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Smashwords Publishes Local Author's Book About the Vietnam War
To commemorate the fortieth anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, author John Podlaski offers the electronic version of his novel, "Cherries," at a 50% discount to the reading public. - May 10, 2010 - John Podlaski
New Author Jim Payne Has Published His First Christian Novel, "To Whom Much Is Given, Much Is Expected," on Lulu.com
Mr. Payne's first novel creation is a fast paced Christian fantasy woven around high school football and a national singing competition. The main character, Lisa Raynor a faith filled 16 year old girl, is bribed by her mother and grandmother. They will help her boyfriend if she participates in their adventure. A journey that will send her into and through Hell itself. - May 10, 2010 - Jim Payne
Hugh Sheppard, Author - Book Release - Title: Aliens Are Pigs!
Man facing middle age discovers Aliens are to blame for aging process. - May 10, 2010 - Hugh Sheppard - Author
Infibeam Extends eBooks Platform with Digitization, Distribution and Print on Demand
Infibeam.com has started an online digital platform to assist authors and publications in the digitization and distribution of their books in different formats. The platform adds another dimension to Infibeam's eBook Reader Pi and its online eBook store. - May 10, 2010 - Infibeam.com
Two New Titles in Spring 2010 for Susan Wingate
Award-winning novelist, Susan Wingate adds two more books, in one season, to her publishing list. - May 08, 2010 - Author Susan Wingate
The Master of Cyber Sutra (a Novel by Victor Paul)
The novel reveals cold brutal Saint Petersburg (Russia) where Malthusian Order is hunting for a magical powered artifact. Here the Master creating a virtual love temple Cyber Sutra is fated to join into this adventure and fulfill an ancient prophecy. - May 08, 2010 - Victor Paul
Mongrel Empire Press Announces 6 New Titles
Mongrel Empire Press announces the publication of six new literary collections. - May 07, 2010 - Mongrel Empire Press
Sanctuary of the Mind: an Integrated Approach to Psychic Reading is the Latest in Psychic Development
Five star Psychic Rhiannon Paille releases her book on Psychic Development which discusses the integrated approach to Psychic Reading. - May 07, 2010 - Psychic Rhiannon Paille
TMM Books Announces the Release of "Three Minutes More" e-Book Edition
Amazing novel now available to virtually all e-readers. - May 07, 2010 - TMM Books
An Intriguing New Book by Author Tab Edwards; Input Sought
Highly-regarded Oxford Hill Press Author, Tab Edwards, is working on an intriguing new book project and is seeking the input of everyday people. - May 07, 2010 - The Oxford Hill Press
In Honor of Staten History Day May 7, Rocky Hollow Press Web Previews Dr. D.I. Kniebocker’s Life’s Work—The Forgotten History Of Staten Island
Rocky Hollow Press (publishers of Peter Pigeon of Snug Harbor) invite you to the literary event of the century, a preview of Dr. D.I. Kniebocker’s life’s work—The Forgotten History of Staten Island. This excerpt is available in a fully downloadable PDF file available at www.rockyhollowpress.com - May 07, 2010 - Rocky Hollow Press
Book Sale Manager Has Been Submitted to the Pepsi Refresh Project
Book Sale Manager is proud to announce their campaign to create awareness about library book sales in the U.S. has been selected to compete in the Pepsi Refresh Everything contest. Refresh everything is a campaign Pepsi started to help fund philanthropic causes. Each month, over 1000 different... - May 07, 2010 - Book Sale Manager
Company Larry Lee Bullard Sr. Publisher Has Released a New Novel Titled: Unloved Into A Killer
The novel is about a young woman that marries the wrong guy and a turn of events occurs. This book has a lot of life's wisdom and lessons that can save you a lot of time and trouble. You can find it at http://www.llbsr.com or http://www.Lulu.com. - May 06, 2010 - Larry Lee Bullard Sr. Publisher
Civil War Soldier Shows Love Can be the Strongest Bond of All in New Novel by Julie Neil, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
A Confederate soldier who refuses to give up on love stars in this romantic novel that spans across time. A chance purchase at an auction 150 years later bring an independent woman and this star-crossed soldier a chance for their own happy endings. - May 06, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Charleston Shi Released the 3rd Book (Rage of the Serpents) of His 11-Book Series, The Quest of the Phoenix
13-Year-Old Charleston Shi Released the 3rd Book of His 11-Book Series, The Quest of the Phoenix Charleston Shi Author of “The Quest of the Phoenix” series Publisher: Dog Ear Publishing Questofphoenix@yahoo.com 317-292-6234 The Quest of the Phoenix, Book Three (Rage of the... - May 06, 2010 - Charleston Shi
RealTime Publishing Are Delighted to Announce the Releases of the Third in a Series of Five Sci-Fi Novels by Author Sam Smith
RealTime Publishing author, Sam Smith, releases "towards the unMaking of Heaven, You Human: the Leander Chronicle." - May 06, 2010 - Ebooks Inc
Wahida Clark Hosts NYC Book Release Party for Newest Title
New York Times Bestselling Author Celebrates Release of Her First Anthology. - May 06, 2010 - Wahida Clark Presents Publishing
Peter Fraser Details His World Traveler’s Adventures in Polynesian Paradise in New Release Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Join the crew of a luxury schooner for a two-week cruise from Hawaii to Tahiti. Find out what life was really like on the high seas. Come to the mountainous islands and to the exotic low atolls of the South Pacific. This is just one part of the adventure that the author shares about his visits with... - May 06, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Tangy, Tongue-in Cheek Approach Taken in Self Help, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated humor and parody book from Monroe, CT author Quentin Smeltzer. - May 06, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book 1012 Natchez by Renowned Storyteller and Author Njoki Mcelroy Ph.D
In 1012 Natchez: A Memoir of Grace, Hardhip and Love, Njoki McElroy recalls growing up in the South in the '30s; coming of age in New Orleans at Xavier University, the only Catholic university founded for blacks in the U.S.; and migrating to Chicago right before the end of World War II. - May 05, 2010 - Njoki McElroy, Ph.D
Pump Up Your Book Promotion Announces May 10 Authors on Tour
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book Promotion's May 2010 Authors on Tour. - May 04, 2010 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Healing After Divorce Celebrates Its First Anniversary
Joanne Lyons, owner of "Healing After Divorce," celebrates the first anniversary of her company. The business provides free support in a virtual environment. The company web site has had visitors from all around the world. It provides blogs, articles and a book. Joanne can be reached for interviews and reviews through the contact page of the web site. For more information and support visit www.healingafterdivorce.com. - May 04, 2010 - Healing After Divorce
Sales of A Golfer's Tail to Support Furkids No-Kill Animal Shelter
Ocelot Atlanta LLC announces that sales of its fun cat golf book, A Golfer's Tail, will benefit Furkids, the largest cage free, no-kill animal shelter in Georgia. Ocelot Atlanta will donate 10 percent of the profits from sales of the book to Furkids. - May 04, 2010 - Ocelot Atlanta LLC
Infinity Publications Presents Urban Fiction Book's Release of Mack's Revenge... All Hell Breaks Loose!
Meet Richard D. McVickers, Aka “Big Mack”...drug dealer from Marion, Indiana-a small town in the Midwest. Just one year out of prison, this aspiring rap artist is a Realtor by day and a gangsta by night. He gets caught up in the sticky web of the streets. Big Mack starts funding this... - May 04, 2010 - Infinity Publications, LLC.
Can't See Forrest Through the Trees? Author Publishes First Poet Tree Book.
Poet Tree has compiled his first collection of more than 100 poems, writing his first volume "Forrever Memories" about Forrest Pettengill's struggle with sexuality and how God helped shape Forrest's mind and soul. The author describes Mr. Pettengill's life during his relationships with both men & women after experiencing child sexual abuse and becoming a survivor. Included with each work, like history, the dates and times are recorded before and after each poem to help decode the past. - May 03, 2010 - Forrest Fyr
New Guide Book, Hiking Nevada’s County High Points, Describes the Adventure, Beauty and Solitude Found on Nevada’s Highest County Summits
In his new guide book, Hiking Nevada’s County High Points, published by Spotted Dog Press, Central Nevada resident and author, Bob Sumner, has put his life-long love of the desert into this historic adventure guidebook. - May 03, 2010 - Spotted Dog Press
Iveagh Lodge Press Announces Release of New Memoir About Controversial Legionaries of Christ and Mexican Founder Marcial Maciel
An Irishman's story of his life in the controversial Legion of Christ and the lessons he learned from the Mexican priest, Marcial Maciel, founder of the Congregation. - May 03, 2010 - Iveagh Lodge Press
How to Grow from Moments of Crisis Revealed in En Aprietos, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published En Aprietos: Supera los obstáculos de la vida by Franklin Cruz. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the self help and meditations category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. - May 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Online Dating Secrets for Women Revealed in New "No-Fear" Guide Published by Outskirts Press
Veteran trainer, facilitator and author Dirk Sayers unveils a commonsense, systematic approach to online dating for women that represents them accurately, attractively and in ways helps them stand out for all the right reasons. - May 03, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book, Salem and the Sphinx Now Available on Lulu.com. Written by Author Jonathan Burton Peters Jr. From Sphinx Friend Books.
A fantasy book written by Jonathan Burton Peters Jr. First book ever written about non-evil sphinxes being bonded up with humans. Very exciting amazing book in all first person view. If you like a real good fantasies you'll love Salem And The Sphinx. - May 02, 2010 - Sphinx Friend Books
Rebecca Dunning, Author of Beetle Hunter, is Pleased to Announce the Release of Her Book: The Real-Life Princess, May 30, 2010
Rebecca Dunning, author of Beetle Hunter, is pleased to announce the release of her book, The Real-Life Princess on May 30, 2010. To find out more please visit: www.rebeccadunning.com. - May 02, 2010 - Awen House Publishing
Gulf Oil Spill and President Obama's Ban on Drilling Makes Children’s Book “Davey and the GOM (Giant Oil Monster)” by James “Bud” Bottoms Extremely Relevant
Today, President Obama halted all offshore oil drilling. This event makes the story told in James "Bud" Bottoms’ children's book “Davey and the GOM (Giant Oil Monster) extremely relevant. With only his shiny little shovel and the power of the sun, Davey fights the Giant Oil Monster to save his sea-living friends and the ocean environment. "Davey and the GOM" is published by Summerland Publishing, whose goal is to publish books to help make the world a better place. www.summerlandpublishing.com - May 02, 2010 - Summerland Publishing
Foster Care Abuse Revealed in What About the Children?, Published by Outskirts Press
Author Dianne Nelson uses her own experience raising and caring for a previously abused foster child in order to shed light on America’s foster care system and inspire others to help fix it. - May 01, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Kind and Perky Duck Stars in Fluffy’s Very Special Christmas, Published by Outskirts Press
Australian author Stacey Cole’s first book in her “Fluffy” series tells young readers of the generous Christmas spirit of Fluffy, the happiest duck in the world. - May 01, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Crime Novel, "The Key of Solomon," Predicts Rise of Cults in America
An epic crime thriller, "The Key of Solomon," by Howard F. Clarke depicts the rise of a powerful cult in a near-future America fractured by moral decay and its obsession with political correctness. - May 01, 2010 - howardfclarke.com
Writers Masterclass Launched by International Association of Conscious and Creative Writers (IACCW)
Julia McCutchen and Nick Williams launch the IACCW's Discover Your Authentic Voice Online Masterclass. - May 01, 2010 - Julia McCutchen
Book Release by Noted Author Barbara Sinor, Ph.D. “Tales of Addiction and Inspiration for Recovery”
Dr. Sinor's newest addiction recovery book is filled with a potent look into our nation's addiction population. Over twenty true life addiction stories by ordinary people struggling to stay on their recovery paths fill the pages with both pain and struggle, and spiritual insight. - April 30, 2010 - Dr. Barbara Sinor
Clark Hatch: Fitness Ambassador to Asia
In his new autobiography, successful fitness entrepreneur Clark Hatch tells how he expanded his first Tokyo gym into more than 120 state-of-the-art fitness centers in 14 Asian countries and around the world. - April 30, 2010 - Clark Hatch International
A Straight Forward New Guide for Women Who Are Fed Up with Seeking Love and Relationships
"Women Get The Material Things You Really Want From Men!" now available ISBN 978-1-4401-6688-4 - April 29, 2010 - Women! Get The Material Things You Really Want From Men
The Mom’s Choice Awards® Names Books in Crib Sheets® Series Among Best in Family-Friendly Products
The Mom's Choice Awards® has named two books in the Crib Sheets® parenting series, "Canny Granny: How to Be the Favorite Grandparent" and "Crib Sheets Are You Covered? New Parent Sleep Deprivation Solutions," among the best in family-friendly media, products and services. - April 29, 2010 - Crib Sheets Press
Anti-Aging Expert Dr. Ed Park Releases Full-Color Graphic Novel Maximum Lifespan
In the year 2128, a scientist schemes to re-engineer humanity and escape his own impending death. Can his son stop his father’s quest to recreate man in His own image. Art imitates life in Dr. Ed Park’s newly released Maximum Lifespan. In this fast-paced graphic novel, people live over 160 years due to the invention of a substance that activates telomerase. - April 29, 2010 - Dr. Edward Park
Short Stories and Poems Capture Readers' Hearts in New Release by Berna Deane South, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
In Among the Feathered Warriors, an engaging book of short stories and poems, award-winning author Berna Deane South takes the reader on a journey through the human experience. - April 29, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Outskirts Press Announces The Wildmons of Mississippi: A Story of Christian Dissent, by Author Allen Wildmon
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Wildmons of Mississippi: A Story of Christian Dissent by Allen Wildmon, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 paperback cream in the Adventurers & Explorers category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces One Canoe, Many Paddles, by Author Carol Rogne
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published One Canoe, Many Paddles: Healing and Living Our Spirit by Carol Rogne, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 paperback cream in the Health & Fitness / Healing category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces A Yogini's Autobiography, by Author Gina Kim
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published A Yogini's Autobiography: My Divine Romance with God Vol Two by Gina Kim, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 paperback white in the General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces I Love You, Reuben Meens, by Author Charles H. Ham
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published I Love You, Reuben Meens by Charles H. Ham, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Fiction / Romance / General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Honey Blue, by Author Larry Castillo-Wilson
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Honey Blue by Larry Castillo-Wilson, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Poetry / General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces An African Princess, by Author Mark Casey
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published An African Princess: Deasha's Wild Adventure by Mark Casey, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Juvenile Fiction / Readers / Beginner category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces The Memory Barrel, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Family Life Book from Penn Yan, NY Author DBLorgan
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Memory Barrel by DBLorgan, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Fiction / Family Life category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Life or Death, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Art / General Book from Decatur, GA Author Jeryl Horton
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Life or Death by Jeryl Horton, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Art / General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $19.95. - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.