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Author Nan McAdam Announces Book Release "Charlie Kadabra, Last of the Magicians" - Saving Mim
Charlie Kadabra, Saving Mim will begin a series of action/fantasy books for ages ten and up, by Nan McAdam. The first book in the series, Saving Mim, tells the story of Charlie Kadabra, abandoned as a baby in another world, without magic. He discovers he’s the last of a breed of magicians... - February 19, 2015 - Nan McAdam
Ereading.com® to Launch Ecommerce Bookstore Supporting Literacy and Education
Ereading.com® launched its new consumer information website today. When the official Ereading.com® ecommerce website launches in Quarter 4 of 2015, it will be the world’s largest independent online bookstore, offering over 22 million new and used print books, ebooks, comics, audio books, and reading-related merchandise items and free, dedicated e-reading apps for iOS and Android mobile devices. - February 19, 2015 - Eread Technologies, Inc.
Class Act Books Announces February Releases
Cowboy and aliens head the list for Class Act Books' February releases. This month's titles are: Cadre of Vampires by Kenneth Gordon Cafe Serenity by Jacqueline Paige NEBRASKA: Walk the Shadow Trail by Toni V. Sweeney "There is a cadre of vampires in my town, but no one believes me!"... - February 19, 2015 - Class Act Books
Light of the Moon Publishing Releases New Novel from G.W. Mullins, "Jason and Alexander a Gay Paranormal Romance Story"
G.W. Mullins' new release takes on the paranormal in the form of a new gay novel, titled "Jason And Alexander A Gay Paranormal Romance Story." Mullins' book is a paranormal ghost story filled with mystery, adventure and a heartwarming story of love. It is the story of two gay teens finding their place in this world. - February 19, 2015 - Light Of The Moon Publishing
Now in Print & eBook: Damaged Goods: "A Detective Inspector White Caper" by Jack Everett & David Coles
Barking Rain Press today released the paperback and eBook versions of “Damaged Goods: A Detective Inspector White Caper,” the first book in the "D.I. White Mysteries" series from the UK-based writing team of Jack Everett and David Coles. - February 19, 2015 - Barking Rain Press
Now in Print & eBook: "To Suffer a Witch" by California Author Christopher Treagus
Barking Rain Press announced the paperback and eBook release of "To Suffer a Witch," the first book in the paranormal dark fantasy trilogy "The Blackthorne Chronicles," by Santa Rosa, California, author Christopher Treagus. - February 17, 2015 - Barking Rain Press
Floyd & Mikki 2: Zombie Slayers Released on Valentine's Day
Floyd and Mikki continue their adventures from Book 1 in this hilarious, action-packed sequel. The zombies get badder, the weapons get bigger, and Floyd and Mikki get better. More laughs and nonstop thrills as the two heroes rely on each other and try to find a home in a dystopian world. - February 16, 2015 - Munched Kitty Publications
Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids Launch Rebellious “I Am Not Selling My Tooth!” at Children’s Museums for Children’s Dental Health Month (Feb. 20)
Kelli Nielsen (Author) and Kelly Hawkins (Illustrator) of Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids will launch their newest book “I Am Not Selling My Tooth!” Fri. Feb. 20 at the Children’s Museum of Skagit County and Imagine Children’s Museum in Everett, Wash. in honor of Children's Dental Health Month. - February 16, 2015 - Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids
Bookangel.co.uk Launches Newspaper Reviews Column for Small Press Books
Bookangel.co.uk are delighted to announce that their first newspaper review column has gone live. By arrangement with the Caterham and District Independent Bookangel will be providing reviews of small press and indie books for the February, March and April issues. Bookangel.co.uk is an ebook... - February 15, 2015 - Bookangel (for Ragged Angel Ltd)
GF Books Publication. A Spiritual Hitchhike Through France - Young People Deserve the Chance to Find Out Who They Are Before Committing to a Life They May Regret Forever.
Gerald Freeman believes the very fact that the truth shocks people means there is a dire need for more of it in the world and that sharing our experiences on this planet Earth, we make each other stronger. - February 14, 2015 - GF Books
Holocaust Memorial Center to Host Author Talk and Presentation on "The Long Journey to Cleveland," Feb. 15
Ruder’s story tells of the hidden connections between his parents’ families, the improbable events that led to his parents meeting and overcoming enormous religious and cultural chasms. - February 14, 2015 - Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus
Randy Jernigan Reissues Losing to Win and Talks About Life and Career Changes
Randy Jernigan’s defining moment has influenced not only the course of his life, but it has affected countless others’ who have followed his inspiring story of renewal and hope. From Creative Partners Publishing. - February 14, 2015 - Creative Partners Publishing
Fine Art & Antiques Auction
Bringing the public unique fine art and antique items from around the world. - February 13, 2015 - Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
Author Susie S. Mozell-Smith Releases Her Novel, “Lily Grace: The Prophetic Word of God”
“Lily Grace is a supernatural book given by God to prove that God and Science coexist. The book contains scientific and spiritual knowledge about creation and serves as proof that we are now officially in the beginning of the end of time." -Susie S. Mozell-Smith, Author of Lily Grace: The Prophetic Word of God - February 13, 2015 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
The Perfect Combo Celebrates Big Success
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County & Jack In The Box: The Perfect Combo Celebrates Big Success - February 13, 2015 - Febbo Media, LLC.
Art Gilliam Discusses "One America" During Black History Month at Church of Scientology
Art Gilliam shared his experience of growing up in the Deep South during the 1950s in his new book "One America," and will host a talk and book signing in February. - February 13, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
The Golden Chalice of Hunahpu by William Vlach is Praised in a New Review by the Historical Novel Society
The Historical Novel Society, in a recent review, has praised the literary historical novel The Golden Chalice of Hunahpú: A Novel of the Spanish Attack on the Maya (Full Court Press, 2014). The reviewer, Charlotte Kirsch, states, "The Spanish conquest of the Mayan civilization in the... - February 12, 2015 - William Vlach
Brownstone Poets Presents Amy Barone, Maria Lisella, and Sweta Srivastava Vikram Saturday, March 7 at 2:30 P.M. at Park Plaza Restaurant in Historic Brooklyn Heights
Brownstone Poets presents Amy Barone, Maria Lisella, and Sweta Srivastava Vikram Saturday, March 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in historic Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy the varied menu at this affordable family-run diner while listening to great poetry. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and there's an open mic as well. - February 12, 2015 - The Brownstone Poets
New Family Saga Novella Released by Serealities Press and Author Holly L. Aasen – "Heart of Palms"
Serealities Press and author, Holly L. Aasen are pleased to announce the release of a new family drama/saga novella, "Heart of Palms." - February 12, 2015 - Holly L. Aasen
TUPAC Unseen: eBook & Website Publishes Previously-Unseen Tupac Shakur Collection of Photographs, Showing Icon in Rare New Light Now Available on Amazon, iTunes, Kobo...
Joel D. Levinson photographed Tupac Shakur in 1993, creating portraits that showed the human side of an icon. Two-decades later, Levinson is making these 'hidden' portraits public along with Original Artwork, launching a new book and website in a project entitled "TUPAC Unseen." - February 11, 2015 - A Picture Book, LLC
New Book of Interviews with Poet Gregory Corso Sheds Light on His Life, Works, and the Beat Generation
A collection of rare and out-of-print interviews with Gregory Corso, one of the founders of the Beat movement in American literature - February 11, 2015 - Tough Poets Press
2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections - United States & Canada
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library announces 2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections. - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
2015 Gold Medal Book Selections - United Kingdom
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is releasing their 2015 book selection list for the United Kingdom. Each year, the esteemed Gold Medal Book Selection Committee, a specially selected panel of early childhood literacy experts, is responsible for reviewing hundreds of potential titles for... - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
Author Aundrea Y. Wilcox Releases New Audiobook Startup Savvy, for Startups and New Business Owners
Available on Audible, iTunes and Amazon, "Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival and Success" is now available as an audiobook. - February 10, 2015 - Author Aundrea Y. Wilcox
Tiece Presents "It's Either Me Or Her," Written by National Bestseller Authors, Tiece and Tonii
"It's Either Me Or Her," is an African American Urban Fiction Novel that is filled with unbelievable twists and unexpected events. - February 09, 2015 - Tiece Presents
Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids Launch New Book "I Am Not Selling My Tooth!" with KAPS Mike in the Morning (2/9 @ 7:30 AM): Kids Dental Health Month Museum Events
Mom Entrepreneurs Kelli Nielsen (Author) and Kelly Hawkins (Illustrator) of Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids will appear Mon., Feb. 9 at 7:30 a.m. on Mike Yeoman’s “Mike in the Morning” show (KAPS 102.1 FM / 660 AM) to talk about their newest book, “I Am Not Selling My Tooth!” and discuss their passion for children and books. - February 08, 2015 - Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids
Florida Author Stephen Whitfield Releases New Historical Adventure Novel – "Omari And The People"
Author, Stephen Whitfield is pleased to announce the release of his new historical adventure novel, "Omari And The People." Reviewers are already calling the story epic, enchanting, gripping, fantastic and exciting. - February 08, 2015 - Stephen Whitfield
Author Publishes PG Edition of Popular Book “His PhD is in Hypocrisy and Other Poems about My Crappy Ex-Boyfriend”
Author, Tayo Oredein, releases a “PG” version of her book “His PhD is in Hypocrisy…And Other Poems about My Crappy Ex-Boyfriend” to reach younger audiences. - February 08, 2015 - Gynarchy
Chicago Author Combines Shakespeare, Dante, and History in New Novel
Sordelet Ink releases David Blixt's seventh novel of historical fiction, "The Prince's Doom," exploring the origins of the famous feud in Shakespeare's classic "Romeo & Juliet." - February 07, 2015 - Sordelet Ink
Paranormal Events, Frightening Dreams, and Terror Filled Memories Draw Two Women Together Into an Unthinkable Web of Horror
Author Elle Klass has released her second novel. Volume 1 of the "Ruthless Storm Trilogy, Eye of the Storm Eilida’s Tragedy." - February 07, 2015 - Elle Klass
"$1,000 Start-Ups: 60 Businesses for Micro-Entrepreneurs … and How to Start Them"
Owning and operating a successful business is the deal changer that puts you in control of your destiny. This new book shows how to start a business for less than $1,000, provides 60 examples, and provided a blueprint for how to start each one. - February 07, 2015 - LWL Enterprises, Inc.
Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers Release and Publish "Little Reddy Learns Obedience"
Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers release and publish "Little Reddy Learns Obedience." A children's book in the Lil Quacker Books series. - February 07, 2015 - Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
New Mystery Novella Released by Serealities Press and Author Olivia Batker Pritzker: "House of Harwood"
Serealities Press and author, Olivia Batker Pritzker are pleased to announce the release of a new mystery novella, "House of Harwood." - February 06, 2015 - Olivia Batker Pritzker
Developmental Editor Speaks to Authors on Pacing
Editor Susan Mary Malone Writes New Article for Fiction Writers. - February 05, 2015 - Malone Editorial Services
New Suspenseful Women’s Drama Just Released by Donna M. Zadunajsky – "Family Secrets"
Author, Donna M. Zadunajsky is pleased to announce the release of her new women’s suspenseful drama, "Family Secrets." - February 05, 2015 - Donna M. Zadunajsky
A Shout Out for "The Quiet Room": Nominated for The Eric Hoffer Award
"The Quiet Room" Nomination for the 2015 Eric Hoffer Award for General Fiction - February 05, 2015 - Rona Simmons
Big Image Films releases a Cinematic a Book Trailer for Dennis T. Payne, "2 days In The Life Of A Dead Man"
Big Image Film/founder, Kurt Brabbée, has recently completed a cinematic book trailer for Dennis T. Payne. By using original footage, actors, live locations, music and special effects, Big Image Films created a visual experience around the book, "2 Days In The Life Of A Dead Man." - February 03, 2015 - Big Image Films
"Bucky's Greatest Travels" by Kenneth Leon Roberts is Released and Published by Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
Release of "Bucky's Greatest Travels" a children's book in the Lil Quacker Books series. Written and illustrated by Kenneth Leon Roberts and published by Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers. - February 03, 2015 - Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
Paranormal Romance Guild's Reviewer's Choice Awards Go to Class Act Books Titles
Every January, the Paranormal Romance Guild selects outstanding titles from novels reviewed the previous year. In 2014, three of Class Act Books releases were chosen in three category/genres. They are: "Tuesday's Child" by Icy Snow Blackstone - First Place in Contemporary... - February 02, 2015 - Class Act Books
Double Dragon Publishing Title Earns First Place Award
Every January, the Paranormal Romance Guild select titles reviewed the previous year for their Reviewer's Choice Awards. This year, Double Dragon Publishing's "A Stake in Murder" by Donald Allen Kirch was awarded First Place in Horror. Set in Los Angeles in 1991, "A Stake in... - February 02, 2015 - Double Dragon Publishing
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles for February 2015
Damnation Books and Eternal Press publications continue to bring more quality affordable fiction in e-format, audio, and print. - January 31, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC
New Income Stream for Designers and Artists
Freedom Creative Group opens the doors for EtyArt.com Artist Submissions, and is offering a $10 Bonus to the first 50 registered Artist Contributors. Now artists have a new income opportunity, and creative outlet in which to partake, as well as a new social endeavor to help create the largest repository of name art in the world. - January 31, 2015 - Freedom Creative Group Inc.
Police Detective and Bestselling Author Stacy Eaton Re-Releases Her Paranormal Romantic Suspense Novel "My Blood Runs Blue"
Police detective and bestselling author, Stacy Eaton is pleased to announce the re-release of her paranormal romantic suspense novel, "My Blood Runs Blue." Originally released in 2011, the 2014 version has been revised and re-edited. - January 31, 2015 - Stacy Eaton
Former America’s Got Talent Quarter Finalist Releases New Self-Help Book - "Twelve Qualities of Highly Successful People"
Successful author and motivational speaker, Sati Achath is pleased to announce the release of his new motivational self-help book, "Twelve Qualities of Highly Successful People: And How YOU Can Develop These 12 Qualities." - January 31, 2015 - Sati Achath
Author Ariele Sieling Releases Humorous Science Fiction Tale
Author, Ariele Sieling is pleased to announce the release of her new science fiction adventure, "The Wounded World." Sieling writes Pratchett-style science fiction, and works to blend the potential for human capacity and future technology with a little bit of humor. - January 31, 2015 - Ariele Sieling
From Florida Author Dylan Lee Peters - "The Everflame Fantasy Adventure Book Series" is Now Available in Print and Ebook
Florida author, Dylan Lee Peters is pleased to announce the print release of all four books in his fantasy adventure, Everflame series. Peters also combined all four books into one complete edition of the Everflame series, as well. All of the books have great reviews on Amazon with an average of 4.1 to 4.6 stars ratings. - January 30, 2015 - Dylan Lee Peters
"Collateral Circulation: a Medical Mystery" by Barbara Ebel, M.D.
"Collateral Circulation" makes it's debut and provides yet another powerful Dr. Danny Tilson medical mystery/thriller by Barbara Ebel, a seasoned physician author. - January 29, 2015 - Barbara Ebel MD author
ASD Announces Release of Literary Novel Exploring Science, Religion and Family
ASD Publishing is proud to announce the release of Stephen Kitsakos's debut novel, "The Accidental Pilgrim" that explores the intersection of science, religion, and the unexplainable while crossing several decades. - January 28, 2015 - ASD Publishing
Author T.N. Carpenter Releases Her Novel, “Along the Way to Happily-Ever-After"
“Along the Way to Happily-Ever-After: A Humorous Guide to Weathering the Newlywed Years and Creating a Happy and Lasting Marriage” is a humorous collection of tall tales, personal short stories and advice about the newlywed years and marriage. - January 28, 2015 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
"Love Factually" First Science-Based Book for Finding and Keeping Love
Relationship science publisher LoveScience Media announces launch of "Love Factually: 10 Proven Steps from I Wish to I Do," by Duana C. Welch, Ph.D. - January 28, 2015 - LoveScience Media