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Brownstone Poets Presents Queens Poets Valerie G. Keane, Micah Zevin, and Peter Marra at Park Plaza Restaurant, Sat, 4/2

Brownstone Poets presents a Queens Spectacular poetry event honoring poets Valerie G. Keane, Micah Zevin, and Peter Marra on Saturday, April 2, 2016 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 well. Brownstone... - March 08, 2016 - The Brownstone Poets

Award-Winning Author Jo Michaels Releases New Psychological Thriller "Emancipation"

Award-winning author Jo Michaels is pleased to announce the upcoming release of her new gripping psychological thriller, "Emancipation." Michaels believes this new thriller will keep readers on the edge of their seats. - March 07, 2016 - Jo Michaels

Author Brenda Ashworth Barry and Melange Books Release Fifth Book in the Seasons of Love and War Romance Series

Author Brenda Ashworth Barry and Melange Books are pleased to announce the release of the fifth book in the Seasons of Love and War romance series, April’s Secret Storm. Book one, "Seasons of Love and War" (ISBN: 978-1612358437) was released in March 2014. Book two, "December... - March 07, 2016 - Brenda Barry

A Century’s Missionary Report Card from an African Viewpoint

The book, “Precious Mt. Silinda United Church of Christ (UCC) Mission,” by Mrs. Kate E. Sukuta is an informative book about Western Christian missionary work in Zimbabwe, Africa. The author found herself in a unique position of witnessing over a century of Christian work through her... - March 05, 2016 - Sukuta Technologies, LLC

A Future That Shocks, Inspires, and Thrills: The Rise of Ares

Serge Alexandr is bursting onto the scene with his debut novel The Rise of Ares: Mortal Sins, the first installment in the Ares trilogy. The Rise of Ares is a story ripe for the times, exploring a future society that never addressed the social issues we see today, and what it means to be highly... - March 05, 2016 - Serge Holdings LLC

New from Redemption Press: "The Orphan Syndrome: Breaking Free & Finding Home"

New from Redemption Press: "The Orphan Syndrome: Breaking Free & Finding Home"

Ever felt like an orphan in this world? Have you experienced a broken heart, disconnection and restlessness? These are symptoms of a wounded spirit and the orphan syndrome. The essence of the orphan syndrome is a lie that says - "You are on your own." - March 04, 2016 - Redemption Press

Bestselling Author Asa Leveaux Launches New Book "I Am Woman Enough"

Asa Leveaux announced today that "I Am Woman Enough: 365 Affirmations for Woman," his latest book in the “I Am Woman Enough” series will go on sale on March 8, 2016 to coincide with International Women’s Day. In celebration of the successful release of his previous... - March 04, 2016 - Asa Leveaux

What Happens When an Ancient Prophecy Meets the Scales of Injustice

What started in the author's imagination will finish in the reader's. Nothing is as it seems in the new book, WUWPOO, a novel about two opposing forces on a collision course. Anyone who seeks twists and turns at every corner will want to purchase this edge of your seat mystery thriller and join the search for an ancient curse that leaves carnage in its wake. - March 04, 2016 - Wuwpoo

Noted Nigerian Author Mike Effa Releases Latest Novel - "The Mysterious Liver" - Through Copyhouse Press

Latest Offering by the Rising Star of the Nigerian Ethnofiction Genre Brought to Market Under New "Imaginarium" Imprint - March 04, 2016 - Copyhouse Press Ltd

Radio Theater Production of the Action Adventure "River Driver" at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre in Hollywood

Radio Theater Production of the Action Adventure "River Driver" at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre in Hollywood

For family friendly things to do in LA, attend a live theater production of “River Driver” by L. Ron Hubbard on Saturday, March 5, and see why sometimes, murder can be a blessing in disguise. - March 03, 2016 - Galaxy Press

Next Step is Interactive Video Children Books for Eugene Trivizas

Eugene Trivizas is working in collaboration with 2b Acting, a Yorkshire based Digital Media Company, to adapt his children stories to Interactive Video books. - March 03, 2016 - 2b Acting Ltd

Murder in Washington Book Edition Revisits 78 Homicide Crime Scenes

Author and photographer Marques Vickers’ “Murder in Washington: Notorious Crime Sites,” the 299-page visual return to 78 infamous crime scenes detailing the shocking and often searing narratives behind each tragedy. - March 03, 2016 - Marquis Publishing

Publisher Releases a Two-Volume Collection of Childhood Bulgarian Folktales

Publisher Releases a Two-Volume Collection of Childhood Bulgarian Folktales

Announcing a newly published collection of beloved Bulgarian folk tales brought to life for a new audience by Varna International Publishers. The Petals from the Rose Series presents the cherished folk tales of the land of Bulgaria newly translated by Rayna Rosenova, masterfully adapted by Scott Cairns, and beautifully illustrated by Boris Stoilov. Let your imagination soar with this two volume collection of Bulgarian folk tales by Varna International Publishers. - March 02, 2016 - Varna International Publications

Galaxy Press Uses Cosplay with Terl from "Battlefield Earth" as a Means of Introducing a New Generation of Readers to the International Bestselling Novel

Galaxy Press Uses Cosplay with Terl from "Battlefield Earth" as a Means of Introducing a New Generation of Readers to the International Bestselling Novel

The use of cosplay for the re-release of L. Ron Hubbard’s "Battlefield Earth" will feature a special handmade body suit of one of the central characters, Terl, as visualized by Frank Frazetta which is featured as the book’s cover art. - March 02, 2016 - Galaxy Press

Stephen D. Matthews is Making Wave Again

Bishop Nugget is coming soon. “Bishop Nugget: A Walk Through the Scriptures” which is coming out in April explores the bible from Genesis to Revelation. There are 66 books and he will look at 66 verses line upon line and precept upon precept so you can be encouraged, strengthen, and challenged in your faith walk. - March 02, 2016 - Stephen D. Matthews

Best-Selling Author Norma Burnson Lectures at Chicago Public Library, Donates 940 Books on Sustainability

In January, 2016, during the week of Martin Luther King's Birthday, The Chicago Public Library children and patrons had a wonderful time downloading Norma Burnson's second book, “Sustainable Food for Globe, Everyday People Producing Food in Abundance.” The total number of downloaded... - March 01, 2016 - Burnson & Associates

Author and Inspirational Speaker Alexis Nicole White Releases Memoir, "The Covered"

Author and Inspirational Speaker Alexis Nicole White Releases Memoir, "The Covered"

Emotional Abuse is alive and well. Contrary to popular belief, emotional abuse is not just something that happens from parent to child, or occur in teenage love affairs. Adult women face emotional distress in their friendships, daily, says Alexis Nicole White. - February 29, 2016 - Alexis Nicole White Media

Excelsior Publishing to Release Leonard Seet’s Novel "Magnolias in Paradise"

Excelsior Publishing will be releasing Leonard Seet’s latest novel "Magnolias in Paradise" in Fall 2016. Ernst arrives at the Paradise train station with fifty-thousand dollars to ransom his sweetheart, and while looking among the crowd for the young man with a magnolia, a beggar... - February 29, 2016 - Excelsior Publishing

Innovative Document Imaging Launches New E-Publishing Services: End-to-End Solutions for Publishers, Digital Books, Newspapers and Magazines for Customers

As more and more people read books, newspapers and magazines with tablets and smart phones, Innovative Document Imaging, a leading company in digital document industry, launches new e-publishing services. “We’re on our way to a full-blown digital revolution in America and elsewhere. - February 27, 2016 - Innovative Document Imaging

The Royal Publisher of Oz to Release Black Sabbath: The Illustrated Lyrics Vol 1; Now Available for Order

The Royal Publisher of Oz has announced the availability of its new publication, Black Sabbath: The Illustrated Lyrics Vol 1: Supernatural Horror in Literature. The book is available on Amazon.com and via special-order in retail stores, as well as via wholesale. - February 26, 2016 - The Royal Publisher of Oz

Author and Pet Loss Expert Wendy Van de Poll Releases New Book "My Dog is Dying: What do I do?"

Author and founder of the Center for Pet Loss Grief is pleased to announce the release of her new book, "My Dog Is Dying: What Do I Do?" This new book gives readers tools to support their pet grief and guide them on how to stay present through the muck of care taking a terminally ill dog. - February 26, 2016 - Wendy Van de Poll

Deanna Jewel at And Books Too!

Saturday welcomes a host of book lovers and romance novel fans who will join author, Deanna Jewel as they gather at And Books, Too! located on 6th Street in Clarkston, WA. - February 26, 2016 - Doce Blant Publishing

Author A.L. Simpson Releases Her First Romantic Erotica Novel, "Born to Sin"

Author A.L. Simpson is pleased to announce the release of her new romantic erotica novel, "Born to Sin." Hamish was born on the wrong side of the tracks. Can a wealthy restaurant owner, a gay chef and a seven year old child teach this bad boy to love? - February 25, 2016 - A.L. Simpson

Author Pete Liebengood’s Contemporary Adventure Thriller Has Been Optioned by Hollywood Executive for a Possible Movie Adaption

Author Pete Liebengood is pleased to announce that his contemporary adventure thriller, "Accidental Droning" has been optioned for a possible movie adaption by a Hollywood producer. Liebengood presented his book to participating agents, producers, and studio executives at Xlibris’ Book-to-Screen Pitchfest in Los Angeles, CA. - February 25, 2016 - Pete Liebengood

Award-Winning Author, Robert Thornhill, Releases "Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial"

Author Robert Thornhill releases "Lady Justice and the Conspiracy Trial," volume #22 in his Lady Justice mystery/comedy series. - February 25, 2016 - BooksByBob

The Illusion of Us: The Suppression and Evolution of Human Consciousness

Matthew LaCroix is a passionate writer who believes very strongly in the preservation of truth in society, as well as the survival of humanity. The hidden truths to our history and who we really are which hide right in plain sight, beckon for the right person to piece them together correctly. - February 24, 2016 - The Illusion of Us

Frank Frazetta's "Battlefield Earth" Artwork is a Draw in Long Beach

Frank Frazetta's "Battlefield Earth" Artwork is a Draw in Long Beach

Artwork by Frank Frazetta for L. Ron Hubbard's "Battlefield Earth" at Long Beach Comic Expo Draws in Characters from Star Wars to the Joker. - February 24, 2016 - Galaxy Press

Poets’ Choice Publishing is Pleased to Present Elisavietta Ritchie’s Twentieth Collection, "Babushka’s Beads: A Geography of Genes," New & Selected Poems

Poets’ Choice Publishing is Pleased to Present Elisavietta Ritchie’s Twentieth Collection, "Babushka’s Beads: A Geography of Genes," New & Selected Poems

Poets’ Choice Publishing is pleased to present Elisavietta Ritchie’s twentieth collection, "Babushka’s Beads: A Geography of Genes," new & selected poems. Paperback 120 Pages $18.95 ISBN 978-0-9909257-74 “Elisavietta Ritchie’s rich autobiographical... - February 23, 2016 - The William Meredith Foundation

Kellan Publishing Will be Releasing Pamela Hill’s Novella, "Festival of Beasts."

The characters’ lives are fused together under extreme pressure. Combustion builds until the final explosion produces Festival of Beasts, a radical novella. Amelia, a young woman, and Gabriel, a little boy, fight to escape from the Settlement, a once indigenous village, where imminent death... - February 23, 2016 - Pamela Hill

Local Author Pens Southern Gothic Horror Novel Set in Nashville

Set in Nashville, "Much of Madness" is a Southern Gothic Horror story about loyalty, sacrifice, and maintaining hope no matter the odds. Available on February 29, 2016. - February 23, 2016 - S. E. Summa, Author

Award-Winning Author Janet Squires Promotes Her Historical Western Romance Novel "Desperate Straits"

From award-winning author Janet Squires comes a tale of intrigue, murder, and life on the frontier... "Desperate Straits." Released by Whiskey Creek Press in September 2015 the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers. - February 22, 2016 - Janet Squires

The Second of Only Two Ukrainian Novels to be Published in the US Released from Anaphora

Vasyl Baziv is a prominent Ukrainian political scientist, former diplomat and academic. He was one of the organizers of the National Democratic movement in 1989-1990 and the recent 2014 Ukrainian Revolution. His "Armageddon" and "The Cross" are the only two Ukrainian novels that have been translated into English and published in the United States from Anaphora Literary Press. - February 22, 2016 - Anaphora Literary Press

Halo Publishing Author Miguel Coppedge Meets with President Obama

Ten-Year Old Author of "The Adventures of FireMan" Provides Inspirational Example. - February 22, 2016 - Halo Publishing International

Glagoslav Publications Releases an English Translation of Marina Tsvetaeva’s Poetry

A tragic figure in Russian literature, Marina Tsvetaeva ranks alongside her distinguished contemporaries Anna Akhmatova, Osip Mandelstam and Boris Pasternak as one of the greats of Russian verse. - February 20, 2016 - Glagoslav Publications

Library Plays Major Role in "Battlefield Earth" for Hero as He Walks the Road to Save Mankind

Library Plays Major Role in "Battlefield Earth" for Hero as He Walks the Road to Save Mankind

Special "Battlefield Earth" library edition announced in recognition of role libraries play in book. It was at a library that the value of education to overcoming suppression and achieving ultimate success was realized. - February 19, 2016 - Galaxy Press

Patricia Montclair Announces the Release of "Summer Lust II: The Vampire Rhapsody"

Book II of the Patricia Montclair's "Summer Lust: The Vampire Rhapsody" is now on Amazon. This is only the second offering from this author. - February 19, 2016 - Patricia Montclair

Class Act Books Begins Two New Romance Series

February is Romance Month, and in keeping with that, Class Act Books is releasing the first entries in two new romance series. The series The McCoys, by veteran author Toni V. Sweeney, deals with the adventures of the three sons of Quinton McCoy: Donal, Colin, and Padraig. Beginning in 19th... - February 19, 2016 - Class Act Books

Martial Arts and Self-Defense Expert Introduces Book and On-Line Instruction to Teach Personal Safety Skills

Martial Arts and Self-Defense Expert Introduces Book and On-Line Instruction to Teach Personal Safety Skills

With typical martial arts or self-defense training, the time it takes to learn to become effective at protecting yourself is beyond the reach of most people, yet the need to stay safe and be able to defend oneself has never been greater. By boiling down essential skills into an easy-to-learn method that begins with the proper mindset, it is possible for the average person with limited or no skills to develop proficiency in a much shorter period of time than what most people believe is possible. - February 18, 2016 - PJC Services

Writers of the Future Volume 32 Cover Artwork Announced

Writers of the Future Volume 32 Cover Artwork Announced

Hollywood awards event set to release L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 32 with cover art by internationally renowned fine artist and Illustrators of the Future Contest winner, Sergey Poyarkov, from the Ukraine. Awards ceremony scheduled for April 10 at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre in Los Angeles. - February 18, 2016 - Galaxy Press

Jeffery Leving Signs Latest Book at Fathers and Families Coalition of America Annual Gala

Jeffery Leving Signs Latest Book at Fathers and Families Coalition of America Annual Gala

On Thursday, February 18, world-renowned fathers' rights attorney and author Jeffery M. Leving will be discussing and signing his latest book, "How to Be a Good Divorced Dad," at the National Families and Fathers 17th Annual Conference at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel in Los Angeles,... - February 18, 2016 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.

Author Julie N. Ford Promotes Her Women’s Fiction Novel "With No Regrets"

Author Julie N. Ford is pleased to announce the promotion of her women’s fiction novel, "With No Regrets." - February 18, 2016 - Julie N. Ford

Book Release Digital Influencer by John Lincoln: A Guide to Achieving Influencer Status Online

Book Release Digital Influencer by John Lincoln: A Guide to Achieving Influencer Status Online

Today marks the official release date for "Digital Influencer: A Guide to Achieving Influencer Status Online," available online now. This comprehensive guide to achieving Digital Influencer status gives readers step-by-step instructions in influencing the decisions of others through real or perceived authority, knowledge, position, distribution or relationships. Proceeds from the first 1,000 copies sold will be donated to charity. - February 17, 2016 - Ignite Visibility

New Novel by Ton Vest Realistically Portrays Abusive Relationship

Author Ton Vest introduces Stacy, a young woman so desperate for love she finds herself trapped in a controlling, abusive relationship in this book released by Dog Ear Publishing. Stacy’s slow realization that the man she loves isn’t the man she believed him to be leads to danger, for herself and for everyone she loves. - February 17, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing

Author Brandon Zenner's Second Novel, "Whiskey Devils," Nominated for a Global Ebook Award

The Global Ebook Awards honor and bring attention to digital book publishing: Ebooks. Now in its sixth year, the Awards are in 72 specific categories. They are open to all publishers large and small so that a winner is the best in its category not just the best of small or regionally-published ebooks. - February 17, 2016 - Brandon Zenner

Glagoslav Publications Releases an Extravagant Debut Book "Prisoner" by Anna Nemzer

A handful of families, several generations, more than a few wars. Moscow, Kabul, Barcelona. Anna Nemzer announces herself on the literary scene boldly and loudly with this debut novel about the insane, unspeakable nature of war, about human fears, treachery, lies, fateful coincidences and destinies during warfare, when there is no room left for love. - February 17, 2016 - Glagoslav Publications

Acclaimed Author Reveals Hidden Simplicity of Self-Publishing

Acclaimed Author Reveals Hidden Simplicity of Self-Publishing

Jason Matthews provides an insider's guide to the world of self-publishing with major retailers. - February 16, 2016 - Jason Matthews

Barnacle Bill Bedlam Rampages Barnes & Noble This Month

Celebrity pirate, Barnacle Bill Bedlam, will make an appearance in St. Petersburg, FL to greet fans and autograph his latest book: The Tales of Barnacle Bill: Skeleton Krewe. - February 16, 2016 - Doce Blant Publishing

Glagoslav Publications Releases an Intriguing Novel "Multiple Personalities" by Tatyana Shcherbina

Summary: Having spent years in a coma, a female protagonist is anxious to lead a normal life. Her miraculous recovery is riddled with falling in and out of our time continuum - she wanders through history in her imagination as if it were her backyard. Notwithstanding her condition, her peers are... - February 16, 2016 - Glagoslav Publications

"Being Home the Art of Belonging Wherever You Are" by Rebecca Ross

"Being Home the Art of Belonging Wherever You Are" by Rebecca Ross

Home is more than an address. It’s a place you belong, one that reflects who you are. This feeling of belonging comes from your being, as well as where you are. - February 15, 2016 - The Composed Domain

Glagoslav Publications Releases a Literary Whodunit "The Investigator" by Margarita Khemlin

A young woman is murdered in a typical Soviet town. In the spirit of the era everyone is a suspect. The investigator of the title sets out to solve the crime. - February 14, 2016 - Glagoslav Publications

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