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Author Releases Debut Novel
Author L.J. Matarese has released her first novel Scene 38 Take 3. It is available on the WestBow Press online bookstore, Amazon.com and all major online book distributors. Matarese is a member of First Baptist Church of York. Matarese says, "My hope is that Scene 38 Take 3 will inspire... - February 10, 2014 - L.J. Matarese
Social Media Expert Reveals Secret of Online Reputation Management in New Book
Buildatribe LLC. Company President, Social Media Expert and Keynote Speaker Mason Duchatschek tells how to subdue or reverse online reputation management problems in his newest book, “Attract, Capture & Convert." - February 10, 2014 - Buildatribe LLC
Adventures in Nana’s Garden Become Endearing Story
Retired from her career in the corporate telecommunications industry, new author Anita Turnage is relishing the time she spends with her grandchildren, Haden and Ella Grace. Five-year-old Haden loves to share exciting adventures with his “Nana T” in her garden and one day, while on... - February 10, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
Author William Banderfunken is Pleased to Make Available His New Book "Creation Our Universe and Us." He Hopes It Will Give a Varied View on Creation and Science.
William's new book "Creation Our Universe And Us" will give readers a brief insight into a multitude of topics, including Consciousness in the Human Mind, the procedure of Cryogenics, the connection between Noah’s Ark and the Big Bang, the face of God as a Creator, and in addition, Aliens, Ghosts and the use of symbolism in Religion. - February 09, 2014 - William Banderfunken
Augustus Books Launches "The Milk of Paradise" by Adam Quinn
The second novel from Adam Quinn, "The Milk of Paradise", is launched by Augustus Books. - February 09, 2014 - Augustus Books
Book Two in a Children's Steampunk Series Takes Flight
Book Two, "The Ice Orphan of Ganymede," Sets the Course for "The Jupiter Chronicles." - February 08, 2014 - Leonardoverse
Author Ward Jones Releases His Novel, “The Way Up”
"The Way Up" is a literary fiction novel that depicts the life and struggle of a young law school graduate as he searches to find and keep a good job and a girl he can love after hating his father for so long. - February 08, 2014 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Children’s Book Authors Gift Books to St. Christopher’ Hospital for Children Through Reach Out and Read
Best selling, award winning authors Elle Febbo, Michal Y. Noah and Danielle Leibovici partner with Reach Out and Read in Support of Children at St.Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia, PA. - February 08, 2014 - Febbo Media, LLC.
Katha at the World Book Fair
Ready to fill in your book coffers this winter? Well, then come to stall no.34, hall no.7 at the New Delhi World Book Fair. - February 07, 2014 - Katha
Brownstone Poets Presents Austin Alexis and Lorraine Conlin Saturday, March 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in Historic Brooklyn Heights
Brownstone Poets presents Austin Alexis and Lorraine Conlin Saturday, March 1 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... - February 07, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets
Mark F. Kalita Publishes "Secrets of God" in Which the Name of God is Revealed in Ancient Texts
Today, Mark F. Kalita published the book "Secrets of God" in which the name of God is revealed through the "Sefer Raziel," "Tanakh," "Qur'an," "Roman Testament," "Bhagavad Gita," "Infinite Life Sutra" and other ancient texts. - February 07, 2014 - Mark Kalita Enterprises
Las Vegas Resident, Linda Stiles Fox Announces the Release of a New eBook: "A Cabin in the Woods," a Light Romantic Romp Valentines Day Special
Annoucing the release by Las Vegas author, Linda Stiles Fox of a brand new romance book. "A Cabin in the Woods," is now available at Amazon.com/books. - February 07, 2014 - Linda Stiles Fox Books
Healthy Relationships Lead to Healthy Living
In his new book, "The Whole Life, Healthy Human Living," author Jerry Blevins describes the four relationships we have in human living ---- God, Self, Others and Nature. The book stresses the interrelationship of all four areas. “We cannot have a relationship in any one of the areas... - February 07, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
Thought-Provoking New Book Examines Grassroots Relationship Between Culture & Copyright
While many believe that first-graders are only concerned with playtime, Anatoly Volynets knows that the honest and uninfluenced minds of first-graders can provide an innate and grassroots insight into myriad subjects, including, for example, culture and exclusive rights. He learned this having... - February 06, 2014 - Total Knowledge
Daughter of Air Force General Receives Award from New England Book Festival for Debut Novel
Leonard Shapiro of Middleburg Life Magazine writes: “A gifted writer....As the child of an Air Force general, Pennington’s early depiction of life on base gives the book an authentic jumping off point." Award-Winning Debut Novel Blends Dark Humor and Familial Bonds against the... - February 06, 2014 - Penny McCann Pennington
Actor Roger Floyd (NBC's Revolution) Jumps from Stage to Page - Again!
Announcing actor Roger Floyd's (NBC's Revolution/ Tigerland/The Confession) latest book "Black Irish." - February 06, 2014 - Roger Floyd
New Jersey Author Gets Runner Up in Author of the Year Competition
Annie Edmonds of Winfield park, NJ author of erotic romance takes a spot with Runner Ups in MARSocial author of The Year Competition. - February 06, 2014 - Annie Edmonds author
"2018: An Uncivil War" - Now Available in Print
"2018: An Uncivil War," available in ebook format on Amazon and Barnes & Noble since Labor Day 2013, is now available in hardcover format (with dustjacket) and in softcover in the same venues, published by AuthorHouse. - February 06, 2014 - Phil Sanderson
Coffeetown Press Releases Author Jack Remick’s Novel, “The Book of Changes”
"The Book of Changes” is a literary fiction novel that gives an impression of a time and place we all think we know a lot about, but really don’t. Away from the headlines and the sensationalism of The Free Speech Movement, this novel tells a story about love and poetry, about drugs and crisis. - February 05, 2014 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Utah Author Goes from Life Support, to Learning to Read, to Winning a Top Spot in the Winner's Circle
Author LaRae Parry aka The Crazy Lady lands as runner-up in the Winner's Circle of the Internet's largest Author/Book/Film competition ever launched on the world-wide-web. - February 05, 2014 - LaRae Parry
Infibeam.com Takes Pre-Order for the Upcoming "The Bhairav Putras" at 30% Off
"The Bhairav Putras" is a story of Bhairavgarh and the rebellion of its people against the Britishers by a debutant writer Suhail Mathur. This book will be released by mid February and you can pre-order this book now from Infibeam.com. - February 05, 2014 - Infibeam.com
"THE PAGE" Debuts Tuesday February 4th
The newest novel by MARSocial Author of the Year Runner-Up James McAllister, "THE PAGE The Year of the Dragons," will debut Tuesday February 4th. This historical fantasy novel tracks the quest of Padraig Ualas and his companions on their quest to free a maiden taken captive by an evil... - February 05, 2014 - Fortiter Publishing LLC
Award Winning Pulp, Crime Fiction Writer Eric Beetner Releases Brand New Novella Through Stark Raving Group
Renowned author of pulp, hardboiled and crime fiction novels and short stories; Eric Beetner releases new novella “White Hot Pistol” through Stark Raving Group’s Bookxy site. - February 04, 2014 - Stark Raving Group
Author Resurrects City, Redefines Holocaust Fiction
Scott E. Blumenthal creates a new kind of holocaust fiction, by recreating Rovno Poland (a Holocaust-ravaged community) through interviews with actual survivors, intensive research and a page from a 75 year old phone book. - February 04, 2014 - Attic Books
"Two Headed Snake of Key West" Published
The long-awaited "Two Headed Snake of Key West," third in the Liz Adams Mystery series, was published on January 28, 2014. Written by Torrington, Connecticut native and lifetime resident, Marilyn Dalla Valle, the story unfolds in Key West, Florida. Looking for adventure, Liz and Garret... - February 03, 2014 - Marilyn Dalla Valle, Author
"The Last Days of Che Guevara" Marks Another Milestone for Red Quill Books
Red Quill Books is the little press that could. Founded in 2009, at the height of the Great recession, the alternative press is about to celebrate its fifth year of operation with over two-dozen titles. The publishing house was set up with the mission of creating a new space for disseminating... - February 03, 2014 - Red Quill Books
Double Dragon Publishing Announces a New Novel by Tony-Paul de Vissage Author of "The Night Man Cometh" and "The Last Vampire Standing"
"Shadow Lord" Book 1 of the Second Species A new type of vampire in an old world… Men call them vampires. They call themselves aventurieri. For generations, they hide in the mists of the Carpathians away from their human foes. In 1793, everything changes… Their... - February 03, 2014 - Double Dragon Publishing
Marcellus Author’s Work Named Runner-Up in World Wide Competition
A Marcellus, NY author’s book, "THE BEST LAID PLANS", was named a Runner-Up in the 2013 MARSocial Author of the Year Competition yesterday. - February 03, 2014 - Fortiter Publishing LLC
Author Lorrie Farrelly Releases Her Novel “Terms of Surrender” in Paperback, eBook, and Audiobook
“Terms of Surrender” is a western historical romance novel, the story of former Confederate cavalry Captain Michael Cantrell. He wanders the frontier, haunted and alone, until one spring day, near the Wind River in Wyoming, he suddenly finds himself in the middle of Annie Devlin's war. Standing with the stubborn young rancher will test the limits of Michael's courage – and his passion. - February 03, 2014 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Book Release from Cordell Publishing
Announcement: Christian Writer/Poet Mack C. Moore is set to release his latest book, "Tough Lessons from the Bible" on Amazon and Amazon Kindle. This book is edgy, thought-provoking, yet educational and controversial. - February 02, 2014 - Cordell Publishing
New Book - "The Boomers' Guidebook to More Joyous Living: Twenty Positive Approaches to Life after Fifty"
Dr. Don Weinhouse is pleased to announce the release of his new book, "The Boomers' Guidebook to More Joyous Living: Twenty Positive Approaches to Life after Fifty." - February 02, 2014 - Dr. Don Weinhouse
Developmental Editor Advises Authors on Crossing Genres
Editor Susan Mary Malone Counsels on the Use of Genres in Traditional Publishing. - February 02, 2014 - Malone Editorial Services
Catherine Rubin Kermorgant Heart-Rending Book on Devadasis is on Preorder at Infibeam.com
Catherine Rubin Kermorgant's phenomenal work, "Servants of the Goddess, the Modern- day Devadasis" releases soon in India. The book is already up for preorder on Infibeam.com at 25% off. - February 02, 2014 - Infibeam.com
The Quick Guide to Mexican Spanish e-Book Free for a Limited Time
Speaking Latino announces that the Kindle eBook Quick Guide to Mexican Spanish will be available for free download for a limited time. The full version of the dictionary-style eBook will be free only at Amazon.com (http://goo.gl/F4P5dx), between February 1st and the 5th of 2014. This book will be... - February 01, 2014 - Speaking Latino
Brownstone Poets Presents Erica Mapp and Sweta Srivastava Vikram on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Café Dada
Brownstone Poets presents Erica Mapp and Sweta Srivastava Vikram on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Café Dada. Enjoy the Old World ambiance in Park Slope that’s near several subways. Feast on French-Hungarian cuisine and delectable pastries. Relax with some wine or beer, a cup of... - February 01, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets
Bellatrix Releases South Pacific Travel Memoirs
Bellatrix Publishing today released "Stories of the Southern Sea," an epic travelogue of Dr. Winkler’s years of adventures in the world’s largest ocean. - February 01, 2014 - Bellatrix
Forbes Best Business Mistakes is on Preorder on Infibeam.com
"Forbes Best Business Mistakes" is now available for pre-order on Infibeam.com, one of the preferred online shopping destination. - February 01, 2014 - Infibeam.com
"The SETI Anthology" Kickstarter Project Just Established
Author Frederick Fichman has just started a Kickstarter project for the upcoming release of "The SETI Anthology." All three books in the SETI Trilogy will be included in one volume that will be available on Amazon Kindle, BarnesandNoble Nook, KOBO Books, and the Apple iBookstore, Spring 2014. The project with Kickstarter will provide funding for the marketing campaign for "The SETI Anthology." - February 01, 2014 - Frederick Fichman
Satalyte Publishing to Release "Into the Storm's Domain" by Ged Maybury
Satalyte Publishing is pleased to be publishing "Into The Storm's Domain," the first volume of the "Across the Stonewind Sky" trilogy by Ged Maybury. - January 31, 2014 - Satalyte Publishing
Colby Van Wagoner Releases New Book, "Fever - the Life of Zeke Slade"
"Fever - The Life of Zeke Slade" is a new book release from Author Colby Van Wagoner, available on Amazon.com and Createspace.com - January 31, 2014 - Colby Van Wagoner
Breakout Author Book Launch
"American Specter" by Rasheedah Prioleau is a new vision in Paranormal Mystery. Prioleau has created a world where specters and the living share a peaceful but cautious coexistence. - January 31, 2014 - Rasheedah Prioleau
New Romance Spotlights Arena Football
A newly released novel by Oregon author Shanna Hatfield combines a love of football and romance. With the approach of the Super Bowl and the end of the NFL season, Hatfield’s book, "Love on the 20-Yard Line," offers football fans the opportunity to enjoy a story focusing on an... - January 31, 2014 - Shanna Hatfield, Author
Finger Lakes Winery Publishes Groundbreaking History of Region, Winery
Available online for the first time, the new book "A Sense of Place: A Discovery of Finger Lakes Wine History and Villa Bellangelo Winery," is slated for release 2/1/14. - January 30, 2014 - Villa Bellangelo Winery
New Award for Children’s Literature Announced
CLIPPA to honor works of independent authors for elementary-age children. - January 30, 2014 - Kabuki Helps
Dr. Rollan Roberts II Announces Partnership with INscribe Digital
Dr. Rollan Roberts II and INscribe Digital have partnered together to distribute all of Dr. Roberts’ books digitally through Apple iBooks, Amazon, Nook, Google Play, Books-a-Million, 3M and other leading retailers. The 90 Day Race is available for pre-order beginning February 3, 2014. - January 29, 2014 - 24ravens
Active Aging Spokesperson Launches First Book, "Is Gluten Free for Me?" - 21 Tasty Recipes
Joyce Goodman, owner of the Bounce 2 Health Wellness Center in California, is releasing her first book - "Is Gluten Free For Me?" Having lost her son to a long battle with diabetes, Joyce made it her mission to help educate people on food and the effect it has on the body. - January 29, 2014 - Is Gluten Free For Me?
Healer and Hypnotherapist Releases New Book - "Tales of My Large, Loud, Spiritual Family"
Author, Katherine Agranovich is pleased to announce the release of her new book, "Tales of My Large, Loud, Spiritual Family." - January 29, 2014 - Katherine Agranovich, Ph.D.
Purple Fly Entertainment Announces “Curiosity” Kickstarter Campaign
Houston-based Purple Fly Entertainment launched its first Kickstarter campaign this month to raise money for the completion of “Curiosity” a post-modern pulp sci-fi tale. - January 29, 2014 - Purple Fly Productions
Hurix to Showcase KITABOO Cloud at FETC 2014 in Orlando, FL
Hurix Systems will be introducing their cloud based end-to-end eBook solution at FETC 2014. This solution would allow publishers, institutions and corporates to convert and distribute eBooks through their own channel. Hurix would also be hosting a brief discussion on KITABOO Cloud and exclusively sharing insights about its features at the FETC event. - January 28, 2014 - Hurix Systems Private Limited
Getting Through the Middle School Years: New Book Helps Parents Guide Their Students to Success
"Succeeding in Middle School" addresses the key issues that parents and guardians of middle school students and the students themselves face. The book provides parents and guardians with strategies and pointers to help them provide the support that their students need to be successful in middle school. - January 28, 2014 - America's Counselor