Linda was an English major and has followed up her formal education with a continuous stream of writing workshops. She has also published in local media and taught Business English. Her humorous essay, "Signs & Blunders," appears in Woe of the Road, winner of Beach Book Festival's Best Anthology 2012, now available on Kindle. More info on www.MugofWoe.com. The samples below include a press release, a profile, and two informative articles.

PRESS RELEASE

JUST FOR HAHA'S
Comedy Events
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                  
October 18, 2006                                       
NEWS MEDIA CONTACT:
Linda Morgan
WITCHES OF PROSPECT CLONE COMEDY
Sold-out Event at The Prospect Cafe
Spawns Second Show to Benefit Breast Cancer

Hartford, CT - On Saturday, November 11, the Prospect Cafe in West Hartford is hosting a second night of comedy to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.  The first production on October 19 elicited such an enthusiastic response that a second event has been scheduled.  The 8:30 show features an all female roster of performers, and the $5 cover will be donated to the Komen organization to further its efforts in research and awareness.

The month of October, designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is marked by the distribution of PINK ribbons to serve as a vivid reminder of the importance of early detection in an illness that is the leading cause of death among women 40-59.  A wide range of awareness and fund-raising events continue throughout the year.  Details on these events can be found on the Komen CT Affiliate website http://www.komenct.org/.  The Komen Ct Affiliate awards over half a million dollars annually to more than 30 breast cancer programs in the state and has contributed over $1.5 million to breast cancer research throughout the nation and the world.

The third-Thursday monthly comedy nights at the Prospect Cafe are produced by Just for HaHa's, a comedy booking duo comprised of veteran comics, Barbara Jurgelas and Linda Morgan, who keep a rolodex of area talent available to provide entertainment for charitable events and private parties.

"What better way to celebrate the courageous spirit and sense of humor with which women battle this disease," says Barbara, "than with the healing power of laughter."

The five performing Witches represent a variety of styles and backgrounds.  The MC, Jan Flanagan, goes to Bombeck and Beyond, Jersey Girl Linda Morgan explores the near and far of dysfunctionality, while Ann Podolske proves the personal is political in what the Somerville News termed an "understated  but lethal wit."  Ann is followed by Jennifer Myskowsky, who manages to be irreverent with the utmost integrity.  Winding up the mischief is Eve "Oy" Olitski, an area artist whose material is colorful, vivid, and often off-the-palette.

Reservations for the 90-minute show are recommended and can be made by calling the Prospect Cafe at 523-8069.  The Prospect Cafe is located at 345 Prospect Avenue, West Hartford, 06110.

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