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Outskirts Press Reveals Top 10 Books for Valentine’s Day 2011
Outskirts Press, the fastest-growing full-service self publishing and book marketing company today announced its top ten titles for Valentine’s Day. - February 15, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Author Releases Memoir to Help Educate a Need for Social Evolution in Family Units - The I in Me: "a young girl’s escape to living"
Author Cynthia Cox is excited to release her paperback memoir internationally. Motivation to conquer her circumstances has propelled her to teach others about social segregation based upon her own survival of abuse that has plagued many. The lessons offered in her controversial story presents a requirement for social evolution to prevent social segregation for individuals of abuse. - February 14, 2011 - Author Cynthia Cox
Pallas Athena Distribution is Proud to Announce the Publishing of a Study of Arabic Phonology by Joyce Akesson
A Study of Arabic Phonology by Joyce Akesson is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble - February 13, 2011 - Joyce Åkesson
RealTime Publishing Author, Alfred Pickup, Releases His Memoir Fish & Ships
RealTime Publishing is delighted to announce the release of an adventure memoir by British author, Alfred Pickup. - February 12, 2011 - Ebooks Inc
Vancouver Olympics CEO John Furlong Reveals Inspiration for Most Successful Winter Games Ever in February’s Business Review Canada
To mark the one year anniversary of the Vancouver Olympic Games, Business Review Canada spoke with Vancouver Olympics CEO John Furlong. The man behind the most successful Winter Games of all-time shares the inspiration for his ambitious vision, his thoughts on winning Canada’s Marketer of... - February 11, 2011 - WDM Group
Jane Austen Connects with Mormon Women, According to Austen Bio Sales
Author/editor Howard Clarke (restoredworks.com) discovers Jane Austen biography goes over big in Salt Lake City, Utah. - February 11, 2011 - howardfclarke.com
A New Facebook Page Providing Information About the Soccer Novel, American Soccer Dream, is Now Available
The page provides information about new releases and versions of American Soccer Dream, a novel chronicling the United States journey to truly compete at the highest levels of the game for the world's greatest prize. - February 11, 2011 - An American Soccer Dream
DirectRooms.com – Oxford to Host Celebration of Literary Household the Shelleys Until March 27, 2011
Few families get to boast of their history of having a globally famous author in their family tree, but Oxford is set to host an exhibition which shines a light on a family which had more than one - the Shelleys. - February 11, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
Bestselling Author Piers Anthony Commends Unknown Writer's Debut Novel
New fantasy book release from Lucid Style Author Services. - February 10, 2011 - Lucid Style Author Services
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation Announces That, "Amazing Adirondack Wonders" Has Been Published
The Adirondack Wilderness Foundation is pleased to announce that their book titled "Amazing Adirondack Wonders" has been published by Lulu.com. - February 09, 2011 - American Society for the Protection of Nature
Contests, Prizes and Celebs Launch New Reality Show Mystery
The new reality-TV show-themed mystery novel, Sink or Swim, by Stacy Juba is making a splash this winter with an on-line launch party that Internet users are invited to attend. - February 09, 2011 - Stacy Juba.com
Debut Memoir Gives Weight to Thinness Pandemic: Author Speaks Out About Anorexia During National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Shani Raviv, author of the recently published, “being Ana: a memoir of anorexia nervosa” and survivor of a decade-long struggle with anorexia, is speaking out about eating disorders during National Eating Disorders Awareness Week, February 20-26, 2011. - February 09, 2011 - being Ana
Virtual Book Tour Option Helps Self-Publishing Authors Jump Start Marketing Efforts in the New Year
There’ll be no nights of cheap hotels in obscure North Dakota towns for Outskirts Press authors on this book tour. Instead, they’ll make their “appearances” during an extensive virtual tour of their books on the blogosphere and the social networks from the comfort of their own computer desks. - February 09, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book Shows Natural Therapists the Way to Excellence
"The Way of the Natural Therapist" by Leisa Millar and James Ketub Golding (editors) is a compilation of personal stories to guide natural therapists in their pursuit of excellence. - February 08, 2011 - The Way of the Natural Therapist
Ponzi Schemes, Greed and the Young Lawyer That Brought It All Down in New Legal Thriller Novel by Nannarone Law Group
Greed is definitely not good. With a fast pace and excellent character development, "Ringing The Bell" (ISBN: 9781458082954) tells a story of greed reminiscent of classic Wall Street tales. - February 07, 2011 - Nannarone Law Group
Humorist Josh Muggins Returns with "Wussie: In Praise of Spineless Men"
Humorist Josh Muggins’s third book blends history, pop culture, essays into a droll examination of male gutlessness, past and present. - February 07, 2011 - Petty Pace Press
Eternal Press is Releasing Seven New Titles
On 7 February, 2011, Eternal Press is releasing six titles. An Unusual Prince Charming a paranormal, romance, by Wendy Stone, The Hand of Glory a fantasy, romance, by Fiona Law, Odessa a western historical romance, by Ginger Simpson, Taking Back His Widow a contemporary, by Kerri Williams, Blast... - February 06, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
A Damnation Books Title Appears on Horror Writers Association Ballot
A Hell of a Job, by by Michael McCarty has been recommended for inclusion in the preliminary ballot for this year's Stoker Awards. A Hell of a Job is a Damnation Books publication and appears in the Superior Achievement in a collection category at the Horror Writers Association, (HWA). The HWA will... - February 06, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
A New and Totally Electronic Publisher Opens Website
I Mark Publishing Inc Announced the Grand Opening of its Totally Electronic Website Publishing Company. - February 06, 2011 - I Mark Publishing Inc
New Book "Abandoned Places: Abandoned Memories (Desert Edition)" is Released
Psychic, Sharon Day and author of "Ghost Hunting Theories" blog did psychic reads on 12 abandoned locations in the desert. Photographer, Julie Ferguson, captured the stark locations. The two came together for the book "Abandoned Places: Abandoned Memories (Desert Edition) to create moments in time from the past contrasting with the current crumbling ruins. - February 05, 2011 - Ghost Hunting Theories
Dirk Tiede's Paradigm Shift Achieves 5000
After 12 years of producing Paradigm Shift as both an online serialized graphic novel and three collected and printed volumes, creator Dirk Tiede announced the sale of his 5000th book. The landmark sale occurred at Ohayocon in Columbus, OH the weekend of January 28 through 30, 2011. Dirk, pioneer... - February 05, 2011 - Dirk Tiede Cartoons & Illustration
Michael Bloom Entertainment Inks Deal with Stephens Press Publishing
Stephens Press Publishing, a major publisher of fiction and non fiction books has decided to enter the digital distribution world through Michael Bloom Entertainment Media. - February 05, 2011 - Solaris Entertainment, LLC
Tate Publishing Releases New Mystery Novel
Tate Publishing releases Lady Justice And The Lost Tapes, the second mystery/comedy novel in Robert Thornhill's Lady Justice series. - February 05, 2011 - BooksByBob
Marks Hinton’s New Expanded Book Reveals History of Houston Streets Through Their Names
Bright Sky Press announces the release of Marks Hinton's Historic Houston Streets, the only book ever published on the history of Houston and surrounding counties, as told by its street names. - February 05, 2011 - Bright Sky Press
Practical Guide for Teens by a Teen, Live High on Life for Teens, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Live High on Life for Teens: 12 Simple Ways to Make the Most of Your Teenage Years by Becca Wertheim. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the self-help, motivational and inspirational category and is available worldwide on book retailer... - February 04, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Eternal Life Ascension Shared in Awaken the Kryst Within, Published by Outskirts Press
Author A’dayara BudAea Rivera today announced the release of Awaken the Kryst Within, Memoirs of an Indigo, published by Outskirts Press. This remarkable volume introduces readers to a spiritual potential they may or may not know they have and helps them to realize it and to develop their... - February 04, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Inspirational Tale of Renovating the Family Cottage, Sold As Is, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Sold As Is by Ellen M. True. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the self-help, motivational and inspirational category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 04, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Chen-Ma the Sorceress Saga, Mountain Dragon: Fulfillment, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Mountain Dragon: Fulfillment: A New Myth of the Enlightened Feminine by Bradley Clemmons. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the action and adventure fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon... - February 04, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Savvy New Internet Tips: Blogging by Million, Earn By Millions, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Blogging by Million, Earn By Millions: How the Young Savvies Earn Millions by Blogging, Totally Committed to Their Current Job, Yet Still Progress in Their Career by Laura Maya. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the business and... - February 04, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Teen Mom Tell All Book – Illuminates About Pregnancy, Abortion, Single Parenting, College Dropout, Welfare and the Escape from It All
The pivotal message is that teen pregnancy is risky, costly, and avoidable. Likening keys to success to the movie “The Matrix”, War For Your Dreams describes responsibility, decision making, and consequences in a personal and relational way. It's a wonderful story of triumph in the midst of adversity. - February 04, 2011 - Poverty to Potential
Bryce Cullen Publishing Releases Austrian-Turned-Australian William Pitt’s Debut Stateside Novel
Talk to an Angel Craftily Penned in Pitt’s Second Tongue - February 04, 2011 - Bryce Cullen Publishing
Blue Valentine: Smoke Signal Press Releases New Novel Van Diemen at 17 Offering Fresh Perspective on Star-Crossed Lovers
"Star-crossed lovers" is a phrase used to describe a romantic pairing that is disapproved of and usually thwarted by events or others around it. The phrase originates in astrology, from a time where people believed the stars ruled over their fates, but also has other connotations such as... - February 03, 2011 - Smoke Signal Press
Magical, Mythological Mythfits Return in A Spell of Nine, Published by Frogshadow Press
Frogshadow Press has published A Spell of Nine: The Second Mythfits Adventure by Gary Goldstein. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the juvenile fiction, fantasy and magic category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Savvy New Investment Guide, Stop Ignoring Your Retirement, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Stop Ignoring Your Retirement: The Forgotten 401(k) Instruction Manual by Jim Hayne. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the business and economics, personal finance and retirement planning category and is available worldwide on book... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Practical New Handbook for Life, Now That's A Great Idea!, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Now That's A Great Idea!: Nuggets of Truth that will Change Your World!!! & How to Live on a Shoestring and Have a Blast! by Shirley Kimball. The author's most recent book to date is a 7.5 x 9.25 paperback in the general and family and relationships... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Courage, Comfort and Peace Offered in Healing in the Storms, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Healing in the Storms by Julie DeGon. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the religion, Christian Life, death, grief and bereavement category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Total Forgetfulness Threatened in Legend of the Memory Keeper, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Legend of the Memory Keeper: Relic's Bane by Paul Wesley La Canfora. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the action and adventure fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Unique Quest for Life’s Answers: Born on a Buzzard’s Stump, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Born on a Buzzard’s Stump: The Memoirs of a Darwinian quest by Alva Harris. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the adventurers and explorers autobiography category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Real Life of Living History Shown in Once More Into The Breach, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Once More Into The Breach: A Personal Account: Reliving the History of the Civil War by Mark Brian Swart. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the nonfiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
ReliantPR and Ascot Media Group Launch Author 333, a New Plan Designed to Yield Top Results and Big Savings for Authors and Publishers
Author 333 helps authors and publishers break the vicious circle that has always prevented them from getting noticed and selling their books. - February 03, 2011 - ASCOT Media Group, Inc.
Ghouls, Ghosts, and Grim Reapers Are Nothing New to Phineas Bean; Author, Daniel A. Miller, Releases New YA Novel About a Young Boy Who Visits the Afterlife.
Phineas Rigormortis Bean has the unusual dilemma of being the only living soul trapped in the Afterlife. Inheriting his mysterious power of communing with the dead, he must rescue his recently departed parents, uncover the secrets of a cryptic amulet, and reveal his family’s dark past. Turning eleven was more than he bargained for. - February 03, 2011 - danmillerdesign
Man’s Dark Side Enters His Quest to Know Life in Reflections of EL, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Reflections of EL: In Search of Self by Lloyd Green. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the historical fiction and fantasy category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New York’s Finest… with Issues: What the Altar Boy Heard, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published What the Altar Boy Heard by Dan Price. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the action and adventure category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
A Woman Who’s Part Demon Defends Two Men She Loves in Nightwish, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Nightwish by Janet Breakfield. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 hardback with jacket in the paranormal fiction and fantasy category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Poetry for the Heart, Mind and Spirit: "Dust" and Other Poems Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published "Dust" and Other Poems by Thomas Noel Smith. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the American poetry category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Visionary Must Sacrifice Bold Dream or True Love in Dream Jockey, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Dream Jockey: Vacuum Transit by Winfred Alan Jewett. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the action and adventure fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Mirror Images of Infidelity Trouble Strong Wife in Broken, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Broken by Denette S. Ethridge. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the family, relationships and marriage category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 03, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
HowardFClarke.com Screenwriter Releases Script, The Key of Solomon, for Kindle and Nook
"The Key of Solomon, A Screenplay" is being released in an eBook format for owners of the Barnes & Noble Nook and the Amazon.com Kindle. - February 03, 2011 - howardfclarke.com
Echo eBooks Announces the Publication of Echo McCool, Outlaw Through Time
Exciting children’s fantasy novel is published entitled: Echo McCool, Outlaw Through Time By Roger K Driscoll ISBN 978-1-908105-26-4 About the book: Echo McCool is a magical, medieval girl with attitude. Don’t get on the wrong end of her jump kicks, flick-flaks and open-palm... - February 03, 2011 - Echo eBooks
Savant Books Releases David B. Seaburn's New Novel, "Charlie No Face"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, announces the release of David B. Seaburn's newest coming-of-age novel, "Charlie No Face." - February 02, 2011 - Savant Books and Publications LLC