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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
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
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
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
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
Say It Again: Self Help for Single Men Meets Fifty Shades of Grey in New Audio Book by Author and Professional Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie
Author and Dating Coach Alan Roger Currie releases the third audiobook in his trilogy of self-development audio books for single heterosexual men. The new audiobook, entitled "Oooooh ... Say it Again: Mastering the Fine Art of Verbal Seduction" is scheduled to be released on both Amazon.com and Audible.com on Monday, February 16, 2015. - January 27, 2015 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Mundus Artium Press Announces Publication of New Serbian Book, "I Come to Leaf Out"
Mundus Artium Press announces the publication of the new Serbian book, "I Come to Leaf Out," written by Gjekë Marinaj and published by the Association of Writers of Serbia. Originally written in Albanian, this book is a collection of work that includes a selection of poems from Marinaj’s previously published poetry books in Albanian, has been translated into Serbian by Pjetër Dreshaj, and edited by acclaimed Serbian author and journalist, Jovan Janjić. - January 27, 2015 - Mundus Artium Press
Marquis Publishing Releases Notorious Northern California Murder Scenes Revisited in New Publication
Marquis Publishing releases “The Topography of Evil: Notorious Northern California Murder Sites,” author and photographer Marques Vickers return to 26 crime scenes and the shocking and tragic nature behind each. - January 24, 2015 - Marquis Publishing
Romance Author Promotes Her Romantic Erotica Novel Country Love
Romance and erotica author, Chelsea Dorsette is pleased to announce the promotion of her romantic erotica novel, "Country Love." - January 23, 2015 - Chelsea Dorsette
Romantic Suspense Author Yvonne Kohano Releases Seventh Book in Her Flynn’s Crossing Book Series
Author, Yvonne Kohano is pleased to announce the seventh book in her Flynn’s Crossing Romantic Suspense series, "Love’s Touch of Justice." - January 23, 2015 - Yvonne Kohano
Meet Lisa Graves - New England Blogger, Illustrator, Author, and History Buff
Introducing Lisa Graves Author and Illustrator Lisa Graves was born and raised in western Norfolk County, Massachusetts, in the small, historic town of Millis. At an early age, Lisa found herself drawn to both artistic craftsmanship and Norfolk County’s rich regional history. Lisa’s... - January 23, 2015 - History's Witches
Rosslyn Johnson, a Writer, Signs First Book Deal with Publisher Shan Presents (SP). Her First Release Will Debut on March 30, 2015.
The title of her debut is still hush-hush. Local author, Rosslyn Johnson submitted an untitled manuscript for African American Literature: Urban Fiction. On January 20, 2015 the signing of Rosslyn Johnson went public. The First Lady of SBR Publications, currently known as and is the face of Shan... - January 23, 2015 - Shan Presents
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Nathan M. Jones with Special Times Square Appearance
Nathan M. Jones, of Charlotte, North Carolina, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Literary Arts. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Jones’ image appeared over Times Square, New York. - January 22, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
The "Real" Isis Attacks Gender Violence in Valentine’s Day Novel Just Released
New book revives the Egyptian Isis myth in an urban fantasy of a feminist rebellion. The Egyptian goddess becomes a feminist symbol in contrast to the propaganda, corruption and gender violence of ISIS. - January 22, 2015 - Geronimo Redstone, Author
Newly Published: "101 Reasons Why It's Great to be Single"
In "101 Reasons why it’s Great to be Single" Karleen Dee battles the negative connotation of singleness, and outlines why, contrary to popular belief, that it is truly great to be single. - January 22, 2015 - Its Great to Be Single
Book Two in the Fantasy Book Series "Prophecy Chronicles" Trilogy Released – "Prophecy Revealed"
Rogue Phoenix Press and author, Ron Hartman are pleased to announce the release of book two in the fantasy Prophecy Chronicles trilogy, "Prophecy Revealed." Book one the "Prophecy Chronicles" trilogy, "Prophecy Foretold" (ISBN: 978-1624200014) was released by Rogue Phoenix Press in 2012. - January 22, 2015 - Ron Hartman
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author K.M. Scott Publishes Sequel to Contemporary Romance Novel
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author K.M. Scott will publish the sequel to her novel, “Surrender, Club X 2” on January 22, 2015. The sequel is titled “Possession, Club X 3” and has already received high praise from early reviewers. Set in Tampa, FL.,... - January 22, 2015 - K.M. Scott
California Author Releases New Contemporary Thriller - "California Gray"
California author, Tracy Thorne is pleased to announce the release of her new contemporary thriller, "California Gray." - January 22, 2015 - Tracy Thorne
Negative Social Impacts of Development Projects Highlighted in New Book
Amakella Publishing announced today the publication of "Social Safeguards: Avoiding the Unintended Impacts of Development," a new book authored by Rodolfo Tello, scheduled for release on April 1, 2015 (ISBN 978-1-63387-011-6, hardcover, 8.5 x 5.5 inches, 134 pages, distributed by Ingram). - January 21, 2015 - Amakella Publishing
Chris DiSano-Davenport’s Modern Day Fairy Tale Series Draws Children to Their Own Magnetic Power in Her New Books
The words of an enlightening story flourished as Chris DiSano-Davenport was painting the characters that would become the subject of her new adventure series for children. As an artist who believes that we can create our life just as we would create a picture on a blank canvas, it was impressed... - January 21, 2015 - DiSano Visions
Cynthia Lynn's Newest Book is Motivational with a Unique Self-Help "Action Plan" for Managing Income and Learning Self-Worth
Are You Empowered???-the Basics by Cynthia Lynn offers a unique self-help, motivational approach of "small victories" against predator business and service providers that leads toward the improved management of your income for lifestyle changes + a chance to kick back to enjoy life, and... - January 21, 2015 - Daccord Press
Brownstone Poets Presents Patricia Carragon at the NY Poetry Forum, Saturday, February 14
Brownstone Poets presents Patricia Carragon, the curator and editor-in-chief of Brooklyn's Brownstone Poets for an afternoon of poetry, fun and of course, love at the NY Poetry Forum, Saturday, February 14 from 2 to 5:30ish p.m. Saturday, February 14 from 2 to 5:30ish p.m. Patricia Carragon with... - January 20, 2015 - The Brownstone Poets
Purchase the Novel, "A Righteous Man" to Help Stop Human Trafficking
Michael Edmonds, author of the civil rights drama, "A Righteous Man: In the Dragon’s Realm," is dedicating 90% of all royalties from his book toward saving children from a life of misery in the modern day slave trade. There are over 35 million victims of human trafficking in what has now become the fastest growing criminal industry in the world. Edmonds wants to be a voice for the voiceless, but now needs as many others as possible to join his choir. - January 19, 2015 - Michael Edmonds
220 Communications Publishing Unit Releases "Lessons For The Little Girl"
Author Jaime Gill-Helps Readers Remember the “Little Girl” They Left Behind with her debut on 220 Publishing. - January 18, 2015 - 220 Communications
Class Act Books Announces First Release of 2015
In keeping with the below-normal temperatures sweeping the country, Class Act Books has scheduled an appropriate title as its first release of 2015. Blood Will Freeze by award-winning author Tony-Paul de Vissage, subtitled "A Tale of the Vampire Apocalypse," coincides not only with the... - January 17, 2015 - Class Act Books
Psychological/Medical Thriller "The Experiment Of Dreams" Now Available in Print
Author, Brandon Zenner is pleased to announce that his ebook, "The Experiment of Dreams" is now available in print. - January 17, 2015 - Brandon Zenner
Hasslein Books Announces New Doctor Who Essay Anthology
The company's second unauthorized Doctor Who book, written by Brian J. Robb and Paul Simpson, with an introduction by Nicholas Briggs, is now available for order. - January 16, 2015 - Hasslein Books
Historical Fiction Novel "After Midnight" Released by California Author Diane Shute
Author, Diane Shute is pleased to announce the release of her historical women’s fiction novel, "After Midnight." The book has received rave reviews from readers and reviewers. - January 16, 2015 - Diane Shute
California Author Promotes His Historical Family Saga Murder Mystery – "Harrington Manor"
Author, Ronald M. James is pleased to announce the promotion of his historical family saga, murder mystery, "Harrington Manor." The book has received raves reviews from Amazon.com readers. - January 16, 2015 - Ronald M. James
Cindy Nolte, Local TV Personality/Bestselling Author/ Holistic Practitioner/ Philanthropist Launches Her New Book to Help Others Find Inner Peace
Finally achieve the inner peace for which you’ve always searched with Cindy Nolte’s inspirational new book, "Finding Peace in an Out of Control World." Bestselling Author, TV Personality, Holistic Practitioner Cindy Nolte, launched "Finding Peace in an Out of Control... - January 15, 2015 - Support Your Own
"Awake In Hell" Sequel Finally Launched
Author Helen Downing just announced the release of "Remembering Hell," a sequel to her debut novel "Awake In Hell." "Awake in Hell" was self-published in 2012 and then was picked up and re-released by Beau Coup Publishing in 2013. The sequel is also published by Beau... - January 15, 2015 - Author Helen Downing
Call for Submissions - Christian E-Magazine
Young Dreams Publications’ (YDP) CEO/Founder, Ty Waller has announced the production of a new Christian-based magazine. The name of the e-based publication is forthcoming. However, she has released that its main theme would be that of traditional/contemporary mix of Christian related topics... - January 15, 2015 - Young Dreams Publications
“Cinderella at 70,” the Book & Website Cinderellaat70.com, Debuts Amidst Disney’s Announcement of Cinderella the Movie March Release Palm Springs, CA Author Jane Treacy
Beyond Publishing is pleased to announce the launch of “Cinderella at 70” by former New York City theatrical producer Jane Friedlander Treacy. The book is an edgy, hilarious, tongue-in-cheek look at today’s “70 is the new 50” woman. Think “Sex and the City” 30 years later. - January 14, 2015 - Beyond Publishing
Country Music Veteran Marie Osmond to be Featured in New "Stars" Book
Marie Osmond's life and career to be featured in new "Stars" book being Published by Creative Partners Publishing. - January 14, 2015 - Creative Partners Publishing
Vietnam-Era Novel about Autistic Young Man Gaining Recognition
When a military family suddenly comes unsprung, the eldest daughter, Farley, gives up her dreams to care for her younger brother, William. An Autistic Savant, William is the novel's loyal and disarmingly insightful hero. "The book is written primarily from Farley's perspective," says... - January 14, 2015 - Penny McCann Pennington
First Annual Voices of War Anthology to be Published by Veteran Publisher
The first annual VOW Anthology: Voices of War 2014 will be published by The War Writers’ Campaign later this year. An annual publication compiled of authors looking to give something back to their communities. It’s a collection highlighting their stories, their words, and an... - January 12, 2015 - The War Writers' Campaign, Inc.
2015 William Meredith Award for Poetry Presented Posthumously to Poet Andrew Oerke
On January 9th, the anniversary of America’s former US Poet Laureate, the 2015 poetry award named for William Meredith was be conferred on Andrew Oerke by the William Meredith Foundation. Oerke who died in 2014, was a true Renaissance man: CEO of an environmental foundation, president of a... - January 09, 2015 - Poets' Choice Publishing
"The Perfect View" Has Been Released! A Psychological Suspense Novel by Carolyn Young
The debut novel, by Carolyn Young has been released. It is a psychological thriller, and has been described as "riveting." It is available on Amazon, in print or Kindle versions, and on Barnes and Noble, in print or Nook versions. - January 09, 2015 - Carolyn Young, Author
Davis Financial Services Announces the Release of the Book "Money Secrets for the Sandwich Generation (Squeezed in the Financial Middle)" by Patricia A. Davis
Aannouncing the release of a very important book for those whom are raising children and dealing with aging parents. This book provides great financial advice and resources. - January 09, 2015 - Davis Financial Services