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ESD Cloud Media Kindle Book Promotion
ESD Cloud Media would like to announce its Amazon Kindle book promotion. - December 16, 2016 - ESD Cloud Media
Bulgarian Award-Winning Children’s Author Radostina Nikolova Gives a Brand New Story to Her Readers as a Christmas Present
Christmas VUnders in the World of the Motts is a tale featuring few main characters from all of her books - the motts Pagu and Mux, the Hugging monster, and the one-antlered deer Vundabah. But that’s not all. The online version of the story can be downloaded completely free of charge on Goodreads. - December 16, 2016 - Motove
"Activation" Wins 2016 Henri Christian Literary Award for Non-Fiction
"Activation: A Story of God's Transforming Power" wins 2016 Henri Christian Literary Award for Non-Fiction Category. "Activation" was written by Adam Gellert and published by Burkhart Books, in partnership with Pulon Press of Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas. - December 14, 2016 - Adam Gellert
From Thunderfoot Press: Murder, Corruption and the Unthinkable in the 1950s Heartland Suddenly Resonate Today
Chapel Hill, NC, publishing house releases its premiere title, "Midland Club" by Mark Spano. - December 14, 2016 - Thunderfoot Press
New Children’s Book Helps Comfort When Mommies Hop Off on a Business Trip
Kangaroo kids Savannah is concerned that her little brother Cecil is acting differently. He misses their mom, who is away on business. Can GrandRoo help Savannah make Cecil feel better while they wait for their mom to hop back home to her loving family? Enjoy this first book in The World Is Ours books series, which is written by international best selling author Dr. Shellie Hipsky and illustrated by her 9-year-old daughter, Alyssa Nevin Hipsky. http://amzn.to/2hiHQtL - December 13, 2016 - Inspiring Lives International
"The Accelerating World: Speed vs. Control" is Out
"The Accelerating World: Speed vs. Control" has just been released and is available on Amazon http://amzn.to/2h7zO7P. This can be a very interesting read and a great Christmas gift. Have you noticed the world accelerating around you? Do you feel excited, interested, curious, surprised,... - December 12, 2016 - The Accelerating World: Speed vs. Control
Author Lena North and FAB Publishing Announce Upcoming Release of New YA Paranormal Romance Novel, "Wilder"
Author Lena North and FAB Publishing are pleased to announce the upcoming release of their new young adult paranormal romance novel, "Wilder." Scheduled for release on December 14, 2016, this is the first book in the Birds of a Feather series. - December 10, 2016 - Lena North
Author Terry Tumbler Promotes His Science Fiction Novel, "The Sightseers Agency"
Author Terry Tumbler is pleased to promote his science fiction novel, "The Sightseers Agency." Published in August 2016 by Sombrella, the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers. - December 10, 2016 - Terry Tumbler
Author Fiola Faelan Promotes Her Contemporary Romance Novel, "Holiday Hearts Awakening"
Author Fiola Faelan is pleased to announce the promotion of her contemporary romance novel, "Holiday Hearts Awakening" just in time for the holiday season. - December 10, 2016 - Fiola Faelen
Author Evelyn Lederman Proudly Promotes Her YA Sci-fi Novel Selected, "The Zaratan Trilogy, Book One"
Author Evelyn Lederman is pleased to announce the promotion of her YA sci-fi novel, "Selected." This is the first book in The Zaratan Trilogy. - December 10, 2016 - Evelyn Lederman
Fantasy Chapter Book Written for Children by an Author Their Age
Twelve-year-old Hannah Hoffman couldn't stop smiling this September as she flipped through the first installment of her new chapter book series - "The Pathway to Dragons: The Portal to Pyranis." Between writing, editing, working with an illustrator and publishing the book, it has taken... - December 09, 2016 - Hoffman Creations, Inc.
riverrun Quark Announces Imprending Release of Telos and Other Psychographs
The upcoming release of book of poetry called "Telos and Other Psychographs" by author Euphrates Moss. All relevant information included and images provided. - December 09, 2016 - Euphrates Moss
Mayor Kenney Helps Fund for the School District Relaunch Campaign for Right Books; Vanguard Capital for Kids Program Gifts $250,000 to the Literacy Campaign
Philadelphia Mayor and Vanguard Capital raise money for Philly Public Schools' Right Books Campaign. Vanguard donates $250,000 to early literacy campaign to get K-3 students reading on grade level by 4th grade. - December 09, 2016 - The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia
The Novel "Girls, be Good" by a Serbian Author, Bojan Babić, is to be the First Serbian Book in Translation Into English in Glagoslav’s Publishing Portfolio
Summary: "Girls, be good" is an omnibus novel that consists of twenty short stories connected by a single framing narrative: just after the fall of the Berlin wall, foreign investors feel good about the investment climate in Eastern Europe and decide to open a huge toy factory in... - December 09, 2016 - Glagoslav Publications
Local Writer to Release Story Collection
Local author and creative writing teacher, John Gorman of Long Island City, will release his first story collection “Something Like Bliss” on Jan. 29th, 2017 as part of his self-funded, grassroots publishing campaign. He is planning a special reading/lunch party for his release at a nearby establishment in the greater metropolitan area. - December 08, 2016 - John Gorman
How to Deal with Political Stress This Holiday Season
Jan Bidwell interview: "Mediation for Stress" on Dr. Mara Karpel’s WYOU Blog Talk Radio show, Your Golden Years on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016 at 5:00PM/CST. - December 07, 2016 - Jan Bidwell
Brownstone Poets Presents Tina Chan, Linda Kleinbub, James McMenamin, and Susan Weiman at Park Plaza Restaurant on Sat., Jan. 7, 2017
Brownstone Poets presents the third Queens Spectacular with poets Tina Chan, Linda Kleinbub, James McMenamin, and Susan Weiman on Saturday, January 7, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in historic Brooklyn Heights. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and there's an open mic as... - December 07, 2016 - The Brownstone Poets
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New G.W. Mullins Folklore 2nd Edition Hardback Book “The Best Native American Myths, Legends And Folklore Vol. 2”
G.W. Mullins, author of the best-selling series “Walking With Spirits” and “The Native American Story Book” returns with “The Best Native American Myths, Legends And Folklore Vol. 2.” - December 07, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases 2nd Edition Hardback "The Native American Story Book Volume Four - Stories Of The American Indians For Children"
G.W. Mullins, author of the best-selling series “Walking With Spirits - Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore Volumes 1-6,” follows up his highly successful "The Native American Story Book - Stories Of The American Indians For Children" book release with a fourth volume. - December 07, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Little Brown Girl Helps Father Figures Send an Empowering Message to the Young Girls in Their Lives
Beginning as a poem penned on a napkin, Little Brown Girl has grown into a full-blown children's book project. The inspiration for this project came directly from the birth of Brian Lawrence's daughter Nile. He knew he would read to his daughter, and wanted the first words he read to her to set the... - December 06, 2016 - Little Brown Girl Book
Announcing the Release of Gazore! by Will Hallewell
EMSA Publishing is proud to announce the December 5, 2016 release of Gazore!, a contemporary fantasy adventure with creatures, humor and verse. - December 06, 2016 - EMSA Publishing
New Release: “Rock, Scissors, Paper: The Clifford Olson Murders” from Dreaming Big Publications
This collection of poetry written by Richard Stevenson examines the mind and motives of Clifford Olson, one of British Columbia’s most infamous serial killers, and gives a voice to the children he murdered. - December 06, 2016 - Dreaming Big Publications
Halo Publishing International Publishes "Mindfulness of Nature" - a Dose of Encouragement and Beauty Support Positive Mental Health
In the first in a series of books supporting the benefits of affirmation, author Jo Ann Petrucci Andrews offers a collection of beautiful landscape images combined with words of positive support. - December 04, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
"Acorn Gert and BrotherBert" is a Delightful Tale of Uncovering Our Potential in Life
Meet Acorn Gert, a delightful, energetic acorn who loves her brother Bert and their life under a great oak tree. Gert and Bert are happy frolicking in the leaves until their friend, the wise owl, lets them in on a secret. They have more potential and will offer more in life than just two sweet... - December 04, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases G.W. Mullins - C.L. Hause Folklore Paperback Book "The Best Native American Stories For Children"
G.W. Mullins, author of the best-selling series “Walking With Spirits - Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore Volumes 1-6,” and "The Native American Story Book - Stories Of The American Indians For Children Volumes 1-5” is back with a new story collection for children. "The Best Native American Stories For Children" features new stories which have been selected for young readers while presenting children with a chance to explore Native American history. - December 04, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New G.W. Mullins Native American 2nd Edition Hardback Book - Cherokee A Collection of American Indian Legends, Stories and Fables
Light Of The Moon Publishing has released the 2nd edition hardback of Author G.W. Mullins book exploring the world of Cherokee myth and legends. With a wide range of information contained within 240 pages in 6x9 format, "Cherokee A Collection of American Indian Legends, Stories and Fables," presents an indispensable guide to entering the world of Cherokee Folklore. - December 04, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
New Children’s Book, “Mak the Kraken” Released This Week Written by London J. Maddison, Illustrated by Nick McCarthy
London J. Maddison and Nick McCarthy have created a new children's book released this week. "Mak the Kraken" is a heartwarming tale of a young sea creature from the undiscovered depths of the ocean. It is a story of persistence, accepting those who are different and achieving goals woven through a theme focused on conservation of the ocean's resources. Enjoyed by ages preschool through third grade. Available to order on Lulu.com as of December 1, 2016. - December 03, 2016 - London J. Maddison
New Book Explores Coming-of-Age in 1980s Comedy Club
The author of "Miserable Holiday Stories" tells a true, coming-of-age story set in the breakneck world of 1980s stand-up comedy. - December 03, 2016 - Prom on Mars
Halo Publishing International Publishes "Racing the Flame"
"If you have ever dreamed of being a cowboy/cowgirl on a Montana ranch, 'Racing the Flame' will transport you out west and take you for the ride of your life. Set during a drought-stricken summer in Montana on a cattle ranch, readers will meet the Landers family, a tightknit Christian family... - December 03, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
Attorney and Former Law Enforcement Officer Lance LoRusso Debuts New Book, "Blue News"
LoRusso, Author of "When Cops Kill" and "Peacemaking" Offers Insight in "Blue News" on What Happens When Law Enforcement and the News Media Interact - December 03, 2016 - Lance LoRusso Books
Brooklyn Author and Abuse Survivor Releases New Book "Today I See the Sunrise: Daily Meditations for Survivors of Torture and Abuse"
Julie A. Cipolla, a Brooklyn author, inspirational writer and abuse survivor, releases her first book of daily meditations for survivors, “Today I See the Sunrise,” based on what she has learned about how to heal from the legacies of torture and abuse. With the Winter holidays... - December 02, 2016 - Julie Cipolla
Dale Martellino Publishes New Novel, "Precious Jewels"
Dale Martellino blends history, suspense, and romance in this intricate tale. She addresses the Christian, Jewish, and Muslim European communities and modern issues of identity and devotion. The horrors of the Holocaust have left scars that will never be forgotten, but we should also celebrate the heroes who stood up to genocide and tyranny. - December 02, 2016 - Dale Martellino
Long-Awaited Release of Fourth Book in Kaye Giuliani's Best-Selling "Corn Maze" Series
The holidays are here again, and the gifts of choice for many discerning parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles will be anything that sparks the imagination and enlarges the mind. Now, just in time to fill the needs of readers of all ages, the author of “The Corn Maze” series, Kaye... - November 30, 2016 - Brigand Books
First Deaf Player in NBA History TEDx Talk Goes Viral
Lance Allred’s journey to the TEDx stage is anything but ordinary. He was raised in a polygamous family in rural Montana, made history when he became the NBA’s first deaf player, is a best selling author and just checked off another NBA first by becoming the only player to ever deliver a TEDx talk. - November 30, 2016 - Nudge Notify Marketing
Barbara McGuire Honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Barbara McGuire of Riverton, Wyoming has been honored as a Lifetime Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of creative writing. About Barbara McGuire Ms. McGuire is an Author who writes books,... - November 30, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
"Feel Good, Look Good For Life" Written by Wellness Expert Angela Gaffney Released on November 29, 2016
"It’s time we quit counting calories, crush the crazy 7-day cleanses and do away with the 30-day diets. Achieving health does not have to be this difficult." - Angela Gaffney There is a problem with how we’ve been trained to think about health; that it takes great sacrifice,... - November 30, 2016 - Angela Gaffney
Moving Story About Vietnam War’s Impact on Family Earns Dog Ear Publishing Award
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book that provides a compelling look at a family directly affected by the war in Vietnam and their struggle to escape. The book earned the Dog Ear Publishing Award of Literary Excellence. - November 30, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Has Released a 2nd Edition Hardback of Mullins Book "The Native American Story Book Volume 3 - Stories Of The American Indians For Children"
Author G.W. Mullins releases the third book in "The Native American Story Book - Stories Of The American Indians For Children" with a hardback revised 2nd edition. This new volume features new stories which are selected for young readers while presenting children with a chance to explore Native American history. Contained within this 180 page hardback in 6x9 format, Mullins brings history to life along with original art by award winning artist C.L. Hause. - November 30, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New 2nd Edition Paperback Version of Author G.W. Mullins and Artist C.L. Hause’s Native American Title "Walking With Spirits"
Light Of The Moon Publishing and author G.W. Mullins have released volume one of the five part series which boasts an impressive look into a vast collection of native tribes with a huge collection of original art by award winning artist C.L. Hause. With a wide range of information contained within 265 page paperback, "Walking With Spirits Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore," presents an indispensable guide to the world of Native American history. - November 30, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
"The Yellow Star" by Aaron Seth, Speaks to a Young Audience. He Writes About Life During the Holocaust. What is Life Worth, When Nothing is Left?
"The Yellow Star" depicts a story of two young boys, no more than twelve of different religious backgrounds learning to appreciate what is left of their life during the Nazi regime in Germany. Illustrator, Illana Barran is also author and illustrator of "The Survival Of The Gingerbread Girl - A Lullaby." - November 29, 2016 - Illana Barran
Local Author Of Omari and the People Wins Prestigious Audiobook Award
Local best-selling novelist Stephen Whitfield learned today that the audiobook version of Omari and the People has won the prestigious Audiofile Magazine Earphones Award for fiction. "This is such a wonderful surprise and honor!" he said when he received the email from Audiofile... - November 29, 2016 - ShirleyCastle.com
Brenda Cooper Wins Second Endeavour Award
eSpec Books Author and Futurist Brenda Cooper received the 2016 Endeavour Award for her novel Edge of Dark, a science fiction novel about mankind coming face to face with its past mistakes, as a near-AI that was banished to the edge of known space finds its way home again. The book is the first... - November 29, 2016 - eSpec Books
Ed Stauffer’s New Novel Features Intense Portrayal of Struggle Between Good, Evil
Dog Ear Publishing’s latest book shares the story of Hellerman, an agent of hell whose devotion to his duty is wavering after millennia of service. - November 29, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
Poets' Choice Publishing and the William Meredith Foundation Announce the Publication of Master Poet Martin Galvin’s New and Selected Poems, A WAY to HOME
A WAY to HOME brings together selections from previous volumes as well as a large group of major new poems by an award-winning poet of great stature. Ryan Bongers contributes his art to enhance and celebrate the poet's work. - November 28, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation
LAW Gallery of the Liberalism Art World from the Artist An Idiot Opens in St. Moritz
LAW Gallery of the Liberalism Art World is now opening as an additional component of the Liberalism Art World of the anonymous artist An Idiot. The opening of this gallery will take place on December 1, 2016. - November 27, 2016 - Museum of Liberalism Art
Thirst for Revenge Takes Center Stage in Latest Shel Weinstein Masterpiece
In his latest book in the series starring Henry Fox, author Shel Weinstein serves up a tale of revenge following a murder. Dog Ear Publishing reviews this new thriller set in Las Vegas and Chicago. - November 26, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
"Goodbye, Emma" Helps Children Relate to Hardships Their Peers, Children Refugees, Face When Fleeing War, Leaving Behind Memories, Toys, Pets...
It is hard to imagine tough choices children refugees face when forced to leave their homes and memories behind. Young protagonist in "Goodbye, Emma" has to decide how many of his favourite toys, books, board games, and family pictures he could fit in his only suitcase. But leaving his beloved pet dog Emma behind is one of the hardest things to do. Struggling with the idea of introducing the topic of refugees to the little ones? "Goodbye, Emma" is the book of choice for 3 to 7 year olds. - November 25, 2016 - Clever Fox Press Ltd
Frieda the Fox Continues Adventures in Two New Stories by Kimberly Baltz
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new children’s book that once again stars Frieda the Fox in two heart-warming adventure stories. - November 25, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New 2nd Edition Hardback Novel from G.W. Mullins, "Redemption A Gay Paranormal Mystery / Love Story"
G.W. Mullins' new release takes on the paranormal in the form of a new gay novel, titled “Redemption A Gay Paranormal Mystery / Love Story." Mullins' book is a paranormal ghost story filled with mystery, murder and suspense. - November 25, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New Revised 2nd Edition Paperback of G.W. Mullins Novel, "Jason And Alexander A Gay Paranormal Romance Story"
Light Of The Moon Publishing and G.W. Mullins have revised and steamed up a 2nd edition release of “Jason And Alexander A Gay Paranormal Romance.” The new edition releasing this week in paperback is an action packed paranormal mystery that makes you wonder what happens when we die. - November 25, 2016 - Light Of The Moon Publishing