50 SHADES Author E.L. James Begins New York Book Tour Today in Farmingdale

Hundreds of Long Island and New York City mothers will gather at the first New York appearance by "Fifty Shades" author E.L. James who will be honored at a special pre-Mother's Day luncheon hosted by Divamoms founder Lyss Stern on Monday May 7, 2012 at 11:30 am at Carlyle on the Green in Bethpage State Park, Farmingdale, NY. The best-selling Fifty Shades erotic/romance stories is taking Long Island and the entire nation by storm and has become an international cultural phenomenon. This is the first New York metro-area stop of James' U.S. book tour which has been one of the most successful in history.

E.L. James has achieved a massive cult following and she recently inked a million dollar deal with Vintage Books/Random House and plans are already moving forward to turn her books into a major motion picture similar to the billion dollar Twilight series. Fifty Shades stories first achieved notoriety when women began downloading them on their iPads in droves and her fame has skyrocketed since in a manner that is unprecedented for an unknown author. Massive sold-out crowds have swarmed her book signings at every stop of her tour.

Divamoms will also be treated to a Fabulyss lunch with Wines by Wives (winesbywives.com), which will provide fine wine from around the world, Desserts by Mammas Favorites, Candy by Candy Lane (www.candy-lane.com) plus Photos by Heidi Green (www.heidigreenphoto.com). In addition, Long Island women will be treated to an exclusive workout created by Kristen James Fitness (KristenJamesFitness.com) for Divamoms. Titled, "The 50 Shapes Workout" this original program incorporates specific movements that will enhance women's sexual life, stamina and health. Sexologist Logan Levkoff will be speaking about the importance of a healthy and active sex life. Women will be introduced to sex toys from J.O.M (Joy Of Moi).