid due to its not-for-profit status. This past Saturday I attended their first Pageturner Literary Festival. From 11am - 5pm, they hosted two panels every hour, with topics ranging from immigration to queer fiction to internment to representation of Asian Americans in today's culture. More than 40 writers were on hand for these readings and discussions, including David Henry Hwang, Ed Lin, Jennifer 8. Lee, and lastly, Pulitzer Prize winner, Jhumpa Lahiri. The breadth of topics covered, not to mention diversity of writers featured, was remarkable. For an inaugural festival, they really started off with a bang, and I look forward to what they have in store for next year. The day culminated in their annual Literary Awards, where they honored Lahiri (fiction), Sesshu Foster (poetry) and Leslie T. Chang (non-fiction). If you're interested in Asian American literature or perhaps want to take a workshop (even if you don't consider yourself a writer), I highly recommend checking out AAWW. The yearly membership is $45 and gives you discounts to their workshops, events and books in stock. They say that if you take two workshops, the membership fee pays for itself. If you're unsure about committing to a workshop, they'll allow you to attend the first class and give you a refund (less a fee for the first session) if you don't like it. At the very least, sign up for their e-newsletter to be alerted of their many upcoming events. In economic times like these, it's imperative that we continue to support the arts and our cultural communities.

Kudos to John Sutter and his team for the Sept. 29 launch of Chelsea Now, a new free weekly…read moredistributed in Chelsea and nearby environs. The first edition, a 32-page tabloid, is an excellent debut. Features -- and therefore areas of coverage -- include the Chelsea club scene and its relationship with area police, local restaurants and bars, area crime, community news, cultural events, editorial commentary, and the arts. There are several ways to interact with the paper's staff -- and thereby help direct its coverage as it finds its legs -- including a Web site, a gossip hotline, requests for news tips, and letters of comment. I was impressed by how timely the first issue was -- stories featured in that day's major dailies were also included in this upstart weekly -- and I hope that they're able to maintain that level of local reportage. Worth picking up if you live, work, or go out in the neighborhood! And it's one of the better neighborhood papers I've come across.

The Village Voice was a one of a kind NYC alternative weekly newspaper founded in 1955 and won many…read moreawards over their print run, including Pulitzer Prizes. They had news bins all around the NYC area on street corners, but now exists only as an online website, but have continued to win news coverage awards. Over the years they featured groundbreaking articles and many talented writers and editors. You can view the archives on its site along with some recent content. It's just not the same to me as I used to enjoy reading the print edition over a coffee at my local diner or coffee house. It was a good read to learn about the arts, culture, music, dance, film, and theater reviews happening in the NYC area.

Wish it was still around. This was the best for to-dos and its events' calendar. As Yelper Phil…read moresaid, they were quite celebrated. Missed, but not forgotten. Still available online at a computer near you.

Published by the Committee for Taxi Safety, this monthly newspaper is aimed at taxi drivers…read more Written in a very folksy style, the tabloid covers parking ticket blitzes, what to do if you go to TLC court, gas prices, medallion auctions, lower back pain, and other topics. But the best parts are the parts that cabbies can use while they interact with passengers. "You Be the Judge" posits a court case, gives the details of the defense, and shares the judge's decision. "Taxi Humour" offers jokes involving taxis and taxi drivers. The monthly landmark quiz can help drivers point out sites and sights around the city. And "Fairs & Festivals" indicates what streets are closed off when for what parades and other events -- the most useful directory of street fairs I've ever encountered! There's even a calendar of events cabbies are encouraged to recommend to passengers. Additionally, the ads are fascinating: Where to buy a taxi cab, insurance companies for worker's compensation, taxi top ads, and other service providers. An interesting look at one of New York's more visible jobs and lifestyles.

EMAGE Magazine International is one of the most amazing magazines to work with. They are a first…read moreclass international magazine and Caposello Photography was honored to shoot for them. EMAGE is immersed in fashion, talent and luxury name branding. We can not wait to work with owner Steven Cuoco again!

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By far, the Post is still my favorite newspaper, for over thirty years now. I moved out of NY…read morealmost fifteen years ago and still fel that this is a must read for me on a daily basis. I still need my hometown news, especially from the great Sports section My only gripe, and the reason I didn't give it a perfect five stars is their stance with IPad users. I have no problem with them trying to make money in the digital age. My gripe is the fact that they singled out one type of user instead of charging all users. If I must pay for it, I will. But until such time that they make everyone share the pain, I will get my fix for free elsewhere.

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