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"Without Shame," Novel Set in East Pakistan, Now Available
FB Publishing has released the debut novel of Katherine Russell, a Buffalo, NY writer who takes a critical look at cultural interaction through the “white savior” archetype in "Without Shame." Set in East Pakistan, what is now Bangladesh, this neocolonial novel begins as tensions between East and West Pakistan culminate, at the brink of the revolution. Without Shame is now available for purchase in all bookstores in paperback or ebook format. - December 11, 2015 - FB Publishing House
Jabez Publishing House Releases Author Lesia M. Banks’ New Book, “C3 Creating Career Connections”
“C3 Creating Career Connections” is a pre-college to career enrichment guide designed to assist individuals in setting and accomplishing their career goals. - December 11, 2015 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape at Curious Iguana
Frederick, MD, book store, Curious Iguana will shelve book in local author section. - December 11, 2015 - Shoo-fly Publications
World's First Trilogy to Release on Same Day Goes Viral - Features 100 Women Globally on Dec. 13 - Already Projected a Best Seller for December
Author Dr. Shellie Hipsky of Pittsburgh, PA will release the first ever trilogy to be printed and distributed on the same day - Dec. 13th, 2015. Titled, "Empowerment," "Balance," and "Inspiration," the books feature popular influential woman across all continents. There will be a viral launch of thousands of woman posting pictures with the book covers as they unite in the global sisterhood movement. - December 10, 2015 - Dr. Shellie Hipsky
U.S. Publishing Expert Offers Free Seminar Stockholm 12 February, 2016
US publishing expert Gerald Sindell, author of “The Genius Machine” and called the “Obi Wan Kenobi of breakthrough thinking” will be offering a seminar to those professionals who are interested in learning how to become successfully published in the United States. Sindell is... - December 10, 2015 - Thought Leaders Intl.
Class Act Books Releases New Entry in Mystery Series
Death is Magical, recently released by Class Act Books, is the fourth and newest entry in the Hugh Winslow mystery series. - December 10, 2015 - Class Act Books
"The Spirit of Santa," by Peter Hackmeister, is Making Santa Claus Real for Children
There are two conversations that a parent dreads to have with their children as they grow up. One is about the “Birds and the Bees.” The other is to answer the question “Is Santa Real?” This simple heart-warming story addresses when children begin to question the reality of Santa, and how a parent can respond to a child’s uncertainty. - December 09, 2015 - Peter Hackmeister
"Cowboys of the Waggoner Ranch" Captures Hardworking Legends as Sale Discussions Continue - Second Printing of Texas Photographer’s Inaugural Book
As discussions continue for the sale of the legendary 510,572-acre Waggoner Ranch, the future is still undetermined for what may or may not change for 26 cowboys at the largest ranch in the U.S. under one contiguous fence. - December 09, 2015 - Cowboys of the Waggoner Ranch
Holiday Open House - Radio Theater Production of the Humorous Murder-Mystery “They Killed Him Dead” at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre in Hollywood
Special free holiday open house in Hollywood, December 12, from 4:00 -10:00 PM, including a theatrical production of “They Killed Him Dead” featuring an all-celebrity cast. Must RSVP to attend show. - December 09, 2015 - Galaxy Press
George R. Pitman Releases Book Exploring Genetic, Social Sources of War
“Why War? An Inquiry into the Genetic and Social Sources of Human Warfare” explores the genetic, evolutionary, neurological and social origins of human warfare. Dog Ear Publishing releases a new book that delves into the deep-seated reasons why humans wage war on one another. - December 09, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Book Goes Behind Scenes of Notorious Savannah Murder Case
A former lawyer and assistant district attorney dissect a famous murder case later turned into a best seller and motion picture in this new book soon to be released by Dog Ear Publishing. - December 09, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Princess Stars in New Adventure Tale by Elissa Briskin Greenberg
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a children’s book featuring a beautiful young princess and a new friend she meets while out riding. - December 08, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Aletheian Journeys: The Arrow Bringer, a YA Fantasy, Coming 12/15/15
Inspired by the works of C.S. Lewis, The Aletheian Journeys: The Arrow Bringer is a modern fantasy-adventure aimed at rekindling the hope of believing for a new generation. - December 08, 2015 - Gone
Giveaway of "Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape" a Success
A copy of "Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape" was given away via Goodreads with nearly 600 entering. - December 06, 2015 - Shoo-fly Publications
"Sheldon's Diary" by Mary Ellen Quire Available on Amazon.com
If you've ever wondered what your furry, scaly, or feathered friend has really been up to while you're away, then check out "Sheldon's Diary." It just may shed a bit of light on your curiosity. - December 05, 2015 - Mary Ellen Quire
Geoff Notkin Delivers TEDx Talk at Switzerland’s Institut Le Rosey
On Saturday, November 14, Emmy-winning television host and action scientist Geoff Notkin commanded the stage at Institut Le Rosey, delivering an inspiring TEDx talk to the students, faculty and staff of the prestigious Swiss boarding school, along with students of Aiglon College, other prominent... - December 05, 2015 - Aerolite Meteorites, LLC
Private Memoir Highlights the Importance of Emotional Health
Alexis Nicole White is one of thousands of millennials graduating from college in 2008. She is unemployed and inexperienced; trying to figure out what’s next. But with the opportunity to relocate to Atlanta, she is off to fulfill her dreams. - December 05, 2015 - Alexis Nicole White
Milton Joseph Batson Shares Words of Life and Love in New Book
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new volume of poetry and essays that aims to shine some light in a world that’s increasingly dark, sharing the writer’s story of personal growth. - December 04, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Jean Sage’s New Book Shares Life’s Patterns and Influences on Earthly Journey
Dog Ear Publishing reviews an extraordinary new memoir that reveals the author’s deepest thoughts about her life and how she arrived at her current destination. - December 03, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
What is Making the Hollywood Christmas Parade the Biggest Holiday Parade in the World?
One local Hollywood company, Author Services, Inc., has found it very rewarding working with like-minded community members to help grow the parade with the objective of making it the biggest Holiday Parade in the world. - December 02, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Sheri Lynn Francis Releases First Novel Starring Immortal Hero
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a classic tale of an innocent who turns to the dark side, only to hope that he can return to the light. - December 02, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
D.B. GaNung’s New Book Portrays His Reflections on Human Situation
Time spent on long voyages around the world allowed D.B. GaNung to ponder the meaning of life, human situations, motivations, and the development of the soul. He shares his insights in a new book released by Dog Ear Publishing. - December 02, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Holiday Offers New Look at Santa Claus
In 1823, the Troy Sentinel published “A Night Before Christmas” by New Yorker Clement Clark Moore, giving America its first glimpse at today’s modern imagination of Jolly Ole St. Nick. One-hundred and fifty years later, another New York author, James H. Dobkowski, has taken this... - December 02, 2015 - James H. Dobkowski
Thought Provoking Fiction Confronts Issues of Technology and the Power to Change the Past
In Search of Sarah – A Time Traveler’s Quandary by Craig Thomas Blake WingSpan Press 2015 Craig Thomas Blake’s novel "In Search of Sarah" poses the question: if you had the power to change the past, would you? Should you? Scott McGregor, a researcher in cutting-edge... - December 02, 2015 - WingSpan Publishing Inc
Lantia Named 2015 Red Herring Top 100 Europe Winner
Lantia, a leading provider of innovative publishing solutions, was chosen as a 2015 Red Herring Europe winner. Lantia’s solutions include the Pentian crowdfunding platform, the world’s first crowdfunding solution that aligns authors and supporters in a mutually beneficial relationship,... - December 01, 2015 - Pentian
A Record Attendance at 84th Anniversary of the Hollywood Christmas Parade That Included Captain Tom Bristol from L. Ron Hubbard’s “Under the Black Ensign”
The 84th anniversary of the Hollywood Christmas Parade is rapidly becoming the largest Christmas Parade in the world and included the 5-story tall Captain Tom Bristol from "Under the Black Ensign" by L. Ron Hubbard. - December 01, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Rick Ley Treats Readers to Swashbuckling, Modern-Day Pirate Tale in New Novel
A group of old college friends, Haitian Voodoo and a legendary pirate captain from the 1700s are featured in this modern-day adventure tale. Dog Ear Publishing reviews “Jolie Rouge,” which blends historical fiction and intrigue into a story for the ages, throwing in a little history along the way. - December 01, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Vertoscope - the Anthology of Villains
A brand new comics anthology exploring the psychology of Villians in sixteen gorgeous original stories. - December 01, 2015 - VERTOSCOPE
Starshow Publications Introduces a New Young Adult Thriller Entitled "The Boy in the Bin." Author Charles W. Massie Has Added This New Book to His Already Popular Series.
Raphael isn't well liked. He is an intelligent boy, quick witted and never at a loss for words. But Raphael came into life with a cleft palate; a hare-lip. He is a young boy, constantly teased by others. - November 30, 2015 - Starshow Publications
"Secondary Impact" (a Dr. Danny Tilson Novel) by Barbara Ebel, M.D.
"Secondary Impact," the fourth Dr. Danny Tilson novel, makes its much anticipated debut and provides yet another impeccable medical fiction story by Barbara Ebel, a seasoned physician author. - November 30, 2015 - Barbara Ebel MD author
Lance LoRusso to be Signing Christian Thriller "Peacemaking" on December 3rd at Kouzina Christos
All Profits Benefit Hunting for Heroes. - November 29, 2015 - Lance LoRusso Books
Six Videos Showing the Viewpoint Vista Stops Along the South Rim Trail of the Grand Canyon, Just Released
Author Frederick Fichman has just released six new recently shot videos showing the breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon from vista points along Desert View Drive at the South Rim. - November 28, 2015 - Frederick Fichman
"Destiel" by Jordyn Burlot Now Available for Pre-Order
"Destiel", the eagerly anticipated debut novel by Jordyn Burlot, will be available for pre-order through major retailers worldwide over the Thanksgiving break, has been announced. Copyhouse Press Ltd of London, the book's publisher, is pleased to confirm that demand is high and the... - November 28, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
From Cedar Grove Books: Draculiza Flies Into Bookstores
Draculiza wishes she could be a princess in one of the fairy tales her mother reads to her at bedtime. She dreams of castles and courts and crowns each night. Alas, she’s from Transylvania and that kind of throws a monkey wrench into her plans. But that doesn’t stop our feisty little vampire. Along with her top advisor, her pet bat Spike, she finds a clever way to break into the fairy tale world and turn it upside down! - November 27, 2015 - Cedar Grove Books
Dr. Temple Grandin is Having a Great Thanksgiving. Two of Her Books Just Earned 2015 Academics’ Choice Awards!
Dr. Temple Grandin, the subject of the award winning HBO biopic, Temple Grandin, and the recipient of Time magazine’s 2010 “100 Most Influential People” issue is having another great week. Two of her books just won 2015 Academics' Choice Awards! - November 26, 2015 - Sensory Focus
"Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape" Added to Collection
The Marysville, KS, Elementary Library will put "Blue Blue Sea Finds His Cape" in their collection. - November 26, 2015 - Shoo-fly Publications
Tony Brooks Releases "First of All" Celebrating the Scottish Diaspora Tapestry Exhibition
Author Tony Brooks (http://amzn.to/1I3AzXo) has timed the re-release of his cherished biographical novel about Catherine Helen Spence, "First of All" (http://bit.ly/1OYHrrx), to coincide with the Scottish Diaspora Tapestry Exhibition (www.scottishdiasporatapestry.org), a celebration of... - November 26, 2015 - Xynobooks
How California Became the Center of the Stem Cell Universe - And Why That Matters to You
When Don Reed's son Roman was paralyzed in a college football game, the two began a 21 year quest for cure-- not just for paralysis, but for all forms of "incurable" disease. Joining with Bob Klein, father of a diabetic son, the Reeds helped pass Proposition 71, the California Stem Cells for Research and Cures Act. What happened next was a quiet triumph, step-by-step progress toward the cure of diseases which have plagued mankind for millennia. - November 25, 2015 - Americans for Cures Foundation
North Pole Stories New Christmas Picture Book Shows Santa Claus as Never Before
Introducing the first Christmas picture book that shows Santa's "other life," after his holiday work is done. Written by a former Weekly Reader company editor, it's a unique gift for kids or grandkids, aged preschool to 7. - November 25, 2015 - North Pole Stories
MPS: Managed Print Services Second Edition; the New Book by Tab Edwards Now Available
Water Group Consultant and business process expert Tab Edwards releases the Second Edition of his bestselling book "MPS: Managed Print Services." - November 24, 2015 - Water Group LLC
"The Answer To Cancer: A Simple Solution For the Western Condition": New Book to be Released for Christmas. Possible Cure for Christmas?
"The Answer To Cancer: A Simple Solution For the Western Condition" is a Christmas 2015 release detailing the cause and potential treatment for cancer and autoimmune disorders. Cancer cure could be possible for Christmas and beyond. The system described in the book demonstrates an attempt to boost autoimmune function in the body by reconciling a toxic gas components found in all sickness. Remediation of toxic gas in the body naturally ushers in oxygen and nutrition, thus killing anaerobes. - November 23, 2015 - TheBrainCan.com
Debut Short Story Collection "Strange Matters" by Bret Allen Promises to Reinvigorate Fantasy
"Strange Matters," the debut fantasy and myth collection by Bret Allen, is now available in print and ebook formats. Twenty tales and poems aimed at putting new twists on fantasy tales, both classic and modern, with praise earned from Neil Gaiman. - November 23, 2015 - Bret Allen: Doing Words
"Draculiza" Flies Into Bookstores
A young vampire girl wishes to be a fairy princess. Having an imagination and wishing on that has always been something everyone does. Draculiza is no different. Her problem, though, is she wants to be a fairy princess; however as fate would have it that's a bit of impossible because she's a... - November 21, 2015 - Cedar Grove Publishing
Journey to the Other Side of the Cosmos with Max and Friends to Rescue Santa from the Clutches of an Evil Wizard. Max Saves Christmas is Available Now.
Max Saves Christmas is a new children's book release by Max P. Productions. It is a heartrending, nail biting, captivating story about a dog and his wild friends who are sent on a quest to rescue Santa from the clutches of an evil wizard. - November 21, 2015 - Max P. Productions
New Children's Picture Book with Stunning Artwork Explores the World of a Hopi Indian Girl
Newly released picture book about a Hopi (pronounced: hope-ee) Indian girl takes readers through many metaphorical doors to explore the different aspects that make each our lives: family, friendship, culture, education, creativity, and nature. TALASI... A Story of Tenderness and Love exposes... - November 21, 2015 - Halo Publishing International
A Novel of Heartbreak and Redemption from James Lewis Martin
Wingspan Press is proud to announce the release of James Lewis Martin’s latest novel, Whistling Women. It is the story of Molly Slaughter, mother of six, who has just been diagnosed with cancer. Trapped in an abusive marriage, Molly withholds the news from her husband, and instead spends the... - November 20, 2015 - WingSpan Publishing Inc
Reader's Favorite Recognizes "Eye of the Storm" in Its 2015 International Book Award Contest
The 2015 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Contest featured thousands of contestants from over a dozen countries. - November 20, 2015 - Elle Klass
Class Act Books Releases Last Entry in Paranormal Series
This month, Class Act Books released the final entry in the award-winning paranormal series, "The Second Species." The series about the aventurieri, a group of people believed to be the origin of the vampire myth, a "second species" of Mankind, centers around Marek Strigoi's... - November 20, 2015 - Class Act Books
Author Tom Ruffles Announces New Book, "Busy Foot Bingtoot (And The Maladies)"
Author Tom Ruffles announces the availability of his new book, "Busy Foot Bingtoot (And The Maladies)." Overview of the book: "We All Have One In Our Family - This Family Has Them All. Security officer Ruffles is hiding in the garage. He was writing a romantic fairy tale when the... - November 19, 2015 - Tom Ruffles
Man of a Thousand Voices, Jim Meskimen, and Internationally Acclaimed Musician, David Campbell, to Perform One Night Only, November 21, at the L. Ron Hubbard Theatre
Special performance with all proceeds benefitting Hollywood Arts Council Project SOAR. For family friendly things to do in Los Angeles, attend a live theater production of the spectrally chilling fantasy, “The Devil’s Rescue” by L. Ron Hubbard. - November 19, 2015 - Galaxy Press