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Author Matthew W. Miller’s Newly Released Cookbook, "Over Coming Obstacles in Diabetic Cooking" Published by Halo Publishing International
When you live with diabetes, you quickly realize your immediate family lives with it, too. Author Matthew W. Miller’s newly released cookbook, “Over Coming Obstacles in Diabetic Cooking” is special because it is written by someone who knows the challenges of diabetic cooking with... - July 18, 2015 - Halo Publishing International
Green Darner Press Releases Teen "Scream" Novel 7/20: Author Stacey R. Campbell Talks Scary School Lunches
On July 20, Green Darner Press will release Stacey R. Campbell's "Scream"—a teen thriller with evil school cafeteria staff at its core. - July 18, 2015 - Stacey R. Campbell
Writers of the Future Workshop Announced at San Diego Comic Con
Dave Wolverton, Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta along with the Winner Twins (Brittany and Brianna Winner) will teach the famous Writers of the Future workshop August 29-30 - July 17, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Award Winning "Arrgh!" Author Stacey R. Campell Will be on Board the Good Ship Dyslexic Advantage with “Pirate Invasion” Online Fundraiser (7/21)
On Tues., July 21 (10:30 a.m. PST / 1:30 p.m. EST), prolific dyslexic children’s book author, Stacey R. Campbell, will board the “good ship” Dyslexic Advantage for an online Pirate Invasion Celebration fundraiser based on her pirate adventure book, “Arrgh!” (winner of a 2015 Mom’s Choice Gold Award). Attendees, ages 6 and up, are encouraged to pre-register on the Dyslexic Advantage web site. All proceeds will benefit the Dyslexic Advantage: Dyslexia Community nonprofit. - July 17, 2015 - Stacey R. Campbell
Class Act Books Announces July Releases
July's releases from Class Act Books feature another entry in the Dark Urban Fantasy series The Second Species as well as Science Fiction and Horror. They are: Dragon: The Tower of Tamerlane by James Austin McCormick, Shadow Law by Tony-Paul de Vissage, and Fear the Sky by Rick McQuiston Shadow... - July 17, 2015 - Class Act Books
OINK Kickstarter 210% Funded in Its First Week
Graphic Novelist and Game Developer John Mueller resurfaces with one of the most visually stunning graphic novels of 2015 OINK: Heaven’s Butcher now funding on Kickstarter. - July 16, 2015 - Big Pig Ink, LLC
The New Francesca G.
Francesca G. collaborates with poets. - July 16, 2015 - Francesca Giambona
Tourmaline Beach Press Releases New Children's Book by Andrew Christison
Tourmaline Beach Press is proud to present their debut publication, "A Boy and a Bird," a children's book by Fresno, California Native, Andrew Christison. New York Times Best Selling Author, Brian Tracy, said, "This book teaches young people the most important lesson of all – to never give up, no matter what." - July 15, 2015 - Tourmaline Beach Press
Jacqui Spence, Author Has Gone Digital
Jacqui Spence has gone digital. eBooks are available on Smashwords and other online book stores. Get an autographed copy of the printed books from her website: www.jacquispence.com. Check out the current newsletter, tips for writers and contests that are being held. - July 15, 2015 - Jacqui Spence, Author
New Book Offers Insights on Daniel Silva’s Novels & Political Views
"Daniel Silva: A Reader's Guide by Dr. Stan Schatt" is the first book to provide insight, background, plot summaries, reviews & interview links, and discussion questions covering all Daniel Silva's novels. It also offers Silva's views on international politics and his assessment of President's Obama and Putin. - July 14, 2015 - Schatt Research
3-Book Summer Sales Event
Author Frederick Fichman is offering for sale at discounted rates three of his most popular books. These books will be available on Amazon Kindle from July 17th till July 24, 2015. - July 14, 2015 - Frederick Fichman
KE Publishing Presents "All Men Are Dogs It is What It is": A "Page Turner" that is Now Available to Leave Readers with Knowledge and a Good Laugh
"All Men Are Dogs" is a book designed to compare men to various breeds of dogs. Like the book states, the similarities are quite stunning and downright undeniable. "A M A D" was also designed to be an eye opener for women and men alike. It helps you identify with your relationship, future relationships, and even ponder on past men that fall in one of these categories. Like the book states; “Married, single, and divorced most importantly,'The Bitter Ladies' your prayers have been answered." - July 13, 2015 - KE Publishing
New Kindle Release Celebrates Marie Osmond as Star That Makes a Positive Difference
Author Randy Jernigan has released the first installment of his Stars That Make a Difference series featuring Marie Osmond. - July 13, 2015 - Creative Partners Publishing
Fall for Writing, San Diego Writers, Ink's Writer's Conference, Will Take Place September 11 Through 13, 2015
"Fall for Writing is a great time for aspiring writers to take that first writing class or experienced writers to try a different genre or take a class from a new instructor," said Kristen Fogle, Executive director of SDWI. Classes and workshops will cover everything from fiction, memoir... - July 13, 2015 - San Diego Writers, Ink
Author Deby Eisenberg Promotes Her Historical Fiction Novel – "Pictures of the Past"
Author Deby Eisenberg is pleased to announce the promotion of her historical fiction novel, "Pictures of the Past." This is a compelling saga sweeping through Chicago, Paris and Berlin, reliving events from pre-World War II Europe, but beginning in contemporary times. - July 12, 2015 - Deby Eisenberg
Paola Lujan Announces the Free eBook Days for "Happiness Your 7 Mind Powers" ebook
Paola Lujan announced the 5 Free eBook days for her book “Happiness Your 7 Mind Powers” in a small press conference here on July 9th. It is available for free download until July 14th at Amazon. The book would help readers to understand their potential and live a happy life. - July 11, 2015 - Mindfulness and Happiness Movement
New York Times Bestselling Author K.M. Scott Publishes Sequel to Contemporary Romance Novel, "Satisfaction, (Club X4)"
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author K.M. Scott will publish the sequel to her novel, “Possession, Club X 3” on July 14, 2015. The sequel is titled “Satisfaction, Club X 4” and has already received high praise from early reviewers. Set in Tampa, FL.,... - July 11, 2015 - K.M. Scott
Author C.P. Kemabia Promotes His Suspenseful Mystery Novel – "Head in the Box"
Author C.P. Kemabia is pleased to announce the promotion of his suspenseful mystery novel, "Head in the Box." - July 11, 2015 - C.P. Kemabia
Author Jeannie Hudson Promotes Her Historical Suspense Novel "Behold A Lone Horseman"
Author Jeannie Hudson is pleased to announce the promotion of her historical suspense novel, "Behold a Lone Horseman." - July 10, 2015 - Jeannie Hudson
Author Rob Guy Releases New Science Fiction Novel with Dark Humor – "Harry Watt, Bounty Hunter"
Author Rob Guy is pleased to announce the release of his new science fiction adventure novel, "Harry Watt, Bounty Hunter." - July 10, 2015 - Rob Guy
As the Confederate Flag is Coming Down, Prize Winning Journalist Ron Argo Promotes His 1960’s Era Civil Rights Historical Thriller, "The Sum of His Worth"
As the confederate flag is coming down all across the south, prize-winning journalist and author, Ron Argo is pleased to announce the promotion of his 1960’s Civil Rights era, historical fiction thriller, "The Sum of His Worth." - July 10, 2015 - Ron Argo
Alabama Author Loretta Wade Release Her 5th Novel Titled "Where the Willows Weep"
"Where The Willows Weep" is a sentimental journey that is sure to captivate any reader. The story is told in Loretta's signature southern style and it centers around a caretaker's struggle to help her patient fight through his serious illness. - July 10, 2015 - Author Loretta Wade
Local Author and Artist Offer Free Graphic Novel Class to Teens
At the Ellet Branch of the Summit County Library on July 11th at 1pm, Dan Cuthbert and Matt Miller are offering a free graphic novel development class to teens. - July 10, 2015 - The Shipyards of Sing
Local Author Captivates with New Novel Street Light
Local author captivates with new thriller "Street Light" … the third book of an award-winning coming-of-age trilogy. "Street Light" (CreateSpace, June 2015, $12.99) R.L. Herron’s third book in a trilogy about growing up in the turbulent Vietnam War era, begins with... - July 09, 2015 - R.L. Herron
"The Auschwitz Volunteer" Chinese Rights Sold
Extraordinary Report on WWII Auschwitz Undercover Mission Goes to Beijing World Publishing. - July 09, 2015 - Aquila Polonica Publishing
"Played" by Jessica McWilliams Released by Copyhouse Press
Exciting Debut Novel by UK's Hottest YA Talent Now Available Through All Major Channels. - July 09, 2015 - Copyhouse Press Ltd
Now in Print & eBook: The Anthropologist’s Daughter by Vanessa Furse Jackson
Barking Rain Press announced the paperback and eBook release of the second book in the "Imogen Hearne" series, "The Anthropologist’s Daughter" by UK author Vanessa Furse Jackson. - July 09, 2015 - Barking Rain Press
TV Director Eric Dean Seaton Makes Waves at San Diego Comic Con with Legend of the Mantamaji Film
Eric Dean Seaton’s “And… Action!” Entertainment offers a sneak peek at the anticipated “Legend of the Mantamaji: Live Action” digital short and Seaton is a part of San Diego Comic Con’s famed “The Black Panel.” - July 08, 2015 - “And… Action!” Entertainment
Da Vinci Press Announces Foreword Reviews IndieFab Book of the Year Awards: "Tweeting da Vinci" Wins Gold
"Tweeting Da Vinci" was honored with the Gold award in the category of Nature at the Foreword Reviews IndieFab book awards for 2014. - July 08, 2015 - Da Vinci Press
Glenn Rogers Releases Book 3 of "Frontier Thriller, The Colemans, The Knife"
In Glenn Rogers’ The Colemans Book 3 The Knife, Caleb Coleman is arrested in Santa Fe, New Mexico, for the murder of his soon to be father-in-law, Colonel Edmund Cabot. Beth, the Colonel’s daughter and Caleb’s fiancée, is devastated. She believes Caleb to be innocent, as... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Releases Book 2 of "The Colemans Trilogy, The Journal"
Glenn Rogers’ frontier thriller trilogy continues with The Colemans Book 2 The Journal. In Book 1 The Reckoning, the Coleman brothers learned that their father, Royce Coleman was a famous mountain man. In Book 2 The Journal, they discover that their daddy kept a journal of his days as a... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Releases First Book of Mystery Series: "THE IMMORTAL Alabaster"
In Glenn Rogers’ THE IMMORTAL Alabaster, philosophy professor and crime consultant, Dr. Aaron Archer, is hired by the LAPD to help solve the gruesome murder/mutilation of three religious leaders. In each case, the killer used a drug to immobilize the victims, cut their hearts out and left a... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Announces The Second Book of THE IMMORTAL Series, "Betrayal"
In Glenn Rogers’ THE IMMORTAL Betrayal, philosophy professor and crime consultant, Dr. Aaron Archer, faces one of his most baffling cases. College girls are being shot with a small caliber gun. Their nude bodies left lying near their cars in their dorm parking lot. Their neatly folded clothes... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Announces Book 3 of THE IMMORTAL Series, "Carnage"
In Glenn Rogers’ mystery, THE IMMORTAL Carnage, the third installment of THE IMMORTAL series, the mayor of Los Angeles and two other of the Southern California super rich are murdered: one by rifle shot, one by lethal injection, and one by arrow shot. Along with LAPD Captain, Frank McGarry,... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Announces "Love and Lies," the Second Book of the Mystery-Thriller Series Featuring Detective Jake Badger
Glenn Rogers’ mystery-thriller, Love and Lies, featuring private investigator, Jake Badger, explores the question of whether or not there could be informants inside the FBI, the nation’s premier law enforcement agency. While an FBI agent, Jake had been in charge of a sting... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Glenn Rogers Releases "Abducted," the Third Mystery-Thriller Featuring Detective Jake Badger
In Glenn Rogers’ mystery-thriller, Abducted, featuring private investigator Jake Badger, Jake’s answer to the question, what do you do when the woman you love is abducted, is you go find her. The woman Jake is in love with is Monica Nolan, a friend who waited patiently for two years... - July 08, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Author Ted Bacino Has Optioned His Historical Drama "The Shakespeare Conspiracy" for a Movie
Author Ted Bacino is pleased to announce the promotion of his book, "The Shakespeare Conspiracy." The work has been made into a stage play that has had successful productions nationwide and the novel has been optioned for a movie. - July 08, 2015 - Ted Bacino
Author Rayme Michaels Promotes His Urban Comedy Drama - "Screw the Devil's Daiquiri"
Author Rayme Michaels is pleased to announce the promotion of his urban comedy drama, "Screw the Devil's Daiquiri." When womanizer, and possible schizophrenic, John Hazel, is suddenly offered a serious job promotion by the CEO of his company, David Wall, under the condition that John... - July 08, 2015 - Rayme Michaels
Author Andrea N. Carr Releases New African-American Literary Fiction - "The Trees Outside"
Author Andrea N. Carr is pleased to announce the release of her new literary fiction short story, "The Trees Outside." - July 08, 2015 - Andrea N. Carr
Brownstone Poets Presents Virginia Walker and a Special Tribute to Michael Walsh, Saturday, August 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant
Brownstone Poets presents Virginia Walker and a special tribute to Michael Walsh, Saturday, August 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in historic Brooklyn Heights. Brownstone Poets is celebrating its 10th year this August. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and there's an open mic as... - July 07, 2015 - The Brownstone Poets
Author Contracts Twenty-Three Middle Grade Children’s Books
Max Elliot Anderson has gone from struggling, reluctant reader, to the author of over thirty action-adventures and mysteries for young readers. He currently has contracts for twenty-three additional titles. - July 07, 2015 - Max Books
Glenn Rogers Releases his Frontier Thriller, "The Colemans Book 1 The Reckoning"
Philosophy Professor, Dr. Glenn Rogers has written a frontier thriller where two young men face unimagined challenges and overwhelming odds as they set out across a war-torn frontier to bring their parents’ killers to justice. The title of Dr. Rogers’ book is: "The Colemans Book 1... - July 06, 2015 - Glenn Rogers
Author Publishes First Fairytale Book
Stephen Papas publishes his first fairytale book about a knight who discovers a hidden world of magic. - July 05, 2015 - Book Venture
Imani Faith Publishing Signs 4 New Authors
Imani Faith Publishing is pleased to announce the signing of four new authors who are sure to become bestsellers in the near future. Denika Carothers, Esther Renee Wright, Olevia Henderson, and Shiraz Mohammed are the four new authors recently signed to Imani Faith Publishing. Each of these... - July 04, 2015 - Imani Faith Publishing
Announcing EMSA Publishing’s Very First Ever Fabulous First Lines Competition
The first line of a novel is incredibly important in that it sets the tone of a novel, establishes point of view, and hooks the reader. Here’s your chance to see how your novel’s first line stacks up. The Rules: The Fabulous First Lines Competition will be open to thirty (30)... - July 04, 2015 - EMSA Publishing
Baseball’s Civil War Origins Revealed in The American Game
Book reveals how the great American sport formed during America’s greatest struggle through a story of enemy soldiers coming together to play a series of games. - July 01, 2015 - Bandwagon Books
July 2015 Releases at Eternal Press
William and Kim Richards Gilchrist are releasing five titles on 1 July 2015 at Eternal Press. The publishing company is located in Santa Rosa, California. Eternal Press releases titles from new and returning authors on a monthly basis. Titles are available in epub, pdf, mobi and trade paperback. - June 30, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC
Book Release Aims to Bring Faith to Millennials
Studies show children born at the turn of the century are leaving religion in large numbers. Author, Desiree Granby, hopes to change that. - June 29, 2015 - The Pocket Revolution Publishing Company
"Is She Available?" - A Book of Poetry, Comics, Art, Music and Motion
The ground-breaking, tour-de-force meshing Poetry, Comics, Art, Music and Animation by acclaimed producer Igor Goldkind, is being published in GooglePlay and iTunes editions this month by Chameleon Publishing. The beautifully illustrated, 160 page limited hard bound edition is available in all major bookstores on and offline starting July 9th. - June 28, 2015 - Chameleon
Announcing the Release of "Spirilet," a Suspenseful New Novel
M.A. Belarj, a new name in the fantasy genre, has released his first novel, "Spirilet." Paranormal, mystery, fantasy, and thriller elements abound in the suspenseful tale about a man named Joe and a doll that is struck by lightning—and comes alive. - June 28, 2015 - M.A. Belarj