Music and Fashion Mogul Russell Simmons Signs Book at Borders(R) in Largo, Md.

ANN ARBOR, Mich., April 26 /PRNewswire/ —
   Who:   Russell Simmons is the co-founder of the pioneering hip-hop label
          "Def Jam," founder of a second label, "Russell Simmons Music
          Group," creator of the clothing fashion line "Phat Farm," and
          author.

   What:  Simmons will be signing copies of his book, "Do You! Laws of
          Success: 12 Proven Steps to Achieving Happiness and Empowerment"

   When:  Monday, April 30 at 7 p.m.

   Where: Borders
          913-A Capital Centre Boulevard
          Largo, Md. 20774
          (301) 499-2173

   Why:   Simmons is one of the most innovative and influential figures in
          modern American business and culture. He transformed a music
          industry by harnessing the hip-hop sound he loved and he is doing
          the same transformation to the fashion world with his creative
          prowess.  Simmons has much to teach and share with the youth today
          and Borders is thrilled to welcome him to our store in Largo, Md.

   Media
   Contact: Media interested in attending this event should contact Daniel
            Fromme at (410) 290-0380 or at dfromme2@bordersgroupinc.com.

            Media interested in learning more about Borders should contact
            Kolleen O’Meara at (734) 477-1224 or komeara@bordersgroupinc.com

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  About Borders, Inc. :

Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Borders Group is a $4.1 billion global retailer of books, music and movies with more than 1,200 stores and 34,000 employees worldwide. More information on the company is available at www.bordersgroupinc.com.
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Source: Borders, Inc.

CONTACT: Media, Daniel Fromme, +1-410-290-0380,
dfromme2@bordersgroupinc.com, or Kolleen O’Meara, +1-734-477-1224,
komeara@bordersgroupinc.com, both of Borders, Inc.

Web site: http://www.bordersgroupinc.com/