Released on = April 22, 2006, 5:32 pm

Press Release Author = Kifle Bantayehu

Industry = Non Profit

Press Release Summary = MCLEAN, VA - April 22, 2006-- Kifle Bantayehu, a 25 year-old
second-generation Ethiopian immigrant is breaking new ground with his work of
literature - \"The Healing Conscious\"

Press Release Body = MCLEAN, VA - April 22, 2006-- Kifle Bantayehu, a 25 year-old
second-generation Ethiopian immigrant is breaking new ground with his work of
literature - \"The Healing Conscious\" (ISBN: 1411600770) - combining the English
language with Ethiopian culture. Moved by the AIDS epidemic, the author will donate
twenty percent of the net proceeds to various organizations working to promote
HIV/AIDS awareness and help those affected in Africa\'s developing nations,
particularly children orphaned by this devastating epidemic.

His book, \"The Healing Conscious,\" tells the story of an Ethiopian immigrant boy on
his fascinating journey to America and adulthood. The author - Kifle Bantayehu -
recounts this poignant tale in poetic format. His inspirational collection of poems
reflects the final words and thoughts of a dying man who traveled across the world,
raised a family and became successful-finally fulfilling the American dream.

These poems, written in a uniquely modern style, reflect a journey of sacrifice,
courage and strength. There have been very few works of poetry written and published
by Ethiopian authors. Former President Bill Clinton sent the author a personal
letter saying: \"You can be proud of the important role you are playing in the
campaign against AIDS in Africa.\"

\"I wanted to tell a compelling story - which is based on the lives of my parents -
of an immigrant who through much pain and sacrifice was able to leave his homeland
of Ethiopia, with an equally-strong and motivated woman, and raise four children in
the best possible environment for education, opportunity and happiness,\" says
Bantayehu.

He goes on to explain his motivation, \"Although there are many wonderfully unique
stories and novels depicting the lives of immigrants in America; there has been
little said of the sacrifices and contributions of the Ethiopian immigrant community
residing in the United States. Not only do we, as Ethiopians, possess over 2,000
years of a rich, cultural heritage, but we are loving, caring and hard working
people from whom the values of family, sacrifice, respect and camaraderie can be
learned.\"

Born in the United States in 1980, Bantayehu grew up in Mexico, Kenya, Zimbabwe,
Ethiopia and the United States. In 2002 he received his B.A. degree from the
University of Virginia, and currently resides in Virginia. He is a member of the
International Society of Poets and Who\'s Who of International Poets. His poems are
featured in several anthologies/collections.

Book Information:
Title: The Healing Conscious
Publisher: Lulu Press, Inc.
Edition: Softcover
Price: $15.80 (retail)
ISBN: 1411600770

Website: http://www.thehealingconscious.com


Web Site = http://www.thehealingconscious.com

Contact Details = Email: kifle_b@lycos.com
Fax: 703-448-0515