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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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
Michael Terence Publishing Announce Satisfaction in Times of Anger, a New Novel by Julian Edge
Michael Terence Publishing is excited to announce a new novel, Satisfaction in Times of Anger by Julian Edge. This work is available from September 1, 2017, in multiple formats: Paperback (346 pages) - ISBN 9781549571596; Amazon Kindle eBook – ASIN B075479H3S. - September 03, 2017 - Michael Terence Publishing
Kevin Moreau's "The Invitation to Your Life" is a Nourishing Read
Insightful book creates a clear road map for those who need to shake off the monotony and make a life change. - September 02, 2017 - TriMark Press
New Watercolor Graphic Novel: Ancient Astronauts Comic Released
Today, Black Panel Press announces the digital release of Ancient Astronauts, a new graphic novel by Vincent Pompetti. The science fiction graphic novel, set on the distant planet Plaine, focuses on the young and daring archer, Onys Di Chieti, and the mysterious force invading her new home planet. - September 01, 2017 - Black Panel Press
"The Rep," a Powerful Novel That Reminds Everyone the Importance of the Golden Rule
Author Terrence Damon Spencer releases 2nd Novel, The Rep - September 01, 2017 - Dreams to Paper
BHC Press at Kerrytown BookFest on Sunday, September 10th, 2017
Meet contemporary romance author Elise Manion and suspense author Tom Mohan. - September 01, 2017 - BHC Press
Star Bourne LLC. Adds Author, T.S. Stanley to Its Client Roster
Author/Speaker T.S. Stanley gets ready to release her third book and retains Star B. as her publicist. - August 29, 2017 - Star Bourne LLC.
Brownstone Poets Presents Alice B. Fogel, Howard Pflanzer, and Christina M. Rau at Park Plaza Restaurant on Sat, 9/16
Brownstone Poets Presents: Saturday, September 16 at 2:30 p.m. Alice B. Fogel Howard Pflanzer Christina M. Rau @ 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... - August 29, 2017 - The Brownstone Poets
3 Nations Anthology: Native, Canadian & New England Writers Released
Resolute Bear Press announces the release of 3 Nations Anthology: Native, Canadian & New England Writers. The poems, essays, and short stories in the book focus on the northeast United States and Atlantic Canada, unique for their shared borders and boundaries, the many bridges that cross them, the blood and heritage people share and the things that divide them. The land is disputed in places, in others a shared responsibility, and Native lands reside as sovereign nations within these borders. - August 29, 2017 - Resolute Bear press
"The Prime of Miss Jane Austen": “Mild-Mannered” Jane Austen Was No Pushover
Journalist writes biographical novel of Jane Austen’s turbulent 20’s. - August 27, 2017 - The Prime of Miss Jane Austen
Attention: All Single Ladies - Trinity Faith Publishing Launches a New Book
Trinity Faith Publishing is proud to release a new book entitled "Dating Tips for Christian Women." This book gives genuine advice on how to select a better man. It shows women the qualities God looks for in an honorable man. It also gives specific examples of how to distinguish a Good... - August 26, 2017 - Trinity Faith Publishing
BHC Press and Emmie Mears Announce Multi-Book Deal
BHC Press is pleased to announce they have signed a five-book publishing agreement with Emmie Mears. Hearthfire, book one of the epic fantasy Stonebreaker series, is scheduled for spring 2018 publication. The Stonebreaker series tells the tale of magic, which has formed both feast and famine, and... - August 26, 2017 - BHC Press
Nogginwear Designs & Creates Hats for Cartoonist, Illustrator and Childrens Book Author Don Mathias
Nogginwear legacy continues to grow with creating hats for local cartoonist… - August 24, 2017 - Nogginwear
New Book by Susan Eustis Questions: "Did Fraud Elect Donald Trump? Addressing the Vote Count in a Few Key Counties"
"Did Fraud Elect Donald Trump? Addressing the Vote Count in a Few Key Counties" has been published by Lexington Publishing. - August 23, 2017 - Lexington Publishing
Rick Bowers Interview Availability
Media interview on white supremacist threat. - August 23, 2017 - Rick Bowers
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New G.W. Mullins Paperback Book “Star People, Sky Gods and Other Tales of the Native American Indians”
G.W. Mullins, author of the Best-Selling series “The Native American Story Book For Children Volumes 1 -5” and “Walking With Spirits Volumes 1-6” returns with the hardback release “Star People, Sky Gods and Other Tales of the Native American Indians.” Mullins along with Award-winning artist C.L. Hause explore a large set of often unheard of Native American stories featuring sky gods, extraterrestrials, unexplained visitations and the possible creation of life on earth by aliens. - August 23, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New C.L. Hause Art Book “The Native American Art Book – Art Inspired By Native American Myths And Legends”
C.L. Hause, award winning artist (Winner of the Johnny Hart Memorial Award “BC Comics”). and illustrator 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” which he released with author G.W. Mullins, returns with “The Native American Art Book – Art Inspired By Native American Myths And Legends.” - August 23, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New Paperback of G.W. Mullins Gay Novel, "Time After Time A Gay Paranormal Western Love Story"
Best-Selling author G.W. Mullins returns with a new paranormal gay novel and weaves a mystery that will leave you guessing until the end. It is a story filled with a bit of humor, ghosts, and a trip into the old west, all winding into a sometimes-steamy sexual story of murder. - August 23, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Releases New G.W. Mullins Paperback Novel "Rise Of The Snow Queen Book One: The Polar Bear King"
Light Of The Moon Publishing proudly announces the release of the Paperback Edition of "Rise Of The Snow Queen Book One: The Polar Bear King” the first book from the new “Rise Of The Snow Queen” four part series (Paperback Book ISBN- 978-1-64008-095-9) by author G.W. Mullins. - August 22, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light Of The Moon Publishing Announces Release Of G.W. Mullins Hardback Book "Walking With Spirits Vol. 6 Native American Myths, Legends, And Folklore"
Best-Selling Author G.W. Mullins and Award-Winning Artist C.L. Hause return with a hardback release for the successful series “Walking With Spirits.” In this sixth volume, the stories are a mix of many different tribes and a present a vivid history of Native American history. - August 22, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
G.W. Mullins Speaks to the Dead and Talks About After Death Communication in His Book, "Messages from the Other Side"
Best-selling author G.W. Mullins shares his personal journey towards understanding death, the afterlife and communication with spirits of loved ones who have passed over. In “Messages From The Other Side Stories of the Dead, Their Communication, and Unfinished Business,” Mullins tells of dealing with the grief of his mother passing and the reassurance of an after death communication that totally changed his outlook towards death and grief. - August 22, 2017 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Challenges of Teens Growing Up Poor and Isolated Abound in "Cinderella Shoots the Moon"
Bullying, peer pressure, parent trouble and classroom rivalries are among the problems students face as another school year begins. These issues and more are tackled in a new indie novel, “Cinderella Shoots the Moon” by writer Arlie Corday. The book is aimed at teens, young adults and anyone concerned about the challenges of growing up, and especially gives voice to an often forgotten group — those living in rural areas. The book is available on Amazon.com. - August 21, 2017 - Arlie Corday
Ewa Wojciak was Keynote Speaker at 4th Annual OC Zine Fest
USC Asst. Prof. Ewa Wojciak was chosen as headliner for 2017 OC Zine Fest. - August 21, 2017 - Aquila Polonica Publishing
BookWhirl Offers Authors TV Book Promotions
Enhance book influence with the Media Spotlight service. - August 20, 2017 - BookWhirl Publishing
Emmy Award Winning Animator Illustrates a New Children's Book
"Longfellow Finds a Home," an entertaining, colorful and heartfelt children's book, written by screenwriter, feature film director, Linda Shayne and illustrated by one of the original "Pink Panther" animators, Art Leonardi is now available on Amazon and in selected retail stores. - August 19, 2017 - Remember Point
Author Caroline Washington Begins a Novel That Will Take You on a Suspenseful Journey Through Love and Autism
Hammond Writer Caroline Washington set to release her first book in over ten years entitled "Dream Stealers" on July 2017. "Dream Stealers" is set to be published by Light Switch Press under the name Caroline Washington she was published by former POD publisher Publish America, this time she is taking control and doing it her way. - August 18, 2017 - Caroline Washington
Discworld Alumni Unite to Bring Josh Kirby’s Long, Lost Time Traveling Mouse Home, 16 Years Later
Josh Kirby was a master painter renowned for his groundbreaking illustrations in science fiction, fantasy and horror. His work included Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Terry Pratchett’s Discworld, the Pratchett and Neil Gaiman penned Good Omens, and countless other film posters and book covers. When Kirby passed on in 2001, the trustees of his estate had been tasked with sorting through his vast archives. Amongst the papers, receipts and correspondences with famous authors, was a hidden gem. - August 17, 2017 - Josh Kirby Art
Tasfil Publishing Releases New Humorous Book
Tasfil Publishing releases the new novel, "The Moskowitz Code" by Joel Bresler, where we realize a doctor's bad handwriting could be less life-threatening then his typing skills. - August 17, 2017 - Tasfil Publishing, LLC
Difficult Lives of Rural Teens Inspires Novel, “Cinderella Shoots the Moon”
“Cinderella Shoots the Moon” is a coming-of-age story about a fish-out-of-water teen, Tara Harris, who finds there is more to life than popularity and fashion after her family moves to rural upstate New York. After her parents fall into depression and alcoholism, Tara learns her best friend is in more trouble than she ever dreamed possible, and the girls run away to escape the horror. Along the way, they meet fellow Cinderella Girls with dreams of their own. - August 17, 2017 - Arlie Corday