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Digital-Product-Reviews.com Not Afraid to Warn People About Scams
The recently launched review site, Digital-Product-Reviews.com openly warns people not to waste their money on worthless eBooks. - April 10, 2012 - Alan Zornes
Author Cabot Barden Publishes Next Book, Mixed Blessings
Author Cabot Barden just released his next book called Mixed Blessings through Trafford publishing co. The second book picks up where the first book left off with the story of Toby Martin, a 20 year old musician who tries to balance being a musician with family life during the 1970s. the book is... - April 10, 2012 - Cabot Barden-Author
Pulse Bestselling Author Wanda B. Campbell to Appear on "Turn The Pages"
Popular Christian, Fiction author to conduct in-depth interview with Faith ABeliever Book Club Group. - April 10, 2012 - Pulse
"Upfront & Straightforward" Celebrates Five Years of Dating Advice for Singles
On May 31, 2012, "Upfront & Straightforward" with Host Alan Roger Currie will celebrate five years as the top-rated talk radio show on BlogTalkRadio.com among all programs that primarily center on issues and discussions related to romance, attraction, seduction, sex, and self-help for dating singles. - April 08, 2012 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
Pacific Northwest Author Announces New Novel That Mixes Romance and Suspense
Author, Michelle Bellon is pleased to announce her book, His Salvation. A mix of romance and suspense, reviewers are giving the book five star reviews. - April 08, 2012 - Michelle Bellon
Top 40 Billboard Artist Describes Son's Journey with Sensory Processing Disorder
April is Autism Awareness Month and every autistic child suffers from some form of Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). The new book, "Life Not Typical: How Special Needs Parenting Changed my Faith & my Song," chronicles the difficulties of SPD from the parent's perspective. - April 07, 2012 - Adams Group
Eight Titles Released at Eternal Press
Eternal Press is a division of Damnation Books, LLC. The publishing company released over 100 titles in 2011. Eternal Press will continue to bring quality, affordable fiction to e-readers and traditional readers world wide. Eternal Press is committed to providing quality affordable fiction in popular e-reading formats. New titles released on 7 April 2012 and are available at http://eternalpress.biz. - April 07, 2012 - Caliburn Press LLC
David McGarry Publishes New Book at Amazon
Author David McGarry announced the publication of his book, The Atlantis Precedent, at Amazon on April 5. As the author explained, climate change is not a modern threat to humanity. Ever since the first civilisations arose, climate change has threatened their survival. This book intends to explain... - April 07, 2012 - David McGarry
Gone with the Night: True Crime Paperback
Gone with the Night New True Crime paperback from disabled Children’s and Teen’s Author Robert K Boscarato on Amazon.com and CreateSpace https://www.createspace.com/Preview/1099306 58 pages ISBN-13: 978-1475141368 (CreateSpace-Assigned) List Price: $7.88 8.5" x 11" (21.59... - April 06, 2012 - RKB HOLDINGS LLC
A Life Lived Ridiculously Tackles OCD & Sociopath Topics with Sinister Humor & Raw Vulnerability
Author & Neuroscientist Dr. Annabelle R. Charbit will release her debut novel, A Life Lived Ridiculously on April 12, 2012 (Firefly Publishing & Entertainment; ISBN: 978-0-9846428-6-1). - April 06, 2012 - Firefly Publishing & Entertainment
Retail Management Guru, Julian Gladstone Pens Memoir About His Life and Cross Dressing
Author, Julian Gladstone is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Never Climbed His Mountain. Gladstone says, " At this moment millions of American males are publicly 'underdressing' in feminine lingerie. And no, they are not gay!" - April 05, 2012 - Julian Gladstone
Fibles: 10-Minute Children’s Bedtime Stories for Modern-Day Kids
Into our “There’s not enough time!” world comes Fibles, a new collection of modern-day children’s bedtime stories, told through a cast of loveable animal characters who are chatting, tweeting, texting, and much more. - April 05, 2012 - Cookietwist Publishing
1970s Las Vegas Chronicled in Marlayna Glynn Brown's Graphic Memoir
Marlayna Glynn Brown released a new memoir entitled, Overlay, that chronicles a childhood spent in 1970s mafia casino era Las Vegas. Marlayna states, "Overlay is not just my story - but a platform that provides an opportunity for readers to examine their own choices and decisions in their lives. It is relevant and inspirational for anyone with a family member struggling with alcoholism or addiction." - April 04, 2012 - Marlayna Glynn Brown
Author Dorenda W. Madkins to Release a Children’s Book Titled “Mama, Are Hoodies Bad?
Dorenda W. Madkins announced today that she is currently writing a children’s book in honor of the tragedy of Trayvon Martin. The storyline is meant to raise awareness about the consequences of stereotyping. The book will feature a wealthy African American family and a teenager's struggle... - April 04, 2012 - Dorenda W. Madkins
Arizona Authors to Celebrate LepreCon Convention in Tempe
Appearences, signings and panel highlight a busy weekend - April 04, 2012 - Brick Cave media
InJust10Pages Donates 10 Pages Worth of Books to the Books of Africa Foundation on Every Sign-up
Online e-book library, InJust10Pages has decided to share 10 pages worth of books to the Books of Africa Foundation as the Company believes that there could be no better gift than books - April 04, 2012 - In Just 10 Pages
"The DivaGirl's Guide" Hits Booksellers Today
Already acclaimed teen girl’s book maps way to “Style and Self-Respect.” - April 04, 2012 - Evoluer Image Consultants
Marilyn Monroe Saved; JFK Plot Foiled? What She Knew Published by Gator Creek Artists Entertainment
Authors K. R. Hughes and T. L. Burns bring history, suspense and a cast of charismatic characters together as Peter Lawford and Bobby Kennedy rescue the very much alive Marilyn so they can use her knowledge to foil the assassination of JFK. - April 03, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
It's Geek-2-Me Launches Paperback Compilation of Popular Online Tech Cartoon in "Wish Your Mouth Had a Backspace Key"
Francis Cleetus, a Pittsburgh-based cartoonist and advertising creative director, presented his book "Wish Your Mouth had a Backspace Key," on Friday, March, 30, 2012 at the Toonseum on 945 Liberty Avenue, in downtown Pittsburgh. Guests had the opportunity to meet the author, join him in... - April 02, 2012 - It's Geek-2-Me
Pump Up Your Book! Celebrates Its 5th Anniversary and Announces April ‘12 Authors on Virtual Book Tours
Pump Up Your Book celebrates 5 years with a month full of giveaways. Also on tour in April 2012 are 35 authors in a variety of genres. - April 02, 2012 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Too Books Releases a New Short Story "The Creation of Sxxty," Based on the New Science Fiction Book Series "Watcher in the Fall"
Too Books–Based on the recently release first in a series book “Watcher in the Fall: Connections”, the second short story in a growing list of short stories is being released this weekend. - April 02, 2012 - Too Books
Chicago Author, Libby Fischer Hellmann Wins High Praise for Stepping Into Seventies Political Revolution
In a departure from her usual genre, award-winning Chicago author Libby Fischer Hellmann, has produced an intricately researched and beautifully crafted political thriller set during the Iranian Revolution. - April 02, 2012 - Libby Fischer Hellmann
Another of Susan Mary Malone’s Writer Clients to be Published in April
Dr. Annabelle R. Charbit's “A Life Lived Ridiculously” to Hit Shelves in April - April 01, 2012 - Malone Editorial Services
Savant Books Announces Release of Brian Morley's Novel, "Number One Bestseller" in Multi-eBook Formats
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, announces the release of Brian Morley's new action/adventure police novel, "Number One Bestseller" in multiple eBook formats. - April 01, 2012 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
New Historical Fiction Work Portrays the Early Days of Islam
Author, Osman Kartal is pleased to announce the release of his new book, The Prophet’s Scribe. History and religion combine in this prophetic novel. - April 01, 2012 - Osman Kartal
Savant Books Releases Broadway Producer S. Stanley Gordon's Memoirs, "My Two Wives and Three Husbands" in Multi-Ebook Formats
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, announces the release of Hollywood/Broadway/London Stage Producer S. Stanley Gordon's published memoirs titled "My Two Wives and Three Husbands" in multiple eBook formats - March 31, 2012 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
This Book May be Stupid – But Christopher Nosnibor’s No April Fool as Clinicality Press Unveil New Novel
Published by Clinicality Press on April 1st, Christopher Nosnibor’s latest novel is designed to baffle, perplex, irritate... and to entertain. Entitled "This Book is F*cking Stupid," it’s also another willful work of self-sabotage. - March 31, 2012 - Clinicality Press
Kilimanjaro: One Man's Quest to Go Over the Hill an Inspiring Memoir
Kilimanjaro: One Man's Quest to Go Over the Hill chronicles the author's attempt to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. Kilimanjaro is available as an ebook and in print. To purchase your copy, visit www.mgedwards.com. - March 31, 2012 - M.G. Edwards
Lana Jordain Announces That Her Novel, "Ready? Set...Fly!" Has Been Published and is Available for Purchase
An announcement of the release of Lana Jordain's novel, "Ready? Set...Fly!" - March 31, 2012 - Lana Jordain
Black Rose Writing Presents The AntiCAT Book by Bruce Sheiman
A Book for Dog-People and Cat-People. The pet world is divided into two groups – dog-people and cat-people – each claiming that its preferred animal is the reigning champion. - March 31, 2012 - Black Rose Writing
Black Rose Writing Presents The Guardian Chronicles: Emergence by Lewis Keating
“Downtown was practically deserted. Danny ran towards the city market. Sirens and screams could be heard in the distance. Obviously, the police were still in the process of clearing out the area.” -The Levees Break - March 31, 2012 - Black Rose Writing
Black Rose Writing Presents Warning Whispers by Paul Korins
This is a coming-of-age novel, especially for children who have experienced a tragic loss in their family. The healing process, and all that it encompasses - adjustment, anger, forgiveness, etc. - is integral to Warning Whispers. - March 31, 2012 - Black Rose Writing
RealTime Publishing Author, Jan Evan Whitford, Releases a Suspense Novel Called Mystic Fear
RealTime Publishing are delighted to announce the release of the second in a series of Suspense Novels by author Jan Evan Whitford. - March 31, 2012 - Ebooks Inc
Marion Woodfork Simmons Receives Award at Caroline County Board of Supervisors Meeting
Family Historian and Author honored for preserving the history of Union High School. - March 31, 2012 - Woodfork Genealogy LLC
Author Releases Second Book in the No Asylum Book Series, Last Seen Missing
Author, J.S. Bradford is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Last Seen Missing, the 2nd book in the No Asylum Book Series. This series of political thrillers explore the conflicts confronted by so many as they face the issues threatening their security on a daily basis. - March 30, 2012 - J.S. Bradford
New How-to Computer Manual Just Released for Normal People
Author, Miklos Jako is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Computer How To For Normal People. This concise manual is in easy to read and easy to understand language for all of the non-geeks in the world. - March 30, 2012 - Miklos Jako
Retired Theatre Professor Releases New Historical Fiction Novel About Slavery
Author, CD Harper is pleased to announce his book, Covenant. This work is a historical fiction novel set during slavery and the Civil War and looks at the relationship of the slave master and his slave love. The story also delves into the impact of slavery, the war and the human impulse to love on lives of everyone on Covenant Plantation. Covenant is told from the perspective of a slave. - March 30, 2012 - CD Harper
"Mode One" Author to Sponsor Personal Development Workshops for Single Men
Do you become bashful and tongue-tied when in the company of attractive women? Do you want to learn how to converse with women with more confidence? Do you want to learn the secrets of recognizing women's natural 'body language cues'? If all of the above apply to you, then you want to sign up for one of Alan Roger Currie's 'Mode One' Personal Development Workshops for Men. The first workshop is set to take place in Chicago on May 18-20, 2012. - March 29, 2012 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
A Puritan’s Mind Launches “The Puritan Shop” for Reformed eBooks and Puritan Downloads
New Electronic eBook Shop Opens with Instant Downloading Capability for Reformed and Puritan Literature Bringing 17th Century Manuscripts Into the Modern Age - March 29, 2012 - A Puritan's Mind
Fenske Unveils the Secret World of Invisible Art
Noted artist, Gary Fenske, gives tribute to a forgotten art form and its secretive 100 year history. - March 29, 2012 - Fenske Art
Chef Jon Bonnell Shares His Secrets from the Lone Star State, Releases New Cookbook: Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites
Acclaimed Chef Jon Bonnell releases his second cookbook, Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites (ISBN 9781423622598), filled with family favorite recipes any home-cook can recreate. This collection of recipes is a unique take on Texas staples that will satisfy your appetite, culinary aspirations and... - March 29, 2012 - Chef Jon Bonnell
The Darlings of Orange County Stings H-Town with Sexy Salacious Satire
Author, Jennifer S. Devore, will release her 4th book, a work of fiction, The Darlings of Orange County, published by KIMedia, LLC. The novel will be released in Kindle, Nook, and epub formats. - March 29, 2012 - KIMedia, LLC
Handy EHR/EMR Pocket Guide Book Published for Patients and Doctors
An easy, simple and effortless Lessons-based, no Nonsense guide - a very handy pocket book designed for everybody: from novice patients, clinic managers, practicing nurses, other health professionals and busy physicians MDs/DOs on the go. A must for any one who cares for patient records and charts available at anytime at his or her finger tips. Ordinary citizens are immensely benefited knowing what the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is impacting even transient use in public travel. - March 29, 2012 - MAHALAXMI LODGING CONSULTING,LLC
Savant Books Announces Release of Anoop Chandola's New Novel, "In the Himalayan Nights"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii announces release of Anoop Chandola's newest historical novel of ancient and modern India, "In the Himalayan Nights." - March 28, 2012 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
Bibliotastic Historical Fiction Author Lands Book Deal
One of bibliotastic’s most popular authors, Letitia Coyne, has been signed by a commercial publisher, Canada-based 1889 Labs, under whose imprint she has released "Touchstone," a medieval tragedy. - March 28, 2012 - bibliotastic
Eden Autism Services Book Fair Kicks Off Autism Awareness Month
A percentage of sales will benefit autism support organization - March 28, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Author, Krys Nicole Gives a New Definition to the Plus Size World in Her Funny and Inspirational Pocket Guide, "I'm Not Fat! I'm Thicksational!"
A manual for every woman and girl who has been called fat or any other derogatory name regarding their weight. You will learn how to shine through adversity. From now on you will correct someone if they ever call you fat again. - March 27, 2012 - Krys Nicole
Film Highlights Work of Graphic Novel Pioneer: Penn State University Libraries to Host World Premiere of 217 Films’ New Documentary on Lynd Ward
Penn State University Libraries will host the world premiere of 217 Films’ new documentary on Lynd Ward, the father of the American graphic novel and one of the most prolific book illustrators and printmakers in the history of American art. A preview of the film and other projects by 217 Films, the work of Maglaras and Terri Templeton, can be viewed at www.two17films.com/viewclips.php. - March 26, 2012 - 217 Films
New Book Major League Addiction Revealing Details of Child Sex Abuse by Late Former Boston Red Sox Clubhouse Manager Scheduled for Publication in April
Leeronnie Ogletree was born in Winter Haven, Florida in 1963. As a child he became a clubhouse boy for the Boston Red Sox during spring training. He later moved to Massachusetts where he continued working for the Red Sox. After years of drug addiction and jail time for numerous offenses he entered a drug treatment program. Now sober, Ogletree uses the sharing of his journey as catharsis. As a father, he sees in his four children the vulnerability and innocence stripped away from him. - March 25, 2012 - Ogletree Enterprizes, LLC
Janet Halfmann's "Star of the Sea" Wins Wisconsin Writers Children's Literature Award
Janet Halfmann has won the Wisconsin Writers Children’s Literature Award for her picture book, “Star of the Sea: A Day in the Life of a Starfish.” The Council for Wisconsin Writers announced the award March 22. Halfmann was inspired to write “Star of the Sea” because of her long-time fascination with sea stars. The book's illustrations are by Joan Paley and the publisher is Henry Holt/Christy Ottaviano. - March 25, 2012 - Janet Halfmann—Children's Author