Lumina Media™ Announces Launch of BarkTank Book Writing Contest

Winner of Book Publishing Deal to be Named “Live” On-Stage During
BarkWorld

IRVINE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Lumina Media™, a leading media company that connects brands with
passionate audiences of enthusiasts by providing iconic content across
all platforms, today announced the launch of its BarkTank book writing
and publishing contest.

The contest launches today with entries being accepted until September
30, 2016. Contest finalists will present their book ideas live on stage
(or via video) to a panel of judges for a chance to win a book
publishing deal at BarkWorld, the company’s leading marketing and
digital event for animal-centric social media influencers and creators
taking place October 12-16, 2016, at the Loews Hotel in Atlanta.

“We’re thrilled to be launching this exciting new contest and couldn’t
be more delighted at the possibility of awarding a book deal to one
lucky, up and coming talent,” said Lumina Media vice president of
events, Rania Leite. “This contest represents Lumina Media and
BarkWorld’s commitment to supporting the innovation and creativity of
today’s amazing social media influencers and creators. We look forward
to giving them a platform for their voices to be heard and helping to
educate and inspire the community as a whole.”

For additional details on the contest and to view the official contest
rules* and guidelines, visit: http://www.barkworldexpo.com/barktank/.

Since 2010, BarkWorld has connected top consumer brands with some of the
most influential bloggers and social media personalities in the
industry, while providing these sponsors the opportunity to maximize
their marketing efforts and boost brand awareness through engagement
with these key social influencers.

BarkWorld is the world’s largest gathering of animal content creators
across social media, video, photos, and the web. The 2015 conference
empowered over 400 of the animal community’s largest social media
influencers and brands to connect and inspire each other.

About BarkWorld

BarkWorld is the world’s largest gathering of animal content creators
across social media and the Web. Founded in 2009, it’s the only
marketing and digital event and experience focused on animal-centric
social media influencers, creators and businesses. BarkWorld’s mission
is to align the social pet community with leading technology and
lifestyle communities, deliver authentic engagement between influencers
and brands and provide a face-to-face forum for these conversations. The
event drives impact by engaging, educating, and inspiring influencers,
brands and the community. For more information, visit www.BarkWorldExpo.com.

About Lumina Media

Lumina Media is a leading media company that connects brands with
passionate audiences of enthusiasts by providing iconic content across
all platforms. With extensive reach and experience, the company’s media
engages, informs and inspires, while its platforms ensure the right
media is delivered whenever, however and wherever audiences want it.
Founded in 2013, Lumina Media is headquartered in Irvine, Calif. For
more information, visit www.luminamedia.com.

*NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER. Contest is open to legal residents of
the 50 United States or District of Columbia, age 21 or older. Entries
must be received between 12:00:01 AM PT on August 30, 2016, and 11:59:59
PM PT on September 30, 2016. See official rules at www.barkworldexpo.com/barktank/.
5 finalists will be required to present their book proposals in person
or by video at BarkWorld Expo on 10/15/16 to determine the winner.
Winner will have the opportunity to have his/her book published by
Lumina Media (subject to signing a book contract). Void where prohibited
by law. Sponsor: Lumina Media, LLC.

Contacts

Lumina Media
Cameron Triebwasser, 949-679-1619
ctriebwasser@luminamedia.com