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Even Kids Can Do Their Part to "Erase Waste" - New Educational Picture Book Published by Firewater Media Group
Discover new educational picture book - Where Do Recyclable Materials Go?, the first in the Garbology Kids™ series, books that introduce children to waste diversion and disposal concepts through stories and hands-on activities. - March 06, 2011 - Firewater Media Group
"Alibi Jones: Vacation" by Mike Luoma - Now Available for the Amazon Kindle
Science Fiction Author Mike Luoma releases new short for 99 cents and Re-prices eBook Novels at $2.99 - March 05, 2011 - Michael Luoma
New Release Illuminates the Physics of Motion and the Scientists Who Deciphered It; Dog Ear Publishing Releases Book by Alan Kubitz
Explore the physics of motion through the eyes of an electrical engineer with a passion for the subject and its historical development. The author explains the work of illustrious scientists such as Johannes Kepler, Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein as they struggled to decipher the concept of motion. - March 05, 2011 - Dog Ear Publishing
The Ready for the World Christian Writer’s Conference
Kingdom Publishing Group, Inc., the leader in Christian book publishing, is sponsoring “The Ready for the World Christian Writer’s Conference” on Saturday, April 30, 2011 in Richmond, Virginia. This dynamic educational event is purposed to rally writers, authors, publishers for a... - March 05, 2011 - Kingdom Publishing Group, Inc.
Latino Author with Apocalyptic Vision for U.s. Interviewed on CNN TV
CNN interviews author Raul Ramos y Sanchez about his cautionary tale of a near-future U.S. torn by ethnic strife. - March 05, 2011 - Raul Ramos y Sanchez
The Chainmakers Now on Kindle
Helen Spring's novel now available at a low price. - March 05, 2011 - Helen Spring
Buddhist Infuses Spiritual Beliefs in Collection of Psychological Horror Stories
Emorelle Leach’s six thought-provoking thrillers in “The Rot and Other Horrible Tales” intends to chill readers to the bone - March 05, 2011 - Emorelle Leach
Atlanta Journal-Constitution Columnist Jim Osterman Launches E-Book - "I Was Just Sayin’"
"I Was Just Sayin'" is a compilation of some of Jim Osterman's columns over the past five years and a portion of the proceeds will go to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. - March 04, 2011 - I Was Just Sayin'
Sketch Maven Allows Fans from Across the World to Buy and Sell Original Comic Art
Sketch Maven, the World's Greatest Comic Art Online Marketplace, has opened the site up to original comic art collectors from across the world that can now buy and sell comic art on the site. - March 04, 2011 - Sketch Maven, Inc.
Savant Books Releases S. Stanley Gordon's Book, "My Two Wives and Three Husbands"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, publishers of significant books and enduring media for the 21st century, announces the release of S. Stanley Gordon's published memoirs titled "My Two Wives and Three Husbands." - March 03, 2011 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
Change Your Life! by Allen Klein, Foreword by Jack Canfield
A free book discussion and signing for Change Your Life!: A Little Book of Big Ideas by Allen Klein with a foreword by Jack Canfield will be held at the East West Bookstore in Mountain View, CA on March 3, 2011 at 7:30 pm. - March 03, 2011 - Allen Klein
Violet and the Mystery Next Door Interactive Children’s Book Available for iPhone & iPad
It may be cold outside, but a little snow won't stop Violet aka Phantom Girl from investigating her new "Masked" neighbor. What will happen when a problem arises? Will they work as a team and solve the latest mystery? - March 03, 2011 - My Black Dog Books
Mongrel Empire Press Announces 2 New Titles
Mongrel Empire Press announces the publication a book of poetry and a short story collection. - March 03, 2011 - Mongrel Empire Press
Stories for Children Publishing March ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Author Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Sherry Ellis and her children’s books, “That Mama is a Grouch” and “That Baby Woke Me Up, AGAIN!"; along with co-authors Tom Listul & Heather Listul Hewitt’s latest children’s book,“Monkey Made Dream” all month long in March 2011. - March 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Author Gary Sheerin and HD Interactive Bring Books to Life
Authors and publishers recognize the need to create an experience for readers that goes beyond the book to games, websites, and more. - March 03, 2011 - HD Interactive
North Wind Publishing to Release New Book "Bearin’s: The Book" - Twenty Years of Bulkhead Wisdom, Quiet Smiles, Belly Laughs, and Good Ol’ Salty Tears
“Bearin’s: The Book” by Brian Robbins is a collection of columns written for “Commercial Fisheries News” over the past 20 years. These select columns are the best of Robbins’ unique blend of humor, wry observations, and personal reflections on life. Originally written for a commercial fishing audience, these columns encompass characters, situations, and themes, bound to resonate with all readers. He'll make you laugh, maybe even shed a tear, and definitely leave you wanting more. - March 02, 2011 - North Wind Publishing
Moonlit Weeds, Written by North Carolina Poet Richard Picciuto Has Been Published
Moonlit Weeds is a collection of free-form poetry, ranging from thoughts about the mysticism of silence to observations and reflections of an eight-year-old mowing the grass… a mundane task made to appear magical. - March 02, 2011 - Richard Picciuto
Damnation Books Released Twelve New Titles on 1 March 2011
Damnation Books, LLC is based in Santa Rosa, California. Founded by William Gilchrist and Kim Richards Gilchrist, Damnation Books looks to use available technologies to bring affordable dark fiction to everyone. - March 01, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
"How to Talk to Famous People" - the New Book by Tommy Leonard
A randomly organized book about life and comedy. - March 01, 2011 - Tommy Leonard
Outskirts Press Reveals Top 10 Best Selling Books in Self Publishing for January 2011
Outskirts Press, the fastest-growing full-service self publishing and book marketing company today announced its top ten titles for January 2011. - March 01, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Legacy Inheritance, a Novel of Inspiration and Motivation by Author Patrick Donnell, Released on Amazon Kindle
The Legacy Inheritance is a powerful story that refreshes the reader’s motivation and inspiration. This exceptional book, by author Patrick Donnell, has now been released for Amazon Kindle. - March 01, 2011 - Patrick Donnell
Sacred Oaks Press Author E.J. Stevens Launches PNR4Wolves - Paranormal Authors Saving Wolves with Books
E.J. Stevens launches new project, "PNR4Wolves," uniting paranormal authors to promote the rescue and preservation of wolves with books. - February 28, 2011 - Sacred Oaks Press
Flying Horses Featured on WSFB's Better Connecticut Show
TV Personality Scot Haney hosts a video profile of Flying Horses: The Golden Age of American Carousel Art, 1870 - 1930 as well as the New England Carousel Museum. - February 26, 2011 - The Connecticut Press
The Legendiers and the Battle of Darkness Fantasy Novel Released on Amazon Kindle
The Legendiers and the Battle of Darkness, a fantasy novel by Jeremy Johnson, released on Amazon Kindle. This is one of the most original fantasy novels that has come along in a long time. There are completely original characters, creatures and monsters. This novel has been complimented by readers as the "Next Harry Potter." - February 26, 2011 - Jeremy Johnson LLC
The Brownstone Poets Presents Spoken Word Poets Velez! Moore and DubbleX with Joy Leftow on Tuesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. at Tillies of Brooklyn
The Brownstone Poets presents Spoken Word poets Velez! Moore and DubbleX with Joy Leftow on Tuesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. at Tillies of Brooklyn. Enjoy the quaint student-friendly café ambiance located near Pratt and St. Joseph's College. Feast on gourmet sandwiches, delectable cakes, pies and... - February 26, 2011 - The Brownstone Poets
9/11 Flipbook Unifies Diverse Personal Experiences and Creates Controversy
Artist Scott Blake aims to perpetuate a continuing dialogue about the 9/11 experience with one controversial project. - February 25, 2011 - Barcode Art
Indianapolis Attorney Joan Champagne Featured in New Book
Indianapolis attorney, Joan E. Champagne, of White and Champagne law firm, featured in new book entitled Single.Women.Entrepreneurs. - February 25, 2011 - White and Champagne
SlimyBookworm.com: Announcing the Launch of Its Complimentary Children’s Book Selection Service
SlimyBookworm.com aims to replicate the feel of walking into your neighborhood independent bookstore where you can browse titles, have your questions answered on what books would make a good gift for a child by filling out the Book/Gift Selection form on the homepage. You then get back a personalized hand-picked selection of the most appropriate children’s books. - February 25, 2011 - Slimy Bookworm
Damnation Books Will Release Twelve New Titles on 1 March 2011
Damnation Books, LLC is based in Santa Rosa, California. Founded by William Gilchrist and Kim Richards Gilchrist, Damnation Books looks to use available technologies to bring affordable dark fiction to everyone. - February 25, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Author Colby Van Wagoner Releases Mulberry Lane, Based on the Shocking and True Events of Serial Killer H.H. Holmes
Author Colby Van Wagoner releases Mulberry Lane, based on the shocking and true events of serial killer H.H. Holmes. - February 24, 2011 - Colby Van Wagoner
Damnation Books Announces Realms of Fantasy Stories Nominated for Nebula Award
Two stories published by Realms of Fantasy Magazine, owned by Kim Richards Gilchrist of Damnation Books, appear on the final ballot for the 2010 Nebula Awards. In the short story category “How Interesting: A Tiny Man” by Harlan Ellison made the final ballot. In the novelette category,... - February 24, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Christopher Nosnibor Tackles the Divided Self as Clinicality Press Publishes ‘From Destinations Set’ in March
Monday 28th March 2011 sees Christopher Nosnibor's dizzying novel 'From Destinations Set' published as a trade paperback by Clinicality Press. - February 24, 2011 - Clinicality Press
"Beyond the Cosmos" Nominated for 2011 Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year
"Beyond the Cosmos" by Hugh Ross, has been nominated for the 2011 Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year in the Non-fiction - Bible Study/Theology Category. - February 24, 2011 - Signalman Publishing
Ted L. Nancy Announces "Stories From A Moron" Now on Kindle
Ed Broth’s book available again. - February 23, 2011 - Mr. Ted L. Nancy
Bohemian Chic- Designer Book Out for Public Use
Noted designers, Marie Minnich and Marde Doolan announce the collaboration of their first book, Bohemian Chic: Decorating with Vintage and Salvage. Bohemian Chic is a rising interior design trend that fosters the Reduce – Reuse – Recycle principle. It celebrates the possessions the... - February 23, 2011 - Bohemian Chic
BookBuzz.net Announces New Client Jerry Smith and His Inspirational Autobiography, Does God Give Us More Than We Can Bear?
Does God Give Us More Than We Can Bear? takes readers through disappointments and failures as Jerry does his best to battle overwhelming odds with a deck seemingly stacked against him. Did God give Jerry more than he could bear? - February 23, 2011 - BookBuzz
Fascinating Tale of an Unquiet Soul, Love From the Other Side, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Love From the Other Side: Searching for Answers by Carol Shimp. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the adventurers and explorers autobiography category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
True Tests of Love: An Enduring, Endearing, Extraordinary Love Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published An Enduring, Endearing, Extraordinary Love: Experiencing True Love the Second Time Around by Terry Mae. The author's most recent book to date is a 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the action and adventure category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Grim Secrets Lie Just Below the Surface in Cappuccino Nights, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Cappuccino Nights by Ella Monet. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the African American romantic fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Two Essential Rules of Pricing Revealed in What to Charge, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published What to Charge: Pricing Strategies for Freelancers and Consultants by Laurie Lewis. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the business and economics consulting category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
BookBuzz.net Announces Promotion of New Client Michele Sfakianos and Her Book, Useful Information for Everyday Living
Author, Nurse, and Mother Michele Sfakianos Has Written a Wonderful New Book for Everyday Tips and Advice on Topics Such as Cleaning, Family, Finances, and Much More. - February 23, 2011 - BookBuzz
Outskirts Press Announces After A Little Stint In A Little War, by Michael Stuart Burns
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published After A Little Stint In A Little War: Reflections On Going Berserk by Michael Stuart Burns, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 7.4 x 9.7 paperback in the Poetry / General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Bookbuzz.net is Pleased to Announced That Their New Client Phillip Davidson is Receiving Rave Reviews for His Book, Dreamer
Dreamer has received several five star reviews from Amazon.com reviewers, including one by Glenda A. Bixler who wrote: “Dreamer by Phillip L. Davidson is also a great paranormal thriller/adventure story! On a scale of 1-5, I'd go 6 easily.” - February 23, 2011 - BookBuzz
Outskirts Press announces The Brain Washing of Black America, by Author Arquila A. Todd
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Brain Washing of Black America: How God Helped Me Overcome by Arquila A. Todd, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Self-Help / Spiritual category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Reveals Top 25 Best Selling Books in Self Publishing for 2010
Outskirts Press, the fastest-growing full-service self publishing and book marketing company today announced its top 25 titles for 2010. Alphabetically, its 25 best performing self-published books for 2010 were: * The Atheist's Introduction to the New Testament, by Mike Davis * Beating... - February 23, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Penn State Libraries to Digitize Lynd Ward Collection for Documentary by 217 Films
In celebration of the art and life of American printmaker and illustrator, Lynd Ward (1905-1985), 217 Films has given a gift to Penn State University Libraries to digitize selected Ward woodcuts and wood engravings. 217 Films will showcase many of these works in a new film titled “O Brother... - February 22, 2011 - 217 Films
What You Don't Know Can Blind You - What You do Know Can Save Your Sight
Comprehensive New Guide for Glaucoma Patients and Their Loved Ones In her new nonfiction, Glaucoma – Patient to Patient: A Guide for You and Your Family (published by iUniverse), accomplished author Edith Marks expounds on her widely read, acclaimed book, Coping With Glaucoma (1997 Avery... - February 22, 2011 - Edith S. Marks
"The First Ladies" Discusses the Individuality of First Ladies Between Martha Washington and Mamie Eisenhower
Author Feather Schwartz Foster offers a glimpse of some long-ago women in her newest book, entitled: “The First Ladies: An Intimate Portrait of the Women Who Shaped America.” - February 21, 2011 - Feather Schwartz Foster
Moving Out West, Seeking “Honest” Citizens: "Good Shot, Paul” Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published "Good Shot, Paul.” Regarding the Difficulties of Traveling West During Uncertain Times by Leonard Marks. 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... - February 21, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Young Girl Must Adjust to New South African Home in Ride the Wave, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Ride the Wave by Freddie Remza. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the juvenile fiction, social issues and friendship category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage... - February 21, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.