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The Brownstone Poets Presents Red Barrow Poets: John Barrale, Zorida Mohamed, and Tony Puma on Saturday, August 4 at 2:30 P.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in Brooklyn
The Brownstone Poets presents Red Barrow Poets: John Barrale, Zorida Mohamed, and Tony Puma on Saturday, August 4 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... - July 15, 2012 - The Brownstone Poets
The Buffalo Mafia Revealed in New Book
The first book to chronicle the history of the Mafia in Buffalo, NY has hit the bookshelves. "Gangsters and Organized Crime in Buffalo: History, Hits and Headquarters" is the first book to "put it all together," as former Buffalo News reporter Lee Coppola stated. - July 15, 2012 - Naked Buffalo, Inc.
True Crime Book Released Covering the Details of Greed, Manipulation, and Embezzlement
Authors, Diana Goodwin and Victoria Graydale, are pleased to announce the promotion of their book, Dividend of Deception. This book is a true crime piece about embezzlement and friendships gone wrong. - July 14, 2012 - Diana Goodwin
New York Author Release New Contemporary Fiction Novel Oceana: A Love Story
Author, CC Lindh is pleased to announce her new book, Oceana: a love story. - July 14, 2012 - CC Lindh
Southern Author Releases New Historical Fiction Novel Set in Germany During the 1950’s
Author, FA Shepherd is pleased to announce the release of his new historical fiction novel, Neubrücke. - July 14, 2012 - Author FA Shepherd
Author Releases New Thriller About the Dangers Facing American Tourists
Author, Reynold Conger is pleased to announce the promotion of his book, Chased Across Australia. - July 14, 2012 - Reynold Conger
Chetan Bhagat's First Non-Fiction Book What Young India Wants is Now on Pre-Order at Infibeam
Chetan Bhagat's What Young India Wants poignantly poses some of the most burning issues causing grave concern among both the commonalty and authority in whose hands it is to solve them. Infibeam offers you an opportunity to be a part of both the debate over these issues and also the solutions offer for them. And this they do by offering the renowned author's first non-fiction book on pre-order. - July 14, 2012 - Infibeam.com
Mystery Novel, A Ghost at Stallion’s Gate, is Top Seller at Write Words, Inc.
This week, Arline Chase of Write Words, Inc., announced that the newest edition to Elizabeth Eagan-Cox’s paranormal mystery series: A Ghost at Stallion’s Gate, was the top selling title for the second quarter of 2012. - July 13, 2012 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
Sunshine Wine Concepts LLC Announces Iconic Spirits: An Intoxicating History Now Available for Pre-Order on Amazon
Iconic Spirits, by Mark Spivak, the most eagerly awaited spirits book of the year, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.com. - July 13, 2012 - Sunshine Wine Concepts, LLC
Heart Spoken Words LLC Presents "90-Pound Heavyweight," the Amazing Story of Janet Barnes, Longest Living Quadriplegic--Now Available at Libraries and Coming to Amazon
"90-pound heavyweight," the story, words and life of Janet Barnes in vignette, longest living quadriplegic is now available at heartspokenwords.com website and select libraries and coming soon to Amazon. Janet was in a horrific accident shortly after Guinness World Records confirmation and broke just about every bone in her body. Read more on the website. - July 13, 2012 - Heart Spoken Words LLC
New Book - From “Apartheid” Rhodesia to Surviving the Zimbabwe Liberation Struggle and to Becoming a Key Advocate for ICT for Development in Africa
Jabulani Dhliwayo’s new book is a story of one man’s personal journey from a revolutionary to a renowned ICT professional. It is written with great honesty, incorporating pathos and humour intended to ease some of the heartbreaking and chilling accounts in the book. It is an interesting... - July 12, 2012 - The Endless Journey
Quest for Revenge: Massacre at Bridal Veil Falls Published by Outskirts Press
Novelist Scotty V. Casper takes two teenagers on a seemingly impossible journey for revenge after their parents’ and community’s massacre in the wild and rugged Utah of the mid nineteenth century. - July 12, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Two Experts’ Tips: Secrets of an Irresistible Wife Published by Outskirts Press
Professional marriage counselors and authors Bisi and Yomi Adewale show how a woman can continually captivate her husband and win over his mind, body and soul with her lovemaking. - July 12, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
True Corporate Influence: Pre-Empting Public Policy Published by Outskirts Press
Author Elizabeth Curran uses a detailed look at the recent recall attempt of the Wisconsin governor over collective bargaining to show the heavy influence of corporate money on all American politics. - July 12, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book "Let’s Play SHESS" Empowers Women to Change from Pawn to Queen
Wendy Oliveras’ new book Let’s Play SHESS published by AuthorHouse inspires, teaches and motivates women to gain confidence and achieve success on a personal and professional level by playing chess. - July 11, 2012 - SHESS Global Alliance, LLC
MyHorse Daily to Offer Free Webinar with Co-Author of True Horsemanship Through Feel, Leslie Desmond
Join MyHorse Daily for an interactive online conversation with author Leslie Desmond on her classic natural horsemanship book. - July 11, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
The Mystery Behind Superstition Mountain is Inspiration for New Mystery/Adventure Novel, Desert Intrigue
The lost Dutchman’s goldmine, the great Thunder God, and mysterious events begin to unfold in this new mystery adventure novel. - July 11, 2012 - Linda Weaver Clarke
Liu Ping Brings Her Chinese Dream to America and Beyond
San Francsico Business Women Social Networking with Liu Ping, the author of "My Chinese Dream," CEO of China Star Ltd., Former Red Guard in Culture Revolution. - July 10, 2012 - Sinomedia International Group
Leonardoverse Launches New "Jupiter Chronicles" Steampunk Children's Book Series This September
Jupiter Chronicles: Steampunk Children’s Series Launches in September About The Book: A war has been fought and lost by the Jovians. Now the answer to their freedom lies within the Great Red Spot and it's up to Ian and Callie to uncover its secret. It is the year 1892 and Ian and Callie... - July 10, 2012 - Leonardoverse
Christian: Breaking Out; Inmates Escape from the Prison System for Life
The book, Escape from the Prison System: Finding the Narrow Door, tells seventeen true stories of prisoners who regained their lives through salvation. A prisoner’s past need not dictate his or her future. PuckettBrowne Publishing announces a 43 percent discount when sending the book to a prison address: good news for parents and friends. - July 09, 2012 - PuckettBrowne Publishing
Dr. Leigh-Davis and Powerful Women on Kindle
“Quotes from Powerful Women about Power” by Dr. Leigh-Davis is now available as an eBook. - July 09, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
New Magical Realism Collection to Benefit Planned Parenthood
People with Holes, Heather Fowler’s second book of magical realist stories, supports women's rights to sexual health. 100% author’s proceeds will be donated to Planned Parenthood. The publisher will match the author’s contribution. - July 09, 2012 - Pink Narcissus Press
International Author Releases New Contemporary Adventure Trilogy
International author, Chris Elgood is pleased to announce his new contemporary fiction trilogy, The Upward Mobility of Nshila Ileloka. The three books are Accidental Assassin, He Only Died Twice, and The Eager Apprentice. - July 08, 2012 - Chris Elgood
SBPRA Signs eBook Deal with Korea at Seoul International Book Fair
Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency (SBPRA) has announced the sale of its eBook catalogue for distribution throughout Korea. - July 08, 2012 - Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency
"Ice on the Grapevine" a Finalist in the Mystery Category of the Global eBook Awards
"Ice on the Grapevine," the second novel in the Hunter Rayne highway mystery series by R.E. Donald, has been short listed for a Global eBook Award. Independent Canadian publisher, Proud Horse Publishing of Vancouver, BC, released "Slow Curve on the Coquihalla" and "Ice on the Grapevine" as digital editions in the fall of 2011. Both will be available in print editions by August 2012. - July 07, 2012 - Proud Horse Publishing
Winner Novel of the Russian Booker Prize, The Time of Women Released by Glagoslav Publications
The winner of the Russian Booker Prize 2009 “The Time of Women” is now brought to the attention of English-reading audience worldwide. - July 07, 2012 - Glagoslav Publications
Novel of the Decade in Modern Russia, Sin by Zakhar Prilepin Released by Glagoslav Publications
The book of the decade in modern Russia, Sin by Zakhar Prilepin, is now brought to the attention of the English-reading audience. - July 07, 2012 - Glagoslav Publications
Ukrainian National Prize Winner Novel The Lost Button Published in English by Glagoslav Publications
The winner of the Ukrainian national Coronation of the Word Prize 2005, The Lost Button by Irene Rozdobudko is now available in English - July 07, 2012 - Glagoslav Publications
Kersten L. Kelly Travels on a Month Long Virtual Blog Tour to Endorse Economics Book
Join Author Kersten L. Kelly as she promotes and highlights " ec•o•nom•ics: a simple twist on normalcy" through Orangeberry Book Tours via 15 popular book blogs throughout July. - July 07, 2012 - Talisman Book Publishing LLC
Doctors Write Health and Safety Guide for College Students and New Grads
The first and only of its kind, the definitive health and safety guide written for college students by Dr. William Bhaskar and Dr. Philip Bhaskar has been released by Amazon.com. The book compiles is a synopsis of the crucial topics in health and personal safety; everything a young adult going to... - July 06, 2012 - ydkwydk, LLC
New Book for Boomers Provides Step-by-Step Guidance on How to Best Help Their Parents as They Age
This easy-to-understand guide takes you from the essentials of qualifying for Medicaid to planning a funeral – in layman’s terms. Author Jodi Clock provides fundamental information on how you can maximize your hard-earned dollars to last through your retirement. Don’t wait until it’s too late to get end-of life advice you need to safeguard you and your parents' assets. - July 05, 2012 - Jodi Clock DBA as Strategic Choices
Barking Rain Press Acquires YA Fantasy Novel “Last Stand of Darwony” from Clint Talbert
Barking Rain Press announced the acquisition of the worldwide print and electronic publishing rights for the YA Fantasy novel “Last Stand of Darwony” from author Clint Talbert. - July 05, 2012 - Barking Rain Press
Illinois Author Releases New Coming of Age Novel, Backseat
Author, Tom Wascoe is pleased to announce the release of his new coming of age novel, Backseat. - July 05, 2012 - Tom Wascoe
Glagoslav Publications Releases Novel Hardly Ever Otherwise, Winner of Ukrainian Book of the Year
The winner of the Ukrainian national Book of the Year and the Coronation of the Word Awards, Hardly Ever Otherwise by Maria Matios is now brought to the attention of English-reading audience worldwide. - July 05, 2012 - Glagoslav Publications
Dr. Leigh-Davis’ New Book, “Geisha Goddess,” is for Adults Only
What started out as Dr. Leigh-Davis, anthropologist, giving relationship advice; has become a contender to the book “50 Shades of Grey.” - July 04, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Author Sands Hetherington Joins the July ‘12 World of Ink Virtual Tour
The World of Ink Network will be touring author Sands Hetherington’s nighttime adventure for kids, Night Buddies and the Pineapple Cheesecake Scare published by Dune Buggy Press all through July and August 2012. About the Book: Night Buddies and the Pineapple Cheesecake Scare is the first in... - July 04, 2012 - World of Ink Network
Ancient Evil Rises Again in The Chronicles of Farro Published by Outskirts Press
In author M. D. Privatsky’s first epic fantasy, an Osarian knight and an elfin duo battle to save the beautiful realm of Andora from global genocide as a sacred prophecy unfolds and darkness rises. - July 04, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Remarkable Tales from the NYPD: Officer Down Published by Outskirts Press
Veteran author and NYPD Police Surgeon Dr. Francis V. Adams gives readers a fascinating, inside view of the dangerous nature of police work and the medical care these brave men and women receive. - July 04, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Runner Releases New Book About His Cross Country Adventure, Six Miles Per Hour
Author and runner, Patrick McGlade is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Six Miles Per Hour. This new release is a memoir of Patricks journey cross country, running from California to Georgia. - July 04, 2012 - Patrick McGlade
Wild Orchid Press welcomes Vivian Murdoch to their Sizzling Summer Fairy Tale Series
Romance author Vivian Murdoch releases her debut novella Uncaged Beauty in Wild Orchid Press' Sizzling Summer Fairy Tale Series. - July 03, 2012 - Wild Orchid Press
Author Ken Pelham Releases Brigands Key
A thriller novel is being released on July 18, 2012 by an award winning author. - July 03, 2012 - Brigands Key
Sacred Oaks Press Announces Upcoming Release of Urban Fantasy Debut Shadow Sight by E.J. Stevens.
Sacred Oaks Press to release Shadow Sight, the first book in the Ivy Granger series, by E.J. Stevens on July 24, 2012. - July 03, 2012 - Sacred Oaks Press
Why More and More Women Are Saying No to Marriage
A woman today does not necessarily have to walk down the wedding aisle and put a ring on her finger in order to have money, or have sex with a guy, or cohabitate with him, or share finances, or create a family, or even to have and raise children. Don't Say I Do! explains why. - July 02, 2012 - Don't Say I Do - NHP
New Espionage Novella Available: “St. Peter in Chains” by M Pepper Langlinais
In “St. Peter in Chains,” a new spy novella by M Pepper Langlinais, intelligence agent Peter Stoller struggles to maintain a work-life balance in the face of having his lover accused of espionage. The book was released on June 26, 2012 and is available exclusively as an eBook on Amazon.com. - July 02, 2012 - M Pepper Langlinais
Shelley Hitz, a Best-Selling Christian Author Launches New Facebook Page "Get Free Christian Books"
Self Publishing Coach, Shelley Hitz, is a best-selling Christian Author and has launched a brand new Facebook page, “Get Free Christian Books:” https://www.facebook.com/getfreechristianbooks. This is a service that helps readers find free Christian books online, and for authors provides a place for them to share their book promotions and giveaways. - July 01, 2012 - TrainingAuthors
Your Time Publishing, LLC Releases Deandrea Green’s Children’s Book The Who Dat Movers: Jump Team
Local author, Deandrea Green, to release her second children’s book, The Who Dat Movers: Jump Team and is a featured speaker at the 2nd Annual Bayou Soul Writers and Reader's Conference. - July 01, 2012 - Your Time Publishing, LLC
New Book for Boomers Provides Step-by-Step Guidance on How to Best Help Their Parents as They Age
Windy City Publishers is proud to announce the release of Navigating the Eldercare Journey… Without Going Broke! by Jodi M. Clock. With baby boomers finding themselves in the position of taking care of their elderly parents, who are living longer today than ever before, it is crucial that... - July 01, 2012 - Windy City Publishing
Entrée Press Releases Cookbooks That Encourage Home Cooks to Play with Their Food
Entrée Press “Play with your food!” interactive cookbooks provide experimentation encouragement, and extensive ingredient and cooking method substitution information. - July 01, 2012 - Entrée Press, LLC
Novel Explores Social-Emotional Toll Healthcare Reform Takes on Doctors
Windy City Publishers is proud to announce the release of Morton’s Fork, a new novel by Dale Coy, M.D. As healthcare reform is the social issue of the decade, Dr. Coy brings to light the true life of a doctor, showing the complexities of practicing medicine, while providing an inside look at... - July 01, 2012 - Windy City Publishing
New eBook Memoir, "Ubyr, Rachel's Heartache" by Andrew James
Ubyr, Rachel's Heartache is a young adult, fantasy novel by Australian author, Andrew James. This is the second book in the Ubyr series continuing on from Ubyr, The Tale of Ryan Krazer. - June 30, 2012 - Andrew James Ubyr