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Mystery Novel "The 11.05 Murders" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
The 11.05 Murders by Brian O'Hare chosen as Medalist Winner in the Mystery General category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. At the time of this press release The 11.05 Murders has 102 four and five star reviews on Amazon.com. Book Synopsis The... - September 20, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Romance Novel "Simply Irresistible" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Simply Irresistible: A Spruce Creek Romance by Sharon Burgess chosen as Medalist Winner in the Romance category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Kat Morelli, determined to escape the scrutiny of her parents, accepts a job as a... - September 20, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
New Book Introduces an Alternative Approach to Leadership
"If you want to lead in this hyper-complex world, the only viable means is through collaboration. Authors Charles Manz and Craig Pearce reveal exactly what it will take on your part. Their arguments are compelling. Their examples are powerful. Their guidance is critical. They'll open your eyes to fundamentally rethinking how you need to lead." - Jay A. Conger - September 19, 2017 - Maven House Press
Extreme Overflow Publishing Announces a New Book - His Masterpiece - A Woman's Guide to Reclaiming Her Christian Identity
Author Dominique Gardner is an educator who shares her passion to teach others to live boldly in the freedom of God. With this book, she is releasing her debut project. - September 19, 2017 - Extreme Overflow Enterprises, Inc
A Universal Message of Kindness in the Debut Children's Story "The Christmas Tree Nobody Wanted"
First time children's author Jerry Rosenstein brings to life a message of kindness, creativity and generosity with his story of Jeffrey and his father. - September 19, 2017 - Halo Publishing International
Michael Terence Publishing Announces, Author Karolina Robinson Wins Centre of Excellence Award 2017
Michael Terence Publishing is thrilled to announce that Author, Karolina Robinson has been awarded the Centre of Excellence Award 2017 for Outstanding Personal Achievement (Creative Writing). About Karolina Robinson’s Books Karolina has, to date, penned three successful works: Let There Be... - September 18, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
Michael Terence Publishing is Excited to Announce a New Novel, "Bobbyjac" by A.E. Snelling-Munro
This work is available in multiple formats: Paperback (324 pages) - ISBN 978-1549517648 Amazon Kindle eBook – ASIN B074W2S51B About "Bobbyjac" After a life of crime in the East End of London, Tommy Sands and Lenny Burns leave prison to enjoy the proceeds. Having purchased an... - September 18, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
First in the Series "Licensed to Steele" is a Wild Bank Heist Adventure from Beginning to End
Author Noland Mattocks wanted to create an entertaining story that held reader’s attention without getting too serious or bogged down by so many details that you lose site of the story. - September 18, 2017 - Halo Publishing International
Poetry Collection "Rain & Other Mellow Things" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Rain & Other Mellow Things" by Nisha Singh was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Poetry category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "Rain & Other Mellow Things" is a compilation of poetry and prose ranging... - September 18, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Coming of Age Novel "Confessions from the Pumpkin Patch" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Confessions from the Pumpkin Patch" by Karlyle Tomms chosen as Medalist Winner in the Coming of Age category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Growing up in a small Pennsylvania town, Lovella is an intelligent and... - September 18, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Spiritual Novel "Ripples Through Time" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Ripples Through Time" by Lincoln Cole chosen as Medalist Winner in the Religion / Spirituality category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Calvin Greenwood is a family man in his eighties. He is alone for the first time in... - September 18, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Award Winning Author Investigates Hair Loss in Compelling New Book "Hair Loss: Options for Restoration and Reversal"
Author Gustavo J. Gomez leaves not a single hair unturned in his latest epic non-fiction book “Hair Loss: Options for Restoration and Reversal.” The research involved in the three years it took to pen this comprehensive book is evident simply by perusing the Table of Contents. From the... - September 18, 2017 - Halo Publishing International
"A Distortion of Reality" by J. A. Pickett Recently Published
Publication Date: Tuesday 13th June 2017; Title: A Distortion of Reality by J. A. Pickett; A Distortion of Reality is a reality of a different kind. But whose reality? Yours? Mine? Ours? - September 17, 2017 - J. A. Pickett
Epic "Breaking Bad" Series Used as Sobriety Tool in Unique Self-Help Book
Indie author to self-publish eBook entitled "The (Breaking) Bad Path to Enlightenment & Sobriety," a sequel to his first self-help book. It's a compilation of the author's blog posts. Every episode of series is summarized and analyzed to illustrate the dangers of an overly powerful ego. - September 16, 2017 - Lee Eide's Books, Inc.
BHC Press and Sara Daniell Announce Multi-book Publishing Deal
BHC Press announced today they have signed a five-book publishing agreement with YA author Sara Daniell. "Falling In Reverse," a stand-alone novel in the Stockbridge series, is the first book to be released under the agreement with a 2018 publication date. This gritty and realistic teen... - September 16, 2017 - BHC Press
Mystery Romance Novel "Love's Child" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Love's Child by Lizzie Chantree chosen as Medalist Winner in the Mystery Romance category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Friendship, loyalty and deadly secrets. Jemima Trent is desperate to have a designer baby to keep up with her... - September 16, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Fantasy Novel "Eternal Bloodlines" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Eternal Bloodlines by JC Brennan chosen as Medalist Winner in the Fantasy category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Amanda is a small town girl. She lives in the home she grew up in though her parents have been dead for five years. - September 16, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
"Birthing Your Book…Even If You Don’t Know What It’s About" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence In Independent Publishing
Birthing Your Book…Even If You Don’t Know What It’s About by Mark David Gerson chosen as Medalist Winner in the Writing and Publishing category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis You have a book in you. It’s... - September 16, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Cary Tagawa, Adrianne Curry & Ice-T's Wife Coco Are Cast as New Super Heroes Based on the Comic Book, Gekido, by BeyondComics.TV Creator Graig Weich & B.Wilson
Ice-T's super model wife, Coco (Coco Austin), Adrianne Curry and Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa (Mortal Kombat) are now officially licensed for the 1st time as fully posable 1/6 scale 12" action figures with "real synthetic skin" (& 28 points of articulation with a steel skeleton inside), based on the comic book, Gekido. They are empowered new super heroes: www.BeyondComics.TV, created by celebrity artist of the stars Graig Weich (Poster Artist: Spawn #30) seen on TV's E!, Huff Post, AMC, HBO & 20/20 ABC. - September 15, 2017 - BeyondComics.TV
Cross Genre Novel "Second Chances" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Second Chances by Lincoln Cole chosen as Medalist Winner in the Cross Genre category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Nichole is caught in a tough position. She is juggling too many responsibilities as her world falls apart. She... - September 15, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
"Scooter Nation" by A.B. Funkhauser Wins New Apple E-Book Humor Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
'Scooter Nation' by A. B. Funkhauser chosen as Solo Medalist Winner in the Humor category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 15, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Contemporary Romance Novel "Olympian Passion" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Olympian Passion by Andrya Bailey chosen as Medalist Winner in the Contemporary Romance category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Olympian Passion is the first book in the Olympian trilogy, by romance author Andrya Bailey. It is the... - September 15, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
New Book Exposes Dark Side of Adoption History
Adoption activist and author Karen-Wilson Buterbaugh, Director of the Baby Scoop Era Research Initiative, documents the darkest corners of infant adoption in her new book "The Baby Scoop Era: Unwed Mothers, Infant Adoption and Forced Surrender." In her timely expose, Wilson-Buterbaugh... - September 14, 2017 - Baby Scoop Era Research Initiative
“The Girl Who Said Sorry”: Feminist Picture Book on the Gender Apology Gap
New feminist picture book, "The Girl Who Said Sorry," highlights the realities of the gender apology gap to young girls. Written in rhyme and accompanied by approachable illustrations, “The Girl Who Said Sorry” encourages developing girls to make personal choices without apology, and with self-esteem. - September 14, 2017 - Hayoung Terra Yim
Hungry Dictator Press Releases Scathing Graphic Novel "The Great Successor: Kim Jong-Un"
"The Great Successor" details the realities of the recent succession of Kim Jong-Un as leader of the DPRK. From propaganda engines to "trusted" news sources, many of us will never know what really goes on in the Dark Kingdom. "The Great Successor" provides a rare glimpse at the new face (and belly) of leadership in the North. - September 14, 2017 - Exile Press LLC
Children's Novel "Mud on Your Face" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
'Mud on your Face' written by Rachel McGrath and Illustrated by Mario Tereso, was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Children's category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Gus is a seven-year-old boy who comes from a very large family... - September 14, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Fiction Novel "NIRMALA: The Mud Blossom" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
NIRMALA: The Mud Blossom by Fiza Pathan chosen as Medalist Winner in the General Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis This story is about Nirmala the Mud Blossom, who had the misfortune to be born a female in Mumbai. - September 14, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
New Children’s Book About Boogers Poised to Reduce Germs, Save Desks and Sleeves
"Where a Booger Goes," Andrews’ first book (set for release by Black Swan Publishing, LLC on 10/21/2017), highlights inappropriate booger-disposal habits by several cartoon children before reaching the conclusion of where a booger truly belongs. The illustrated boogers in the book are full of character and personality, and manage to be disgusting and adorable at the same time. - September 13, 2017 - Black Swan Publishing, LLC
Short Story Collection "Lurking In The Shadows" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Lurking in the Shadows" chosen as Solo Medalist Winner in the Short Story Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 13, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Dystopian Novel "In Vitro Lottery" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"In Vitro Lottery" by Ed Ryder chosen as Medalist Winner in the Science-Fiction-Dystopian category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 13, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Steampunk Novel "I Will Breathe" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"I Will Breathe" by Regina Puckett chosen as Medalist Winner in the Steampunk category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 13, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
New 310-Page "Trump Impeachment Guide" Book Being Published
A new 310 page "Trump Impeachment Guide," complete with all that's needed to get Trump out, the full cast of characters bios, ways to drive him out, a look at his presidency and activist guides and more, will be released as a download on September 14 and soft cover on Sept. 21 from Streetcats / Celebrate Radio. - September 13, 2017 - Streetcats Foundation
"Old Hollywood - 1947" - Internationally Best Selling Cape Cod Author, Barbara Eppich Struna, Pens Her Third Suspenseful Historical Fiction, The Old Cape Hollywood Secret
The story begins in 1947. Maggie and her cousin, Gertie, travel from Cape Cod to Hollywood for fame and glamour. One returns home, the other disappears only to be found seventy years later by present day Cape Codder, Nancy Caldwell. The Old Cape Hollywood Secret recently received an Honorable Mention at The Hollywood Book Festival 2017 and is now available across all sales channels and bookstores. - September 12, 2017 - Barbara Eppich Struna
Horror Novel "Heuer Lost and Found" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Heuer Lost and Found by A. B. Funkhauser chosen as Medalist Winner in the Horror category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis “Heuer” as in “lawyer”: Heuer the Lawyer. Unrepentant cooze hound lawyer Jürgen... - September 12, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Non-Fiction Novel "Ghost in the Ranks" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Ghost in the Ranks: Forgotten Voices & Military Mental Health by Dr. John Whelan chosen as Medalist Winner in the Non-Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Operational Stress Injuries and Post-Traumatic Stress... - September 12, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Historical Fiction Novel "Forefathers & Founding Fathers" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Forefathers & Founding Fathers" by Michael Gorton chosen as Medalist Winner in the Historical Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 12, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Historical Fiction Memoir "Béla’s Letters" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Béla’s Letters" by Jeff Ingber was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Autobiography / Biography / Memoir category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "Béla’s Letters," a historical fiction... - September 11, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Psychological Suspense Novel "A Secondhand Life" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"A Secondhand Life" by Pamela Crane was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Psychological Thrillers category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis In a freak collision when she was twelve, Mia Germaine faced death and the loss of... - September 11, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Young Adult Novel "Courageous Footsteps: A WWII Novel" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Courageous Footsteps: A WWII Novel" by Diane Dettmann was chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult General Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Fifteen-year-old Yasu Sakamoto and her seventeen-year-old... - September 11, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Young Adult Horror Novel "Undertow: Death’s Twilight" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Undertow: Death’s Twilight by Claudette Melanson chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult Horror category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Tragedy seems to stalk Maura, and those around her, as she stumbles along, altering... - September 10, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Paranormal Novel "Vengeance" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Vengeance: Immortal Savior Book 1 by KK Gould chosen as Medalist Winner in the Romance-Paranormal category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Eliza North, an Immortal hybrid has been living a quiet life in Layton Michigan, but her... - September 10, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Adventure Novel "XODUS" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
XODUS: The Astralis Series, Book 1 by K.J. McPike chosen as Medalist Winner in the Action / Adventure category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis All Lali Yavari wanted for her sixteenth birthday was for her mom to come back. Instead,... - September 10, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Kickstarter Campaign - The Velveteen Rabbit - A New Adaptation for Today’s Kids
"The Velveteen Rabbit - a New Adaptation for Today’s Kids” launches today on Kickstarter. It features engaging new text, vibrant drawings, and a commitment to the spirit of the original. The project’s goal is to raise $4000, primarily for new illustrations. According to Leviathan's Creative Director, John Jimerson, the new book "keeps the depth, vibrant plot, and inventive characters of the original, while transforming into a story that modern kids will love to read and have read to them." - September 09, 2017 - Leviathan, LLC
True Crime Author RJ Parker Releases New Book
"ABDUCTION: The Minivan Murders" is a horrific account of serial killer couple James Daveggio and Michelle Michaud. Available today in hardcopy. - September 08, 2017 - RJ Parker Publishing, Inc.
Stellar Scholars Proves to be the Mothers of Invention Again with Love and Baseball "StoryTubes" Live Reads on YouTube
The non-profit academic collective of creative professionals who invented Wild Golf are back at it again with live-reads of their one- to five-minute stories of romance and baseball called "StoryTubes." Visitors can now listen as they follow the popular tales about the world's two... - September 06, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Children’s Book Series on Emotions Earns Mom’s Choice Award
The phazelFOZ Company, LLC is honored to announce that The I Feel… Children’s Book Series has earned the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award®. Having been rigorously evaluated by a panel of MCA evaluators, The I Feel… series is deemed to be among the best products / services for families. - September 06, 2017 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
Book Explains the Roots of Corruption
New book by Emanuel Dimas de Melo Pimenta. - September 06, 2017 - Emanuel Dimas de Melo Pimenta Associated Architects
Clifton L. West III Shares His Extraordinary Life in Inspirational New Memoir
A church deacon and former MIT coach and assistant professor shares his life’s journey and faith in a new book released by Dog Ear Publishing. - September 05, 2017 - Dog Ear Publishing
Michael Terence Publishing Announce Pride Be Damned a New Novel by Ellen Boyd
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce a new novel, Pride be Damned by Ellen Boyd. This work is available from September 4, 2017, in multiple formats: Paperback (252 pages) - ISBN 9781549647949; Also available as an Amazon Kindle eBook. - September 04, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
Vegan Chef Promotes New Cookbook on Nationwide Tour; Sampling Vegan Recipes in Upscale Specialty Stores
Chef Bev Kumari puts a meatless spin on the Italian classic Bolognese from a recipe in her new cookbook: "Nouveau V The New Renaissance of Vegan and Vegetarian Cuisine." - September 03, 2017 - Nouveau Vanguard