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Saturday, June 20, 2026
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Friday, June 19, 2026
Book Nook - Angelino and the Golden Harp
“Angelino and the Golden Harp” by David Penman is a being hailed as a magical imaginative adventure - taking readers on a thrilling journey through a fantasy world filled with mythical creatures, ancient prophecies and perilous quests.
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Appealing to readers across demographics, this debut novel is quickly finding an audience that responds not just to the thrilling pace of the narrative but to the power of courage, loyalty and determination, of vividly drawn characters - plucky, determined and brave - who win the reader’s heart.
“Angelino and the Golden Harp” is a tale that speaks to everyone who enjoys a reminder of the thrill and magic of a well-told story.
Synopsis:
In the heart of a London shrouded in mystery, an ancient golden harp holds the secret to the passage to the Ethereal. When the magical instrument is stolen, Angelino, a librarian little mouse with a big heart, finds himself unwillingly involved in an extraordinary adventure.
At his side, Ruby, a young rebellious punk, will embark on a dangerous journey to recover the harp and free the souls imprisoned by the evil Démonrat.
Between ancient prophecies, fantastic creatures and breathtaking chases, “Angelino and the Golden Harp” is a compelling story that celebrates the power of friendship, the courage to fight for what you love - and the melody of hope that resonates even in the darkest moments.
“Angelino and the Golden Harp” is a story that’s very close to my heart,” explains author David Penman. “It represents a lifetime of building a world in my imagination, based on ideas that first occurred to me in childhood.”
“Angelino and the Golden Harp” takes you on a truly magical adventure, filled with mystery, breathtaking worlds, and unforgettable characters,” he continues.
“At the heart of the story lies the enchanted Golden Harp, a powerful instrument surrounded by mystical creatures and ancient prophecies. Alongside the action and wonder, the book celebrates the power of friendship, showing how even the smallest heroes can make the biggest difference. With courage, loyalty, and determination guiding the journey, Angelino and his companions face an epic battle against darkness, proving that hope and light can shine even in the most shadowed times.”
David’s tale of Angelino arose spontaneously from his youthful imagination, and he has been delighted by the way the narrative has gradually been enriched by the characters that appear in the story, each with a life and personality of their own.
He explains, “The plot becomes clear at the end, where the story is explained and, like the branches of a tree that converge towards the trunk, all the characters come together in this story where the Harp shines.”
“Angelino and the Golden Harp” is available to purchase from the author’s website:
https://davidpenmanuk.com/
About the Author: David Penman is the pen name of Davide Dal Cin. Italian by birth but English by adoption, he began writing at a very young age. Thanks to his father Giovanni, who gave him a beautiful Olivetti typewriter, he started writing whatever came to mind - short stories on various topics, from time machines to detective stories and thrillers. These youthful tales captivated readers with their simplicity. He also produced small publications of hand-drawn comics. Currently, free from life’s commitments, David is attempting to revisit the texts he had once set aside, and he is now working on the second book of Angelino with the probable title of “Angelino: Genesis and Finale.”
Money Matters - State-by-State Delinguency Data
American households have around $18.79 trillion in debt, and the personal-finance company WalletHub today released its new report on the States Where People Are the Most Delinquent on Debt to show where people are at the biggest risk of credit score damage and other negative consequences.
To highlight the places where people are having the most trouble paying their debts, WalletHub analyzed proprietary user data from Q1 2026 for each of the 50 states. In our ranking, we considered both the percentage of individual tradelines that were delinquent and the percentage of residents’ total loan balances that were delinquent.
| Most Delinquent | Least Delinquent |
| 1. Mississippi | 41. Hawaii |
| 2. Louisiana | 42. Massachusetts |
| 3. Arkansas | 43. California |
| 4. West Virginia | 44. Washington |
| 5. Alabama | 45. Colorado |
| 6. South Carolina | 46. Wisconsin |
| 7. Delaware | 47. Montana |
| 8. North Carolina | 48. Utah |
| 9. Tennessee | 49. Vermont |
| 10. Texas | 50. Iowa |
For the full report and to see where your state ranks, please visit:
https://wallethub.com/edu/
“Being delinquent on debt can lead to fees, credit score damage, increased interest rates and other negative repercussions. That’s why it’s important to get current as quickly as possible. For many types of debt, you will have at least 30 days after your due date to make your payment before the lender officially reports it as ‘late’ to the credit bureaus. Many lenders also offer hardship programs that can allow you to temporarily forgo payments due to financial difficulty.”
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“Mississippi has the biggest debt delinquency problem, with around 13.8% of individual loans and lines of credit in the state delinquent in Q1 2026, the highest percentage in the country. When all the dollar amounts are added together, Mississippi residents are delinquent on over 13.6% of their overall debt, the highest percentage in the country.”
- Chip Lupo, WalletHub Editor
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Money Matters - Produce Pressure: Half of Parents Buying More Processed Foods as They Cannot Afford Fresh Produce
For over a third of families, fresh fruit and vegetables are no longer a grocery staple - they are a luxury. A new survey of 3,004 households by Advance America found that 34% of families are buying less fruit and vegetables on each shopping trip, while 51% say their overall diet is less healthy than it was two to three years ago.
The produce aisle has become a decision between good intentions and grocery math.
For households that have not reduced their intake, the costs are still being felt. On average, families say they are now spending an extra $13 per month just on fruit and vegetables - 5% more than at the same time last year.
Some states are feeling that increase more sharply than others. The top five states spending the most extra per month on produce are:
1. North Dakota - $99 extra per month; 38% increase*
2. Idaho - $52 extra per month; 20% increase
3. Arkansas - $44 extra per month; 17% increase
4. Georgia - $44 extra per month; 17% increase
5. New Jersey - $44 extra per month; 17% increase
*Percentage increases reflect the average reported rise compared to last years produce expenditure.
Infographic showing study results
The survey also asked families what they have done over the past 12 months to reduce what they spend on fresh produce. The most common answer was a practical one: 20% have bought more frozen fruit or vegetables. Another 13% have visited multiple stores to compare prices, turning the weekly shop into something closer to a price-checking expedition. Other cost-cutting moves included:
- 9% have stopped buying certain fruits entirely.
- 9% have bought more canned produce.
- 6% have chosen cheaper processed foods instead.
- 4% have switched to lower-quality produce.
- 3% have skipped produce for themselves but still bought it for their children.
The emotional side of rising produce prices is just as revealing. 40% of respondents said they feel frustrated, while 25% said they feel angry that grocery prices have reached this point. Another 8% said they are concerned about their health, and 3% said they are concerned about their children’s diet.
Perhaps most strikingly, nearly one in three families say healthy eating now feels financially out of reach. When asked which statement best reflected their current view, 28% said healthy eating is becoming financially unrealistic for them. A further 30% said they still try to eat healthily but compromise more often now.
Only 19% said they continue to prioritize healthy eating no matter the cost, while 15% said grocery prices have not changed their eating habits.
The survey also found:
- 64% of families worry at least occasionally that their diet is less healthy because of grocery costs.
- 24% say they worry about this frequently.
- 51% feel their overall diet is less healthy than it was two to three years ago because of grocery prices.
- 48% say they have been eating more processed foods because they are cheaper than fresh produce.
Together, the findings paint a picture of a state where the gap between wanting to eat well and being able to afford it is quietly widening.
“Fresh fruit and vegetables should feel like basic groceries, not premium add-ons,” says Laura McCutcheon, VP of Marketing at Advance America. “When parents are skipping produce for themselves to keep buying it for their kids, that tells you everything about the kind of quiet sacrifices families are making right now. ”
Methodology
This study surveyed 3,004 respondents in May 2026 to examine how rising grocery prices are affecting Americans’ fruit and vegetable purchasing habits, including whether shoppers are buying fewer fresh items and how much extra they estimate spending each month. Respondents were selected from a geographically representative online panel, balanced by age, gender, and region. To ensure data quality, responses underwent screening measures including bot detection, geo-verification, speeding checks, and manual review. Results were weighted to reflect national population benchmarks.
About Advance America
Founded in 1997, Advance America is a leading state-licensed consumer lender in the U.S., serving customers across 23 states through more than 750 storefronts and online lending operations. With approximately 2,500 employees, Advance America provides convenient access to credit through a combination of digital services and real human support.
Music Minute - Handcrafted in Nashville, TN: Wood
Gibson continues its year-long Handcrafted in Nashville, TN campaign with the premiere of Chapter 1: “Wood,” the first installment in a four-part video series exploring the craftsmanship, materials, and artistry behind Gibson electric guitars. This year-long marquee campaign celebrates the craftsmanship and innovation that drives Gibson and Gibson Custom electric guitar-making in the heart of Music City, where Gibson musical instruments begin a journey—one that will ultimately carry it from Nashville’s craftories to the world’s biggest stages, in addition to rehearsal rooms, recording studios, and homes all over the world.
Narrated by Pepper Keenan of Corrosion of Conformity and Down, Chapter 1 “Wood” takes viewers to the very beginning of the Gibson story—long before the first note is played—exploring the essential role that tonewoods play in shaping the unmistakable sound of Gibson instruments. Watch Chapter 1: “Wood” HERE and explore all Gibson and Gibson Custom electric guitars HERE.
For more than 50 years, Gibson electric guitars have been handcrafted in the heart of Music City—Nashville, Tennessee—where wood and steel meet heart and soul, yet the true origin of every instrument begins far beyond the craftory, in nature itself. As Pepper Keenan reflects in the film, “The story of a Gibson guitar begins long before you open the case…long before you strum that first chord. It begins with a tree—a tree that had already been growing for over a century.” From forest to stage, the careful selection of premium tonewoods forms the foundation of Gibson’s most iconic instruments—guitars designed not only for exceptional tone, but to endure beyond lifetimes. This commitment starts at the source, where Gibson works closely with trusted partners to responsibly procure materials while supporting the sustainability and long-term stewardship of the world’s forests, ensuring the future of guitar-making for generations to come. Every Gibson electric guitar is handcrafted in the USA and built to sustain—not only under the player’s fingers, but across decades as a future heirloom instrument.
Gibson:
GIBSON.COM | X | IG | FB | TT | GIBSON APP | GIBSON GARAGE NASHVILLE | GIBSON GARAGE LONDON | GIBSON RECORDS | GIBSON GIVES | GIBSON CERTIFIED VINTAGE | GIBSON LIFESTYLE |
GIBSON TV EN ESPANOL | GIBSON TV
Epiphone:
EPIPHONE.COM | X | IG | FB | YT
Kramer:
KRAMERGUITARS.COM | X | IG | FB | YT
MESA/Boogie:
MESABOOGIE.COM | X | IG | FB
KRK:
KRKMUSIC.COM | X | IG | FB | Y
Maestro:
About Gibson:
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including Epiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals. Gibson is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by all Gibson brands. Explore more at Gibson.com, Gibson App, and on Gibson TV, follow us on Instagram, X and Facebook, and visit us at the Gibson Garage Nashville and the Gibson Garage London.
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