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"Unremembered Things" (Book #1 of the Wood Nymph Chronicles) is Now Available on Amazon
"Unremembered Things" (Book #1 in the Wood Nymph Chronicles) the new edgy paranormal romance novel from Australian author, Rachel Tsoumbakos, is now available to purchase from Amazon. - March 12, 2015 - Rachel Tsoumbakos
Northwest Passage Mysteries, a LGBT Universe Told Transmedia
With the release of “Cairo Café” this month, a new comic book series set in the same world as parent book series “Northwest Passage Mysteries,” creator and writer Gary Alan Hidalgo has accomplished the first phase of his transmedia vision of a shared storytelling... - March 11, 2015 - Gary Alan Hidalgo
Reader’s Digest Association Grants Exclusive License to The Reader’s Guild, LLC to Market Condensed Books as Classic Editions
The Reader’s Guild will release notable titles from celebrated authors under the name Reader’s Digest Classic Editions. - March 11, 2015 - The Reader's Guild
Suspense Publishing Releases "What Has Mother Done" by Debut Author Barbara Petty
Suspense Publishing is pleased to announce that debut author Barbara Petty will be releasing her first book "What Has Mother Done." Suspense Publishing in an imprint of Suspense Magazine. Barbara was a very successful magazine editor, newspaper reporter and animation scriptwriter for such shows as Transformers and G.I. Joe. - March 11, 2015 - Suspense Publishing
New Book on Alternative Religion Includes God, Ethics and Flying Saucers
“Religion WITHOUT God” by Rev. Enrich introduces new, alternative religion that has people and not God at its center. It is a religion that doesn’t divide but unites for important collective objectives. The book will arrive on all major book markets by the end of March 2015 as a paperback and eBook. - March 10, 2015 - Sturm Enrich
"Between States" the Debut Paranormal Fiction Novel from British Author Sean Catt
In the opening salvo of a planned series of action packed books, Sean has come at the paranormal world of shapeshifters from a different angle to most writers. Sean attempts to bring to the reader something quite different. By making his characters more believable, he hopes to draw the reader deeper into the mysterious, shadowy world of the shapeshifters. - March 08, 2015 - Rough Image Publishing
The Unveiling of the Book, "Maya: Initiate 39"
“Maya: Initiate 39” A Tale of Struggle and Triumph of Maya By Chimezie Ihekuna Author: Mr. Ben The book, “Maya: Initiate 39” was officially released on February 26, 2015 by Linkville Press, situated in Klamath Falls, Oregon USA. It links children's fiction to adult fiction... - March 08, 2015 - Mr. Ben, Author
Poetry Author Chad Armel Releases Inspiring Poetry Book
Author Chad Armel of Greensburg, Pennsylvania has recently launched his thought provoking poetry book “Stepping Stones” at Barnes & Noble, Google Play, as well as other online retailers. Armel, a writer and blogger, has been working toward publication for nine years. After several... - March 08, 2015 - Chad Armel
4 Steps to Authentic Living
It is possible to step out of pain and suffering, enjoy enhanced relationships, and find life purpose. The new book, "FUEL Your Life," goes beyond the conceptual understanding of spirituality, and provides a 4-point practice as a means of creating positive change and self-empowerment. - March 07, 2015 - Gina Charles
New YA Fantasy Novel Highlights Cherokee History, Myths and Traditions
Coming of age tale with the protagonist on a vision quest involving the infamous Indian Removal Act of 1830 and the Cherokee Trail of Tears experience. - March 07, 2015 - Willow Way Creations
New York Author Releases Second Book In The Mary Jo Melendez Mystery Series - "Silicon Slummin'...and Just Gettin' By"
New York author, Steven M. Moore is pleased to announce the release of the second book in his suspenseful Mary Jo Melendez Mystery series, "Silicon Slummin'...and Just Gettin' By." "Muddlin’ Through," the first book in the series was released during the summer of 2014. - March 07, 2015 - Steven M. Moore
Georgia Author Adrian Heflin Promotes His Tragic Family Saga: "Lady of the Manor"
Georgia author, Adrian Heflin is pleased to announce the promotion of his tragic family saga, "Lady of the Manor." - March 07, 2015 - Adrian Heflin
Barnes & Noble Hosts Author and Speaker Mike Rodriguez in Frisco, Texas
Internationally known motivational speaker and Author Mike Rodriguez, of Frisco, TX, will be speaking about and signing his powerful sales book "Finding Your WHY" this May, 2015, at Barnes & Noble in Frisco, Texas. Author Mike Rodriguez delivers profound strategies and insight into... - March 06, 2015 - Mike Rodriguez International
Githiga Shares Secret to Successful Marriage in New Book
Dr. John Githiga reveals in his new book the building blocks of a successful marriage and the factors that could destroy it. The book contains a collection of short stories inspired by couple of different cultures and situations. It also draws reference from the author’s own faithful marriage and religious beliefs. - March 06, 2015 - Book Venture
Local Author & CSUN Grad Student Wins Young Adult Book of the Month
Southern California Author and California State University, Northridge Graduate Student Sofia Diana Gabel Won Long and Short Review’s February Young Adult Book of the Month for Her Science Fiction Novel, "Two Brothers: Origin, the First in the Ramtalan Trilogy" - March 06, 2015 - Escargot Books and Music
Amazon Launches “Roadmaps for the Sexually Challenged: All’s Not Fair in Love or War” with E-Book KDP Giveaway (3/7-3/8): “Fifty Shades of Hot”
L.A. Author Marlan Warren’s new novel “Roadmaps for the Sexually Challenged: All’s not fair in Love or War” will be offered as a free e-book via Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing platform Sat., March 7 through Sun., March 8. - March 05, 2015 - Roadmap Girl Publications
London Author Intertwines His Children’s Sci-fi Adventure with Local Time Trap Trails
U.K. author Richard Smith intertwines his children’s sci-fi adventure "Time Trap" with the Time Trap Trails in London to show travelers and readers parts of London they may not normally see. - March 05, 2015 - Richard Smith
Health and Wellness Consultant Peter Mangiola Releases Free Caregiver 911 Audit Online Preceding Publication of The 7 Causes of Caregiver Guilt
Health and wellness expert Peter Mangiola, RN, MSN, is a seasoned expert in the area of elder care. To help caregivers cope with the overwhelming responsibilities of caring for an aging relative, he has made available a free online caregiver audit on his website. - March 04, 2015 - Peter Mangiola RN MSN
67 Wine & Spirits Presents 67 Wine-Book Club with Author Kerin O'Keefe
67 Wine announces the first installment of it’s new 67 Wine-Book Club, to be held Friday, March 6th, from 4-7PM at their store. 67 Wine is now featuring "Barolo and Barbaresco: The King and Queen of Italian Wine" by Kerin O'Keefe. - March 04, 2015 - 67 Wine & Spirits
No Cost Events Scheduled All Day During Bookfair Fundraiser at Barnes & Noble (Bookstar) in Point Loma
A full day of no cost events is scheduled for the San Diego Writers, Ink’s (SDWI) fundraiser at the Barnes & Noble’s Point Loma Bookstar location on Saturday, March 7. Starting at 11 a.m. hear about the Junipero Serra controversy by author Jim Downs of the recently published The... - March 04, 2015 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Alumni Author Book Signing for "Butterflies Rising" at Dean College
Author Arlene Lagos, Dean College Alumni class of ‘94 will be back on the Franklin campus on Sunday, March 8th from 3-5pm in the Golder Room to hold a book signing for her latest novel, “Butterflies Rising”. Currently, Lagos is working with Dean of the Arts, David Krasner in... - March 04, 2015 - Author Arlene Lagos
Dan Milstein’s Third Book, "Street Smart Selling," Earns Top Honors at Great Northwest Book Festival
Dan Milstein’s third book, "Street Smart Selling, How to Be a Sales Superstar," released in July 2014, has earned top honors once again, now named the Winner in the Business Category of the 2015 Great Northwest Book Festival. "Street Smart Selling" was also selected as the... - March 03, 2015 - Gold Star Mortgage Financial Group
Fantasy Author Celebrates Women's History Month by Shining Light on The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
If Marvel's Agent Peggy Carter were real, she'd be an operative of the Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, an organization of female spies who sabotaged the Nazis and helped pave the way for D-Day. Author Alesha Escobar is sharing their story during Women's History Month and offering discounted ebook copies of the Amazon bestselling Gray Tower Trilogy, a fantasy series centered on a wizardly female spy. - March 02, 2015 - Creative Alchemy, Inc.
Chef Geraldine Gilliland Set to Release New Cookbook “The Lula Cocina Cookbook-Recipes from Mexico to Malibu”
Renowned Restaurateur and animal welfare advocate Chef Geraldine Gilliland will debut her most recent cookbook entitled, “The Lula Cocina Cookbook-Recipes from Mexico to Malibu” on May 5, 2015. It will feature recipes from her successful Santa Monica restaurant Lula Cocina Mexicana, and all proceed from the book will be donated to the non-profit organization “Chiquita’s Friends.” - March 02, 2015 - The Lula Cocina Cookbook
BrickWarriors Publishing's "Riddle of Regicide," Being Turned Into Lego
Characters from "Riddle of Regicide" are being turned into custom Lego minifigures by BrickWarriors. - March 01, 2015 - BrickWarriors
29 of the World's Top Dark Fiction Writers Look at the "What-if’s" of Our Expiring Future
EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing is pleased to announce the featured authors of the new anthology "Expiration Date" edited by Nancy Kilpatrick. The new anthology from EDGE focuses on the what-ifs of the "end-dates" that surround us, and how they impact our lives and... - February 28, 2015 - EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles for March 2015
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles. - February 27, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC
Splendour Dynasty and Seye Oke Announces the Release of an Inspirational Fiction Book Titled "Barrow Boy"
Splendour Dynasty and Seye Oke are proud to offer the latest work from Seye Oke, "Barrow Boy," hitting bookstores everywhere on Thursday 26th February 2015. - February 27, 2015 - Splendour Dynasty
Kelli and Kelly Books to Guest on Seattle's "New Day" TV Show (KING 5) Re: Their New Book, "I Am NOT Selling My Tooth!"
On Mon., March 2 Mom Entrepreneurs Kelli Nielsen (Author) and Kelly Hawkins (Illustrator) of Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids will be featured on Seattle's "New Day" morning show (KING 5 at 11 a.m. and KONG 16 at 2 p.m.) introducing their newest book, “I Am NOT Selling My Tooth!”—a picture book that supports children’s need to make their own decisions about how to cope with life changes. - February 26, 2015 - Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids
Colorado Author Promotes the First Book in Her the Prophecy of Kalodorim Fantasy Book Series
Author Misty D. Billman is pleased to announce the promotion of the first book in her The Prophecy of Kalodorim fantasy book series, "Revelations." - February 26, 2015 - Misty D. Billman
New Science Fiction Trilogy Released by Author Matthew Kennedy – "Gamers and Gods"
Author, Matthew Kennedy is pleased to announce the release of his science fiction trilogy, Gamers and Gods. Gamers and Gods is a trilogy about a war between two pantheons for control of mankind. All three books were released in November 2014. The books are already being called uniquely creative by... - February 26, 2015 - Matthew Kennedy
Massachusetts Author Shares Her Story of Love, Heartbreak, Betrayal, and Marriage in Her New Memoir, "As Ever, Pudd"
Author Anita Ann Caruso is pleased to announce the promotion of her loving memoir, "As Ever, Pudd: A Love Story That Never Ends." Released by SDP Publishing in 2014, Caruso shares her story of love, betrayal, marriage, and loss of her husband, Lou. - February 26, 2015 - Anita Ann Caruso
Summer Game Books Releases New Book by Baseball Author Mike Shannon
"WHOLE LOT OF BAR-B-Q" is a New Collection of Hilarious Baseball Short Stories - February 25, 2015 - Summer Game Books
Amy Vaughan Announces Release of "Positively Sensory!"
Amy Vaughan has released her first book, "Positively Sensory! A Guide to Help Your Child Develop Positive Approaches to Learning and Cope with Sensory Processing Difficulty," currently available online at Amazon.com and other booksellers. New guide for parents, professionals and teachers integrates Learning Strengths Profile assessment tool. - February 24, 2015 - Scribble Media, LLC
Author Writes Book of Proverbs to Guide Others Through Life's Challenges
Caribbean Author Lawrence Elliott says "you can apply certain Christian principals to your life to overcome any struggle and be successful." That’s why he wrote a book called, “Practical Proverbs for Everyday Living,” which was recently released by Halo Publishing... - February 24, 2015 - Halo Publishing International
New Children’s Picture Book Celebrates Armenian Easter Traditions
As the world reflects on the Armenian tragedy of 1915, Pomegranate Publishing has released a new children’s picture book, Mariam’s Easter Parade, which celebrates the traditions of the Armenian culture. Written by Marianne Markarian and illustrated by Margaret Markarian Wasielewski, Mariam’s Easter Parade is a light-hearted story of young girl who might be too small to help with the Easter preparations, but she is clever enough to celebrate with her own special parade! - February 23, 2015 - Pomegranate Publishing
New Chick Lit Novella Released by Serealities Press and Author Megan McLachlan – "Loan Some"
Serealities Press and author, Megan McLachlan are pleased to announce the release of the new chick lit novella, "Loan Some." - February 23, 2015 - Megan McLachlan
YA Science Fiction Novella Released by Serealities Press and Authors John Zakour and Elena Beloff – "Quantum Voyeur"
Serealities Press and authors, John Zakour and Elena Beloff are pleased to announce the release of the new YA time travel science fiction novella, "Quantum Voyeur." - February 23, 2015 - John Zakour
Storytellers Campfire Radio Show Announces the Marble Award Winners on Sunday
Storytellers Campfire will host a Live Broadcast Radio Show for presenting the well anticipated Marble Awards on Sunday, February, 22, 2015 at 8:00 PM Pacific Time. - February 21, 2015 - Storytellers Campfire
Sonny Starr, LLC’s Publishing Division, Sonny Starr Publish, Uses Its Fantasy Novel "Destiny" to Battle the Real Life Disease, "Sarcoidosis"
Sonny Starr, LLC, launches its publishing division, Sonny Starr Publish, based in Murrieta, California, featuring its new fantasy book, "Destiny," written by the author, Miss Jazzy. The company’s first novel of the Destiny Series is scheduled to be released in the spring of 2015. Sonny Starr, LLC in affiliation with the Sarcoidosis Network Foundation (SNF), donates a significant amount of its proceeds from their book sales to help find a cure for Sarcoidosis. - February 21, 2015 - Sonny Starr, LLC
Children's Book Release - "American Pride" Released by Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
Children's book release - "American Pride." A Lil Quacker Book by Kenneth Leon Roberts published by Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers - February 21, 2015 - Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
I-5 Publishing's Rescue Proud and Ready, Set, Rescue Recognized for Five 2014 Dog Writers Association of America Awards
Rescue Proud is Awarded the Maxwell Medallion for Best Article in Rescue Category. - February 21, 2015 - I-5 Publishing
I-5 Publishing’s Family of Print and Online Publications Are Recognized by the Dog Writers Association of America
Dogster.com and Rescue Proud and Dog Fancy Presented with 2014 DWAA Awards for Excellence in Writing with Catster.com and Ready, Set Rescue among the nominees. - February 21, 2015 - I-5 Publishing
Summer Game Books Announces Cover Art Deal with Renowned Baseball Artist Lindsay Frost
Lindsay Frost Baseball Art Featured on 2015 Summer Game Books Releases. - February 21, 2015 - Summer Game Books
Randy Jernigan Reissues Love Stories Book and Ventures Into New Territory with Screenplay
Veteran writer Randy Jernigan will reissue his best selling love stories and is in negotiations with a film studio for his new screenplay says Creative Partners Publishing. - February 21, 2015 - Creative Partners Publishing
New Work by Leif Gregersen Exceeds All Expectations as Previous Memoir Sales Continue to be Strong
Leif Gregersen, writer of poetry, short stories, freelance magazine articles and Young Adult and Children's Books, has penned and published a new memoir, titled, "Inching Back To Sane" as a continuation of his previous work, "Through The Withering Storm." - February 20, 2015 - Leif Gregersen
Author Arlene Lagos Releases Second Novel in the Butterfly Series with, "Butterflies Rising"
As the underground female mafia continues to grow, something dark is lurking in the shadows. Bodies are piling up and all the signs point to the Butterflies. Who is out to frame them and why? As they try and uncover the truth, they get closer to endangering themselves and their friends. Will they be able to find the real killer before the FBI finds them? - February 20, 2015 - Author Arlene Lagos
Local Author Launches Publishing Company with Debut Novel - EMP Publishing Blasts Off with SciFi/Superhero Trilogy Series "The Society" by Jennifer Word
New imprint EMP Publishing marks its debut alongside author Jennifer Word's novel, "The Society-Book One: Genesis." Jennifer Word launched her career two-fold this week with EMP and her science fiction adventure trilogy. Featuring superheroes, aliens, an evil government secret facility, an intergalactic war, and a cosmic mystery, there's no other series like it. When asked to describe her trilogy, Word said, "It's utterly unique and compelling entertainment." - February 19, 2015 - EMP Publishing
Light of the Moon Publishing Releases New Mullins / Hause Book "Medicine Man - Shamanism, Natural Healing, Remedies and Stories of the Native American Indians"
Author G.W. Mullins and Artist C.L. Hause have teamed up once again to present a new historical Native American book titled "Medicine Man - Shamanism, Natural Healing, Remedies And Stories of The Native American Indians." - February 19, 2015 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Light of the Moon Publishing Releases New Mullins / Hause Book "Native American Cooking An Indian Cookbook with Legends, and Folklore"
Light Of The Moon Publishing proudly presents the latest collaboration between Author G.W. Mullins and Artist C.L. Hause. "Native American Cooking An Indian Cookbook with Legends, and Folklore" presents a rich history of the native American Indians through food and stories of their past. Containing more than 320 pages in 6x9 format, this book is packed with recipes, a large collection of native inspired art and entertaining stories about life, beliefs, hunting, and of course food. - February 19, 2015 - Light Of The Moon Publishing