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Retired Theatre Professor Releases New Historical Fiction Novel About Slavery
Author, CD Harper is pleased to announce his book, Covenant. This work is a historical fiction novel set during slavery and the Civil War and looks at the relationship of the slave master and his slave love. The story also delves into the impact of slavery, the war and the human impulse to love on lives of everyone on Covenant Plantation. Covenant is told from the perspective of a slave. - March 30, 2012 - CD Harper
"Mode One" Author to Sponsor Personal Development Workshops for Single Men
Do you become bashful and tongue-tied when in the company of attractive women? Do you want to learn how to converse with women with more confidence? Do you want to learn the secrets of recognizing women's natural 'body language cues'? If all of the above apply to you, then you want to sign up for one of Alan Roger Currie's 'Mode One' Personal Development Workshops for Men. The first workshop is set to take place in Chicago on May 18-20, 2012. - March 29, 2012 - Mode One Multimedia, Inc.
A Puritan’s Mind Launches “The Puritan Shop” for Reformed eBooks and Puritan Downloads
New Electronic eBook Shop Opens with Instant Downloading Capability for Reformed and Puritan Literature Bringing 17th Century Manuscripts Into the Modern Age - March 29, 2012 - A Puritan's Mind
Fenske Unveils the Secret World of Invisible Art
Noted artist, Gary Fenske, gives tribute to a forgotten art form and its secretive 100 year history. - March 29, 2012 - Fenske Art
Chef Jon Bonnell Shares His Secrets from the Lone Star State, Releases New Cookbook: Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites
Acclaimed Chef Jon Bonnell releases his second cookbook, Jon Bonnell’s Texas Favorites (ISBN 9781423622598), filled with family favorite recipes any home-cook can recreate. This collection of recipes is a unique take on Texas staples that will satisfy your appetite, culinary aspirations and... - March 29, 2012 - Chef Jon Bonnell
The Darlings of Orange County Stings H-Town with Sexy Salacious Satire
Author, Jennifer S. Devore, will release her 4th book, a work of fiction, The Darlings of Orange County, published by KIMedia, LLC. The novel will be released in Kindle, Nook, and epub formats. - March 29, 2012 - KIMedia, LLC
Handy EHR/EMR Pocket Guide Book Published for Patients and Doctors
An easy, simple and effortless Lessons-based, no Nonsense guide - a very handy pocket book designed for everybody: from novice patients, clinic managers, practicing nurses, other health professionals and busy physicians MDs/DOs on the go. A must for any one who cares for patient records and charts available at anytime at his or her finger tips. Ordinary citizens are immensely benefited knowing what the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is impacting even transient use in public travel. - March 29, 2012 - MAHALAXMI LODGING CONSULTING,LLC
Savant Books Announces Release of Anoop Chandola's New Novel, "In the Himalayan Nights"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii announces release of Anoop Chandola's newest historical novel of ancient and modern India, "In the Himalayan Nights." - March 28, 2012 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
Bibliotastic Historical Fiction Author Lands Book Deal
One of bibliotastic’s most popular authors, Letitia Coyne, has been signed by a commercial publisher, Canada-based 1889 Labs, under whose imprint she has released "Touchstone," a medieval tragedy. - March 28, 2012 - bibliotastic
Eden Autism Services Book Fair Kicks Off Autism Awareness Month
A percentage of sales will benefit autism support organization - March 28, 2012 - Eden Autism Services Florida
Author, Krys Nicole Gives a New Definition to the Plus Size World in Her Funny and Inspirational Pocket Guide, "I'm Not Fat! I'm Thicksational!"
A manual for every woman and girl who has been called fat or any other derogatory name regarding their weight. You will learn how to shine through adversity. From now on you will correct someone if they ever call you fat again. - March 27, 2012 - Krys Nicole
Film Highlights Work of Graphic Novel Pioneer: Penn State University Libraries to Host World Premiere of 217 Films’ New Documentary on Lynd Ward
Penn State University Libraries will host the world premiere of 217 Films’ new documentary on Lynd Ward, the father of the American graphic novel and one of the most prolific book illustrators and printmakers in the history of American art. A preview of the film and other projects by 217 Films, the work of Maglaras and Terri Templeton, can be viewed at www.two17films.com/viewclips.php. - March 26, 2012 - 217 Films
New Book Major League Addiction Revealing Details of Child Sex Abuse by Late Former Boston Red Sox Clubhouse Manager Scheduled for Publication in April
Leeronnie Ogletree was born in Winter Haven, Florida in 1963. As a child he became a clubhouse boy for the Boston Red Sox during spring training. He later moved to Massachusetts where he continued working for the Red Sox. After years of drug addiction and jail time for numerous offenses he entered a drug treatment program. Now sober, Ogletree uses the sharing of his journey as catharsis. As a father, he sees in his four children the vulnerability and innocence stripped away from him. - March 25, 2012 - Ogletree Enterprizes, LLC
Janet Halfmann's "Star of the Sea" Wins Wisconsin Writers Children's Literature Award
Janet Halfmann has won the Wisconsin Writers Children’s Literature Award for her picture book, “Star of the Sea: A Day in the Life of a Starfish.” The Council for Wisconsin Writers announced the award March 22. Halfmann was inspired to write “Star of the Sea” because of her long-time fascination with sea stars. The book's illustrations are by Joan Paley and the publisher is Henry Holt/Christy Ottaviano. - March 25, 2012 - Janet Halfmann—Children's Author
Cabot Barden, Author of It's The Bass Player, Will be Holding a Book Signing at Barnes and Noble in Hendersonville, TN from 12 to 2 PM on Saturday, April 7, 2012
Cabot Barden, author of It's The Bass Player and Mixed Blessings, will be holding a book signing at the Barnes and Noble book store on April 7, 2012 from 12 noon to 2 pm. Barden's first book, It's The Bass Player is being read as far away as South Africa, England, and Australia. His second book,... - March 24, 2012 - Cabot Barden-Author
Empowering New Daily Intention Guide, Prayers of Two Women, Published by Outskirts Press
Authors Elizabeth Bell and Maxine Barish-Wreden offer a unique form of shared daily prayer centered on the power of intention to create one’s life and to generate energy, love, humor, compassion and intimate friendship. - March 24, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
When Truth Won’t Work: Death at Willow Creek Mine Published by Outskirts Press
Novelist J. D. Savid takes readers deep underground into the dangers of gold mining and deep into the hearts of three brothers whose growing enmity results in a tragedy that requires the ultimate cover-up to show their actual love for each other. - March 24, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Hearts Taken Captive in War: A Voice in the Wind Published by Outskirts Press
Donald Risho takes readers on the turbulent journey of a shy young schoolteacher from New Hampshire through the maelstrom of the Civil War and his encounters with the great men and remarkable scoundrels who afterward gave birth to a new nation. - March 24, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Ford Professor of Engineering Emeritus is Receiving Rave Reviews for His Father’s Biography, Honest Sid
Author, Ronald Probstein is pleased to announce that his memoir, Honest Sid, chronicling his father’s life is receiving rave reviews. - March 24, 2012 - Ronald Probstein
P.T. Barnum, Pioneer of Hype: Historian Releases Graphic Novel About Invention and Commercial Attractions in 1850s New York
Media historian, Dr. Jillian Lerner has launched an experimental graphic novel: an innovative crossover of historical fiction, comics and media studies. Set in 1850s New York, The Peerless Prodigies of P.T. Barnum features the pioneering enterprises of showman P.T. Barnum and photographer Mathew Brady. It offers a cinematic journey through the technological imagination of the 19th century, bringing into focus the emerging possibilities of photography, robotics, and advertising. - March 23, 2012 - Sensorium Editions
Rock Star * PR Announces Dr. Leigh-Davis’ New Hyperink Book
While scheduled to announce a new PR class offered through Eventbrite; last week Rock Star * PR announced a surprise book by Dr. Leigh-Davis, that is not about law. - March 23, 2012 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
The Equine Network Publishes New Book from Road to the Horse Champion
Trainer Stacy Westfall Releases Book on Starting Horses - March 23, 2012 - Equine Network, LLC
Praised Debut Novel A Human Element Has Mystery, Murder and Steam
What do you get when you mix the paranormal with a twist of horror, science fiction and romance? Donna Galanti’s cross-genre debut novel, A Human Element (Echelon Press March 2012). Galanti’s first novel has been well received with local and national critics. Jonathan Maberry, New York... - March 23, 2012 - Donna Galanti
Atlanta Literary Convention Recognized by Mayo Clinic
JordanCon is proud to announce that it is being recognized by the Mayo Clinic for its continued support of the clinic’s research on amyloidosis. The Mayo Clinic will be adding JordanCon to their electronic registration kiosks in their Hall of Benefactors. Through an annual Texas Hold... - March 23, 2012 - JordanCon, Inc
The Haunted Mansion Project – Year One Released at Damnation Books
Proceeds from this anthology go toward future Haunted Mansion events. - March 22, 2012 - Caliburn Press LLC
Paul Kemprecos Releases for the First Time "Cool Blue Tomb" in eBook Format
Paul Kemprecos co-authored "The Numa Files" with Clive Cussler, is releasing for the first time in digital format "Cool Blue Tomb" available since March 20th. - March 22, 2012 - Suspense Publishing
Author Alonda Thomas Encourages Parents to Have "The Talk" in Debut Book "It's Okay To Wait"
New book highlights a father/daughter conversation on sex, love and relationships. - March 21, 2012 - Alonda Thomas Public Relations
Kersten L. Kelly Explores Economic Theory, Pop Culture, & Social Trends in New Book
Follow the Founder of Talisman Book Publishing LLC, author Kersten L. Kelly, in her newest publication that dissects current events and products using economic theory as an explanatory guide to the ordinary world we live in. Author Kersten L. Kelly dives deep into how pop culture, history, and... - March 21, 2012 - Talisman Book Publishing LLC
Masters Review Authors Selected
The top ten authors to be published in the 2012 Edition of The Masters Review were selected this week. These ten authors were chosen as the best fiction and narrative nonfiction writers currently enrolled in a graduate-level creative writing program. They represent the best emerging talent in the field. - March 21, 2012 - The Masters Review
Two Eras...Superimposed: Brooklyn Revisited Published by Outskirts Press
Brooklyn is in Gloria Golden’s blood. Its essence is also in this rich collection of her black and white photographs of Brooklyn neighborhoods, street corners and inhabitants which breathe with the life of the classic and the revitalized borough. - March 21, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Return of the British Detectives: Parrot & Sweeney Published by Outskirts Press
Alan Roberts’ new trilogy of complex murder mysteries features plots that are delightfully surprising and humor that is eccentrically British set within a pithy film noir atmosphere that hints at far more than what lurks in just the surface shadows. - March 21, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Cult Cautions: The Cult Worship and the Warriors Published by Outskirts Press
Maria Sanctissima Trinidad cautions readers about the dangers of cults and cult leaders by telling her own dramatic story of enlisting as a “warrior” in a Christian group with a leader bent on subduing members with her own proclaimed “divinity.” - March 21, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
No Chance for the Children: Downside Road Published by Outskirts Press
Novelist Jerry Turner presents a gritty saga of the demise of a family headed by a former Army captain in WWII who never recovers from shell shock or from his failure to save a young girl in the Resistance when the prison they are in is bombed. - March 21, 2012 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Celebrate World Water Day: Funny Ebook Benefits International Clean Water and Sanitation Efforts
The humor essay ebook, Flush This Book: True Tales of Bodily Malfunctions, is available for 99 cents from all major ebook retailers. A portion of the proceeds benefit the World Toilet Organization (WTO) and DefeatDD, two international nonprofits dedicated to improving global health and sanitation conditions. - March 21, 2012 - Flush This Book
Pulse Presents Preacher's Kids: Secrets & Salvation, by Keleigh Crigler Hadley
A heartrending tale of learning to overcome the worst of personal tragedy. - March 21, 2012 - Pulse
MPPublishing Releases Elisabet Holm's "How to Get Your Book Published Without an Agent"
Looking for a publisher or unsure how to write a professional query letter, book synopsis or book marketing plan, get all the answers from "How to Get Your Book Published Without an Agent. A Complete Guide for Finding a Publisher and Writing a Successful Manuscript Submission Packet." - March 20, 2012 - MPPublishing
The Dutch: Prelude to Their Golden Age: A Historical Novel by Richard Schultz Released at Eternal Press
In the Sixteenth century the Dutch people established the right of a people to govern themselves, by challenging the Divine Right of a King to rule a nation. It was the most radical revolutionary idea of its day. The eighty year war that followed was the prime precursor to the American Revolution two hundred later. This novel, by Richard Schultz, is the story of that evolution. - March 17, 2012 - Caliburn Press LLC
JFK Novelist Secretly Thrilled to Receive Hate Mail
A spokesperson from Ursa Minor Publishing has revealed that JFK Novelist L.D.C. Fitzgerald secretly delights in receiving hate mail from fans. Fitzgerald is the author of thriller, “Destination Dealey: Countdown to the Kennedy Conspiracy,” a fictional account of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. - March 17, 2012 - Ursa Minor Publishing
"Swedish Death Metal" Book: French Translation Available
Daniel Ekeroth's mammoth landmark history Swedish Death Metal is now available in an 824-page French translation from Paris-based publisher Camion Blanc. Published in English by Bazillion Points Books in July 2008, the ultimate blow-by-blow account of Sweden's legendary death metal underground has... - March 17, 2012 - Bazillion Points
Arizona Author to Celebrate New Book Launch March 29th; New Fantasy Novel Offers Twist on Hero’s Journey
Brick Cave Books, the publishing imprint of Brick Cave Media, is proud to announce the release of The Healer’s Legacy, a fantasy novel by author Sharon Skinner, on March 29th, 2012. In celebration of the new book, a launch part will be held at Lo Fi Coffee, 105 W Main St., Mesa, AZ at 7pm on... - March 17, 2012 - Brick Cave media
Power Publisher’s New Release – When Mala Was a Kid by Malvika Yash Dekhane: Stories of One and All
Having more than 25 books published in Marathi and English for grownups and children, Malvika Yash Dekhane, has recently written a story book, named When Mala was a Kid. Though meant for children, there has been, in no way, a childish treatment in the narrative. - March 17, 2012 - Power Publishers
Power Publisher’s New Release – CrackedPots by Suresh Kumar: Fragments of Truth and Imagination
An MBA graduate and a Management consultant, Suresh Kumar, has an inner eye to analyze events he undergoes, or comes to know. In his new book, CrackedPots, he takes a brisk glance around his familiar world, and finds out some meditative observations. - March 17, 2012 - Power Publishers
Power Publisher’s New Release – Emotions by Anil Sinha
A senior manager in SAIL, RSP, and an engineer by profession, Anil Sinha, is out and out a man of emotive expression. After defeating cancer, he is giving expression to his erstwhile stored thoughts through his new book, Emotion. - March 17, 2012 - Power Publishers
"The Libyad," Novel Adapted by StagePeaks for the Theatre
Adaptation of the 1999 novel for the legitimate stage by StagePeaks, to be titled "The Prince of Libya." - March 15, 2012 - StagePeaks
Black Rose Writing Presents The Audubon Caper by R. Murry
“Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.” —J.D. Harrison, FBI Agent, paraphrasing President J.F. Kennedy, recruiting Roy to join them in their fight against a crime syndicate. - March 15, 2012 - Black Rose Writing
Black Rose Writing Presents Reborn by J.K. Miller
“Every now and again an anomaly is born – an enigma, a theorist…a genius. They are born with the sole purpose of changing the course of history.” —from Reborn. - March 15, 2012 - Black Rose Writing
Ash Krafton's Debut Novel Adds Egyptian Twist to Demivampire Lore
Bleeding Hearts: Book One of the Demimonde is a contemporary paranormal tale about a woman who finds herself inextricably submerged in a world of demivampires, Weres, and mystical oracles. - March 15, 2012 - Pink Narcissus Press
Alice Osborn Launches Her New Poetry Collection, After the Steaming Stops in Downtown Raleigh, NC
Alice Osborn is a businesswoman/poet who helps authors become business people. Her business has grown in this down economy and she is proud to announce the launch of her third book of poetry, After the Steaming Stops, just in time for National Poetry Month in April. - March 15, 2012 - Alice Osborn, Write from the Inside Out
Controversial Paparazzi Book Featured at One of the Top 10 Best Italian Restaurants Inside the Sheraton Gateway LAX Hotel
Henry Flores, Co-owner of Buzz Foto, LLC, the Los Angeles-based paparazzi photo agency known for featuring their iconic paparazzi imagery of top stars, including Lindsay Lohan, Kim Kardashian, and Paris Hilton in magazines, newspapers and blogs around the world, announces the release of his first... - March 15, 2012 - Buzz Foto, LLC
Savant Books Releases David B. Seaburn's Novel "Charlie No Face" in Multi-eBook Formats
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, announces the release of David B. Seaburn's coming-of-age novel, "Charlie No Face," in multiple eBook formats. - March 14, 2012 - Savant Books and Publications LLC