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Stellar Scholars: Paul Lubanski's and Johnny Johnson's Country Music StoryTubes on YouTube Conjure Up Comparisons to Elvis, Johnny Cash, and The Beatles
Stellar Scholars Executive Creative Director Ashley Sword glows when she reads the rave review: Marla Holten of Huntsville, Alabama marvels: "Your love stories could be done in a rendition by someone like Johnny Cash and June Carter! It meets all the standards of the greats... Johnny, Elvis,... - September 24, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Science-Fiction Novel "Virus-72 Hours To Live" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Virus-72 Hours to Live" by Ray Jay Perreault chosen as Medalist Winner in the Science-Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis A suspicious virus that no one can explain hits Earth. The President of the United... - September 24, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Inspirational Novel "The Way Of The Fairy Godmother" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"The Way Of The Fairy Godmother" by Jennifer Morse MS PhD chosen as Medalist Winner in the Inspirational category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "The Way of The Fairy Godmother" is a motivational self-help book... - September 24, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Motivational Novel "The Excellence Habit" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
The Excellence Habit by Vlad Zachary chosen as Medalist Winner in the Motivational / Self-Improvement category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "The Excellence Habit" is a biography of an idea, and the idea is simple. The... - September 24, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Brownstone Poets Presents Braverman, Gigante-Brown, Khayat, Vigorito at Park Plaza Restaurant, Sat, 10/28
Saturday, October 28 at 2:30 p.m. Alan Braverman Catherine Gigante-Brown Omayma Khayat Anthony Vigorito @ 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 or 3 to Clark Street R to... - September 24, 2017 - The Brownstone Poets
Former Ford Statistical Supervisor Patricia Emery Orchestrates Rocketing Growth of Women-Driven Stellar Romance
Patricia Emery, a self-made woman with an impressive Ford Motor Company background as a Statistical Supervisor, has created a unique service, namely romance and baseball stories to its loyal global readership for gifting to their loved ones. Ms. Emery has assembled an exemplary team of others of... - September 23, 2017 - Stellar Scholars
Michael Terence Publishing Announce A Tail of a Mouse, a Short Story Anthology from Michael Terence Publishing
An Anthology of tantalising short stories selected from the Michael Terence Publishing Short Story Competition, June 2017; Featuring over 30 works including: A Tale of a Mouse - Andy Hamilton , The Last Love of the Sea Captain - Tamara Artvin, A Gap Year for Grandma - Mary Charnley. - September 23, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
Fiction Novel "The Domination Game" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
The Domination Game by Jennifer L. Byars chosen as Medalist Winner in the Women's Fiction category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis What’s the point of a game? Do we play for the emotion, for the power, or is it all about the... - September 23, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Young Adult Sci-Fi Novel "The Mark of Noba" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"The Mark of Noba" by G.L. Tomas chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult Sci-Fi category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 23, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Novel "The Millennial Method" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
The Millennial Method: A Modern Approach to Coaching Today’s Generation of Technology-Driven Athlete by Jason Schreiber with Gary Taylor chosen as Medalist Winner in the Parenting category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book... - September 23, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
BHC Press and Mackenzie Flohr Announce Multi-book Publishing Deal
Actor Jake Dudman selected as narrator for The Rite of Wands audiobook. - September 23, 2017 - BHC Press
"My Stars Are Still Shining" a Memoir by Amina Warsuma
Amina has succeeded in authoring an inspirational memoir about her life as an international fashion model whose life has influenced so many others. Her journey from the tough streets of Harlem to the high-fashion runways of Paris and New York is remarkable. Companions on Amina’s journey include fashion-world luminaries, movie stars, and renown artist. Quite a contrast with her life as a physically and psychologically abused child. - September 22, 2017 - Agent Zero Productions,LLC
Gay Daughter of Focus on the Family Executive Unmasks Her Coming Out Story with New Memoir
Releasing Oct. 1st, "Refocusing My Family," unmasks Amber Cantorna's true story of being raised in the epi-center of Christian family values and how coming out as gay tore that paradigm apart, shunned her from her family, and burdened her with a degree of devastation that nearly took her life. With grace and transparency, Amber’s book sheds light on the harm that religious and family rejection reeks on the human soul, and offers to LGBTQ people and their religious families, a better way to love. - September 22, 2017 - Beyond
Aisel Alliance Publishing Group Releases Dr. Lesia M. Banks’ Book, “All Connections Matter....Change Your Circumstances by Changing Your Connections”
Dr. Lesia M. Banks discusses the relevance and importance of making career connections while also encouraging the reader through a process of exercises and suggested resources in the book to make personal changes. - September 22, 2017 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Young Adult Fantasy Novel "The Calling" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"The Calling" by Louise G White chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult Fantasy category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis On the run and hiding from "the suits," Carolyn’s life is far from... - September 22, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Mystery Novel "The Bitter Truth" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"The Bitter Truth" by Ed Silva Jr. chosen as Medalist Winner in the Mystery - Detective category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Reenter the shadowy world of Jessica Cardelini. Black Operative Richard Maxwell is skilled... - September 22, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Young Adult Short Story "The Art Of Eten Chu" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"The Art of Eten Chu" by Jarrod L. Edge and Isabella M. Edge chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult Short Story category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 22, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
Datanet India Launches First of Its Kind Assembly Factbooks for 225 Assembly Constituencies of Karnataka
Datanet India, a 16-year-old Information Technology enabled Services Company, has launched the utmost essential Assembly Factbooks. - September 22, 2017 - Datanet India
Design Your Business in 365 Days – the Planner That Make Goals Happen
A powerful planner, self-development tool, and a 24/7 business-life coach. It is a paper planner designed with your passions and personal goals in mind. 100% Made in Italy. - September 21, 2017 - Design in 365 Days
Stage Drama The Trial at Plymouth State University Questions Our Rights and Freedoms
At Plymouth State University, the Music, Theatre and Dance Department’s production of The Trial, an adaptation by Paul Mroczka based on the novel by Franz Kafka presents a cautionary tale of political commentary. Running from September 21-23 and September 29-30 at the Silver Center, this story of scandal and human rights is a dark tale of warning. - September 20, 2017 - Plymouth State Theatre
Encouragement for Parents Dealing with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
You Are Not Alone is a book of hope. It contains a series of scripture-based meditations written especially for parents of children with RAD. Based on her own experiences, the author wrote the book as a way of healing and offering hope to those who find themselves in a uniquely difficult relationship. While intended for that specific audience, the message in You Are Not Alone is also useful for all who find themselves in difficult relationships. - September 20, 2017 - Bush Publishing and Associates
Suspense Novel "Silent Messages" Wins New Apple E-Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
Silent Messages by John Albion chosen as Medalist Winner in the Suspense-Supernatural category of the 2016 New Apple Summer E-Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis An elusive killer is brutally murdering young women and leaving a puzzling trail of clues at the crime... - September 20, 2017 - New Apple Literary Services
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
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
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
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
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
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
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