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Safer and Less Stressful Freeway Driving the Promise of Veteran Truck Drivers New Book
Today's American interstate often poses a navigational nightmare for the average motorist. Speeders, tailgaters, trucks - they have all combined to turn our freeways into a proverbial "asphalt circus." But the stress and frustration don't have to drive you off the road and onto the bus according to Alan J. Corbett, a professional truck driver with more than 3 million accident-free miles behind the wheel. His new book MERGE! is designed to put safety and sanity back in the freeway commute. - June 24, 2009 - ALACOR
LawProspector Takes to the Road with LawProspector Mobile
The Premier Litigation-Related Sales Tool for Litigation Support Firms Launches All New Mobile Product for Business Development Professionals On-the-Go - June 24, 2009 - LawProspector, LLC
They Are Funny, Interesting and Informative
That's why people buy books from Bridgeross Communications – The Dysfunctional Father's Guide, mysteries by psychiatrist David Laing Dawson and the highly praised Schizophrenia: Medicine's Mystery – Society's Shame by Marvin Ross. - June 24, 2009 - Bridgeross Communications
TruMedia Networks Launches TruFan.com
New social media platform powers national online network of local sports fan communities dedicated to professional sports teams in US; each community site enables fans to easily locate and share local sports news, content and opinions about their favorite local teams - June 24, 2009 - TruMedia Networks
IMRI Launches SEO Classroom Training in Chennai
IMRI(Internet & Mobile Research Institute), a leading Digital Marketing firm in India has recently launched weekend classroom training for Search Engine Optimization(SEO) in Chennai. The institute aims to provide the most advanced and comprehensive SEO training which includes an extensive range... - June 24, 2009 - IMRI Institute
NexCards.com Launches Innovative Panoramic Business Card
NexCards.com is proud to announce its newest innovation – customizable panoramic business cards. - June 24, 2009 - NexCards.com
Business Owners Can Now Offer Discounts to Local Consumers with One Card Instead of Printable Coupons
TheBLVDCard.com, a new local discount company that brings local businesses together with local consumers, is creating a “win-win” opportunity whereby business owners can now cost-effectively reach thousands of local potential customers and those same customers can now save money without needing to print out coupons. In preparation for their planned launch this summer, TheBLVDCard.com is offering to waive the monthly fees until September 1st. - June 24, 2009 - The BLVD Card
New Kent Winery “Pairs” with Insider’s Passport
Local partnership tastefully illustrates the union of the old world and the modern age - June 24, 2009 - Insider's Passport
SEO Advantage Updates Web Site Design
Search engine optimization firm’s website gets new look while retaining company’s unique brand image - June 24, 2009 - SEO Advantage, Inc.
Flimp Media, ExactTarget Partnership to Provide Metrics-Driven Video Email Marketing Solution
Partnership tracks detailed video email viewer engagement in single reporting dashboard - June 24, 2009 - Flimp Media, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Mystling Glen Book I, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Juvenile Fiction Book from North Judson, IN Author Kimberly Ann Pearson
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Mystling Glen Book I: The Tale of A Prince by Kimberly Ann Pearson, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Juvenile Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble... - June 24, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Social Media Strategy Webinar This Thursday
Last chance in June to learn social media marketing strategy! Two final webinar sessions at 8am EST and 11am EST/8am PST. Learn how to develop strategy in a clear five step process and get guidance on measuring and achieving success. - June 24, 2009 - Strategic Guru
Vergo Marketing Enhances SEO, SEM Capabilities
VERGO Marketing Inc. recently enhanced their SEO and SEM capabilities as well as their lead generation success by completing the SEMPO Institute's Guide to Search Marketing. - June 24, 2009 - VERGO Interactive, Inc.
Nexscorp Announces Low Cost Custom Website Design & Hosting Services Package
Seattle-based Nexscorp has announced low cost custom website design and hosting services for economically challenged small businesses; five-page sites offered for $250. - June 24, 2009 - Nexscorp
Unique New Book is Touching "Thank-You" Note from Son to Father Poignancy, Unusual Format Makes for Universal Appeal
A moving and unique new book from Outskirts Press author Kevin McCourt is reminding readers to thank everyone in their lives for whom they are thankful. As he expresses his love to his father, he urges his readers to tell their loved ones how much they are appreciated and why. He tells the reader... - June 24, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Trafford Publishing Launches Video Book Trailers
Trailers Offer Authors the Chance to See Their Books Come Alive - June 24, 2009 - Trafford Publishing
Outskirts Press Announces The All-Embracing Message Of Islam, the Latest Religion Book from Amman, Amman Author Sheikh Elnayyal Abu Groon
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The All-Embracing Message Of Islam: Fi Rihab Al-Risalah by Sheikh Elnayyal Abu Groon, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Religion category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - June 24, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Sadie Fourpaws and the Magic Rocking Chair, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Preschool & Kindergarten Book from LeRoy, IL Author Marybelle Vancil
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Sadie Fourpaws and the Magic Rocking Chair by Marybelle Vancil, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 8.5 x 11 Color Paperback in the Preschool & Kindergarten category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - June 24, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book Provides Help for Florida Auto Accident Victims
"Secrets Exposed: 7 Deadly Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Auto Accident Case" by Ft. Lauderdale Attorney David M. Benenfeld helps Florida residents understand their legal rights should they be involved in an auto accident. - June 23, 2009 - Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld
Professional Plastics Announces Enhanced Web Experience for Customers
Professional Plastics, a leading distributor of high-performance plastic stock shapes, recently upgraded their web site to include new, easy to use navigation tools and a more streamlined checkout process. The redesigned site has also been fully translated into ten languages to better serve their customers outside of the USA. - June 23, 2009 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
ZeepMedia.com Expands SMS Ad Network Reach to 4 Million Messages a Month, Becoming North America's Largest Self-Serve SMS Ad Network
Zeep Media has increased the number of SMS messages available to advertisers via it's self-serve advertising network to 4 million messages a month, opening the door to a huge mobile audience across the US. - June 23, 2009 - Zeep Media
SBi Media is Re-Branded as Mosaic. Company Moves to Expanded Headquarters.
Full-service new media design firm adds one of the largest sound/video/photography stages in Indianapolis to its assets. - June 23, 2009 - Mosaic
Maximize My Website Launches Google Pay Per Click Management Services for Small to Medium Sized Businesses
Maximize My Website creates a new division to help small to medium sized companies set up and manage their Google Pay Per Click marketing campaigns. Pay Per Click Marketing is a trackable form of Internet marketing that lets any company partner with Google and put their products or services in front of targeted prospects worldwide - June 23, 2009 - Soft Media Publishing Inc
Agencies Unite Under Experiential Communications Brand
Fluid Power Technologies International and Konstanz Kommunikations undergo consolidation with Mountain Stream Group to form new, Chicago-based experiential communications design consultancy. - June 23, 2009 - Mountain Stream Group, Inc.
Marketing Magician Joins Your Business Channel as Marketing Expert
UK based Stefan (Marketing Magician) Drew is about to start filming business marketing advice for web based TV channel yBC (your Business Channel) as a Marketing Expert. - June 23, 2009 - Stefan Drew Associates
Mom’s New Book Helps Kids with Grief, Raises Money for Cancer Research
The death of a loved one is hard enough on adults, but children often have special needs after experiencing loss. That’s exactly why author Glenna Edwards wrote Rainbow Bed: A Child’s Perspective on Coping with Grief, her new children’s book from Outskirts Press that’s... - June 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book Reveals Mental Health Patient’s Road to Accomplishing Life Goals
As a mental-health patient, Terry Dorn was discouraged from being a writer and publisher. He proved them wrong in short order, publishing a book collecting the creative talents of mentally challenged people in Washington state. Now, Dorn is sharing the remarkable story of faith and experiences... - June 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
It’s a War Between the Calovacanti and the Circulary in New Work of Fiction The Circulary
Outskirts Press author J.C. Thompson has released an exciting new novel that delves into the violent subcultures of a seemingly quiet town in the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina. The Circulary is the story of John Calovacanti Hanna, whom everyone calls Calo—a young man from a decent... - June 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Wedding Palace, the Latest Fiction Book from New York, NY Author M. Abdelsalam Elemary
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Wedding Palace: Novel by M. Abdelsalam Elemary, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback cream in the Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail... - June 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Murder on Martha’s Vineyard: New Recession Novel Mixes Homicide, Securities Fraud in Playground of the Rich
Martha’s Vineyard will never be the same after Vineyard Days, the riveting new novel about the financial crisis and murder from author Gene Pisasale. Now available through the Outskirts Press Online Store (outskirtspress.com/store.php), Vineyard Days is set in the world-famous playground of... - June 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Banksy Canvas Prints from Four Blank Walls
Four Blank Walls is having a massive sale with up to 70% off all of their Banksy canvas prints and perspex wall art prints. - June 22, 2009 - Four Blank Walls
MMG - Model Management Group (NYMMG) Opens International Model & Talent Agency, MMG Canada
Two years of planning and signing Models & Talent with Dual Citizenship pays off immediately as MMG Canada, based in Toronto, books a National Reebok Campaign. MMG on May 1st opened its’ Canadian Model and Talent Agency, MMG Canada located in Toronto. MMG will now be able to submit models and actors for work in both the United States and Canada. MMG is now an International Model and Talent Agency and can offer its’ clients an extensive list of celebrities as well as new faces. - June 22, 2009 - Model Management Group NYMMG
ONEHOPE Wine Teams up with Fresh & Easy in Support of American Forests
Joint Campaign helps plant 8,540 trees with American Forests - June 22, 2009 - ONEHOPE
Outskirts Press Author’s Children’s Book Is Sweet Lesson in Nutrition
Children everywhere will want to take a bite out of “Cookie,” a delightful new children’s book that’s perfect for parents kick-starting a discussion with kids about nutrition. Written by former schoolteacher Lisa Woomer and just released by Outskirts Press... - June 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
CornerhousePR Opens Its Doors with Online Marketing, Publicity and Media Relations; Claremont, CA Based Company
CornerhousePR is based in Claremont, CA. Starting in summer, 2009, Cornerhouse will offer clients specialized attention in web publicity. - June 22, 2009 - CornerhousePR
Accelerate Your Success with 2-Day "Journey to the Stage" Seminar with Master Trainer and Life Coach David Wood
Sr. Vice President & Chief Training Officer of Isagenix Brings His Fully Interactive 2-Day Event, “Journey to the Stage” to Irvine, CA: July 10 and 11, 2009 - June 22, 2009 - David Wood Training
Outskirts Press Announces Turned, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fantasy - Series Book from El Cajon, CA Author Jenna Cooper
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Turned by Jenna Cooper, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Fantasy - Series category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $13.95. The... - June 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Altitude Marketing Celebrates Its 5th Birthday with Stunning Success
Altitude Marketing, the Lehigh Valley-based strategic marketing firm, blew out the candles on its 5th birthday this month. Altitude Marketing was started in 2004 by two marketing and publishing professionals with more than 30 years combined experience. The two entrepreneurs identified a market need... - June 22, 2009 - Altitude Marketing
BEAUTY Announces ‘Naturally You’ Contest
BEAUTY Magazine, the one-of-its- kind beauty and grooming magazine in the country, being published by Tech Plus Media, has announced its ‘Naturally You’ beauty contest for women across the country. The winner can win a beauty kit worth Rs 1lakh, and appear on the cover of the magazine. Check out the latest issue of BEAUTY for further details. - June 22, 2009 - TECHPLUS MEDIA PVT. LTD.
Young Author Brings New Perspective to Life After Death in Thrilling New Trilogy Until We Meet Again
Until We Meet Again is the debut novel of a young author whose complex and innovative novel belies her years. Stephanie Campbell’s fantasy novel, published by Outskirts Press, features a strong female protagonist, something that Campbell deliberately created for her female readers, as... - June 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Dennis Yu Attending SMX Singapore as Guest Speaker and Moderator, July 2nd-3rd
Mr. Yu, a frequent speaker on the international circuit, will be speaking on both days of SMX and moderating a panel. His first panel, titled "Performance Metrics For The Boss," will focus on the importance of actionable insight over simply generating meaningless reports. This session is based around the core focus of his company, Blitzlocal LLC, and his personal motto of metrics, analysis, action. - June 22, 2009 - Blitzlocal LLC
topseos Names Ikroh SEO as a Leading Organic Optimization Firm for the Month of June 2009
Ikroh SEO is identified as an outstanding organic optimization firm in the month of June 2009 by topseos. - June 22, 2009 - Ikroh SEO
A Real Catch: Author’s Fish Tale Hooks Coveted EVVY Award
Talk about reeling in a big one. “Red Sky Morning,” a gripping account of high-seas fishing from author Andrew J. Rafkin, has received a 2009 EVVY Literary Award. This prestigious honor recognizes the very best of self-published books, as bestowed by the Colorado Independent Publishers... - June 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
A Unique and Dramatic New Memoir, Adopting Alesia: My Crusade for My Russian Daughter
When single 40-something Dee Thompson's choir went to Russia, she never thought she would meet a little girl who would become her daughter. An energetic 11 year old blonde waif captured her heart, and she returned home determined to find a way to become a mother. Despite a job layoff, an uncaring boyfriend, a lack of money, an unsympathetic agency, and a host of other problems. Dee persevered, and eventually brought home a Russian adolescent. This is the story of that tumultuous journey. - June 21, 2009 - Dee Thompson
A Surge in Business at Stellar Concepts and Design Hints at the Ending Phase of Recession
Anthony Giudice, Stellar Concepts and Design president and founder credits this surge in their business to the recovery phase of recession. - June 21, 2009 - Stellar Concepts
ion interactive Launches Free Multi-Channel Marketing ROI Calculator
Online tool helps marketers find business opportunities by analyzing multi-channel online campaign revenue, expenses and optimization potential. - June 21, 2009 - ion interactive
ion interactive Announces Enhanced Features for LiveBall Post-Click Marketing Platform
Technical innovation further solidifies LiveBall platform’s industry-leading position in post-click marketing campaign management and optimization. - June 21, 2009 - ion interactive
We Do Web Content Launches New SEO & Online Marketing Website
New website will offer articles, blogs, and more for companies looking to create or improve their internet marketing strategy. - June 20, 2009 - We Do Web Content
Building Buzz Class Arms Entrepreneurs with Powerful Public Relations Tools
Urban Bliss Design + PR launches new five-part class series to help busy entrepreneurs and freelancers learn how to boost their business through media relations, community outreach, event promotions and more. - June 20, 2009 - Urban Bliss
Improve Marketing Results While Reducing Budget Spend - Uplift Marketing Seminars Show How to Improve Marketing ROI
Australian marketers can gain insights into their most responsive customers and those who boost marketing ROI by attending an Uplift Modelling Seminar in Sydney or Melbourne in early July. The seminar, presented by Portrait Software, will explain, in marketer’s language, the concept and real-life application of Uplift Modelling and how it can help Australian marketers achieve better return on marketing investment. - June 20, 2009 - Portrait Software