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RAIMAZ Publishing to Publish First Novel – Convergence 2012 by Robert R. Ricks
RAIMAZ Publishing has just completed a deal with author Robert R. Ricks to publish his novel Convergence 2012 - July 15th 2011. - July 04, 2011 - RAIMAZ Publishing
Savant Books Announces Release of G. Amati's New Novel, "Ammon's Horn"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, publishers of significant books and enduring media for the 21st Century, announces release of G. Amati's irreverently satirical futuristic novel, "Ammon's Horn." - July 04, 2011 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
Book Reveals Inside Story Behind Success of London Pirate Radio Station KISS FM
The inside story behind the success of KISS FM, the former London pirate radio station, is revealed for the first time by Grant Goddard in his new book "KISS FM: From Radical Radio To Big Business" published 1 July 2011 by Radio Books. - July 03, 2011 - Radio Books
Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. and her debut children's book “Brush Barry Brush” all month long in July 2011. Linda Valderrama R.D.H. has over 25 years experience as a dental hygienist. She has treated patients from ages two to one... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Author Clayton Paul Thomas Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Clayton Paul Thomas and his book, “Tantrums, Troubles, and Treasures: A Parent Guide to Parenting in the 21st Century” all month long in July 2011. Clayton Paul Thomas has worked with kids for about 16 years from three different... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson's Best-Selling First Novel Released on Kindle
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson announce the Kindle edition of their very first novel, Path of the Jaguar. This novel has been a popular favorite and has sold in hardback, paperback and large print both in the United States and abroad. - July 03, 2011 - Britton Jackson
Publication of Dark Gothic Poetry Volume
Amara-Celine McKenzie is pleased to announce the release of the poetry volume “New Hell,” available on Amazon.com in both printed and Kindle editions. “New Hell" is a book of dark gothic poetry. It deals with a variety of subjects, including dark romance, suicide, devil... - July 03, 2011 - Amara-Celine McKenzie
Louis Hillary Park’s "Wolf’s Run" Issued in Paperback as Desire Street Books Grows Support of Southern Writers
The trade paperback edition of "Wolf's Run" by Louis Hillary Park has been released and the novel is on sale at a special discounted price for the July 4 weekend at Desire Street Books website. - July 02, 2011 - Desire Street Books & Press
Creative Print Publishing July 2011 - Action - Unpublished Fiction Authors Print Ready Competition
Creative Print Publishing Ltd have launched their July 2011 Action competition for Unpublished authors to achieve their dreams by offering each monthly winner a contract and their book in print. - July 02, 2011 - Creative Print Publishing Ltd
Garfield & Papercutz Prepare for the Holidays 2011
In May of 2011, New York publisher Papercutz released Garfield & Co. #1 and 2 to an overwhelming response. Despite the heat of summer approaching, the publisher announced this week the anticipated release of the next two adaptations of the popular Cartoon Network series – both with a... - July 01, 2011 - Papercutz
The Divine Name by Jonathan Goldman Wins Visionary Award for Best Alternative Health/Healing Book on June 25, 2011
The Divine Name by Jonathan Goldman wins 2011 Visionary Award for Best Alternative Health/Healing Book. Goldman, an internationally acknowledged sound pioneer and authority on transformative uses of sound, Grammy-nominated musician and author, received the Coalition of Visionary Resources award in Denver, CO at INATS-W June 25, 2011. The Divine Name (Hay House 2010) is a seminal work for personal and planetary transformation. - July 01, 2011 - Healing Sounds
Ocracoke's Curse - the Mystery at Teach's Hole by Mark Duffey
On November 22, 1718, Lt. Robert Maynard of the British Royal Navy defeated and beheaded the infamous pirate, Blackbeard, at Ocracoke Inlet off the coast of North Carolina. Hundreds of years later, it is said that Blackbeard’s spirit haunts the area, searching for his lost head and seeking... - July 01, 2011 - Mark Duffey
Damnation Books Released Vampire Blood by Kathryn Meyer Griffith
Damnation Books released Vampire Blood by Kathryn Meyer Griffith on 1 July 2011. "Kathryn Meyer Griffith a wife of 32 years (husband, Russell), mother (one son, James) and grandmother (two grandchildren, Caitlyn and Joshua). She was a graphic designer in the corporate world for over 20 years... - July 01, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Merlin in My Pocket "Discovers the Magic" of Winning an International Book Award
With the help and creative direction of the incredible team at Creative Bube Tube, President and Founder of Merlin in My Pocket, Deborah Johnson, released her first award winning book; "Discover the Magic: A Guide to Understanding Others and YOU." - July 01, 2011 - Creative Bube Tube
Breakaway Media and Bestselling Independent Authors from Both Sides of the Pond Unite to Bring Readers a New Kind of Book Club
Nine authors form The Summer Book Club to engage readers with social media and new ebook anthology of their works. - July 01, 2011 - Breakaway Media
Pictorial Guide to Budapest – Thomas Palfy’s New Book Published
Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer’s latest collection of great photographs takes us to Budapest. Many of the attractions of the Hungarian capital are introduced to the reader through a series of pictures and comments. This album is the latest one in the Postcards from… series and is available both in English (Postcards from Budapest) and in Hungarian (Budapesti kepeslapok). - June 30, 2011 - Thomas Palfy
Uneak Press, Inc. Releases Sociopolitical Thriller “Wednesday’s Child” By J. A. Carlton
Uneak Press, Inc., is pleased to announce its latest fiction release, “Wednesday’s Child,” the first in her “Freedom Fighter” series, by Screenwriter/Novelist J.A. Carlton. - June 30, 2011 - Uneak Press, Inc.
Author Lily Hoang Finishes Stories for 20 Notable Writers
Lily Hoang asked her favorite writers to send her their unfinished stories and then offered to finish them – in their style. The result is a delightfully quirky collection of fiction as stylistically diverse as the writing submitted. - June 30, 2011 - Jaded Ibis Productions, LLC
The History, Meaning and Essence: Dog Tags Published by Allen House Publishing
Allen House Publishing announces the latest highly anticipated military history book from Ft. McNair, DC, author Ginger Cucolo. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Guide, International Lay Counselor Training Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated applied psychology book from Orlando, FL, authors David K. Carson, Ph.D., David A. Lawson, Psy. D., Montserrat Casado-Kehoe, Ph.D. and David A. Wilcox, Ph.D. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Women’s Recovery from Grief: The Longest Journey Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated family and relationships, death, grief and bereavement book from Huntington, IN, authors Janice (Jan) Holman Ballard and Allison (Cammie) Ballard. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
How to Build Wealth: 7 Steps to Real Estate Riches Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated real estate business and economics book from Orlando, FL, author Troy L. Peterson. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Nature as It Should Be: Biodesign Out For A Walk Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated nature and ecology book from Saint Helena, CA, author Lowell Harrison Young. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Prostate Cancer, the Truth: The LD Chronicles Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated medical urology book from Sioux Falls, SD, author Brad Randall, MD. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Antediluvian Resistance Fighter: The Days of Laméch Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated historical fiction book from Baltimore, MD, author Jon Saboe. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Dr. Claus Publishing Announces the New Release of a 32 Page Children's Picture Book Called "A Gift of Love"
Inspired by hope, the new release of, A Gift of Love (paperback, 978-1-61497-001-9), by Dr. Claus Publishing, is a 32 page children’s picture book written through the eyes of a second grade student not far from ground zero on September 11, 2001. - June 29, 2011 - Dr. Claus Publishing
Brandon Wilson’s Award-Winning Adventure Tales Go Digital
Pilgrim’s Tales, publisher, is proud to announce that Brandon Wilson’s award-winning series of four travel adventure books is now also available from Amazon.com for Kindle reader and others. - June 29, 2011 - Pilgrim's Tales, Inc.
Your Time Publishing, LLC and Ellen Allen to Celebrate Armstrong Family Services at the Launch of Her Debut Novel “If You Change the Words You Change the MEANING”
Come out and enjoy an evening of literary birth with author Ellen Allen as she celebrates “If you Change the Words you Change the MEANING” and the accomplishments of Armstrong Family Services as she reads from her debut novel, and autographs your personal copies. as we savor the moment with an open buffet. - June 29, 2011 - Your Time Publishing, LLC
Climbing Higher: “Over the Top & Back Again: Hiking X the Alps” by Brandon Wilson Receives 2010 Book of the Year Bronze Award
"Over the Top & Back Again: Hiking X the Alps,” the latest travel book by über-adventurer Brandon Wilson, has been named 2010 Book of the Year Bronze Award winner (travel essay division) by ForeWord Reviews. - June 29, 2011 - Pilgrim's Tales, Inc.
Canadian Best-Selling Author Betska K-Burr Chooses India to Launch Her Next Trailblazing Book the "God" in Coaching the Key to a Happy Life
Affectionately known by Clients as “The Guru Coach™” Canadian best-selling author Betska K-Burr has chosen India to launch a trailblazing new book. The “God” in Coaching - The Key to a Happy Life sets an exciting new precedent for a rapidly evolving industry. Dr. Will Tuttle #1 Amazon best-selling author of The World Peace Diet calls The “God” in Coaching “… the bible of coaching.” For more information, please visit: http://thegodincoaching.com. - June 28, 2011 - Betska K-Burr
Creative Print Publishing Ltd Re-Releases the First Novel from Author Diana Daneri This Week
United Kingdom based publisher Creative Print Publishing Ltd is proud to announce the upcoming release of its second publication if June 2011, Kristina's Destiny by Diana Daneri. - June 28, 2011 - Creative Print Publishing Ltd
TFI Envision, Inc. Designs "A Life Shaped by Combat"
Many people imagine writing a book about their life experiences, but very few actually make the time and commitment to do so. TFI Envision had the pleasure of working with 2 extraordinary individuals on a new book called “A Life Shaped By Combat.” This book is a collaboration between... - June 27, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Donald J. Farinacci, Award-Winning Author and Publisher, Navigator Books, Announce the Publication of "The Allemagne Deception, A Novel of The Cold War"
An announcement and statement of information concerning the publication and availability to the public of the already-acclaimed novel of the Cold War, "The Allemagne Deception" by Donald J. Farinacci. - June 27, 2011 - Donald J. Farinacci
New Publisher, Poets Democracy Publishing, Announces Its Inauguration with the Publication of Two Books of Poetry
Poets Democracy Publishing issues books of poetry by Russell Streur and Taufiq bin Abdul Khalid. - June 26, 2011 - Poets Democracy LLC
Poetry Writing Workshop
This workshop is designed to enhance poetic skills whether you are a beginner simply looking for a place to start, or a poet looking to refine or perfect your creative work. Participants will also learn how and where to market their work. There are no pre-requisites for this course. - June 26, 2011 - RiverRead Books
Historical Fiction Author Mary Ann Bernal Book Launch of the Second Installment of The Briton and the Dane Trilogy
The journey continues in Anglo-Saxon Britannia where a new Viking menace threatens an uneasy peace in the second installment of The Briton and the Dane novels. - June 25, 2011 - Mary Ann Bernal, author
Islands Press Announces a New Work by Sandy Krolick, Apocalypse Of The Barbarians: Inquisitions on Empire
Islands Press is pleased to announce a new work from their latest author, Sandy Krolick, self-described kulturCritic. As Krolick states in his Preface to this collection: The background chatter is becoming increasingly loud: America is facing a terminal crisis, a singular and perfect turning in its short history. This collection is intended to shed light on the nature and scope of this crisis. - June 25, 2011 - Islands Press
Author Uses Sense of Humor to Develop UTube for Each Book
James Gerdeman wants his potential readers to hear from him about his books and he hopes to sell more copies doing so. Everyone is into the UTube act and he is as well, said Gerdeman, author of 10 books. He has updated his web site, JDGerdeman.com to include “Click to hear the author” on each of his book pages. The author is then heard discussing the book. Go to JDGerdeman.com. - June 24, 2011 - JDGerdeman
Bestselling Authors Share Their Writing Secrets
NY Times and USA Today Bestseller Caridad Pineiro is hosting a series of live video events with some of the country’s hottest names in romance fiction. Pineiro, who herself has two upcoming summer releases, The Fifth Kingdom, a romantic suspense from Carina Press and The Lost, a paranormal... - June 24, 2011 - Caridad Pineiro
#AppFriday Children’s ibook on iPhone & iPad - Special momswithapps.com Promotion
The Great Snail Race. (½ Price) iBook by popular Children’s Author Jane Hague. “The Great Snail Race” is a fun interactive story about Little Tilly Two at Number Town School and focuses on counting and sequence. This lively children’s book incorporates fun interactive features including sound effects on each page, interactive town map and a counting practice pad featuring all the residents of Number Town. - June 23, 2011 - 123 Number Fun
Uneak Press, Inc. Entices Young Adult Readers with Supernatural Adventure “Nick, of Time” by J. A. Carlton
Thriller writer J.A. Carlton ventures into Young Adult literature with her upcoming release “Nick, of Time; Heroes of the Line Book 1.” Uneak Press, Inc. plans to release “Nicky,” the story of two brothers destined to lead a band of heroes in a war against the Living Dark, in August 2011. - June 23, 2011 - Uneak Press, Inc.
Editor Susan Malone Does It Again – Three Books in One Year
Developmental Editor Has Three Client Books Published This Past Year to Rave Reviews - June 23, 2011 - Malone Editorial Services
Outskirts Press Reveals Top 10 Best Selling Books in Self Publishing for May 2011
Outskirts Press, the fastest-growing full-service self publishing and book marketing company today announced its top ten titles for May 2011. - June 22, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Greece After WWII, Civil War: West of the Parthenon Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated adventurers and explorers autobiographical book from Eastsound, WA, author George Karnikis. - June 22, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
World's Original Online Poetry Bar Announces the Creation of BOOKS ON BLOG™ for Digital Poetry Chapbooks
The world’s original online poetry bar, The Camel Saloon, announces its creation of digital poetry chapbooks with the publication of its first two Books on Blog™. - June 20, 2011 - The Camel Saloon
Savant Books Announces Release of A. G. Hayes' Novel, "Who's Killing All the Lawyers"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, announces the release of A. G. Hayes' detective murder-mystery novel, "Who's Killing All the Lawyers." - June 20, 2011 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
Schiel & Denver Proudly Releases Author Tom Lawrence's Delta Days for June 2011
You've finished your book, you have a bestseller. But how can you get your book into Barnes & Noble and all the best bookstores without having to give up all your book rights to a traditional book publisher, and get proper 50% royalties for all your hard work. - June 20, 2011 - Schiel & Denver Book Publishers
Three Weeks In June is Being Released This Month
Three Weeks In June will be in stores this month and will be available wherever books are sold online, in stores, digitally as eBooks and as an Audio book. - June 19, 2011 - Sunset Corporation of America
SPIKE Play on Kindle
Independent digital media producer, 2b Acting provides support to help playwright publish work on the Kindle book market. - June 19, 2011 - 2b Acting Ltd
711 Press Launches "Movies and TV in Book Form"
New paradigm in publishing to bring reading back to the masses. - June 18, 2011 - 711 Press