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Sixth Volume of Stories in the Series - "Relationships 6" is Now Available from Dreaming Big Publications
Written by bestselling author, Anthony Piers and published by Dreaming Big Publications. This is a collection of short stories and a brief essay. - May 15, 2018 - Dreaming Big Publications
Scientific Discoveries Redefine Werewolves in New Contemporary Fantasy Novel by L. E. Perry
"Fatal Moon," the debut novel by L. E. Perry, published in April 2018 by pioneering digital publisher, Free-eBooks.net is now available through Amazon.com and Google Play Books. - May 14, 2018 - Moonphase Books
Halo Publishing International Publishes "A Curious Year in the Great Vivarium Experiment"
What happens when you surrender and trust? This is the question central to Tim Shields’ first novel, "A Curious Year in the Great Vivarium Experiment." On the morning of his thirty-sixth birthday, Thomas Furey finds himself alone and jobless. Devastated by the recent loss of his... - May 14, 2018 - Halo Publishing International
Michael Terence Publishing is Excited to Announce the Release of "The Geographer - the Descent Into Madness" - a True-Life Work by Ad Gridley
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce the release of "The Geographer - The Descent Into Madness" - a true-life work by Ad Gridley - set to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week, May 14-20, 2018 - May 14, 2018 - Michael Terence Publishing
Inspired Living Publishing Author Patricia Young is on a Mission to Inspire Women to Break Free of Their Limiting Beliefs so They Can Live Their Best Lives
Midlife women are saying enough is enough to playing it safe and small in their lives and for settling for less than they deserve. They are waking up and breaking free of what’s holding them back from living authentically. - May 12, 2018 - Inspired Living Publishing, LLC.
A Brown Man in Russia Describes the Fantastical Travels of a Young, Colored American Traveler as He Backpacks Across Russia in the Middle of Winter via the Trans-Siberian
Summary: A Brown Man in Russia is a hybrid between the curmudgeonly travelogues of Paul Theroux and the philosophical works of Robert Pirsig. Styled in the vein of Hofstadter, the author lays out a series of absurd, but true stories followed by a deeper rumination on what they mean and why they... - May 12, 2018 - Glagoslav Publications
There is No Outside the Arcane Cage
In the tradition of Jean d'Ormesson's "Glory of the Empire," the latest work by historian, Joseph H. Wycoff PhD, introduces readers to the magical "empire for liberty" that raised humankind from its preternatural state of captivity and spawned a thousand civilizations. In a... - May 11, 2018 - Historia|Research
Author Umm Juwayriyah Releases First Muslim Fiction App Through #MuslimGirlsRead Media
Indigenous American Muslim educator, business owner, creator of Urban Muslim Fiction, releases a #MuslimFiction Google App. - May 11, 2018 - Maryam Sullivan
Michael Terence Publishing Announces the Release of "11 Stories On The Go" by Sandra Turner
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce the release of "11 Stories On The Go" - a short story compilation by Sandra Turner. - May 11, 2018 - Michael Terence Publishing
Michael Terence Publishing Announces the Release of "The Fiddle" by Natalie Cumming
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce the release of "The Fiddle" - a true story by Natalie Cumming. "The Fiddle" is a true story, tracing a precious violin across landscapes devastated by war and terror, to safety and restoration in 21st century Britain. Abraham... - May 11, 2018 - Michael Terence Publishing
A Retelling of 19th Century Sauk Land Dispossession & Scott County Settlement
918studio Press to release 5th anniversary edition of "Her Kind" a novel - May 10, 2018 - 918studio press
Harrison House Publishing Announces the Release of "Seventy Years of Blackness" by Verda Byrd
As you read through this heart-warming and thought-provoking story you will get an understanding of the feeling being born white, adopted and raised by a Negro (term used on the birth record) couple and at age 70 find out you are really white. Having spent seventy years as a Negro, Verda thought, "I have been in Seventy Years of Blackness." - May 08, 2018 - Harrison House Publishing
Demand for Research Puts Two Nations at Brink of War in Donald P. Robin’s New Thriller
Donald P. Robin’s new thriller, sequel to the 2013 novel “Libator,” features the attempted rescue of 50 kidnapped children taken by a nation that will stop at nothing to attain secret laboratory research. Dog Ear Publishing has released this latest work. - May 07, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
London Jamaican Writer Leone Ross Shortlisted for Saboteur Award
Celebrated Scottish-Jamaican writer Leone Ross, who is Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at Roehampton University in London, nominated for the 2018 Saboteur Award for The Best Short Story Collection. - May 04, 2018 - Peepal Tree Press
The Finished Vol 3 of The Unfinished Book Series by Jonathan Myers Slated to be Released on Amazon Books in August 2018
Being a unconventional author, Jonathan Myers is announcing what Vol 3 is about, along with the powerful message it has. As Dean Jacobs deals with the aftermath of The Finishing he is given one last mission of redemption. - May 03, 2018 - Author Jonathan Myers
Brownstone Poets Presents Four Excellent Poets at Park Plaza Restaurant, Sat, 5/26 at 2:30 p.m.
Brownstone Poets Presents: Cheryl Boyce-Taylor Angela Lockhart Aronoff Cynthia Manick Yuyutsu RD Sharma Saturday, May 26 at 2:30 p.m. @ Park Plaza Restaurant 220 Cadman Plaza West near Clark St.and Pineapple Walk Brooklyn, NY 11201 718 - 596 - 5900 Subways: Take the A or C to High Street, 2... - May 03, 2018 - The Brownstone Poets
New Humorous Book on Healthy Living – Just 19 Years in the Making
Love food but hate your weight? Find inspiration from a woman who persevered through nineteen years of negative body image and diet setbacks, but kept her sense of humor and came out on top. - May 02, 2018 - GreenEarth Organic Facials
Schoolhouse Rock Meets Hip-Hop: Grammy Nominated Rap-Producer Rekindles the Legacy of Bob Dorough
Just as Bob Dorough passed away this week, his “I’m Just a Bill” received another few decades of life thanks to Multi-Platinum, Grammy Nominated Producer Kevin “Khao” Cates who has written a sequel to “I’m Just a Bill” in the catchy Hip-Hop style from... - May 01, 2018 - Kevin “Khao” Cates
Katherine J. Batsis Named Strathmore’s Who’s Who Professional of the Year
Katherine J. Batsis, of Greenfield, Massachusetts, has recently been honored as a Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2018 Professional of the Year for her outstanding accomplishments in Literary Arts. - May 01, 2018 - Strathmore Who's Who
New Novel "Pharafaneelya" Provides Glimpse Into Special Soul Asylum
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book that provides positive messages despite dark overtones in the stories within, even as it aims to keep readers captivated by the twists at the end of each chapter. - May 01, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Hollywood Tutor Presents After 9 Years and 22 Countries American English is Ready
A gofundme campaign designed to help people reduce their accent as they learn American English. - May 01, 2018 - Mitch Rubman
Historical Novel Spins Intriguing Tale at Start of Industrial Revolution
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book set during the 1876 International Centennial Exhibition. History mingles with a thrilling story of social and political intrigue, diplomacy, romance and crime in this new novel. - May 01, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Golden State Killer "Sudden Terror" by Retired Det. Larry Crompton
Retired Contra Costa County, California Sheriff's Lieutenant Larry Crompton’s hunt for the Golden State Killer in his book “Sudden Terror,” detailing the crimes of California’s most prolific serial offender. - April 30, 2018 - Sudden Terror
Michael Terence Publishing Announce the Release of "The LightBringer" by J.F. Pogioli
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce the release of "The LightBringer" - a new family novel by J.F. Pogioli. - April 29, 2018 - Michael Terence Publishing
Author to Bring Endometriosis Awareness & Education Home at Local Book Signing
Center for Endometriosis Care Staff to join Author Samantha Bowick, MPH at Hometown Book Signing for “Living with Endometriosis” - April 27, 2018 - Center for Endometriosis Care
Education Guidebook "Engaging College Students" Wins Medalist Honors in New Apple Independent Book Awards
"Engaging College Students" by Mike Kowis, Esq. was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Education category of the New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - April 27, 2018 - New Apple Literary Services
Parenting Guide "How to Advocate Successfully for Your Child" Wins Medalist Honors in New Apple Independent Book Awards
"How to Advocate Successfully for Your Child" by Greer M. Gurland, Esq. chosen as Medalist Winner in the Parenting category of the New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - April 27, 2018 - New Apple Literary Services
Psychological Suspense Novel "Junction" Wins Medalist Honors in New Apple Independent Book Awards
"Junction" by Cody Schlegel was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Psychological Suspense category of the New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Joey Sheeks is the biggest drug dealer in Junction, Iowa—not much of a claim given the town’s... - April 27, 2018 - New Apple Literary Services
Author AJ Basinski Releases Third Book in His Lieutenant Morales Mystery Series - "The China Connection"
Author AJ Basinski is pleased to announce the release of the third book in his Lieutenant Morales Mystery series, "The China Connection." Book one, "Dead in the Water" (ISBN: 978-1503270725) was released in February 2015 and book two, "A Reservation for Murder" (ISBN: 978-1523863907) was released in July 2016. - April 27, 2018 - AJ Basinski
Publication of "VILLISCA Axe Murders REVISITED" Announced by BMG
The centennial edition of the popular book, "Morning Ran Red," has now been released. This is a nonfiction novel about the infamous 1912 Villisca, Iowa axe murders, the nation's enduring unsolved mystery. - April 26, 2018 - BMG
The Long Awaited Ace Stone Crime Fiction Adventure Series by Acclaimed Author Nicholas A. Price Has Been Released for 2018
Based on a true story, Price takes readers on a thrilling rollercoaster ride through the world of high-finance and the dark underbelly of the international criminal underworld. Filled with hard-boiled, fast-paced, gritty action, the novels are full of surprisingly powerful twists, turns and cliff-hangers. This series is sure to garner the interest of the motion picture industry. - April 25, 2018 - Tough Tribe Publishing Group
Author Laura Daleo and Story Bound Publishing Release New Dark Vampire Fantasy – "The Vampire Within"
Author Laura Daleo and Story Bound Publishing are pleased to announce the release of her new dark vampire fantasy, "The Vampire Within." This is the third book in her Immortal Kiss Series. Book one is "Immortal Kiss" (ISBN: 978-0997846126) and book two is "Bound By Blood" (ISBN: 978-0997846140). - April 25, 2018 - Laura Daleo
An English Translation of a Black-Listed Writer in Turkmenistan to be Published by Glagoslav
Summary: This book features people from one of the most closed countries of today's world, where the passage of time resembles the passage of a caravan through the waterless desert. This world has been recreated by a true-born son of that mysterious country, a Turkmen who, at the will of fate, has... - April 25, 2018 - Glagoslav Publications
Empowering Moms Everywhere "Being Happy Raising Happy"
Award winning book, "Being Happy, Raising Happy: The Empowered Mom’s Guide to Helping Her Spirited Child Bloom," by Maureen Lake, helps families design a wellness program that fits their lifestyle. It helps readers take the first step towards the start of their new journey by handing them the tools to revitalize their mind, body, and spirit. - April 24, 2018 - Maureen Lake, LLC
Expanded eBook Edition of Author Lee Baldwin’s Cyber Fantasy, "Next History" - Free Until May 18
Surprises and twists from this seasoned author of mystery and speculative fiction. Free Bonus edition features extended excerpts of his other novels. - April 24, 2018 - Baldwin-Books.com
May 1, 2018, Book Launch - "The Soulstealer War" Fantasy and Sci-fi Series
"The Splintering Realm," the next epic Fantasy and Sci-Fi installment in "The Soulstealer War" novels is finally available. Author W.L. Hoffman continues the adventures of his reluctant wizard - Kenneth McNary - across the magical Realm of Weir. The Book Launch and Livestream... - April 24, 2018 - Hoffman Creations, Inc.
Hawaiian Poetry Collection Pushes Beyond the Natural Setting
Eric Paul Shaffer’s Even Further West Released by Unsolicited Press. - April 24, 2018 - Unsolicited Press
Robert Andrews, Houston’s Sports Performance Coach, Launches "Champion’s Mental Edge – Turning Winners Into Champions"
The Founder & Director of The Institute of Sports Performance, releases new book with insights into how athletes reach peak performance and stay there consistently. - April 23, 2018 - Robert Andrews
Alan Roger Currie Named Best Dating Coach for Men on YouTube
Author and Professional Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie recently earned three awards sponsored by NegroManosphere.com for the 2017 calendar year including Best Dating Coach for Men on YouTube, Best Black Male YouTube Personality, and the website's 2017 Columnist of the Year. NegroManosphere.com, a website dedicated to serving the needs of heterosexual Black men both in the United States and internationally, began providing self-help oriented articles for their readers in December 2016. - April 23, 2018 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Award Winning Author Owen Parr Releases New Crime Mystery Novel - "The Case of the Antiquities Collector"
Award winning author Owen Parr is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the fourth book in his Joey Mancuso, Father O'Brian Crime Mystery series, "The Case of the Antiquities Collector." Book one, "A Murder On Wall Street" (ISBN: 978-1542693240) was released in January 2017. Book two, "A Murder on Long Island" (ISBN: 978-1546726012) was released in May 2017. Book three, "The Manhattan Red Ribbon Killer" (ISBN: 978-1979273800) was released in November 2017. - April 23, 2018 - Owen Parr
Author T.L. Ashton and Dryads Green Associates, Inc. Release New Women’s Literary Novel - "The Madonna Model"
Author T.L. Ashton is pleased to announce the release of the new women’s literary novel, "The Madonna Model." Released by Dryads Green Associates, Inc. April 5, 2018, the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers. - April 23, 2018 - T.L. Ashton
Writer and Musician Jennifer Juan Announces the Release of New Poetry Collection, "Kissing Boys, Just For The Thrill"
Writer and musician Jennifer Juan has announced the upcoming release of her fourth printed poetry collection "Kissing Boys, Just For The Thrill," following the success of her 2017 release "Home Wrecker." It will be available to purchase on May 11th, 2018 worldwide. - April 23, 2018 - Jennifer Juan
Moon Willow Press Announces "Code Blue" by Marissa Slaven
"Code Blue": a YA mystery novel set in a climate-changed world. - April 21, 2018 - Moon Willow Press
Adventure Novel, "Escape from Netherworld" Wins Medalist Honors in New Apple Independent Book Awards
"Escape from Netherworld" by David Kuklis was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Action Adventure category of the New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "Escape from Netherworld," a thrilling tale of a group of friends whose simulated war... - April 21, 2018 - New Apple Literary Services
Science-Fiction Novel "Hegira" Wins Medalist Honors in New Apple Independent Book Awards
"Hegira" by Jim Cronin was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Science-Fiction category of the New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis His home world is dead; the victim of a supernova, but this does not stop Karm from attempting to save the Brin, his... - April 21, 2018 - New Apple Literary Services
Durham North Carolina, Martial Artist, and Author Jessie Bowen Inducted Into Martial Arts Masters Hall of Fame
Durham, North Carolina, on April 7, 2018, Jessie Bowen was honored at the Kung Fu & Karate Expo 12 & Masters of Martial Arts Awards Ceremony at the Golden Nugget Resort in Atlantic City New Jersey for his contributions to the martial arts. The Kung Fu & Karate Expo 12 is the annual... - April 20, 2018 - Jessie Bowen
The Highly Anticipated Epic Fantasy – "Be Careful What You Joust For" by Ivy Smoak and Ryan Hauge - Hit the Shelves
An Amazon Fantasy New Release Best Seller – "Be Careful What You Joust For" weaves a tale of mystery and intrigue. By husband and wife writing duo – Ryan Hauge & Ivy Smoak. - April 20, 2018 - Ivy Smoak Publishing
"Cade’s Rebellion" Earns Dog Ear Publishing Literary Award
Turf wars, blood money, personal redemption, betrayal and a clash of visions for the future of America’s cities star in a new book by Edward Sheehy. “Cade’s Rebellion” which deals with controversial issues in a gritty urban setting, has earned a Dog Ear Publishing Award of Literary Excellence. - April 20, 2018 - Dog Ear Publishing
Mascot Books Has Announced the Debut Children's Book from Local Raleigh Author, Kristin Lacy-Locklear Greene
Mascot Books announces the release of "The Ogurt Shop" by Kristin LL Greene. - April 18, 2018 - Kristin Greene, Author The Ogurt Shop
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New Edition of G.W. Mullins Gay Novel, "Time After Time A Gay Paranormal Love Story"
G.W. Mullins author of the best-selling novel "Jason And Alexander - A Gay Paranormal Romance Story” returns with a new gay novel release that sends you on a suspenseful thrilling roller-coaster ride. - April 18, 2018 - Light Of The Moon Publishing