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"NIRMALA: The Mud Blossom" by Fiza Pathan
"Nirmala: The Mud Blossom" graphically depicts the travails, discrimination, and abuse faced by female children in India from the cradle to the grave. Available on Amazon.com in Paperback and Kindle version. ISBN 978-1-5006031-1-3 $ 5.99 ASIN B00M9ORT9K $ 2.99 - August 26, 2014 - Fiza Pathan
Star Chef Vinny d'Virgo Creates Gastronomic Masterpiece in Zodiacts: Vinny d'Virgo and His Veggie Vittles
Zodiacts: Vinny d'Virgo and His Veggie Vittles by Donna McGarry introduces young readers to the energy of the zodiac sign Virgo. Chef Vinny d'Virgo sets out to create the greatest culinary masterpiece the cosmos has ever known. - August 26, 2014 - Zodiacts
Blue Dome Press is Pleased to Announce the Release of "Ideology in Turkish Cinema" by Mustafa Mencütekin
In his new book, "Ideology in Turkish Cinema," Mustafa Mencütekin examines how film has developed within Turkey. - August 26, 2014 - Blue Dome Press
California Author Releases New Novel About a Multi-Generational Finnish American Family
Author, Dennis Frahmann is pleased to announce the release of hiscontemporary fiction novel, "The Finnish Girl." - August 26, 2014 - Dennis Frahmann
New Picture Book, "Oliver’s Hunger Dragon," Explores the Effect of Hunger on a Child
Oliver has a Hunger Dragon who rumbles and grumbles. He wants it to go away, but Hunger says he plans to stay. Is Oliver the only one who has a dragon deep inside? Join Oliver as he discovers the power of friendship and the sharing spirit. - August 26, 2014 - Sherry Alexander Books
Life with Special Needs Child is More Ups than Downs
Author Amy Troyer says her son, Ryan, came into this world to make a difference. Born with Down Syndrome, he has given many gifts to his family, Troyer said. “There are many moments of Ups and Downs on this journey but there are so many more Ups.” Troyer knew there were many... - August 26, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
Food Arts Fusion LLC Announces the Release of "Paleo Easy As 1-2-3"
Food Arts Fusion LLC is pleased to announce the release of its first cookbook with renowned Chef and Author Donna Leahy. - August 25, 2014 - Food Arts Fusion LLC
Andrew Shecktor, Shecktor Enterprises, Inc., Released for Publication "Centralia PA, Devils Fire," an Historical Fiction Novel
Historical fictional novel of the history of Centralia, PA up to the 1962 mine fire that claimed the town. - August 24, 2014 - Shecktor Enterprises, Inc
"Lydia, Woman of Purple" by Kimberly Black, Buoy Up Press
Kimberly Black's debut novel, "Lydia, Woman of Purple," will be released September 3rd, and is available for Kindle pre-order today. This historical Christian story is based on the events found in the Bible in Acts 16, featuring Lydia, the first European convert to Christianity. - August 23, 2014 - Kimberly Black, Author
James Gerdeman Writes "Jimmy’s Favorite Christmas Stories" for All to be Entertained
Mr. Gerdeman loves the Christmas season and knows Americans read stories of this wonderful season. All of us have traditions of the holidays and Gerdeman believes his stories will trigger wonderful memories to fill our thoughts of seasons passed and help build new ones. There are subjects for the young and old. James Gerdeman wants everyone to capture the spirit of Christmas. Read Jimmy’s Favorite Christmas Stories. - August 23, 2014 - JDGerdeman
Greg Sandora’s "Gabby, Angel of God," a Supernatural Romance Thriller, Receives Reader Acclaim on Amazon
Greg Sandora, author of “Jack Canon’s American Destiny” has received rave reviews of his latest work, “Gabby, Angel of God,” released on Amazon in both paperback and digital formats. “Gabby, Angel of God” is a supernatural romance thriller which combines... - August 23, 2014 - Sandora Books
Dr. Kalyan's "Pirates of Bollywood," a Thrilling Legal Adventure in Bombay, Available for Pre-Order
Dr. Kalyan's second law thriller novel in his Intellectual Property Fiction series has just been released for pre-order on Apple IBooks and Kobo. A legal adventure set in Bombay, the novel takes the reader through a gripping tale of film production, piracy and pillage. Unwittingly drawn into a... - August 22, 2014 - Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Cartoonist of Iconic Nancy Comic Strip Guy Gilchrist Appearing at Minnesota State Fair August 27th and 28th
Will Present an Interactive Family Presentation and Signing Copies of Nancy Book. - August 22, 2014 - Guy Gilchrist
James Bishop Releases Fourth Book "b1tM0NK"
A long-time champion of open-source software and computing, James draws from his decades of experience working in artificial intelligence and computer programming to tackle some of today's most controversial issues surrounding the hacking culture. - August 22, 2014 - James Bishop Publishing
Author Chris Birdy Releases Her Novel, “The Girl in Black Pajamas”
“The Girl in Black Pajamas” is the second novel in the Pajama series. The mystery fiction novel takes the reader on an adventure through an attempted murder, computer hacking schemes, a man fearing the possibility of prison, family issues, scandals and more. - August 22, 2014 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
200K "Likes" Challenge to Launch "The Camelot Wars" Series
New Arthurian novel ‘The Camelot Wars’ launched in response to 200,000 "likes" received from its counterpart manga & comic series, with upcoming strategy war game "Dragonlord Supremacy: Blue Bastion" next. - August 21, 2014 - Camelot Hobbies
Simone Freier Publishes Experiences Series - Erotic Romance Novels
OTK Publications is pleased to announce that their newest author, Simone Freier, has published the first three books in her Experiences series – contemporary erotic romance novels that combine detailed and intimate exploration of kinks and fetishes with thoughtful and philosophical discussion... - August 21, 2014 - OTK Publications
New Suspenseful Thriller – "Molly’s Moon" Released by California Author Ron Parham
California author, Ron Parham and P Pen-L Publishing are pleased to announce the promotion of their book, "Molly’s Moon" which was released in April 2014. This is Parham’s first book. A second book by Parham, "Copperhead Cove" is scheduled for release in late 2014. - August 21, 2014 - Ron Parham
Request for Cover Art by The Caribbean Writer
The Caribbean Writer, an international, literary anthology published by the University of the Virgin Islands is soliciting colorful, eye-catching, Caribbean artwork for the cover of its upcoming issue, Volume 29. This volume of the celebrated journal will be dedicated to Contradictions and... - August 20, 2014 - The Caribbean Writer
Danielle Leibovici Launches "Waiting for Emma: A Brothers Story" in Support of Siblings and Families with Babies in the NICU
Best-Selling Author Danielle Leibovici Launches "Waiting for Emma: A Brothers Story" in Support of Siblings and Families with Babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. - August 20, 2014 - Danielle Leibovici
Amazon Publishing Acquires 12 Books from Suspense Publishing
Suspense Publishing, an imprint of Los Angeles-based Suspense Magazine, today announced the sale of 12 books to Amazon Publishing’s AmazonEncore imprint. The deal encompasses the work of four authors, and August 12 marked the publication date for the re-release of the 12 books through... - August 19, 2014 - Suspense Publishing
Beauty Industry Pro Jan Moran Debuts New Contemporary Fiction Novel Set in Beauty Industry
Bestselling author Jan Moran, whose company she founded made recent news in The Wall Street Journal on the recent sale of her technology to Sephora, follows up with a new "insider's" contemporary novel, "Flawless," based on the beauty industry. St. Martin's Press also acquired her historical novel "Scent of Triumph" for a March 2015 pub date. - August 19, 2014 - Briarcliffe Press
Announcing “Dark Winter: How the Sun is Causing a 30-Year Cold Spell” by NASA Insider John L. Casey
Humanix Books is proud to announce the availability of John L. Casey’s "Dark Winter: How the Sun is causing a 30-Year Cold Spell" — a captivating scientific look at changes to our global climate. - August 18, 2014 - Humanix Books
Black Swan Publishing Presents Their New Author; Until...
Introducing her highly anticipated very first poetry edition; "I Just Want to Write!" - August 17, 2014 - Black Swan Publishing
Black Swan Publishing Introduces a New Bard...
By the name of Until, with her very first poetry edition along with her very first Spoken Word Poetry CD project now and Wow. - August 17, 2014 - Black Swan Publishing
Scholarship for Writers to Become Published Authors
Two Scholarships are available for writers to a 12 month educational program - one for a college student and one for a senior citizen. - August 17, 2014 - Leigh St John
Texas Author Releases New Literary Fiction Novel Set in Africa – "The Sands Of Katambora"
Texas author, Rory Johnston is pleased to announce the release of his new literary fiction piece set in Africa, "The Sands of Katambora." - August 17, 2014 - Rory Johnston
Florida Author Releases New Historical/Religious Fiction Novel – "The Reluctant General"
Florida author, Herb Sennett is pleased to announce the release of his historical/religious fiction novel, "The Reluctant General." - August 17, 2014 - Herb Sennett
Now in Print & eBook: "Stress Fractures" by New Hampshire Author J.E. Seymour
Barking Rain Press announced the paperback and eBook release of the second book in the noir thriller "Kevin Markinson" series, "Stress Fractures," by New Hampshire author J.E. Seymour. - August 17, 2014 - Barking Rain Press
New Video Release from Author Frederick Fichman
Author Frederick Fichman has just uploaded and published two new Book Trailer marketing videos to YouTube.com. - August 16, 2014 - Frederick Fichman
Crossword Book Awards Finalist Prashant Pinge to Debut Young Adult Fantasy Novel
What if your shadow wasn’t the docile grey shape you thought it to be? What if it held a vicious plague just waiting to be released? And what if the fate of the entire world rested in the hands of four children? Sceadu by Crossword Book Awards finalist Prashant Pinge intricately weaves... - August 16, 2014 - Prashant Pinge
"Pirates of Bollywood" Now Available on IBooks
"Pirates of Bollywood," Dr. Kalyan's second legal thriller is now available for order on Ibooks, Barnes and Noble, Kobo and Gum Road. - August 16, 2014 - Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Colin Fletcher Announces the Release of His First Book Examining the Issue of Race, "I Am Not African American"
Colin is proud to offer his debut work which represents his personal journey towards understanding his own identity, "I am not African American" is already available on Amazon.com and Kindle and will be hitting bookstores everywhere very soon. "I am not African American" is an... - August 15, 2014 - I am not African American
"The Promiscuous Puppeteer," by Author Walter B. Biondi Goes International
"The Promiscuous Puppeteer," by bestselling author Walter B. Biondi was fully released by Tate Publishing, LLC, on August the 12th for national and international distribution to all traditional book markets. - August 15, 2014 - Walter B. Biondi
Skylight Books Celebrates Charles Bukowski’s Birthday on August 16
Skylight Books (1818 N. Vermont in Los Feliz) will celebrate what would have been the 94th birthday of literary legend Charles Bukowski (born August 16, 1920). Skylight Books, recently named one of the best bookstores in America by USA Today, will throw a birthday party on Saturday, August 16 at 5pm. Writers Jerry Stahl, Richard Lange, and Dan Fante will wish the late writer a Happy Birthday! - August 15, 2014 - Skylight Books
Michal Y. Noah’s Book Signing Event at Barnes and Noble
Storytime and Book signing Event of Multi award winning Book, “A-Z, The Universe in Me” by Michal Y Noah, on Saturday, August 16, 2014 - Barnes & Noble at Neshaminy Mall, Bensalem, PA. - August 15, 2014 - Michal Y. Noah
New Western Fiction Series Release from Author Colby Van Wagoner
Author Colby Van Wagoner releases an action packed, western, book series called "The Life of Zeke Slade," with two books titled "Ranger" (Book one) and "Fever" (Book two). - August 15, 2014 - Colby Van Wagoner
Award-Winning Book Highlights Challenges Associated with Mental Illness in Children from Orphanages or Foster Care
Scattered Links was selected as a winner in a recent book contest for its theme about adoptive parents struggling to help the children they bring home who have hidden mental and emotional trauma. - August 15, 2014 - Kindle Book Promos
Serealities.com Announces Unique Web Serial Site
Serealities® is an online fiction site producing serial stories. Like watching your favorite TV series, follow new episodes on Serealities® each week. What’s different? Readers vote on what happens in the web series. How It Works: Read this week’s episode, Vote on what you want to happen next week, and Repeat each week! Become a part of your favorite character’s fate today by following one of the featured stories and casting your vote in this week’s poll. Go to Serealities.com - August 14, 2014 - LTLW, LLC
Brownstone Poets Presents Evie Ivy, Max Nemerovsky, and Anoek van Praag on Saturday, September 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant
Brownstone Poets presents Evie Ivy, Max Nemerovsky, and Anoek van Praag on Saturday, September 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant. 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. - August 14, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets
Glagoslav Releases "Don’t Call Me a Victim!," a Documentary Novel by Dina Yafasova
Coming out in English in August 2014 amidst the uproar and instability that engulfs many regions, Yafasova’s documentary novel questions the human cost of democracy and the values we live by. - August 14, 2014 - Glagoslav Publications
Daughter's Quest for Truth About Her Father Will Captivate Readers
Published by Halo Publishing International, "From Within the Shadows" is a book about a girl’s quest for the truth. - August 14, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
21 Yr Old CEO Mesmerizes Book Parade TV
21-year-old multi-lingual CEO, award-winning novelist, international charity founder, and composer & lyricist, RJ Tolson, is a man on the move, and as Book Parade TV Host Richard Wills recently discovered, you can find Tolson traveling coast to coast from New England to Los Angeles encouraging youths and young adults across the country to excel to their full potential by reading and using their imagination. - August 13, 2014 - R.J. Tolson
4 Stars 21 Yr Old CEO's "The Success Initiative"
"In many ways, I was captivated by the thoughts of defining who I really am as an individual and what I will do going forward to make a difference in the world...The main factor that I took away from this book is that dreams are achievable." -Readers' Favorite Official Reviewer, Michael Beas - August 13, 2014 - R.J. Tolson
Real Estate Divorce Specialist Lou Rodriguez, P.A. Gives Expert Advice on Divorce and Property Division
Divorce is Bad Enough. You Shouldn't Have the Stress of Selling Your Home Too. - August 13, 2014 - Lou Rodriguez, P.A.
New Book on Manchester Police Force Corruption in the 1970s: "Poison Heads"
Released from the bond of the Official Secrets Act, author Jonny English “tells all” about the corruption he witnessed in the Manchester Police Force in the 1970’s in his newly published book, "Poison Heads." - August 13, 2014 - Poison Heads
Lifetime of Poems Detail Author's True Feelings, Book Published by Halo Publishing International
Published by Halo Publishing International, "The Light in Your Eyes" represents what Cassman always remembered about her husband, Steve. - August 12, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
"Breaking Loose Now" from SofiaofSweden
"Breaking Loose: Freedom From Within." Marvelous secrets on why you have never reached your full potentials revealed in this book. Break free from the shackles of backwardness into emotional and financial freedom. - August 12, 2014 - sofiaofsweden
MyMediabox™ Chosen by Friendly Family Productions, LLC as Best-in-Class Software Tool for Little House on the Prairie®
Friendly Family Productions, LLC has chosen the MyMediabox suite of applications to improve digital asset management and product approval processes with their Partners and Licensees. - August 11, 2014 - MyMediabox
Createlinkusa.com is Announcing the Launch of Its 2014 Talent – Creativity & Skills Contests in U.S. & Worldwide - $5000 Top Awards & Multiple Prizes in 28 Categories
This event is being conducted to promote creativity, the art, innovation, and charitable giving - And to help fund the “Pass-it-Forward Crisis & Emergency Fund for creative and project workers. (Expanded to assist low-wage workers in distress) Sponsors - Philanthropists - Donors & Friends and Enthusiasts of Education - The Literary & The Art Are Invited to Join and Are Encourage to Support This Campaign. - August 11, 2014 - createlinkusa.com