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Fine Art & Antiques Auction
Bringing the public unique fine art and antique items from around the world. - February 13, 2015 - Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
Art Gilliam Discusses "One America" During Black History Month at Church of Scientology
Art Gilliam shared his experience of growing up in the Deep South during the 1950s in his new book "One America," and will host a talk and book signing in February. - February 13, 2015 - Church of Scientology Celebrity Centre Nashville
Author Susie S. Mozell-Smith Releases Her Novel, “Lily Grace: The Prophetic Word of God”
“Lily Grace is a supernatural book given by God to prove that God and Science coexist. The book contains scientific and spiritual knowledge about creation and serves as proof that we are now officially in the beginning of the end of time." -Susie S. Mozell-Smith, Author of Lily Grace: The Prophetic Word of God - February 13, 2015 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
The Perfect Combo Celebrates Big Success
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Ventura County & Jack In The Box: The Perfect Combo Celebrates Big Success - February 13, 2015 - Febbo Media, LLC.
The Golden Chalice of Hunahpu by William Vlach is Praised in a New Review by the Historical Novel Society
The Historical Novel Society, in a recent review, has praised the literary historical novel The Golden Chalice of Hunahpú: A Novel of the Spanish Attack on the Maya (Full Court Press, 2014). The reviewer, Charlotte Kirsch, states, "The Spanish conquest of the Mayan civilization in the... - February 12, 2015 - William Vlach
Brownstone Poets Presents Amy Barone, Maria Lisella, and Sweta Srivastava Vikram Saturday, March 7 at 2:30 P.M. at Park Plaza Restaurant in Historic Brooklyn Heights
Brownstone Poets presents Amy Barone, Maria Lisella, and Sweta Srivastava Vikram Saturday, March 7 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. - February 12, 2015 - The Brownstone Poets
New Family Saga Novella Released by Serealities Press and Author Holly L. Aasen – "Heart of Palms"
Serealities Press and author, Holly L. Aasen are pleased to announce the release of a new family drama/saga novella, "Heart of Palms." - February 12, 2015 - Holly L. Aasen
TUPAC Unseen: eBook & Website Publishes Previously-Unseen Tupac Shakur Collection of Photographs, Showing Icon in Rare New Light Now Available on Amazon, iTunes, Kobo...
Joel D. Levinson photographed Tupac Shakur in 1993, creating portraits that showed the human side of an icon. Two-decades later, Levinson is making these 'hidden' portraits public along with Original Artwork, launching a new book and website in a project entitled "TUPAC Unseen." - February 11, 2015 - A Picture Book, LLC
New Book of Interviews with Poet Gregory Corso Sheds Light on His Life, Works, and the Beat Generation
A collection of rare and out-of-print interviews with Gregory Corso, one of the founders of the Beat movement in American literature - February 11, 2015 - Tough Poets Press
2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections - United States & Canada
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library announces 2015 Blue Ribbon Book Selections. - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
2015 Gold Medal Book Selections - United Kingdom
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is releasing their 2015 book selection list for the United Kingdom. Each year, the esteemed Gold Medal Book Selection Committee, a specially selected panel of early childhood literacy experts, is responsible for reviewing hundreds of potential titles for... - February 10, 2015 - Dollywood Foundation
Author Aundrea Y. Wilcox Releases New Audiobook Startup Savvy, for Startups and New Business Owners
Available on Audible, iTunes and Amazon, "Startup Savvy: Strategies for Optimizing Small Business Survival and Success" is now available as an audiobook. - February 10, 2015 - Author Aundrea Y. Wilcox
Tiece Presents "It's Either Me Or Her," Written by National Bestseller Authors, Tiece and Tonii
"It's Either Me Or Her," is an African American Urban Fiction Novel that is filled with unbelievable twists and unexpected events. - February 09, 2015 - Tiece Presents
Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids Launch New Book "I Am Not Selling My Tooth!" with KAPS Mike in the Morning (2/9 @ 7:30 AM): Kids Dental Health Month Museum Events
Mom Entrepreneurs Kelli Nielsen (Author) and Kelly Hawkins (Illustrator) of Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids will appear Mon., Feb. 9 at 7:30 a.m. on Mike Yeoman’s “Mike in the Morning” show (KAPS 102.1 FM / 660 AM) to talk about their newest book, “I Am Not Selling My Tooth!” and discuss their passion for children and books. - February 08, 2015 - Kelli and Kelly Books for Kids
Florida Author Stephen Whitfield Releases New Historical Adventure Novel – "Omari And The People"
Author, Stephen Whitfield is pleased to announce the release of his new historical adventure novel, "Omari And The People." Reviewers are already calling the story epic, enchanting, gripping, fantastic and exciting. - February 08, 2015 - Stephen Whitfield
Author Publishes PG Edition of Popular Book “His PhD is in Hypocrisy and Other Poems about My Crappy Ex-Boyfriend”
Author, Tayo Oredein, releases a “PG” version of her book “His PhD is in Hypocrisy…And Other Poems about My Crappy Ex-Boyfriend” to reach younger audiences. - February 08, 2015 - Gynarchy
Chicago Author Combines Shakespeare, Dante, and History in New Novel
Sordelet Ink releases David Blixt's seventh novel of historical fiction, "The Prince's Doom," exploring the origins of the famous feud in Shakespeare's classic "Romeo & Juliet." - February 07, 2015 - Sordelet Ink
Paranormal Events, Frightening Dreams, and Terror Filled Memories Draw Two Women Together Into an Unthinkable Web of Horror
Author Elle Klass has released her second novel. Volume 1 of the "Ruthless Storm Trilogy, Eye of the Storm Eilida’s Tragedy." - February 07, 2015 - Elle Klass
"$1,000 Start-Ups: 60 Businesses for Micro-Entrepreneurs … and How to Start Them"
Owning and operating a successful business is the deal changer that puts you in control of your destiny. This new book shows how to start a business for less than $1,000, provides 60 examples, and provided a blueprint for how to start each one. - February 07, 2015 - LWL Enterprises, Inc.
Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers Release and Publish "Little Reddy Learns Obedience"
Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers release and publish "Little Reddy Learns Obedience." A children's book in the Lil Quacker Books series. - February 07, 2015 - Thee Olde Peddler Book Sellers
New Mystery Novella Released by Serealities Press and Author Olivia Batker Pritzker: "House of Harwood"
Serealities Press and author, Olivia Batker Pritzker are pleased to announce the release of a new mystery novella, "House of Harwood." - February 06, 2015 - Olivia Batker Pritzker
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
A Shout Out for "The Quiet Room": Nominated for The Eric Hoffer Award
"The Quiet Room" Nomination for the 2015 Eric Hoffer Award for General Fiction - February 05, 2015 - Rona Simmons
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
"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
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
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
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
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