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Fall 2010 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards Announced
NABE announces the winners of the Fall 2010 Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards. - November 10, 2010 - NABE (North American Bookdealers Exchange)
Mongrel Empire Press Announces Anthology of New Oklahoma Writing
Mongrel Empire Press, An Eclectic Publishing House specializing in regional and unusual literary works, announces the upcoming release of Ain’t Nobody That Can Sing Like Me: New Oklahoma Writing. The anthology’s title is taken from a Woody Guthrie lyric entitled “Way Down Yonder... - November 10, 2010 - Mongrel Empire Press
Denver Author and Award-Winning Executive Recruiter, Kristi LeBlanc, Wins Prestigious Book Award with Living with Certainty: Experience Deep-Soul Joy
The National “Best Books 2010” Awards Names Kristi LeBlanc’s Living with Certainty: Experience Deep-Soul Joy Best New Non-Fiction Book of 2010. Kristi LeBlanc, can now add award-winning author to her list of accomplishments. USA Book News has once again hosted the National Best... - November 10, 2010 - Living with Certainty LLC
Farnham Author, Tania Tirraoro, Publishes eBook
Surrey author publishes book on Kindle and other ebook formats. - November 10, 2010 - Tirraoro PR
Innovative d100 Roleplaying Game from Author Robert Stanek a Hit with Math and Statistics Fans
Robert Stanek's innovative d100 system and active gaming rules have been a big hit with math and statistics fans who enjoyed the pure simplicity and power of the mathematics behind the rules. “Battle for Ruin Mist Core Roleplaying Game Rules” allows readers to explore and roleplay in the fantasy world of the popular Ruin Mist books. - November 09, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
SCI-Arc Gallery Exhibition Debuts December 3
The Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) announces the book release of SCI-Arc Gallery 2002-10, produced by SCI-Arc Press and published by AADCU, Beijing. A discussion with gallery exhibitors and Director Eric Owen Moss will be held in SCI-Arc’s W.M. Keck Lecture Hall on Friday, December 3, 2010, at 7:00 pm. A book signing and reception will follow. - November 08, 2010 - Southern California Institute of Architecture
Latest Ohio World War II History Book Features Letters from G.I.’s
In time for Veteran’s Day, a new Ohio military history book by Victor Cleary titled, From Somewhere In France, tells the unique story of an entire Ross County village’s World War Two effort through the words of the combat veterans themselves. - November 08, 2010 - From Somewhere In France
Eternal Press Presents Eight New 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,... - November 07, 2010 - Caliburn Press LLC
Promise Delivers with a Royal Palm Literary Award
Kristie Cook's debut novel, Promise, wins First Place Royal Palm Literary Award in its category - Fantasy Published. - November 05, 2010 - Ang'dora Productions, LLC
New Memoir Released by Dog Ear Publishing Explores One Man’s Adventures in War, Law Enforcement; Book by SA John J. DePasquale CW3 (Ret)
A fatherless young boy’s true education on the streets of South Brooklyn in the 1950s and ’60s brings a surprising result: a successful career as a federal special agent with the Department of Defense. The author’s early life makes him an unlikely candidate for a job in law... - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Fiction Release Tells Epic Love Story Set in Beautiful Lakes Region in Brazil; Book by Leonilda Goncalles, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Jacì, the demure, beautiful daughter of a shopkeeper, finds love with Nivaldo, a hard-working young man from a neighboring village. They marry and raise a family, only to have their time together cut short due to a tragic accident. Jacì is left a widow with three children, unsure how to support herself and her young family. She falls in love with the charming - but married - owner of the hotel where she works. Fernando and Jacì make a life together in spite of the odds against them. - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Fiction Release Juxtaposes Playful Poetry with Old-Time Photographs; Book by Deborah Kelley, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
This collection of poetry is designed to remind adults of their more playful selves, through whimsical wordplay as well as beautiful photographs of children from an earlier, more innocent time. Each poem evokes the guilelessness of young children at play as the pictures that accompany each poem... - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Release Shares Trials and Tribulations That Forged Character of Renowned DJ.; Dog Ear Publishing Releases Book by Rochell D. “Ro Deezy” Hart
In the mid-1980s, the nation was shocked when a child was beaten to death in rural Oregon while under the care of the cult-like group, the Ecclesia Athletic Association. Eldridge Broussard, the father of the murdered child as well as the leader of the EAA, appeared on national television to defend... - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Beyond My Horizon: An Educational Odyssey & Combat Memoir; New Book by Claude Regis Vargo, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Two tours as a combat tank commander in the Marine Corps in Vietnam provided one set of battles for the author, but deciding to go back to college was almost as formidable. This high school dropout went through “pure hell and total mental warfare” after deciding to attend an Ivy League... - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Thriller Brings Mobster Era Back to Life on Streets of San Francisco; Book by Ronald James, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Detective Sammy Shovel has had a chip on his shoulder for the last five years—ever since bullets meant for him instead killed his senior partner, Harry. He’s lowered his standards and will do anything to make money, including repossessions. Money has a habit of evaporating quickly... - November 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Public Get Chance to Vote for 2010 William Hill Irish Sports Book of the Year
Following the announcement of the long list for the William Hill Irish Sports book of the Year 2010 it has been revealed that the public have the opportunity to be a member of the judging panel and choose this year’s winner. Eleven of Ireland’s top sports commentators will judge this... - November 05, 2010 - williamhill.com
2nd Annual New Orleans Coffee Festival Teams with Local Indie Novel: The Coffee Shop Chronicles of New Orleans
River House Publishing honors NOLA's tradion and culture through recently published novel, The Coffee Shop Chronicles of New Orleans, and partners with 2010 New Orleans Coffee Festival. - November 05, 2010 - The Coffee Shop Chronicles of New Orleans
New Teen Book Receives NABE Pinnacle Book Award
Friends of Choice has been chosen to receive the Fall 2010 Pinnacle Book Award - November 05, 2010 - Linda Nelson
FlyingWord, Inc. Launches First Ever 3D Audiobook: Treasure Island, the Experience
FlyingWord, Inc., an eBook innovator announced that it will release the first-ever interactive 3D audiobook: Treasure Island, The Experience for the iPad including an audio performance synchronized to original text combined 3D interactive elements. - November 05, 2010 - FlyingWord
Join Author Robert Stanek and His Fifteen Year Dream of Bugville as He Takes Readers to Camp with Buster and Friends in His 20th Bugville Critters Picture Book
Robert Stanek’s 20th Bugville tale is coming to print for the first time officially on November 4, 2010. Join Robert as he tells about his own stays at Camp Timber-Lee. Robert Stanek quietly worked on the Bugville Critters for 15 years, satisfied with only the gleeful cheers, laughs and giggles of his children who delighted to hear his tales of Bugville and a little bug called Buster. As his children got older, they urged him to get the books published so other children could enjoy them. - November 04, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
Balance Integration Group Releases Its Latest Book Titled A New Beginning
People experiencing a life crisis are not always able to see a way out of their predicament towards a life that is stable, healthy, and positive. Local author, Addison C. Arthur, writes a book that helps those encountering a life crisis to use it as an opportunity to change their lives for the better. - November 04, 2010 - Balance Integration Group
Outskirts Press Announces All Points North, Author Shelby R. Lee III
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published All Points North by Shelby R. Lee III, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 paperback cream in the Fiction / Fantasy / Short Stories category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - November 04, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Silent Film Star Celebrated at San Francisco Public Library Event Co-Sponsored by Louise Brooks Society
Silent film star shines in censored film based on controversial book. - November 04, 2010 - Louise Brooks Society
Irion Books Celebrates the Seven Summits 25th Anniversary
In November Arizona Author of the Summit Murder Mystery Series will appear at two local events and one in New York City. Charles G. Irion will be showcased for his mountain climbing knowledge, writing accomplishments, and philanthropy. - November 04, 2010 - Irion Books LLC
Taxi Cab Bard Actor and and Awarding-Winning Performance Poet Hit Brooklyn's Literary Scene
The Brownstone Poets Presents New York's taxi cab bard and seasoned actor, Davidson Garrett, and Susanna Rich, an award-winning performance poet, on Tuesday, November 16 at Tillies of Brooklyn, a fun cafe for coffee, tea and yummy sandwiches and treats. The fun starts at 7p.m. and the open mic sign... - November 04, 2010 - The Brownstone Poets
New Suspense Novel, Endangered, Gaining Rapid Recognition
New Publishing Company’s First Novel Looks Like a Hit with Readers - November 04, 2010 - Smithwrights
No Drive-by Shootings, Just Fun and Pranks in Memoir Then And Now, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Then And Now: Observations of an Old Guy by Fred Near. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the autobiography and political book category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The... - November 04, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Nonfiction Release by Dog Ear Publishing Celebrates the Rich Culture, Heritage of Nigeria; Book by Toyin Ayeni
Toyin Ayeni offers up a fascinating portrait of a burgeoning nation. She shares a brief history of the nation as well as an overview of the different ethnic groups found in the country, a list of illustrious Nigerians, and many other fun and interesting facts about this often-overlooked African nation. She offers up a list of common misconceptions and carefully refutes them. Ayeni paints a picture of a rich and varied history and people. - November 03, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Release Brings Shakespeare Puzzle Book to Playwright's Fans; Book by Skip Wild Harrington, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Award-winning teacher Skip Wild Harrington and prominent American Shakespeare director Alec Wild have put together an authoritative, exuberant puzzle book for the “average” Shakespeare enthusiast and theatergoer. Jam-packed with criss-crosswords, anagrams, word scrambles, cryptograms, acrostics, word clouds, challenges, mazes, trivia challenges, word searches, jigsaws, and mix n’ matches, this book covers Shakespeare’s characters, settings, plots, heroes and villains. - November 03, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Private Eye Goes After Murder and Prejudice in Blood & Chocolate, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Blood & Chocolate: A Kelly Bloodsworth Novel by Vince Ferraro. 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 and Barnes & Noble. - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Catholic Priest Walks Away, Forms Own Religion in The New Beginning, Published by Duncan Press
Duncan Press has published The New Beginning by Richard C. Brown. The author's most recent book to date is a 5 x 8 paperback in the Christian fiction and suspense category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Eternal Press Releasing Eight New Titles on November 7th, 2010
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,... - November 03, 2010 - Caliburn Press LLC
Desire Street Books & Press Opens Web Store on Southern and Christian Literature
Online bookstore with New Orleans flavor sits at intersection of commercial fiction, literature and non-fiction about American South and Judeo-Christian faith. - November 03, 2010 - Desire Street Books & Press
NLAPW Host ‘10 Steps to Completing your Novel’
The National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) in celebration of November as National Novel Month host "10 Steps to Completing your Novel" with Maureen Stack Sappéy. - November 03, 2010 - National League of American Pen Women
Intrepid Heiress Honors Love, Fights Racism: In Small Measures, Published by Outskirts Press
Novelist Lynne Burke today announced the release of her debut work, In Small Measures, published by Outskirts Press. Burke’s vast, intricately drawn tale takes readers from the intrigue of the Australian outback through the small country communities that are the lifeblood of the nation as the... - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Care is Key to Communication Per The Dynamics to Speak with Care, Published by Outskirts Press
Author Dr. Eladio Pasqual today announced the release of The Dynamics to Speak with Care, Attending Support and Understanding, the Magnetic Words to Assist Others, published by Outskirts Press. Addressed to both parents and professionals, this new guidebook to interpersonal communication gives the... - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Final Fight to Stay Forgetfulness: Legend of the Memory Keeper, Published by Outskirts Press
Paul Wesley La Canfora today announced the release of Legend of the Memory Keeper, Relic’s Bane, published by Outskirts Press. The author’s tale of hope and friendship takes Porey, the gifted young Memory Keeper, on a mission to save his beloved world of Remembrance from being... - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Create, Sustain a High Performance Firm: Engage, Commit, Grow!, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Engage, Commit, Grow!: How to Create and Sustain a Culture of High Performance by Larry Smith. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the business, economics and leadership category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such... - November 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Eagerly Awaited Novel by William Hearth Ponders Secret Alchemy of Mary Magdalene
William Hearth’s Much Anticipated Novel Debuts This Spring (2011) Historical romance inferring scandalous romantic links between Mary Magdalene and Judas Iscariot, heralds arrival of Volume II in William Hearth’s series of fearless historical scholarship. Did their lives represent defiance of rabbinical law? - November 02, 2010 - DAKINI Publications & Booksellers
Pump Up Your Book Announces November ‘10 Authors on Tour
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book’s November 2010 Authors on Tour. - November 02, 2010 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Innovative New Christian Parenting Methods in Keep It Positive, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Keep It Positive: A New Approach to Successful Parenting by Juda Carter, M.A., Esther Chun, J.D., and Rev. Craig Brown, M.Div. The authors’ most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the family, relationships, parenting and child rearing category and... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Candid Chronicle of Struggle and Growth, Finding the Way Home, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Finding the Way Home by Fabiola Sully. The author's most recent book to date is a 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the poetry category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Mad Bomber Stalks Talk Jock in Christmas Eve Can Kill You, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Christmas Eve Can Kill You by William Marantz. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the mystery and detective fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Witty New Escapade, You Can't Iron a Wrinkled Birthday Suit, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published You Can't Iron a Wrinkled Birthday Suit by Sharon Phennah. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the humorous fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Scriptural Treatise on Deity of Christ, Is Jesus God?, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Is Jesus God?: An Examination and Refutation of Popular Cultic Views by Charles G.B. Evans, Ph.D. The author's most recent book to date is a 5 x 8 paperback in the religion and Biblical studies, history and culture category and is available worldwide on book... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Love, or the Lack of It, Propels New Novel, Malaika, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Malaika by Van Heerling. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at www.outskirtspress.com/malaika was launched... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Novel Targets Breast Implant Industry: Murder by Another Name, Published by Outskirts Press
Novelist Jo Stone announced today the release of her new legal and medical thriller, Murder by Another Name, published by Outskirts Press. Crime and corporate intrigue propel this captivating murder mystery as noted trial lawyer Stone uses her experience trying silicone gel breast implant cases to... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
World is Truly One’s Stage in How To Script and Stage Your Success, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published How To Script and Stage Your Success by Mike Iscan, MSCE. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the personal growth, self-help and success category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Innovative Guide, Self-Confidence...for A Work/Life Balance, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Self-Confidence...for A Work/Life Balance by Tony Richards. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the self-help category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Handbook Self-Confidence...for Anyone Who's Ever Been Dumped, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Self-Confidence...for Anyone Who's Ever Been Dumped by Tony Richards. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the self-help category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - November 02, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.