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MPPublishing Releases Jasmin Palo's Detective Mystery Novel in Mid December
Read about private detective Nathan Stone's and homicide detective Nicole Trent's thrilling hunt for a killer through the streets of Reno in Jasmin Palo's New Book "Heart Attack." - December 11, 2011 - MPPublishing
ASD Publishing Expands with Washington State Poet
ASD Publishing welcomes writer Travis Laurence Naught to their publishing family with his debut book THE VIRGIN JOURNALS. - December 11, 2011 - ASD Publishing
Buck the Trend of Electronics Overload: Give Children the Gift of Reading
Laughing Giraffe Books features unique book gift collections for every young child’s age and interests. - December 11, 2011 - Laughing Giraffe Books
Defining Hulk and Wolverine Artist Unleashes Tough Guy
Publisher Mohawk Media releases a graphic novel featuring all-new action hero, Tough Guy, with a cover by comic book art legend, Herb Trimpe. - December 11, 2011 - Mohawk Media
New Tweens & Teens Novel Released by Aleisha Gore
Writer, director, producer and actress, Aleisha Gore, steps away from the cameras and focuses on an inspiring young adult novel, to warm the hearts of kids and adults everywhere and inspire them, despite adversity, to be themselves. - December 10, 2011 - Aleisha Gore
Classic Juvenile and Teen Hockey Novel Returns for a Replay
Just in time for the holidays and the early part of the NHL season, author Stacy Juba has brought back her classic family hockey novel Face-Off, a book that she originally published as a teenager and that has entertained thousands of readers over the past two decades. - December 10, 2011 - Stacy Juba.com
Black Rose Writing Presents blacke by Reagan Rothe
Black Rose Writing is proud to announce that it has acquired the publishing rights to blacke by Reagan Rothe. “He sees himself smiling because... He's Mr. Blacke... And you're not” - December 10, 2011 - Black Rose Writing
Author and Angel Healer Team Up for Holiday Book Launch
As a tie-in to her new psychic paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn, author Stacy Juba is sponsoring a holiday giveaway on her web site from an energy healer and angel healing practitioner. Available in trade paperback and e-book editions, Dark Before Dawn debuted this fall on the Top 100 Kindle... - December 10, 2011 - Stacy Juba.com
Author Completes the Jason Smiley Stewart – My Life Story Drama Series of Books with Ring of Gold
Author, John Milton Langdon, completes the "Jason Smiley Stewart - My Life Story" series. "Ring of Gold" is the fourth volume. - December 10, 2011 - Author, John Milton Langdon
New Fiction Novel Mixes Archaeology, Adventure, and the Mayan Civilization
Author, Marjorie Bicknell Johnson is pleased to announce the release of her new book, Jaguar Princess. Johnson intertwines her love of the Mayan civilization and archaeology in this new historical fiction tale. In Jaguar Princess, Chanla “Pesh” Pex, descendant of a Maya king, is... - December 10, 2011 - Author, Marjorie Bicknell Johnson
New Biography of New Jersey Political Boss Reaches #1 on Amazon
A new biography of famed Jersey City mayor and political boss Frank Hague has reached the #1 spot on Amazon.com in the category Hot New Releases in United States Biographies. Frank Hague served as the mayor of Jersey City for much of the early twentieth century. - December 09, 2011 - Leonard Vernon
Author Allen Klein to Speak on How to Go from Loss to Laughter
Award-winning author shows people how to fully embrace life after a loss. - December 09, 2011 - Allen Klein
G.IS.G Heavenly Publications Announces Release of Newest Novel
Author Dee Dee Chumley publishes debut book with G.IS.G Heavenly Publications. - December 09, 2011 - G.IS.G Heavenly Publications
Mansard Books Debuts Motivational Cat Book
Mansard Books author, Karen Farrell, has written and fully illustrated the newly released book entitled—Cat Sense: A Feline Style for Living. A Social Worker by profession, the author took early retirement and has been spending that time, over a year, writing this positive thinking book and... - December 09, 2011 - Mansard Books, Inc.
Pennsylvania Author KristaLyn Vetovich Releases New Science Fiction Fantasy Novel
Author, KristaLyn Vetovich, is pleased to announce the release of her new science fiction book, The Resistance. Vetovich previously released a trilogy series, Enya’s Light, Enya’s Shadow, and Enya’s Judgement. A melodramatic dictator from another dimension is coming to this world. - December 09, 2011 - Author, KristaLyn Vetovich
Author Pens Children’s Book Based on Godson with Autism
Gregory G. Allen has entered the MeeGenius Author Challenge to get his children's book about autism awareness published. - December 08, 2011 - ASD Publishing
"The Greater Reality: and the Evolution of Emotion," Provides Us with a New Theory of Creation
"The Greater Reality: and the Evolution of Emotion" by Don Brown is a new book that provides all of the big answers to the big questions about life. A self-help book that provides new information regarding the mechanics of the universe. Never has a book been published before that is so loaded with details about what started the big bang. "I think that all of us have wondered how the universe could come from nothing. It is complex, so I was very lucky to be able to figure it out." -Don Brown - December 08, 2011 - "The Greater Reality: and the Evolution of Emotion" by independent author Don Brown
New Novel “Beverly Hills Diary: A Journey Through The Mind of a Boy” by A.D Grill Proves to be a Wonderful Holiday Gift
Holiday Reading Hit Imaginatively Illustrates Boys Trials in Life While Growing Up in the 1960’s. - December 08, 2011 - A.D Grill
Cat Loving Author Takes Readers on a Journey with a Very Curious Feline at the Neophyte Writer
Marie's Nine Lives by Shana Gammon shares a hilarious story about a cat and her curious adventures. - December 08, 2011 - The Neophyte Writer
New Children's Book Inspired by Teacher’s Experience with Symbolic Play
Ben Not a Puppy by Michelle Diaz Cannon follows a young boy named Ben and the game of pretend he plays with his mother, which ends with an uplifting twist. - December 08, 2011 - Cannon Books, LLC
Eternal Press Released Ten Fiction Titles
Eternal Press, a division of Damnation Books, LLC, has won awards and nominations including a Best Eye Catching Cover Art Award, nominations and finalists in the EPPIE and Pearl Awards, and published many award-winning authors and artists. Eternal Press is on a mission to provide affordable, quality fiction in electronic and print format. Ten new titles became available on 7 December 2011. - December 07, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Latest Book: Just For Now
This is a release on the book Just For Now. It includes a summary of the book. - December 07, 2011 - Martha Wickham
Small New Jersey Literary Press Picks Six for Shot at Annual Pushcart Prize Recognizing Best of 2011 by Small Presses
Poets Wear Prada, a small literary press based in Hoboken, N.J., announced today its six nominations for the 36th Annual Pushcart Prize, the coveted award signaling the best work published by small presses the previous year. Work by Chocolate Waters, Davidson Garrett, Dean Kostos, Melinda Goodman, Dorothy Friedman and John Marcus Powell was nominated by publisher Roxanne Hoffman. - December 07, 2011 - Poets Wear Prada
Author Critical of How HBO Portrays Mayor
In his new biography The Life & Times of Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague: "I Am the Law" (The History Press) author Leonard Vernon is highly critical of how former Jersey City mayor Frank Hague has been portrayed both in history and the media. Vernon is especially critical of the HBO series, Boardwalk Empire, the show that focuses on Prohibition era Atlantic City and how it portrays Hague. - December 04, 2011 - Leonard Vernon
Pump Up Your Book! Announces Dec ‘11 Authors on Virtual Book Tours
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book! Virtual Book Tours’ list of authors for December 2011. - December 04, 2011 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Former Amanda Knox Co-Defendant, Raffaele Sollecito, Signs with Martin Literary Management
Sharlene Martin, President of Seattle based Martin Literary Management, has announced that she has signed Raffaele Sollecito for representation following his release after four years in prison, when his murder conviction in the death of Meredith Kercher was overturned along with that of American... - December 04, 2011 - Martin Literary Management
Authors CJ & Shelley Hitz Are Announcing the "Forgiveness Formula" Book Launch
Authors CJ and Shelley Hitz, are celebrating the launch of their book “Forgiveness Formula: Finding Lasting Freedom in Christ,” and have teamed up with other Christian authors, musicians and ministries to bring you an amazing selection of free gifts when you purchase a copy of their book on December 6th, 2011. - December 04, 2011 - TrainingAuthors
New Jersey Author Release International Thriller Ring of Deceit
Former Political Science Professor, Carole Holden, is pleased to announce her new book, Ring of Deceit. This international crime thriller mixes the author's expertise with headlines drawn from today's papers. Frank Hughes is crazy with grief over the death of his AIDS-stricken lover. When he is... - December 04, 2011 - Author, Carole W. Holden
Southern Author Releases New Historical Fiction Novel About the Aftermath of WWII in Hickory Hollow
Southern author, FA Shepherd, is pleased to announce the release of his new historical fiction novel, The Secrets of Hickory Hollow. The Secrets of Hickory Hollow revolves around the history of the lives of rugged Scottish pioneers that settle in an isolated southern Appalachian Mountain valley. - December 03, 2011 - Author FA Shepherd
New Book Explores Names of Stars, Constellations, and Other Celestial Features
Retired astronomy professor, Thomas Wm. Hamilton, is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Useful Star Names. - December 03, 2011 - Author, Thomas Wm. Hamilton
New Book Chronicles Jersey City Mayor Frank Hague
The name Frank Hague and Jersey City are inseparable, making it almost impossible to discuss one without at least mentioning the other. Frank Hague served as the mayor of Jersey City for much of the early twentieth century. While some believed him a thief, others viewed him as a modern-day Robin Hood. He could put food on your table or triple your taxes, give you a job or end your career. He could make you a federal judge, a congressman or even a United States senator. - December 02, 2011 - Leonard Vernon
Damnation Books Released Twelve New Dark Fiction Titles
Damnation Books releases around fifty new titles each year. The company is committed to bringing readers darned good dark fiction at a darned good price. Twelve new titles released on 1 December 2011. - December 02, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Daughter Abandons Father with Alzheimer’s Disease at the Big Fresno Fair
This suspenseful new mystery e-book, available for both Kindle and Nook, tells the whys and how a "loving" Alzheimer's disease patient is abandoned by his caretaker daughter. - December 02, 2011 - Israel News Faxx
New Spiritual Drama from Hollywood Producer Shows How to Get God's Attention When "Your" World is Falling Apart
Author and Hollywood producer, Mario Bernheim, is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Michael's Reward. Mr. Bernheim has worked in feature films at Universal Studios and Warner Brothers. He was also a founding staff member of Comic Relief on HBO. - December 02, 2011 - Author, Mario Bernheim
Create Gifts and Decorations for the Holidays with New eBook from Prime Publishing
Make your holiday celebration a homemade one using these festive knit and crochet patterns from Red Heart Yarn and FaveCrafts. Find an extensive collection of knit and crochet gift ideas, family projects, decorations and more - all in this free eBook. - December 02, 2011 - Prime Publishing
Get Money, Inc. Announces Release of Yolie's New Book "Pass The Memo"
Men Weigh in and reveal their honest thoughts on relationships, women, and sex. - December 02, 2011 - GET MONEY Magazine
Codrin Stefan Tapu Launched The Complete Guide to Relational Therapy
Dr. Codrin Stefan Tapu launched his new book The Complete Guide To Relational Therapy. Published by Lulu Press, the book is addressed to both mental health professionals and people who want to conquer their relational problems and make the best of their relationships. "The book presents... - December 02, 2011 - Institute for Relational Therapy
New Mexico Private Detective Adventure Thriller Novel Asks, "Who is Killing the Media?"
An unknown criminal is out to kill a group of reporters and pin the crimes on Jack Vane. Now accused of murder, and hunted by powerful forces, Jack must solve the crime against those he most despises in Jeffrey Friedberg’s new detective adventure novel, “Red, White, and Dead – Kill The Media.” (Volume 1) (ISBN 9780615541303, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Jeffrey A. Friedberg, 2011). - December 01, 2011 - Jeffrey A Friedberg
New Book Reveals Importance of Seeking Beauty Through Visionary Tale
"Dusty Stardusty" by Mica Aer features a fantastical character on a continual quest to find what is positive and beautiful in every situations. "Dusty Stardusty" (ISBN 061547747X), an illustrated story by Mica Aer, tells of one little girl's encounter with the magical title... - December 01, 2011 - Mica Aer
Choose Your Adventure
Worlds To Discover, an independent children’s book publishing company, has put a new spin on how to introduce their children’s books to the world. All you have to do is choose your adventure. Now, when you visit WorldsToDiscover.com you will find on the home screen adventures, two of... - December 01, 2011 - Worlds To Discover
New Young Adult Fantasy Novel Just Released by iUniverse and Author Dawn Williscroft
Canadian author, Dawn Williscroft is pleased to announce the release of her book, Legend of the Blue Wings. This young adult fantasy novel was published by iUniverse. - December 01, 2011 - Author, Dawn Williscroft
New Jersey Author Releases New Inspirational Fantasy Novel
Robert De Cristofano is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Hope. De Cristofano’s novels transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. His world is one in which heroes are born. - December 01, 2011 - Author, Robert De Cristofano
New Book Release by 19 Reasons Publishing Company
19 Reasons Publishing Company announces the release of Dana Smith's new book, "Echo." - December 01, 2011 - 19 Reasons
Horrotica Publications Announces Release of Destiny West's, "Lamia—The Awakening"
Australian Author Destiny West publishes debut book with Horrotica Publications. - December 01, 2011 - Horrotica Publications
Jamaican Author Releases New Children's Cancer Book
Andrea Nugent's path in battling epilepsy and cancer has led her to running a nonprofit group and writing a children's book. The Jamaican born author has published her first children’s book, "Mommy is Still Mommy: Cancer can’t change that!" - November 30, 2011 - Mommy is Still Mommy: Cancer Can't Change That
Award Winning Author Takes Readers on a Spy Hunt to Uncover a British Mole
Big Boys Don't Spy by K.E.M. Johnston takes young readers on the fast track to decoding a mystery and uncovering a British mole at The Neophyte Writer. - November 30, 2011 - The Neophyte Writer
Calling All Women Who Want Financial Freedom: Kim Kiyosaki Launches “It’s Rising Time!”
Discover insights on what it really takes to be successful and get a limited-edition, signed eBook 11/30/11, 3:00 p.m. EST - November 30, 2011 - The Rich Dad Company
Charles Dickens and the Night Visitors Released in Time for the Bicentenary of Charles Dickens Birth
Author, David James, is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Charles Dickens and the Night Visitors. This story is based on Dickens's visit with his family to Italy. - November 30, 2011 - Author, David James
Trellisys.net and Chambers Take on a Load of Old Claptrap with the "Chambers 200 Words" Series of Apps
Trellisys.net releases its latest series of apps in association with Chambers and Hodder Education, a part of Hachette Livre UK titled "Chambers 200 Words You Should Use," "Chambers 200 Words You Shouldn't Use" and "Chambers 200 Words You Shouldn't Trust." These apps, available for various mobile platforms like the iPhone, Android and Windows7, are perfect for word lovers who want to improve their speech or just have a giggle. - November 30, 2011 - Trellisys.net
New York Show Business Professional Shares Stories from His Italian-American Upbringing in His New Book
Author, Vincent Romeo is pleased to announce the release of his new book, Behind The Store. With his mother's favorite Italian recipes included, Behind the Store shares the stories of one man's life journey from a boy who longed for his father's love and appreciation to a man who honors his Italian American heritage. - November 30, 2011 - Author, Vincent Romeo