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America’s Dramatic Role in Global End Game Told in Seeds, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Seed: First in the Seed Trilogy by Thomas Strafford. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback action and adventure fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Drama of Harsh Moroccan Life Shown in Novel Grilled Fish, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Grilled Fish by Abel Azrali. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the biographical fiction category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Elves, Dragons and Magic Inhabit The Carpenter’s Daughter, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Carpenter's Daughter by E. R. Root. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the fiction, fantasy and epic category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The Carpenter's Daughter is... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Macabre Duality of the Mind Explored in Villain, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Villain: A Novel by Billie Dean Shoemate III. The author's most recent book to date is a 6 x 9 paperback in the fiction and horror category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Sound Tips and Tricks Given in A Blue Print for Financial Success, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published A Blue Print For Financial Success: Learn How to Play the Game by M. Showalter. 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 such as Amazon... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Neighbor’s Dark Agenda Craftily Revealed in The Blendings, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Blendings by Debi Irene Wahl. The author's most recent book to date is a 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the fiction and suspense category and is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The webpage at... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Retirees Choose to Vent or to Mentor with Sounding Off!, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Sounding Off! The Retiree's Journal of Wisdom, Advice, Gripes, and Goodbyes to All the Working Stiffs Left Behind by Charlotte Barnes. The author's most recent book to date is an 8.25 x 11 paperback in the business and economics, accounting and financial category... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Conscious Aging, by Author Cynthia Rose Lane
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Conscious Aging: An ABC Book For Seniors And The People Who Love Them by Cynthia Rose Lane, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 8.25 x 11 paperback in the Body, Mind & Spirit / Angels & Spirit Guides category is available worldwide on book... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Allegory in the Esoteric Literature of France, by Author Denise Bonhomme
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Allegory in the Esoteric Literature of France by Denise Bonhomme, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 paperback cream in the Continental European category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - April 29, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
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.
Parkinson's Patient to Donate Book Proceeds to PD Research
Bill Schmalfeldt was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at age 45 in 2000. In 2007 he underwent experimental brain surgery as part of a clinical trial at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He wrote a book about the experience and will donate the author's proceeds to PD research efforts. - April 28, 2010 - My Parkinson's Diary
A New International Book Fest is Scheduled by Harambee Conference with a Common Ground Theme
The 1st Annual Common Ground International Book Fest 2010 will celebrate books, scholarship, and a diversity of communities on Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Shepherd University, Eastern Panhandle, WV. - April 28, 2010 - Harambee Conference, LLC.
Cyber War Between U.S. and China Launched in Tip of the Spear, Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated fiction, action and adventure book from Muskegon, MI author S.D. Hatfield. - April 28, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Starship Crew Embarks on a Space Odyssey to Colonize a Distant, Enigmatic World in New Release by Mel Highline, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Five hundred years have passed since a man first took that one small step on the moon. Now the human race is ready for the next giant leap. The starship, ESC-1, the most ambitious and costly project ever undertaken, begins its historic journey to a world far beyond the boundaries of the Solar... - April 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Inspirational Stories from Earthly Plane, Spiritual World Featured in New Book by Virginia Ozue Seibert, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
In Nurturing Journeys from Both Sides of the Veil, the author uses her storytelling skills to share true stories from her own experiences on “this side of the veil,” as well as stories shared by those who have already gone “beyond the veil.” - April 28, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Move Into Action Invites Readers to Pick Brain in New Book
Move Into Action announces the release of another highly anticipated book, Here’s Your Chance To Pick My Brain. On Monday, April 26, 2010 readers will gain access to this insightful and hilarious compilation of social media feeds from the mind of Christine Pechstein, an authentic life management professional, single mother, and Christian woman living in an insanely demanding world. - April 28, 2010 - Move Into Action
Glow-in-the-Dark Radio Comics Releases "Vatican Assassin" 2
The Second Issue of the Science Fiction Comic Book Adventure by Mike Luoma and Cristian Navarro comes out this Wednesday, April 28th. - April 27, 2010 - Michael Luoma
Author Stephen D. Matthews Will be Doing a Book Signing for Too True For Lies: A Child's Story
Author Stephen D. Matthews will be doing a book signing for Too True For Lies: A Child's Story. There is a buzz happening about this book. This book is becoming a conversational topic. - April 27, 2010 - Stephen D. Matthews
Author Hueina Su Launches New Bestseller Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul
Author Hueina Su’s newly released book, Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others, achieved bestseller status on April 22, 2010. - April 27, 2010 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Minstrel’s Alley Book, The Guys Who Spied for China, on Apple's iPad
“The Guys Who Spied for China,” by Gordon Basichis has just been released on the Apple iPad. The novel is based on his real life experiences uncovering Chinese Espionage Networks operating in the United States in the eighties and nineties. The book is now a quarter finalist in Amazon's Breakthrough Novel competition. - April 27, 2010 - Minstrelsalley.com
A Survivor of Alcohol and Prison Writes His First Book on How He Conquered His Demons to Achieve a Life of Sobriety and Peace
Still Singing, Somehow will make you laugh, cry or maybe even angry at times. It is about one man’s life as he fights through alcoholism, prison, traveling all around the world, married life and finally peace at the end. It is stranger than fiction; this book will take you beyond your... - April 25, 2010 - Still Singing Somehow
Catch Author Eliza Locke on "Full of Crow" Radio This Sunday, April 25th, at 10:00 P.M. EST
Author Eliza Locke will be reading selections from her latest book, "Kissing In Iceland" on "Full of Crow" Radio with host Lynn Alexander on Sunday, April 25. - April 25, 2010 - Eliza Locke.com
A Serial Killer’s Final Murder; One Woman Must Stop ‘the Ghost’ from Killing Her Daughter in Akoa’s Psychological Thriller
Author Benoit Akoa gives readers a gripping thriller in his new book. Instant Messenger tells the story of a woman’s struggle to keep a psychopathic killer from killing her own daughter. - April 25, 2010 - Benoit Akoa
Kaitlyn Jones Returns in an All New Book
Author Kathleen J. Shields publishes second book of a series: “Kaitlyn Jones Surviving Death” Action, Romance, Mystery novel brings back the feisty Kaitlyn Jones for 500+ pages of excitement for readers young and old. - April 25, 2010 - Kathleens Books
Wolves' Creek by JJ Patton
A book of serial short stories by author JJ Patton. - April 24, 2010 - JJ Patton
Santosh Kalwar's Tenth Book, Entitled "You Can," Published by Lulu.com
In his new book with very interesting title, "You Can," a young Nepalese poet from Chitwan, Nepal promises scintillating encouragement and motivation in his book, a collection of several inspiring poems. - April 24, 2010 - Santosh Kalwar
Local Author Joe Sergi Signing Sky Girl and the Superheroic Legacy at the 5th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
Mr. Sergi will be reading and signing copies of his new young adult novel, Sky Girl and The Superheroic Legacy, at the 5th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival held this Sunday, April 25, from 11am to 4pm on Howard Avenue in historic Old Town Kensington, Maryland. - April 24, 2010 - Joe Sergi
Kurokoneko Kamen Has Just Released an Anime-Style, Young Adult, Fantasy Novel Featuring Manga-Style Illustrations; Now Available
Bitch Heiress X Samurai Butler is the story of a Tokyo heiress named Kusanagi Kimamura whose greedy relatives and even the yakuza are after her life on a daily basis. Due to this threat her Grandfather hires her a Samurai Butler bodyguard. Ranmaru is a stoic man with a dark past and Kusanagi is a... - April 23, 2010 - KuroKoneko Kamen
New Release by Joy Miller Tells Story of Musician Finding the Perfect Girl But Suffering Post-Traumatic Stress After a Disfiguring Crash; Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Love on a Carousel by author and musician Joy Miller is a love story about two people who find the ultimate connection--one of the mind--and who find love while working through their own demons. The book has a 12-song soundtrack CD available of music written and performed by Miller. - April 23, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Novel Published by Dog Ear Publishing Melds Time Travel, Historical Fiction, Book by Constance C. Castleberry
The Gateway takes readers on a thrilling journey as Jane experiences the true trip of a lifetime - traveling back in time. As she meets people from her own history – and changes theirs – she realizes that time is not the constant she thought it was. - April 23, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Leopold Szor's New Release is Compelling Dramas Exploring the Plight of Jews in Poland During the Holocaust, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
The year is 1942 and the world around you has come undone. You and everyone you know – parents, friends, neighbors – are hunted down and exterminated like vermin. What would you be willing to do to survive? Holocaust survivor Leopold Szor found a novel way to deal with the ghosts and memories: Read every work of fact or fiction based in that dark period and write plays to explore human emotion. - April 23, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Barbara Hunt's New Novel About Life in Small Town Alaska Features Mystery, Intrigue; Published by Dog Ear Publishing
When the body of a young woman, covered with red welts and lying in the fetal position, is discovered in the Alaskan wilderness, it appears she is a victim of Mother Nature. But after she is found to be HIV positive, Dr. Colin Sperling feels it best to keep the case under wraps until more is known. - April 22, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
RealTime Publishing are Delighted to Announce the Release of an Inspirational Memoir by Togolese Author, Kofi Sonokpon
RealTime Publishing author, Kofi Sonokpon, releases an Inspirational novel, The Impossible Flight. - April 22, 2010 - Ebooks Inc
A Collection of Poetry Reflecting Traditional Values, Life’s Joys and Sorrows is Released by Ashley Goldsworthy, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Idle Moments, Some Personal Reflections is the result of years of jotting down thoughts and poems in airports and planes while Ashley Goldsworthy was traveling on business. The subject matter ranges from the mundane to the arcane. Throughout these poems we see a portrait of a man dedicated to traditional values, family, marriage and a reverence for God. - April 22, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Kidpreneurs Wins Gold
Serial entrepreneurs and constant advocates for the fostering of intelligent young minds, the Toren brothers have done something unique with "Kidpreneurs," by outlining the basic tools and strategies adults use to groom their businesses in a simple, straightforward manner that will allow any child to easily understand. - April 21, 2010 - Matthew Toren and Adam Toren
"The Mystery of the Silver Statue": Just Released by New Start-Up Publisher, Radiant Hen Publishing
The mission of Radiant Hen, LC3 is to publish books for children and adults alike. Radiant Hen was formed by educators and artists already trying to make a difference in schools or other organizations. However, working within these settings often meant arts and philanthropy had to take a back seat to regulations and standards that have little to do with real-world success and happiness. It was time for Radiant Hen to put philanthropy and the arts first and to make a difference in a new way. - April 21, 2010 - Radiant Hen Publishing
Iranian-American Author, Fred Kashani, Has Published His Second Novel – Hero Pizza
Iranian-American author, Fred Kashani, has published his second novel – Hero Pizza. The novel is loosely based on his upbringing in Los Angeles, California. “The novel is a lighthearted look at my experience of coming of age in California during the aftermath of the Iranian Hostage... - April 21, 2010 - Fred Kashani
Mythical Memoir Explores Life, Religion and the Modern Altered State; New Book by Daxx Danzig is Published by Dog Ear Publishing
This book, a memoir loosely based on the life of fictional character Daxx Danzig, is the story of a narcissistic, egotistical hypochondriac and how he overcomes severe panic disorder to find God, peace and partial sanity. Take a trip through the mind of this near genius, starting with his first... - April 21, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Wall Street Thriller by Peter Hoffman Spins Tale of Intrigue and Desire, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Rising Wall Street attorney Jack Preston never knew what hit him when he met and became involved with Alice Mercer, a French industrial spy trained in the womanly arts by the finest madam in Hanoi. But will his involvement with this siren threaten his marriage to his sweetheart, an innocent... - April 21, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Release by Dog Ear Publishing Tells Stories of the Ordinary and the Extraordinary - Book by Lupe Mirelez
Of Moments and Miracles by Lupe Mirelez brings to life the stories of seven people and their impact on the author’s life, capturing the strength and resiliency of the human spirit as it struggles to overcome tremendous adversity. - April 21, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Pradee, a New Young Adult Fantasy Fiction Novel by Clarissa Johal
Clarissa Johal has written a young adult fantasy centered within a world divided by different races and belief systems. Pradee is a novel which will lead the reader into regions of otherworldly creatures and adventure. A world where friendships are tested and different cultures explored. - April 21, 2010 - Clarissa Johal
Dog Ear Publishing Releases Collection of Poetry, Describes Dark Visions and Despair But Ends with Message of Hope by Miguel Garcia
In this new release, Miguel Garcia presents a collection of poetry about his struggle with dark and terrible visions. "Dancing with Demons" is a testimony to one man’s courageous battle with the dark side and how faith in a higher power can conquer evil. - April 21, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Earnshaw Books Publishes ‘Stateless in Shanghai’
A unique foreign glimpse into the birth of Communist China. - April 21, 2010 - Earnshaw Books
New Book Helps Companies Find "Perfect Phrases for Writing Company Announcements"
"Perfect Phrases for Writing Company Announcements," by Linda Eve Diamond (Hollywood, FL) and Harriet Diamond (Atlantic City, NJ), is the latest in McGraw-Hill's "Perfect Phrases" series, offering hundreds of phrases for company announcements that stand out among the millions of messages that pass by our eyes each day. These company announcements are perfect for businesses large and small, and the book includes a special chapter for non-profits. - April 20, 2010 - Linda Eve Diamond, Ink
Al Dickens Release Inspirational Title Under Wahida Clark Presents Publishing
Uncle Yah Yah Serves to Inspire and Motivate the Next Generation - April 20, 2010 - Wahida Clark Presents Publishing
Lee Kessler Author of "White King Rising" Takes Book Tour Coast to Coast
Fans and readers of actress and author Lee Kessler’s novels, “White King and the Doctor” and “White King Rising” get up close and personal at a series of stops across America. - April 20, 2010 - Lee Kessler
Enjoy a Slice of Pie with Some Coffee as You Sit Down with This Contemporary Work of Fiction from First Time Author Katherine Kelly
A Slice of Pie is a work of fiction written by Katherine Kelly. It is being distributed through lulu.com. - April 20, 2010 - A Slice of Pie
The 99th Match is Awarded Apex Reviews’ Highest Five Star Rating for Its Compelling Narrative and Relevance to Wrestling Today’s Challenges
Apex Reviews awarded The 99th Match its highest five star rating while its author recently met with more than fourteen hundred students at Brentwood High School where the story takes place to discuss career topics and wrestling with real life. - April 19, 2010 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Georgia Author Taps Into the Spirit of Marietta, GA with the History Press's Haunted Marietta
Haunted Marietta, the new book by the author of Ghost to Coast and owner of the Ghost to Coast website, presents not only accounts of ghostly activity in Marietta, GA, but is a thorough account of the history of the town and an exploration of the nature of the paranormal and its investigation. - April 19, 2010 - Ghost to Coast
New Release by Orlando Martin Brings Undiscovered Details of Kennedy’s Assassination to Light - Published by Dog Ear Publishing
"I disagree with the findings of the Warren Commission, which concluded Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President Kennedy from the Texas School Book Depository using a World War II-vintage 6.5 mm Italian bolt-action rifle." says Orlando Martin, a former Navy Officer. Among the author’s claims: evidence of three shooters in Dallas; different caliber rifles; and a different number of shots. He also sheds light on inconsistencies in Abraham Zapruder’s film of the event - April 19, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing