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Mimi Vance's Words by the Handful. Babies Can Talk.
Sign Language for Baby through Story-time Fun - August 29, 2010 - Bright Sky Press
New Release Spins Fanciful Tale of Powerful Magic and Determined Brothers; Book by Michael Hart and Maria Howard, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Troubled 12-year-old Danny and his 8-year-old brother Matt find three crystals with mysterious powers during an archaeological dig in Peru with their anthropologist grandfather. As the boys try to elude a sinister enemy who wants the stones for himself, they travel to a parallel world and get help... - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Autobiographical Fiction Release Tells of One Woman’s Quest to Make Music; Dog Ear Publishing Releases Book by Glenna Burmer
Lauren Bergman is a pathologist by day, but she longs to be a rock star. Specifically, she wants to produce a CD of her own original songs. Her quest to make her dream come true introduces her to the wild world of musicians—the insanely expensive and ridiculously user-unfriendly music software, the imperious teachers, the crazy session players, and the intimidating virtuosos. Once she finishes it, she must decide if it's worth the cost to her pocketbook and psyche. - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Fiction Release Re-Imagines the Book of Genesis with a Sci-Fi Twist; Book by James Hansen, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
“When, in the height, the gods, as dynamic planets, had not yet been brought out…” Thus begins James Hansen’s vivid re-imagining of the Book of Genesis. Personified planets are brought forth as if born into a family, and their trials and travails eventually bring about the solar system. A dwarf star joins them and transforms into a planet supporting highly-advanced humanoids—the gods—who created safe havens and fertile ground on Earth, as well as humanity. - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Children’s Release by Jeff Wendt Brings Our Nation’s Beginnings to Life; Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Granddad George, his furry dog Marty, and three fun grandchildren go on an adventure they’ll never forget as they travel through time to learn the truth and importance of how the United States was formed. Little do they know that instead of spending a few boring days at their... - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Release Brings Attention to Underserved Gifted and Talented Students in Rural Schools; Book by Donald Kordosky, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
The U.S. educational system is failing gifted children in small towns across the United States, according to this book, which provides a solution to this crisis in learning. Gifted education receives almost no federal and state funding. In fact, the 378,000 gifted children in rural public schools... - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Book by Matthew Gold Features Non-Stop Adventure with Exploration of Self-Determination; Released by Dog Ear Publishng
In a not-too-distant future, technology promises to solve any problem. Sentient robots, known as dolls, cook our food, clean our homes, watch our children, and provide companionship–but some have another function. They train as secret agents to keep the public safe. However, most people don’t know the dolls have a secret: Each comes from a human mind, bought and sold on the black market. Rebecca, a doll, performs dangerous tasks for the shadowy organization that employs her. This is her story. - August 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
From Familia Books, a New Book of Eighty-Eight Stories Campaign Against Domestic Violence. Anthology Aims to Raise Funds for Abused Mothers and Children.
Wisdom of Our Mothers (Familia Books, 2010) is an anthology of true stories and poetry based on the theme of lessons learned from the authors’ mothers. It is the brain-child of part-time philanthropist Eric Bowen. Following the publication of Tim Russert’s popular Wisdom of Our... - August 27, 2010 - Familia Books
Capstone Publishes Oil Spills Book, Proceeds to Benefit Gulf Mammal Rescue Program
For more information on this press release, visit http://capstone.presslift.com/capstone-publishes-oil-spills-book. - August 27, 2010 - Capstone
New Memoir from Henry Chapin & Sons Gives Insight Into Traumatic Brain Injury
The Unforgettable New Book That Proves Second Chances Are Within Our Mind's Grasp. - August 26, 2010 - Henry Chapin & Sons LLC
Book.Defy Announces New Streamlined Site to Better Serve the Textbook Needs of College Students
Buying textbooks for college students is a pain. It costs a lot of time, energy and money, and the worst part, when buying textbooks from the campus store, the costs are exorbitantly high. The average student can save by buying books from the non-campus bookstores, but can realize larger savings buying online. Online searches are difficult and time consuming, however a new website, Book.Defy, a free service, simplifies this by showing visitors where to find the best textbook deals. - August 25, 2010 - BookDefy
Editor-in-Chief of Wired Magazine Promotes Freemium Business Model on Wix Website
Chris Anderson, editor-in-chief of Wired magazine, wrote a book about the Freemium model. He offers a free audio version of the book on a site created with free website builder Wix.com. - August 25, 2010 - Wixpress, Ltd.
New Release Puts Humorous Spin on the Miseries of Life, Big or Small; Book by David Dell Johnson, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Some people may think about what they’ll miss when they pass away, such as loved ones, watching their favorite teams compete, pushing their body to the limit or eating a delicious plate of pasta. But how many people have considered things they will not miss once they are gone? In 6001 Things... - August 25, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
During September’s Literacy Month, Author Susan Mallery Engages with Readers on Social Networks
Social networks such as Facebook and Twitter have potential to get adults excited about reading books. Many adult readers enjoy connecting on a personal level with the authors of the books they read, and they say doing so has enhanced their reading experience. The social networks have also changed some books, as authors such as Susan Mallery ask for reader input while writing. - August 25, 2010 - Susan Mallery
American Gonzo: Panoz Goes Indie and Decides to Boycott iBookStore
Panoz proposes to embark with the Gonzies in a book in which style is inspired by indie artists like QT, Thompson and moviemakers from the seventies. - August 24, 2010 - Jiminy Panoz
Afros to Blondes "Why Are Black Women Going Blond"?
Afros to Blondes a Chapter from the Revolutionary New Book of Poetry Entitled: Black Hair In the 21st Century Poetry That Gets to the Root of the Matter by R.J. Rahman. The Author Discusses this Issue with Stephen Biko of Blog Talk Radio. - August 24, 2010 - RJRahman-books.com
Debut Author Sherry D. Ficklin Brings Greek Mythology to Teen Readers
Book 1 of The Gods of Fate series releases to rave reviews. - August 24, 2010 - Sherry D. Ficklin
New Release Details One Man’s Struggle to Find Grace and Peace Amidst Adversity; Book by Kirsten Brydum and Franklin Udall Lindsay, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Frank Lindsay’s story begins like that of any other man but takes a sharp turn into struggle with addiction and an unfortunate incident that eventually begins to take over his life even as he works his way to overcome the fallout and find Grace —moving from head to heart, and giving without expectation of return. This is the story of the choices he makes and the startling consequences of those choices, shifting awareness of what is most important from "me" to "we." - August 23, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Florida Author Encourages Teen Reading
Florida Author Kelly Abell wants to encourage teens to read. After writing her first young adult novel to inspire her daughter to read, Kelly wants to spread the word that Reading is Cool. - August 23, 2010 - kNight Romance Publishing
Poets George Dickerson and Richard Levine Read at Park Plaza Restaurant on Saturday, 9/4 at 2:30 P.M. for the Brownstone Poets
Park Plaza Restaurant 220 Cadman Plaza West near Clark St. and Pineapple Walk Brooklyn, NY 11201 - 718 – 596 – 5900 Take the A or C to High Street, 2 or 3 to Clark Street, 4, 5, or R to Court Street, Borough Hall $3 Donation – plus Food/Drink - Open Mic Curated by Patricia... - August 23, 2010 - The Brownstone Poets
Poets Janice Brabaw and Kat Georges Read at Tillies of Brooklyn on Tues, 9/21 at 7 p.m. for the Brownstone Poets
Poetry Grows in Ft. Greene The Brownstone Poets presents: Janice Brabaw Kat Georges Tuesday, September 21 at Tillies of Brooklyn Starts at 7p.m. – Sign up at 6:45p.m. – Must leave by 9p.m. Tillies of Brooklyn 248 DeKalb Ave. (corner of Vanderbilt and DeKalb) Brooklyn, NY 11205... - August 23, 2010 - The Brownstone Poets
Honest Approach to Array of Life in Poems of Words of Expressions, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Words of Expressions: Volume I by Clifton Williams. 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... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces The Eye of Osiris, by Author Raquel Zepeda Fitzgerald
The Eye of Osiris is set in 1987 San Francisco, commencing with a murder beneath the pyramid-shaped edifice known as the Transamerica Building. While the Law Offices of McCormick, Redding and Patton appear to be the average, mundane, “business as usual” firm, something is rumbling... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Learn to Listen to Messages from Beyond with Whispers of Joy, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Whispers of Joy: Messages from an Unseen World by Joy Andreasen. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the body, mind and spirit and inspiration and personal growth category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Can Zorro Find His Own Way in Life? Desperately Seeking Talent, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Desperately Seeking Talent: A Puppy's Journey by Dr. Ivana Segvic-Boudreaux. The author's most recent book to date is a 7 x 10 paperback in the action and adventure juvenile fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Guide to Recognize Earliest Symptoms of Disabling Diseases Published by Outskirts Press
Emanuel Barling, Jr., Esq., and Ashley F. Brooks, R.N., today announced the release of Arthritis, Inflammation, Gout, Crohn’s, IBD and IBS -- How to Eliminate Pain and Extend Your Life, published by Outskirts Press. This comprehensive guide shows how to recognize early on the symptoms of the... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Veteran Conquers Alcohol, Becomes Hero in Redemption of Honor, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Redemption of Honor, The Story of Ben Logan by C. J. Grabowski. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the coming of age fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Tables Turn and Turn Back Again as Thief Befriends Victim in Ana, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Ana by Ashley Joy. The author's most recent book to date is a 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the juvenile action and adventure category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at www.outskirtspress.com/ana... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Union Boss & Pastor Share Wisdom: My Life in The Potter's Hands, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated religion, Christian ministry and pastoral resources book from Scotts Valley, CA, author Glennon Culwell. - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Author Combines Dr. Phil, Patton, Columbo in The Seventh Sense, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Seventh Sense: The Key to Your Effectiveness in Life and Business by Brendan J. Cunningham. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the self-help, personal growth and success category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Poems on the Many Faces of Love Inspire Dangerous Game, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Dangerous Game: love in poetry by T. R. G. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the poetry category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Civil War Sequel Tracks Couple’s Adventures Moving West: Edgar, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Edgar: Companion to by Ben Steinlage. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the historical fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Evil Must Conquer Evil so That Good Can Prevail in The Keya Quests, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Keya Quests: Three Souls Destiny-Bound by Glenn Skinner. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the epic fantasy category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The Keya Quests is... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Son Promises Dying Mother He’ll Unravel Secret of The Last Jump, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Last Jump: A Novel of World War II by John E. Nevola. 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 as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The Last... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Girl Has No Friends Until Mystery Gift Arrives in Medallions, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Medallions by Kelly Wibbenmeyer. 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 webpage at... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Energetic New Middle East Thriller, The Document, Published by Endeavor Publishing Group
Endeavor Publishing Group has published The Document: A Novel by Darryl Scriven. 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... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Playing War Becomes Deadly Game in New Novel Mark Penn Goes to War, Published by Outskirts Press
Veteran author Michael Springer today announced the release of his newest work, Mark Penn Goes to War, a sequel to The Bootlegger’s Secret. Both books are published by Outskirts Press. While playing war, Springer’s young hero Mark Penn discovers he may have landed himself and his friend... - August 22, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Jimi Hendrix—The King of Rock N' Soul
New book shows how Jimi's music expanded deep into other genres besides Rock. Jimi Hendrix is known the world over as the greatest Rock Guitarist to have ever lived. However, his music cannot be caged into one musical genre. - August 21, 2010 - Plain Talk 2010
Raising Successful Children…Really: Deliberate Parenting, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Deliberate Parenting: Empowering Children with the Essential 1/2 Dozen by Phyl R. Brinkley, M.Ed. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the family, relationships and parenting category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites... - August 20, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Guideposts Releases Free eBook The Power of Hope: 7 Inspirational Stories of People Rediscovering Faith, Hope and Love
Leading Inspirational Publisher Makes Available a Free eBook Filled with Readings That Will Strengthen and Deepen Your Hope and Faith. - August 19, 2010 - Guideposts
New Western Novel Pits Arizona Rangers and Mexican Forces Against Heartless Outlaws; Book by J. Reeder Archuleta, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
In Rio Sonora, the author's action-packed adventure brings Arizona Territory’s colorful past to life with genuine characters, suspense and intriguing plot twists. Captain Wheeler of the Arizona Rangers sends one of his best men to work with the Mexican Rurales after he learns that a rancher’s wife and daughter have been kidnapped and taken to Mexico. The Arizona Rangers, a company of tough men, ride against the violent men who take their toll on the Arizona Territory in the early 20th century. - August 19, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Children’s Book by Terri Thomas Shows Young Boy’s Courage to Follow His Dreams; Released by Dog Ear Publishing
Although J Mac loves basketball and hanging out with friends, it’s his title, Freestyle King, that causes fellow students and other people in his small town to make fun of him. This confident youngster decides his passion for musical rhymes is worth making a stand to prove to himself –... - August 19, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Asking, “How to Sell My Book?” jexbo Reveals Book Marketing Answers
Jill Exler’s self-published author interviews at www.jexbo.blogspot.com offer free, self-publishing tips. - August 19, 2010 - jexbo
New Novel by Peter Beckman Brings Hollywood’s Ghosts to Life in a World All Their Own; Released by Dog Ear Publishing
When a young writer and film history buff suddenly finds himself living in the shadowy edges of Hollywood, his imagination goes into overdrive. The city has the power to show him ghosts and famous phantoms of past films, as well as manipulate time and space. Although Kees Madden is fascinated with... - August 19, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
American Soccer Dream is Now Available on Lulu.com
American Soccer Dream, a novel by Ken Jones, is now available on lulu.com. If you are a soccer enthusiast and a fan in the United States National Team, this book could be for you. Come along with the new-look national team as they seek to attain glory in 2014 in Brazil. - August 18, 2010 - An American Soccer Dream
Author Claims "Coma Story" is Not "Inception"
A novel based on Diego Garcia depopulation and lucid dreaming. Coma Story now available at Amazon.com. - August 17, 2010 - Coma Story
Donald J. Farinacci, New York Author, Receives Prestigious Award from Military Writers Society of America
Donald J. Farinacci has received the Military Writers Society of America (MWSA) Silver Medal for 2010 for his book "Truman and MacArthur, Adversaries for a Common Cause (Merriam Press/Merriam- Press.com). MWSA recognizes its members and their creative works at an Awards Banquet during their... - August 17, 2010 - Donald J. Farinacci
REGI Books Announces the Official Book Trailer for Crossing Color Lines
“I am very excited to release this new book trailer. Readers get a visual picture of what Crossing Color Lines is all about. It is more than a fiction novel; it transpires race issues that still need to be discussed openly today,” states d. E. Rogers. - August 16, 2010 - Rogers Entertainment Group International
Your Time Publishing, LLC, 1st Book Reading, Paulette Jones’ First Novel HerStory: Revelations
Book reading of the new novel HerStory: Revelations by first time author Paulette Jones. She returns to her roots, the theatre, to showcase her first full length novel where she will read several passages that highlight the shows title, Six in the Kitchen. - August 15, 2010 - Your Time Publishing, LLC
Luskin Writes Guest Blog About "Sense of Place" for Her Circle Ezine
Vermont author Deborah Lee Luskin has written a guest blog about the role of “Sense of Place” in her work for the on-line publication Her Circle Ezine. "Into The Wilderness," Luskin’s first published novel, is set in Vermont in 1964. - August 14, 2010 - Deborah Lee Luskin