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Hurix to Showcase KITABOO Cloud at DBW 2014 in New York City

Hurix to showcase "KITABOO Cloud - a SaaS based end-to-end eBook Solution" at the DBW 2014 in New York city on 14 January 2014. The end-to-end cloud solution would allow publishers, educational institutions, corporates and businesses to quickly convert and enrich their content online and get it delivered efficiently to their target users. - January 10, 2014 - Hurix Systems Private Limited

"Gator: the Biography of a Killer Dog Who Found Love"

The True Story of a Badly Behaved Pit Bull Destined for Euthanasia, and an Owner Committed to Keeping Him Alive. - January 10, 2014 - "Gator the biography of a killer dog who found love."

"The Spirit of a Sultan" Explores the Life of Sufi Poet and Saint, Hazrat Sultan Bahu

Embark on an enlightened journey of spiritual joy, love and peace with author Ahmad Javid's new book, "The Spirit of a Sultan." - January 10, 2014 - Dr. Ahmad Javid

New York Author Releases New Work of Fiction - "Monday and Beyond: Blessings and Curses"

Author, Stephen Sangirardi is pleased to announce the release of his new book, "Monday and Beyond: Blessings and Curses." In the sequel to "Monday Afternoon," hero Angelo Aiello is beset with new troubles amid old temptations. Attempting to cleave his growing disability from... - January 10, 2014 - Stephen Sangirardi

The William Meredith Foundation Presents the 2014 William Meredith Award for Poetry to US Poet Laureate Natasha Trethewey

The William Meredith Foundation invites writers, reporters, and press advocates to celebrate the 2014 William Meredith Award for Poetry presented to Natasha Trethewey US Poet Laureate, in recognition of her talent as a poet and her work to promote poetry as an art form to American audiences. It carries a modest cash award along with the publication of a chap book by Ms. Trethewey, "Congregation," scheduled for publication during National Poetry Month in April, 2014. - January 09, 2014 - The William Meredith Foundation

GGIS Publishing Presents New Christian Living Book, "Vessels of Honor" by Maryland Pastor Arron Williams

"Vessels of Honor" is an upcoming powerful work by Arron Williams regarding the principles of walking in the anointing of God. This is an essential book for any person who desires to make a lasting impact on the lives of others. - January 09, 2014 - GGIS Publishing

GGIS Publishing Presents New Sociology Book "Alternatives" by New Jersey Author and Professor Mike Walsh

"Alternatives" is a thought and dialogue provoking work by Mike Walsh regarding different philosophies of life. Walsh examines and assesses common methods people have for attaining ultimate enlightenment. - January 09, 2014 - GGIS Publishing

GGIS Publishing Presents New Subversive Book, "Does God Act Unfairly? A Cordial Conversation Between Seminary Student Bryant Parsons and Atheist Richard Schoenig."

Following up his bold work, "Why Professor Richard Schoenig Should Quit His Day Job," seminary graduate Bryant Parsons continues to tackle the argument that God is unfair. Now, San Antonio College philosophy professor Richard Schoenig has entered the dialogue. In this collaborative work, Calvinist and Atheist meet to engage in a debate over the fairness of God. Each contender aims to disprove the other and ultimately to generate further discussion concerning the meaning of life. - January 09, 2014 - GGIS Publishing

Marriage Book Emerges from Tribulations of Iraq War, Reality TV and Recording Contract

New book release, "Whole Armor of Marriage" written by Caroline Jens, wife of Sony recording artist and America's Got Talent finalist, Daniel Jens. - January 07, 2014 - Whole Armor Ministry

New Comic Book Provides Humorous Comparison Between Corporate Roles and Startup Roles

Deciding if you should stick with your corporate job or venture out on your own? This illustrated book helps provide perspective with 40 insights comparing the big company and small company world. - January 07, 2014 - #entrepreneurfail

What She Don't Know Can't Hurt Me!: "A Northern Life" by a L Mottley

"A Northern Life" tells the true story of the author growing up as the eldest sister of five siblings (four girls and a boy) in 1960's working class Manchester. What makes this book stand out is its humour, making it akin in many ways to "The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole." This is a truly funny yet touchingly inspiring autobiography which has already been very well received. - January 07, 2014 - Any Subject Books

"Grand Canyon," South Rim Trail Guide to Hiking, Dining and Lodging, Just Updated and Published

The definitive guide to the South Rim Trail and amenities at the Grand Canyon South Rim has just been updated with current contact information. "Grand Canyon" is available on Amazon Kindle and BarnesandNoble Nook. It is also available as an APP on both Android and Apple platforms - January 06, 2014 - Frederick Fichman

Brownstone Poets Presents Jay Chollick and Su Polo on Tuesday, January 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Café Dada

Brownstone Poets presents Jay Chollick and Su Polo on Tuesday, January 21 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 coffee or tea while listening to great poetry. There’s an open mic as well. Poetry does grow in Park Slope, Brooklyn. - January 04, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets

Brownstone Poets Presents Edi Holley and Bill Pyles, February 1 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant

Brownstone Poets presents Edi Holley and Bill Pyles, February 1 at 2:30 p.m. 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 well. - January 04, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets

21-Year-Old Author Enters Literary World with Ambitious Outlook

S. Alex Martin emerges onto the literary scene with his debut YA science-fiction novel, "Embassy." - January 04, 2014 - S. Alex Martin - Author

Former Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook is Now Available as a Kindle E-Book on Amazon.com

The Complete Do-It-Yourself Internet Reputation Management Workbook, by Austin Texas author Don Martin (Don Martin Public Affairs), previously a self-published book, is now available as a Kindle e-book on Amazon.com The book is for sale at a considerably reduced price and available to a much wider market through Kindle publishing. - January 03, 2014 - Don Martin Public Affairs

2014 Declared the Year to Remember and Honor Vietnam Veterans

Fifty years ago the United States escalated the scale of combat in Vietnam and commenced one of America's major wars. Joseph DiLeonardo, author of "Vietnam War Defining Moment for America" has declared 2014 as the year to remember and honor Vietnam veterans. This declaration has become... - January 02, 2014 - Joseph W. DiLeonardo

"So You Think You Babysit Monsters?" A New Middle Grade Fantasy Book, Releases for the New Year

"Help! The kid I'm babysitting just turned into a monster!" Mackenzie Abercrombie doesn't mean the little boy she's babysitting is acting like a monster - little Michael Roper has actually turned into one! A dragon to be exact. What's a babysitter to do when she's in charge and it's hours until his parents come home? - January 02, 2014 - Good Manners Kids Stuff Press

What Would You do if You Lost Your life?: Nancy King Explores the Healing Power of New Mexico and Friendship in Her New Novel, "Changing Spaces"

Nancy King tackles 180-degree life flips, divorce, women’s friendship and the healing power of New Mexico in her novel "Changing Spaces." - January 02, 2014 - Nancy King

Preparing Children for School Means Teaching Basic Skills and It's Something Racing Super Buster Shapes Can Help with

"Racing Super Buster Shapes (And You Can Too)" is an illustrated picture book for children ages 2 to 5 written by Reagent Press author Robert Stanek and designed to help teach the essential skills children need for preschool and kindergarten. - January 02, 2014 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press

New Ways for Children to Interact and Learn Through Digital Storytelling: Global Sleepover Launches Its First Story

After years of research, planning and development, Global Sleepover is ready to present its first story in a series dedicated to educate, entertain and engage young readers on issues of global citizenship. The series sends Sleepover Stars: Clarity, Juliet, Noah and Clive, on Sleepovers around the world. - January 02, 2014 - Global Sleepover

Fiction Imitates Real Life in Author Tina Glasneck's New Book, "Angels Cry"

Tina Glasneck spins a gritty tale weaving the the subject matter of human trafficking and body brokering in her dark suspense novella, "Angels Cry". - January 02, 2014 - Tina Glasneck

A New Year's Gift for Good Health and a Long Life

77 year old writer offers a free book in which he reveals the methods and lifestyle which have made him "super-fit at seventy". - January 01, 2014 - M. A. McMahon T/A Ocean Publishing

New Book "Making the China Connection" Debunks Myths About Doing Business in China

Manufacturing and import-export guru Tom Galey describes how resentment toward Chinese for stealing jobs, creating pollution is misplaced. - January 01, 2014 - Sinomedia International Group

J.S. Bradford Announces Three Books in His Suspenseful Action Book Series - Broken Covenant

Author J.S. Bradford is pleased to announce his suspenseful action book series, Broken Covenant. Bradford uses his experience in law enforcement to create suspenseful novels combining crime, reality, and adventure. - January 01, 2014 - J.S. Bradford

Suspenseful Thriller "Sea of Crises" Received Rave Reviews from Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews

From author Marty Steere comes an edge-of-your-seat thriller that grabs the reader from the first page and simply refuses to let go. - January 01, 2014 - Marty Steere

Editor Susan Mary Malone Sees Another Client Author Published

Developmental Editor Helps Author to Successful Publication in Romantic Suspense Genre - January 01, 2014 - Malone Editorial Services

Bookateer Publishing Releases "Full Moon Shining Bright" by Russ Salk, a Connecticut Man's Endeavor Into Japanese Poetry

Russ Salk of Windsor Locks, Connecticut has released a book of Haiku on a variety of classic and contemporary topics. - December 29, 2013 - Bookateer Publishing

First Publishing Release of a New, Dynamic, Western Novel by Author, Michael Loyd Story

A rousing Western Tale Set in the Historical Time of 1877/78 Texas. A fictional account of Cattle Rustling and Stock Detectives mixed in with encounters with actual Gunmen and Bandits that roamed Texas in this time period. Romance included of course with surprise twists and turns. - December 29, 2013 - Michael Story

"Jeremiah's Tale" (Authored by Walter B. Biondi) Elevated to LuLu.com's Top 10 Best Seller List

Lulu.com, an international on line retail book sales outlet, elevated author Walter B. Biondi's book, "Jeremiah's Tale," to their Top 10 Best Seller list this past week. - December 28, 2013 - Walter B. Biondi

Mon Amie Films Announces Pay What You Want eBooks!

Mon Amie Films brings pay what you want eBooks from Clay Spicer. - December 26, 2013 - Mon Amie Films, Inc.

Lancaster Publishing Releases Collection of Short Stories by Award-Winning Author, Michael M. Pacheco

Attesting to the depth, range, and continued popularity of short fiction, this collection includes seventeen stories from the glittering lights of Las Vegas (The Elegance of Innocence) to the copper mines of Chile (La Paloma). The author takes us from the gritty confines of a high-security prison... - December 25, 2013 - Michael M. Pacheco

Cleveland Kidnapping Hero Charles Ramsey Signs Book Deal

Charles Ramsey, the man credited with rescuing three kidnapped women in Cleveland, has signed a deal to write a book of memoirs about his life before, during and after the famous rescue. Ramsey made international headlines on May 6, 2013, when he helped free Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus, Michelle... - December 25, 2013 - Gray and Company, Publishers

Metal All Stars Announce Legendary Vince Neil of Motley Crue as Special Guest of Its 2014 European Tour

Metal All Stars announced today that the legendary Vince Neil of Motley Crue will be a very special guest of its 2014 European Tour which will have stops in Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, Sweden, Finland, Latvia and Russia. The line up also features current and former members of Pantera, Anthrax, Megadeth, Ozzy Osbourne, Shinedown, Manowar, Sepultura, Shadows Fall and more. - December 23, 2013 - Gabe Reed Productions

Jon Batson, One of Nine North Carolina Authors, Spotlighted at Lunch with an Author in Wilmington, NC

Nine authors from school-age youngsters to seasoned seniors featured at fundraiser at The City Club in Wilmington’s holiday literary event December 16, 2013. - December 23, 2013 - Jon Batson

eMediaCampaigns! Author, Occupational Therapist, Beatrice "Ms. Bea" Hector Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Sensory Street Pediatric Occupational Therapist thanks the community, welcomes new therapists, clients. - December 22, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!

Still Time to Order "Dear God, Got A Minute?" by Claireifications and Get a 20 Percent Rebate

As the 2014 congressional elections approach, there is no doubt that far right religious extremists will once again make religion, sin and moral values a major part of their platform, according to Claire Morris Dobie, author of “Dear God, Got A Minute?” This is a book that every member of congress should read to understand how Americans truly feel about America's religious views. - December 22, 2013 - claireifications

Page-Turning Biography "Rama Gaze in My Direction" Debuts on Amazon.com

"Rama Gaze in My Direction," a new book from Epiphany Press, describes real-life magic, miracles and perseverance in the life of Rama - Dr. Frederick Lenz (1950- 1998) as he embarks on a lifelong teaching career prophesized to help millions of people. Author Liz Lewinson spent 15 years interviewing over 100 people and assembling materials for this biography, based on Dr. Lenz's request three months prior to his death -- that she be his biographer. - December 21, 2013 - Epiphany Press

Author Frederick Fichman Releases New "Visit the Zoo" Videos on You Tube

Author Frederick Fichman releases five New Videos for his "Visit the Zoo" 12-volume book series. - December 21, 2013 - Frederick Fichman

Arizona Author Releases New Science Fiction Novel – "Battle of the New Orleans"

Author, Dale C. Musser is pleased to announce the release of his new science fiction novel, "Battle of the New Orleans." - December 21, 2013 - Dale C. Musser

Blue Dome Press to Publish New Title "Incredible Ottoman Projects"

Blue Dome Press is pleased to announce the publication of "Incredible Ottoman Projects," by Turan Sahin. - December 21, 2013 - Blue Dome Press

Hurix Systems Launches New Version of KITABOO eBook Reader to the App Store

Hurix Systems has launched the latest version of KITABOO eBook Reader App optimized for iOS7. The update is a key component of KITABOO's SaaS based offering for conversion, enrichment, distribution and delivery of content. - December 20, 2013 - Hurix Systems Private Limited

Exhilarating Novel "Family of Fortune" eBook from Seventeen Year Old Author Presented on Amazon

The eBook is a noteworthy pirate adventure by young author Caleb Lee who has won several writing contests with his early works. The book can be found at www.familyoffortune.com - December 20, 2013 - Family Of Fortune

Reagent Press Author Robert Stanek Takes Readers on a Journey to Bugville

One million readers have been to Bugville and so has author Robert Stanek. Robert Stanek's remarkable writing career has spanned more than 30 years. Join Robert Stanek and his readers as they "Go to Camp" with the Bugville Critters and find adventure and inspiration. "Go to Camp" is available for the first time in a HD edition for iBooks and available in the Apple iTunes store. - December 19, 2013 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press

Children’s Publisher Makes Entire Catalog Available for Unlimited, Multi-User Lending in Massachusetts Library Pilot

Massachusetts Children now have unlimited access to beautiful children’s eBooks from Xist Publishing via the MA eBook project. - December 19, 2013 - Xist Publishing

Losing To Win! Author Announces Title of New Cookbook for Creative Partners Publishing

Best selling author Randy Jernigan releases the title of his next healthy foods cookbook due out Summer of 2014. - December 18, 2013 - Creative Partners Publishing

"Fiend’s Gold" 3rd Edition Just Released as Part of the Bill Reyner Mystery Adventure

International author, Wentworth M. Johnson is pleased to announce the release of the 3rd edition of his Bill Reyner Mystery Adventure, "Fiend’s Gold." - December 18, 2013 - Wentworth M. Johnson

Metaphysical Erotica Publishing Offers "Legends of Royalty" - and a Chance to Get a Photo and Holiday Greeting from a Greek God or Goddess

Enjoy the timeless sensual legends of Greek mythology in the new book Greek Mythrotica: "Legends of Royalty" from Metaphysical Erotica--and receive a holiday love letter from a god or goddess! - December 18, 2013 - Metaphysical Erotica