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New Book Release from Fireship Press—The Long Way Home–a Historical Novel Based on the True Story of Slaves Thomas Peters & Murphy Steele & Their Quest for a Better Life
The Promised Land for Two Slaves… Set in the turbulent times of the War of Independence, "The Long Way Home" follows the lives of Thomas Peters and Murphy Steele who are friends, former slaves, fellows-in-arms and leaders of the Black Brigade. Their real-life story is an epic adventure tale as they battle bounty hunters, racism, poverty and epidemic in their adopted country after the war. - October 01, 2016 - Fireship Press
"The Evolution of an Artist" Book Launch, October 4, 2016; "The Hound That is Me" by Pan Pantoja First in a Series of 20 Books to be Published in a Year
LeRue Press, a Reno, Nevada publisher will release twenty of artist and entrepreneur, Pan Pantoja's many works which will include poetry, prose and graphic novels. - October 01, 2016 - LeRue Press, LLC
Santa's Secret Wish Offers Message of Gratitude
"K" Stone has done it again. Taking inspiration from her grandchild, Charlotte, Stone has created a new twist on a classic holiday legend; Santa Claus. Have you ever wondered what Santa wishes for each year? Santa’s most loyal elf CB and Charlotte discover that Santa’s... - October 01, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
"Bailey’s Remarkable Plan" Author to Sign Books Oct. 1 at Logos Bookstore in Dallas
David R. Hardiman, author of “Bailey’s Remarkable Plan,” will sign copies of the Christian and inspirational autobiography/memoir from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, at Logos Bookstore in Dallas. The book shares how Hardiman endured many decades of illness and other challenges... - October 01, 2016 - David R. Hardiman
Amazon Bestseller in Less Than 24 Hours
"Soulwhisperings: Erotic and Devotional Love Poems for an Outer or Inner Beloved," launched live on Amazon 9/23/16, reaching Bestseller Status within 24 hours. - September 30, 2016 - Soulwhisperer
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Read Juvintation Day
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars, politics, the economy and the military. - September 30, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Presented by the San Diego Center for Jewish Culture Foodies at the Farm at Leichtag Commons
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors in their fields including: Jennifer Weiner, Rich Cohen, Shep Gordon, Samuel M. Katz, Todd Buchholz, Dov Waxman, Daniel Oppenheimer, Nina Tassler, Peter Himmelman and Fred Kaplan. This year’s lineup strikes a balance of arts and intellect, ideas and imagination, history and humor, and also will include spirited discussions about cyber wars. - September 29, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Heartrending Novel "Spirit Woman" Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Spirit Woman" by Debra Shiveley Welch chosen as Medalist Winner in the Relationships category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "Spirit Woman" builds off of the author's past and includes the true stories of three other... - September 29, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Halo Publishing International Publishes "The Biggest Little Brother"
An only child having to adjust to a new baby is a familiar tale; however, what happens when a new, older, brother comes into the family? Sowa is the oldest sibling and is used to helping his Mom and Dad and his baby sister Naiya. But when his big brother, Hindo, moves from Sierra Leone to live with... - September 28, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
Hasslein Books Publishes Watchmen Timeline
Written by author Rich Handley, Watching Time: The Unauthorized Watchmen Chronology breaks down every event of DC Comics' iconic comic book series and theatrical film, as well as every spinoff story to date. - September 28, 2016 - Hasslein Books
Loretta M. Menendian Recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Loretta M. Menendian of Fort Walton Beach, Florida has been recognized as a VIP for 2016 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements for over 50 years in the field of art. About Loretta M. Menendian Ms. Menendian is an Art Teacher at... - September 27, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Attack on the Second Amendment Right to Bear Arms in New Legal Thriller "The Gun Trial" by Dale E. Manolakas
Based on a Real Case, a Yale Student’s Tragic End Triggers a Deadly Fight for Justice Against Gun Sellers - September 27, 2016 - Dale E. Manolakas
Halo Publishing International Publishes "Bible Bikers: Live Ridin’ on the Road to Redemption"
"Bible Bikers: Live Ridin' on the Road to Redemption" offers hope to those who have struggled with crime, addiction, and prison. Members of the Live Ride Ministry and Motorcycle Club share their testimonies about their hard lives, re-conversion and baptism into Christianity, and how they... - September 27, 2016 - Halo Publishing International
Author of "Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape" to Donate to Immune Deficiency Foundation
Miranda N. Prather will donate 20% of all books sold in October to the Immune Deficiency Foundation. - September 27, 2016 - Shoo-fly Publications
Suspense Novel "The Lair" by A.B. Michaels Wins New Apple Independent Book Award
"The Lair" by A.B. Michaels chosen as Medalist Winner in the Suspense / Thriller category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis After her playboy father dies in a racing boat mishap, innkeeper Daniela Dunn must travel from Northern... - September 27, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Poetry Collection "There Once Was a Cat" Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"There Once Was a Cat" by Mary Jane Coogan chosen as Medalist Winner in the Specialty Books category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "There Once Was a Cat" is designed for young readers, but cat lovers of all ages will... - September 27, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Inspirational Novel "Not My Secret To Keep" Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Not My Secret to Keep: A Memoir of Healing from Childhood Sexual Abuse" by Digene Farrar with Cynthia Hurn chosen as Medalist Winner in the Motivational / Self-Help category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Digene Farrar was in... - September 27, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Novel "A Cow Needs A Tail For More Than One Summer" Wins New Apple Indie Book Award
"A Cow Needs a Tail For More Than One Summer: Life Lessons From Mom" by Lolita Cummings Carson chosen as Medalist Winner in the General Nonfiction category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis "A Cow Needs A Tail For More Than One... - September 27, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Class Act Books Emphasizes Series for September
Although its main emphasis is on standalone novels, Class Act Books features many series among its titles. Chief among these is the Three Moon series by Icy Snow Blackstone, the publishers' best seller. This science fiction/futuristic series currently consists of three novels: "Three Moon... - September 26, 2016 - Class Act Books
Mary Ann Sromoski Announces the Release of Nonfiction Book "Opening Doors to Peace: Overcoming Family Dysfunction"
New author debuts first memoir. - September 25, 2016 - Mary Ann Sromoski
A Preview Event Launches 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair with New York Times Bestselling Author Jennifer Weiner
To launch San Diego’s internationally recognized, 22nd Annual, San Diego Jewish Book Fair, a preview event will be held on Thursday, October 20th with #1 New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner, author of soon-to-be-released, "Hungry Heart: Adventures in Life, Love, and Writing. - September 25, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
Novella "Satisfying Babygirl" Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Satisfying Babygirl: Her Babygirl Book 1" by Kat Kylie chosen as Medalist Winner in the Erotica category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Kat grew up sheltered in the midwest, opting to bury her face in books while her friends... - September 25, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Fantasy Novel "I Can See You" Wins Top Honors in New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"I Can See You (Emma Willis Book 1)" by Joss Landry wins Best New Fiction and chosen as Medalist Winner in the Fantasy category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. Book Synopsis Emma Willis is ten years old and has a secret. She not only inherited... - September 25, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
New Orleans Thriller by Anchors To Dusk Publishing
This is an update on the new book cover model and news for interested readers on the upcoming novella set in New Orleans. - September 24, 2016 - Anchors To Dusk Publishing, LLC
Story Bound Publishing and San Diego Author Laura Daleo Release New Vampire Fantasy Novel – "The Vow"
Story Bound Publishing and San Diego author, Laura Daleo are pleased to announce the release of their new vampire fantasy novel, "The Vow." This is the first book published by Story Bound Publishing. Daleo has released two other fantasy novels, Immortal Kiss (February 2015) and Bound by Blood (June 2016). - September 24, 2016 - Laura Daleo
Independent Bookstores in Seven Cities to Host Banned Books Week Events on Same Night
On Tuesday, September 27, seven bookstores will host “A Night of Silenced Voices,” community events honoring the freedom to read and celebrating Banned Books Week. American Booksellers for Free Expression (ABFE), a project of the American Booksellers Association, announced the 7 independent bookstores will participate in “A Night of Silenced Voices” to celebrate diversity and honor freedom of expression during this year’s Banned Books Week (September 25–October 1). - September 24, 2016 - American Booksellers Association
"Bailey's Remarkable Plan" Author to Sign Books Sept. 24 at SMU Barnes & Noble
David R. Hardiman, author of “Bailey’s Remarkable Plan,” will sign copies of the Christian autobiography/memoir from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at SMU Barnes & Noble in Dallas. The book shares how Hardiman endured many decades of illness and other challenges alone before... - September 23, 2016 - David R. Hardiman
Keith Lawton Releases Latest Book, "No Accountability," Through Copyhouse Press
Eagerly Awaited Sequel Goes on Worldwide Release on October 1st 2016 - September 23, 2016 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
Fantasy Peter Swift from Dimension Q Catapults Readers Into the Omniverse’s World of Imagination and Whimsy
Discover where you’re in your element - September 23, 2016 - Siren School
Young Adult Novel "Invisible Me" Wins New Apple Book Award for Excellence in Independent Publishing
"Invisible Me" by Debbi Mack chosen as Medalist Winner in the Young Adult category of the 2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in Independent Publishing. - September 22, 2016 - New Apple Literary Services
Long-Time Managing Director Marissa DeCuir is Named President and Partner at JKS Communications, a Book Marketing and Publicity Firm
Long-time managing director Marissa DeCuir has been promoted to president and partner at JKS Communications, a book marketing and author publicity firm, effective immediately. DeCuir started with the firm eight years ago as a book publicist and has steadily risen through the ranks. During her... - September 22, 2016 - JKS Communications
Dr. Sergey Kalitenko Publishes Latest Book "Bioidentical Hormones: Hell or Heaven"
Holistic practitioner reveals how bioidentical hormones can help improve health and overall well-being. - September 21, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
Pollens Books Advises of September 25 Free Day for Special 35 Page “In The Beginning” Intro to New Sci-Fi Thriller, “Haunted - By The Road Not Taken”
Author Allen Pollens enthused, “Try it! You’ll like it.” He went on to say, “'In the Beginning’ provides a several chapter intro to ‘Haunted – By the Road Not Taken,’ my latest science fiction offering. At its end, this unique intro presents the reader with a direct link to where the full ‘Haunted’ versions can be purchased. Amazon.com offers both Kindle and print editions.” - September 21, 2016 - Pollens Books
New Edition of "Selfless Self" by Self-Realized Master, Ramakant Maharaj, Out Now
A new publication of "Selfless Self" is now available, in response to demand from readers who wish a copy of this book in "normal text" format. - September 21, 2016 - Selfless Self
Stephen Ladds Explains How Zapurder Captures Badgeman in His New Book
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book that explores how Zapurder captures Badgeman on his film of the JFK assassination. Readers will discover how to locate the Badgeman on the Zapurder film. - September 21, 2016 - Dog Ear Publishing
Author Releases New Psychological Horror Book: "Tabitha Bates"
Nathan Toulane, the author of this riveting emotional horror cites the main influence for his story from “Sigmund Freud,” the father of psychoanalysis, and his own personal research into the subject. - September 21, 2016 - Nathan Toulane
Miranda N. Prather Attends Books Signing at Secretariat Festival
Miranda N. Prather took part in the 2016 Secretariat Festival, signing books of Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape, the book that tells the true story of the popular gelding racehorse. - September 21, 2016 - Shoo-fly Publications
Astar Print Publishes New Book That Reveals Powers to Save Our Planet
New Book Unveils Inherent Powers of Human Beings, Including Saving Our Dying Planet. - September 21, 2016 - Astar Print
"The Charming Swindler" Transcends the Boundaries of Gender in Literature
Jeff Musillo’s latest novel offers a 21st-century twist on the concept of the alpha male. - September 20, 2016 - Michelkin Publishing
Counter Terrorism, Economics, Cyber Attacks and Politics at the Highly Anticipated 22nd Annual San Diego Jewish Book Fair Saturday, October 29 – Sunday, November 6, 2016
San Diego’s internationally recognized San Diego Jewish Book Fair celebrates its 22nd year with an intriguing mix of more than 30 leading authors in their fields including: Jennifer Weiner, Rich Cohen, Shep Gordon, Samuel M. Katz, Todd Buchholz, Dov Waxman, Daniel Oppenheimer, Nina Tassler, Peter Himmelman and Fred Kaplan. - September 19, 2016 - San Diego Center for Jewish Culture
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 Oct. 2016. - September 19, 2016 - Excelsior Publishing
BookWhirl Offers a New Book Review Service
The self-publishing company is collaborating with the US Review of Books for new Book Review. - September 17, 2016 - BookWhirl Publishing
"Bailey's Remarkable Plan" Author to Sign Books Sept. 18 at Half Price Books South Arlington in Arlington, Texas
David R. Hardiman, author of “Bailey’s Remarkable Plan,” will sign copies of the Christian autobiography/memoir 1-3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18, at Half Price Books South Arlington in Arlington, Texas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The book shares how Hardiman endured many decades of... - September 17, 2016 - David R. Hardiman
2016 Summer Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards
Announcing The 2016 Summer Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards - September 15, 2016 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
Get Smarter, Feel Better & Heal the Planet! Y on Earth Author and Social Entrepreneur, Aaron William Perry Launches Crowdfunding Campaign for Forthcoming Book.
Y on Earth author and social entrepreneur, Aaron William Perry launches crowdfunding campaign for forthcoming book on sustainability, health and well-being. - September 15, 2016 - Y on Earth
New Book Release from Fireship Press – Charlatan – A Historical Novel of Madame de Montespan, the Long-Time Mistress of King Louis XIV and the Royal Scandal that Ensues
1676 - In a hovel in the centre of Paris, the fortune-teller La Voisin holds a black mass, summoning the devil to help an unnamed client keep the love of the King of France, Louis XIV. Three years later, Athénaïs, Madame de Montespan, the King’s glamorous mistress, is nearly forty. She has borne Louis seven children, but now seethes with rage as he falls for eighteen-year-old Angélique de Fontanges. Athénaïs must do something to keep the King's love and secure her children's future. But how...? - September 15, 2016 - Fireship Press
New Adult Coloring Book "Get Back to Nature" is Inspired by the Hocking Hills of Ohio
"Get Back to Nature" is the only adult coloring book inspired by the Hocking Hills of Ohio. It has 20 mini posters for colorists and features three of the most popular of the six state parks in the Hocking Hills. The Hocking Hills was the only destination in the Continental United States to be featured in Fodors.com list of "15 Under the Radar Vacation Destinations." CBS Sunday Morning with Charles Osgood also featured the Hocking Hills on their December 20, 2015 broadcast. - September 14, 2016 - Terri Baker
Acclaimed Artist, Rosie Hartmann, Shocks Readers with Her Memoir
From the prevention of Lyndon B. Johnson’s Great Society, to the widespread disillusionment, to the subsequent draft riots, the Vietnam War was and is a major part of United States History. The Vietnam War had such a large hand in the culture of the United States that any insight we can glean about it is incredibly valuable. Here to cast a new light on the Vietnam War, while keeping the lighthearted tone promised by the title, is artist Rosie Hartmann and the touching story. - September 14, 2016 - Rosie Hartmann
Just Released: Children’s Animal Advocacy Book Series by Shirley Alarie Fills Hearts and Feeds Minds
Real-life Dominick the donkey inspired a children’s 2-part book series, based on actual people, animals, and events at RVR Horse Rescue. "A New Home for Dominick" opened the series with Dominick's rescue, followed by his adoption in "A New Family for Dominick." Young animal advocates and their parents will find themselves cheering for a sweet little donkey. Proceeds benefit RVR Horse Rescue. - September 13, 2016 - Shirley Alarie
Love Poetry? Dive Into a New Collection of Inspirational Poetry Lobbying for Social Justice: "Poet to the Poor" from Dreaming Big Publications
Written by John Kaniecki and published by Dreaming Big Publications, “Poet to the Poor: Poetry for the Bottom One Percent” is a collection of poetry written for those subjected to poverty, poor working conditions, racism, and other forms of social injustice. This work draws from historical figures and everyday people, creating a powerful poetic testimony. - September 12, 2016 - Dreaming Big Publications