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Controversial Invasive Aquatic Plant Species is Subject of New Mystery Thriller Novel
The State of California spent millions of dollars to eradicate it from its clogged waterways; it has been analyzed and studied for use as a biomass in renewable fuels; in 2013 the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Federal Regulatory Announcement and adopted certain... - September 03, 2015 - T.L. Seacliff
Writers of the Future Writers Workshop Delivered by David Farland, Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta and the Winner Twins
Galaxy Press hosted famous Writers of the Future Writers Workshop which was delivered to aspiring and established writers alike. - September 03, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Colorful Iguana Teaches Lesson About Being Content with Life in Children’s Book
A children’s book popping with color tells the story of a young iguana who discovers many other jungle animals don’t share his enjoyment of relaxation. Dog Ear Publishing reviews this new book by artist and writer Buffie Biddle, showing the importance of friendship and loving yourself. - September 03, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Veteran Draws on Life Experiences to Create Volume of Poetry
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a collection of poems that describe love for nature, the world and the creator. - September 03, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Anthology of Southern "Coming Out" Stories Debuts at AJC Decatur Book Festival
Panel of five of the 16 writers from "Crooked Letter" will be at the country's largest independent book festival in Decatur, GA on Sat., Sept. 5. - September 01, 2015 - NewSouth Books
Canine Authors, Max and Luther, Return with "True Tails II from the Dog Park"
Max & Luther Publications will release "True Tails II from the Dog Park," the follow-up book to Kari Sherman's and Carey Laubenberg's first book sharing tips and stories from the perspective of their dogs, Max and Luther. The book's release date is September 1, 2015. - September 01, 2015 - Max and Luther Publications
All Proceeds of the Book Will be Donated to the 100 Club by Bestselling Author Randy E King
Randy E King will be signing copies of his latest book to benefit local police, fire and EMT charity, 100 Club of Arizona. The 100 Club of Arizona is a 501(C)3 organization providing support to municipal, county, tribal, and state law enforcement agencies, public safety officers, correctional, parole & probation officers, firefighters, and their families through various programs and benefits. Through these efforts, they have provided more than 6.6 million to over 1,300 families since initiation. - August 31, 2015 - NWYC
Author Launches New Mashup Style of Book Series
"Free Space: The Real Life Story of a Bingo Queen" is a mock-documentary comedy set in a trashy bingo parlor. But it's also the springboard for an entirely new genre-bending concept in storytelling. - August 31, 2015 - Kynegion House
New Book Encourages Couples to Celebrates Life Even When One of Them Has a Terminal Illness
There's more than one way to tell a sad story, but sharing a true story of love, hope, faith and the loss of a loved one to cancer can be painful, difficult and heart wrenching, as well as uplifting and encouraging. The personal narrative of "Don’t Stop Believing: Our Journey with... - August 31, 2015 - Halo Publishing International
Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release September 2015 Titles
Damnation Books and Eternal Press are owned by William and Kim Richards Gilchrist in Santa Rosa, CA. September 2015 brings new titles from both publishing houses. The couple takes pride in offering Darned Good Fiction on a monthly release schedule. From Damnation Books – "Future... - August 30, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC
"Interview with Mary Jo Putney," the Latest Issue of the Pennsylvania Literary Journal Released
New issue features an interview with Mary Jo Putney, a best-selling romance author, winner of RITAs for Dancing on the Wind and The Rake and the Reformer and on the RWA Honor Roll for bestselling authors. Also included are an interview with an established poet and interim director of the Creative Writing Program at the University of Connecticut, Sean Frederick Forbes, and various other short stories, essays and poetry from R. Sebastian Bennett, Dennis Donham, Joseph De Quattro, and Fred Skolnik. - August 30, 2015 - Anaphora Literary Press
New Book Launch Celebration: "Samantha's Story" by Author Tammy Cantrell Greene
Tammy Cantrell Greene will release her new book, "Samantha's Story" September 26, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Stephens County Historic Courthouse in Toccoa, GA. - August 30, 2015 - Tammy Greene
Writers of the Future Signing at World Con in Seattle
Several Writers of the Future winners were on hand at this year's World Science Fiction convention in Spokane, WA at a book signing featuring "L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 31" published by Galaxy Press. - August 28, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Connecticut Author Featured on Local Author's Day
Connecticut Governor Dannel P. Malloy issued a proclamation naming September 1st, 2015 Connecticut Authors’ Day to recognize Connecticut authors and their contribution to society, the same day of the official publication of Garrison Leykam's new book, "Postcards from the Highway of Life," which will be featured at the Hartford Public Library - August 28, 2015 - Garrison Leykam LLC
New Release: The Salvage of Rapha
Originally written and updated in installments online for the entertainment of friends, "The Salvage of Rapha" now debuts as a science fiction novella, available soon in print. Follow four space explorers as they're stranded on a moon experiencing its apocalypse and forced to navigate natural disasters, a suspicious first contact, and their trust in each other in order to escape. - August 26, 2015 - C. J. Turpin, Author
New Children’s Book Available from El Paso Author Phillip D. Cortez
1580 Publishing is proud to announce a new children’s book by El Paso author Phillip D. Cortez, focusing on teaching readers of all ages the importance of accepting other people – and even other creatures – that are different from us. Ava & the “Monsters” is... - August 26, 2015 - 1580 Publishing
"Internet of Things" Exploits Young Adults in New Book from Lambert Hill
"Behind the Fun Zone" Offers a Cautionary Tale for Tech-absorbed Teens. - August 25, 2015 - Lambert Hill
Start Up to Democratize E-Book Retailing
Imagine a world where e-book sales were not dominated by three huge companies. Imagine a world where thousands of individuals and organizations could compete with the giants of e-commerce. That’s just the world the people at Hummingbird Digital Media envision. - August 25, 2015 - Hummingbird Digital Media
Author M.L. Sanford's New Suspense Thriller, "Auguste and The Condition," Explores Work and Career Change. But Nobody's Was Ever This Rough... or Rewarding as This.
M.L. Sanford's debut novel follows Auguste Kensley on his struggle from poverty to a previously unimaginable career, only to sink into despair due to the havoc it wreaks on regular people, those just like him. His only choices, change careers or go homeless. Then hope emerges, but it is not without consequences, bringing more pain and suffering, and freedom, but only when The Condition is done. - August 24, 2015 - M.L. Sanford
"Rowdy" Wins Prestigious Clemens Medal for Chris Madsen
The Association of Independent Authors is proud to announce Chris Madsen as the inaugural recipient of the prestigious Clemens Medal awarded for a book of outstanding literary quality and design. - August 22, 2015 - Association of Independent Authors
Asmi Ariv’s Poetry Book “The Voice of Soul” Sings Eternal Songs of Soul
The Voice of Soul: The Truth Beyond Time is the message from the source within – an inner calling that speaks in silence and leads to the eternal truth beyond human intellect. - August 22, 2015 - cinemaandmusic.com
Annette Labelle to Release Debut Novel "The Unknown Truth" Through Copyhouse Press Ltd
Ontario Author's First Offering Goes on Release on October 1st, 2015. - August 22, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
New Baby Boomer Book Attracts Early Praise from Acting Legend Ed Asner and Doobie Brothers' Pat Simmons
When was the last time you took a spontaneous road trip or had Sunday dinner together as a family or wrote a hand-written letter to someone you care about? We collect Facebook friends like stamps, have dinner conversations via texting and throw fixable things away that can be repaired. "Postcards from the Highway of Life" is a reminder of the values that defined a generation and a reminder not to lose them. - August 22, 2015 - Garrison Leykam LLC
Eternal Spring Street Edition Honors The Reincarnation of Downtown Los Angeles
Marquis Publishing, an affiliate of the Marquis Gallery announces the release of "Eternal Spring Street: Los Angeles’ Architectural Reincarnation." The edition is California author Marques Vickers’ celebratory pictorial edition recounting the evolution and transformation of... - August 21, 2015 - Marquis Publishing
A Guide for the Romantically Challenged, "Romantic As Hell" is a Fresh and Hysterical Perspective on Romance, Relationships and Dating
RCG Publishing is proud to offer a new book from award-winning humor author Rodney Lacroix, Romantic As Hell - Tales of Woe, Tips of Woo. Sub-titled “A Guide for the Romantically Challenged,” the book is a cornucopia of “How-Tos” and “How Not-Tos” that are sure to give the audience some unique ideas and perspectives on affection and a whole lot of side-splitting laughter. - August 20, 2015 - RCG Publishing
New Novel by George McCarthy Details Man’s Attempt to Save Earth from Destruction
Author George McCarthy explores the possibility of life beyond Earth and the potential to stop the destruction of humanity granted one man in his new fiction offering, released by Dog Ear Publishing. - August 20, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Author Valerie Hockert Releases Her Novel, "As I Await the Hunt"
“As I Await the Hunt” is a novel that explores the reflective thoughts a man has about his family and his life while hunting. - August 20, 2015 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Photographer Genea Barnes Releases Don’t Forget Me, an Art Book Memorializing Ghost Bikes
Photographer Genea Barnes is releasing an art book, featuring her Ghost Bike art; Ghost Bikes are bicycles that have been painted white and placed near a location where a cyclist was killed. With rising numbers of cyclist injuries and fatalities, Barnes hopes to pay respect to lost lives and to bring awareness to the necessity of drivers and bicyclists being aware of their surroundings. - August 20, 2015 - Genea Barnes Photography
New Novel by Michele Duva Stars Brilliant Couple Fated to Love Forever
Math, science and myth play important roles in this unusual love story for the ages. Dog Ear Publishing reviews the latest novel by Michele Duva, who explores the relationship between cosmology, math and Mayan beliefs and how they shape the human condition in love and loss. - August 19, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
"You-Turn" Pulls Into First Place as Amazon Bestseller
Nonfiction "You-Turn: Changing Direction in Midlife" recently peeled out as #1 Amazon Bestseller in lifespan development and hypnosis categories. A collection of "over 40 stories of people over 40" who made amazing changes in midlife, "You-Turn" is also loaded with self-help tips for reinvention at any age. - August 18, 2015 - Dr. Nancy B. Irwin
“You Want To Be An Entrepreneur” New Book by Successful Serial Entrepreneur, Jeff Stoller, Offers a Blueprint for Small Business Owners
Jeff Stoller, JD, MBA, MBT, wrote “You Want To Be An Entrepreneur”: Success Requires More Than Just a Good Idea, to offer great advice and practical insight to the budding entrepreneur. - August 18, 2015 - Jeff Stoller
Nancy Stearns Theiss Releases New Book Chronicling Important Freemason’s Life
Dog Ear Publishing reviews a new book on the life of 19th century writer and Order of the Eastern Star founder Rob Morris, who spread the organization’s message with his words. The author often visited the Rob Morris home as a child, leaving her curious about his accomplishments. - August 18, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Leveraging Open Source for Success in the Software Business
Dr. Karl Michael Popp publishes "Best practices on commercial use of open source software," a book well suited for executives, managers and developers of software companies who make use of open source software. - August 17, 2015 - drkarlpopp.com
Texas Ranger Tackles Murder Case in Carlene Keim’s Latest Western
A Texas Ranger searches the small towns of Texas for a cold-blooded killer in this new book released by Dog Ear Publishing. It’s the third in a series of books about the ruggedly handsome Buchanan brothers. - August 17, 2015 - Dog Ear Publishing
Class Act Books for August Feature Continuing Series, New Authors
On August 15, Class Act Books announced its releases for this month. They include another entry in the series The Second Species, and also a new author for the CAB imprint, as well as a debuting author. "Shadow Avenged" by Tony-Paul de Vissage, is the sixth book of the Second Species... - August 17, 2015 - Class Act Books
"The Olive Tree" by Deborah Anderson, Published by Copyhouse Press, is a Hit from Day One
Debut novel by UK author smashes into Amazon best-seller top 100 list for Women's Literary Fiction. - August 15, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
Hasslein Books to Publish "Messing with Telemarketers"
Written by Haven Riney, the book will feature hundreds of actual phone calls hilariously turning the tables on intrusive nuisances, fighting fire not with fire but with illogic, idiocy and insanity. - August 14, 2015 - Hasslein Books
Copyhouse Press Announces Forthcoming Releases
Copyhouse Press Ltd of London is pleased to announce its updated schedule of upcoming releases, which is as follows: September 1st, 2015 -"Taking Back September" by Sammie Smith... September 15th, 2015 -"Nightingale" by Jyri Hamalainen... September 15th, 2015 -"Land of... - August 13, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
Jens Oliver Meiert with New Travel and Adventure Book, “Journey of J.”
Adventurer and technologist Jens Oliver Meiert publishes new book, “Journey of J.—Around the World in 557 Days, 1,017 Photos, and 291 Personal Notes” (meiert.com/journey). - August 12, 2015 - Meiert Research & Development
Speaker/Author, Gina Soleil Just Wrote a New Rule Book on How to Run a Business
Look Out Corporate America, Times Have Changed and Speaker/Author, Gina Soleil Just Wrote a New Rule Book on How to Run a Business Employees are fed up, tired and desperately seeking a place to work that makes them feel energized and happy. Workplace exhaustion is costing corporations billions. - August 10, 2015 - Gina Soleil, LLC
Second Novel by R. Gayle Hawkins Available Pre-Order Through Amazon
R. Gayle Hawkins second novel, "The Strive for Life and Love," is available through Amazon. The novel will not release until October 30, but Amazon offers pre-order. - August 10, 2015 - R. Gayle Hawkins
New Book Demystifies Flesh-Eating Disease, Shares Breakthrough Treatment
Comprehensive resource regarding flesh-eating disease that is a must for survivors, surviving family members, educators, medical professionals, medical students and others who are impacted or interested in the symptoms, manifestation, and treatment of this deadly disease. - August 09, 2015 - National Necrotizing Fasciitis Foundation
Stacey R. Campbell Will Read and Sign Her New Teen "Scream" Thriller at University of Washington Bookstore: Book Launch Party 8/11
Tues., Aug. 11 at 6pm, University of Washington Bookstore in Bellevue, Wash. will welcome prolific author Stacey R. Campbell to celebrate the launch of her new teen thriller. “Scream”—Book 3 in the Young Adult "Lakeview Series." Campbell will be on hand to read and sign... - August 09, 2015 - Stacey R. Campbell
"The Olive Tree" - The Debut by UK-Based Author Deborah Anderson - Released by Copyhouse Press
Eagerly Awaited Novel by Cornish Author to be Released on 12th August - August 08, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
Lights. Camera. Adopt! Perfect Exposure for Kansas City Shelter Animals
HeARTs Speak is a 501c3, global network of animal photographers, graphic designers, writers, illustrators, painters and advocates who provide their time and professional services, pro-bono, to animal welfare organizations in their communities. Its mission is to create a united voice for animals through art. - August 07, 2015 - HeARTs Speak
BookWhirl Features Publishers Weekly in New Service
The self-publishing company introduces its newest service for August. - August 07, 2015 - BookWhirl Publishing
Green Darner Press Announces Plan for October Release of WWI Nurse’s Trauma Memoir “The Lavender House in Meuse” by Gail Noble-Sanderson
Kari Hock, Managing Editor of Seattle’s Green Darner Press, has announced plans to release Gail Noble-Sanderson’s “The Lavender House in Meuse” in October of this year. The “past-life-remembered memoir” charts the post-war course of healing taken by a young nurse traumatized by her tragic experiences at the Front during World War I. - August 07, 2015 - Gail Noble-Sanderson Author
Retired New York City Cop and Emmy Award Winning Brother Brings "Lake of Fire" to Life in a New Crime Novel from Kellan Publishing
"Lake of Fire" is a tale of two men; one searching for the truth, the other running from it. The death of a police officer haunts each of their lives in different ways, though they are bound by the same nightmare; a tranquil lake, suddenly transformed into a deadly inferno. - August 07, 2015 - Billypepitone.com
Bestselling Sci Fi and Fantasy Authors Host Hollywood Writing Workshop
New York Times Bestselling authors Dave Farland, Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta and the Winner Twins have announced that they will be instructing the Writers of the Future Writing Workshop in Hollywood this August. - August 06, 2015 - Galaxy Press
"Atharon:Exordium" Already Setting Pulses Racing in World of Fantasy Fandom and Beyond
First Novel by Argent Hellion - Published by Copyhouse Press - Becoming Most Eagerly Awaited Fantasy Debut of the Decade to Date. - August 06, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd