Filipino American comic book creators and special guests come together to give away a free digital comic book copy and promote tasty Filipino food and beverages at HiFi Kitchen on May 6, 2023.
LOS ANGELES, April 27, 2023 (CarryOnHarry.com)
– In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Kwento Comics will team up with Lumpia With A Vengeance to host “Free Komiks Day” at HiFi Kitchen in Historic Filipinotown on Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The event will celebrate Filipino-American comic book creators and geek culture with exclusive content, special guests, and Filipino food.
Kwento Comics, the creators of The Mask of Haliya graphic novel series, will be releasing a free digital copy of Issue 1 of The Mask of Haliya. Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer Waverley Lim, head writer Kaitlyn Fae Fajilan, and editor/writer Jenapher Zheng will be in attendance.
Kid Heroes Productions, creators of the award-winning independent films Lumpia and Lumpia with a Vengeance, will be giving a free digital comic book from their book line expanding on the Lumpia universe. They will be selling limited copies of a HiFi Kitchen exclusive trade paperback with cover art by Brian “beee” Bello, featuring chef Justin Foronda with characters from the films. Cast members Katrina Dimaranan (Jemini), Earl Baylon (George), Meriden Angeles (Merasol), artist Brian “beee” Bello, and director Patricio Ginelsa will be in attendance.
Kwento Comics and Kid Heroes Productions will have physical copies of their comics available for purchase, in addition to Free Comic Book Day exclusives. HiFi Kitchen will offer special “comic-themed” menu items in collaboration with both comic creators.
About Kwento Comics Kwento Comics is the first all-women, all-Asian comic book company highlighting Filipino and Asian mythology through the medium of graphic novels. Their stories aim to inspire young women everywhere as they follow our female heroines who learn to spark the warrior goddess within.
About Kid Heroes Productions: Kid Heroes Productions is a Los Angeles-based production company founded by Patricio Ginelsa that specializes in unique film/video/comic book projects. Lumpia With A Vengeance completed a remarkable theatrical release last fall after an unprecedented film festival and comic book convention circuit run. The film has spun off its own comic book series, published independently.
About HiFi Kitchen Since 2018, HiFi Kitchen tests the boundaries of classic Filipino Angeleno dishes while strengthening FilAm representation in Historic Filipinotown of Los Angeles, CA. Chef and owner Justin Foronda set out to offer the comfort of home-cooked meals he was raised on while drawing inspiration from the local flavors of Los Angeles. Their menu is the product of years of taste testing and remixing, spanning a variety of dietary lifestyles with vegan & gluten-free options.
Author Denise A. Powis’s New Book, “Just be Yourself and No One Else!” Follows Three Punctuation Marks Who Try to Change Who They Are But Simply Cause Confusion
Copenhagen, NY, October 07, 2025 –(CarryOnHarry.com)– Denise A. Powis, a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who enjoys painting, inventing, writing, and gardening, has completed her new book, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”: a heartfelt story that follows three punctuation marks who discover the importance of being true to themselves and what they do best.
In 2005, author Denise Powis received a bachelor of science degree from Empire State College, and she has worked for many years in the helping professions as a certified nursing assistant, home health aide, and substitute teacher for special education classes. At the present time, she teaches a Bible study/support group for women. In 1979, she won a 17 Islands National sailboat race.
In “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!”, readers are introduced to a period, an exclamation point, and a question mark who all long for a change of pace and decide to switch places one day. However, they soon discover they are not well suited for performing their new roles, and decide that they were made perfect for their original purpose.
Published by Hawes & Jenkins Publishing, Denise A. Powis’s engaging tale will delight readers of all ages as they discover the importance of accepting one’s self and being true to who they really are. With colorful artwork and a powerful life lesson, “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” will help boost confidence amongst young readers, leaving a lasting impression long after the final page.
Readers who wish to experience this riveting work can purchase “Just Be Yourself and No One Else!” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes Store, Amazon, Google Play, or Barnes and Noble.
For additional information or media inquiries, contact Hawes & Jenkins at 888-430-7450.
The release of Magical Musical Memories aligns with research indicating music’s capacity to reduce stress and rekindle recollection among people living with dementia. It also echoes widely shared experiences—from football legend Sir Alex Ferguson to the family of singer Tony Christie—of music’s unique ability to unlock the past.
Inside the Community Spirit
“From the songs that we danced to at our first school dance, to the albums that became the soundtrack of our lives, each memory is a testament to the moments that have defined us,” said Helen Davies-Parsons, Chief Executive of Dormy Care Communities. “Music can transport us back to a specific time and place. Through these recollections, memories will now live on.”
How to Buy the Book—and Support Local Charities
The coffee-table style book is priced at £15. Copies can be purchased by contacting any of the five homes directly; card payments can be taken over the phone and books can be posted. A portion of every sale will be donated to local charities.
