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Advocate USA Publishing's Christian Living Writer Reece Manley Donates Proceeds to Feed 400 Families
Spirit Thinking and Crossing Twice Shows Spirituality Expertise Requires Compassion First - December 09, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Paralyzed Poet Makes Good Fighting Paralysis and Domestic Violence
"Simple Thoughts" is a collection of 30 poems written by a quadriplegic named Larry Muncy. - December 09, 2009 - Larry Muncy
Timely, Award-Winning Novel Offers Women of All Ages Much-Needed Perspective on Reaching Out for Help in the Face of Life-Changing Events
Kelso Books announces awarding-winning novel. The story is a celebration of fresh hopes, second chances, and the anything-but-simple art of relationships. - December 09, 2009 - Kelso Books
New Crime/Thriller Delves Into Secret World of CIA
Author Denise Robbins delves into the secret world of the CIA and black sites in her latest novel Connect the Dots. Release date: Dec. 15. - December 09, 2009 - Denise Robbins
Mystery-Thriller Spam & Eggs Selected as a Top-10 Book for the Holidays
The mystery-thriller Spam & Eggs: A Johnny Denovo Mystery has been selected by IndieReader.com and More.com as one of the Top 10 Books for the Holiday Season. Reviewers have called Spam & Eggs “a masterpiece of deductive challenge, engrossing reading, and engaging... - December 08, 2009 - Andrew Kent
America's Most Trusted Dad Officially Approves Your Legacy of Love
Armin Brott, America’s Most Trusted Dad awards Live Consciously Publishing’s latest title, Your Legacy of Love: Realize the Gift in Goodbye his coveted Seal of Approval in the 2009/2010 Holiday Awards Category. Live Consciously Publishing received substantial industry recognition for its first book, Your Legacy of Love: Realize the Gift in Goodbye, by British Grief Expert, Gemini Adams when it became an Award-Winning Finalist in the 2009 National Best Book Awards last month. - December 08, 2009 - Live Consciously Publishing
Author, Montré Bible Explores the World of Dark Angels
Acclaimed author of the Heaven Sent Series, Montré Bible, writes his third novel about the fallen angels. - December 08, 2009 - Montre Bible
Vendera Publishing Launches Three-Book Vocal Training System from Glass Shattering Vocal Coach/Author, Jaime Vendera
Vocal coach to the stars Jaime Vendera releases three-book vocal training system, revealing his methods for increasing vocal range & power, and secrets to shattering glass. - December 07, 2009 - Vendera Publishing
Carlee's Visit from the Bubba Fairy - A One of a Kind Children's Picture Book by Laurie Fahy, is Available Now at carleesbooks.com
In her latest work, Fahy leads toddlers into a fantasy, preparing them to get rid of their bottles. - December 07, 2009 - Carleesbooks.com
Who Wanted to be a Rock Star? DeFever Publishing Brings Music to the Masses with a New Instructional Music Book "No Drumset Required - Your First Drum Lessons"
DeFever Publishing announces release of a new instructional music series that will literally tap the heat beat of America. "No Drumset Required~Your First Drum Lessons" is for everyone who ever dreamed of being a rock star. Kids who think they want to play drums and the adults who always wanted to, this book is the solution. Available now on paperback, online download and newly popular Kindle e-book at www.defever.com/nodrums/. - December 07, 2009 - DeFever Publishing
North Carolina Author Jon Batson Writes "Research Triangle" During NaNoWriMo Contest
"Research Triangle", a fact-based fiction conspiracy thriller by Jon Batson was written during National Novel Writing Month-NaNoWriMo. The challenge–write a 50,000-word novel, from scratch in November. - December 07, 2009 - Jon Batson
Just Published: "White King Rising" by Lee Kessler Pits Two Friends and Ex-CIA Agent Against Master Terrorist
Lee Kessler’s “White King Rising” is an entertaining master blend of suspense and drama with real life terrorist adversaries and unpredictable consequences. - December 07, 2009 - Lee Kessler
Cullen Bunn & Shawn Lee Get Medieval with “Raze,” New Dark Fantasy Series
The writing duo will produce original prose and graphic novel properties for Evileye Books. - December 07, 2009 - Evileye Books
Thornock International Announces That Their Newest Author's Debut Novel Has Been Featured as Book of the Month by AllBooks Review
Beyond the Map's Boundary, a creative, new fantasy novel that just appeared on the scene two weeks ago in ebook format, was selected as the featured book of the month at AllBooks Review and given a 5 (out of 5) star recommendation. - December 07, 2009 - Thornock International Productions, Inc.
Literary Publicist Victor Gulotta, of Gulotta Communications, Inc., is Awarded PR Contract for New Barney Frank Biography
Boston-area book promotion specialist Victor Gulotta, of Gulotta Communications, Inc., is retained to promote Stuart E. Weisberg's new biography of Congressman Barney Frank. - December 07, 2009 - Gulotta Communications, Inc.
Celebration of Gaia’s Very Own Paint Brush, Zenjo Press Debuts with a Colorful Splash
A 24-Month calendar features 84 images of Costa Rica's magical flora and fauna. - December 07, 2009 - Zenjo Press
Dónal Óg Cusack Wins Williamhill.com Irish Sports Book of the Year
Dónal Óg Cusack’s autobiography “Come What May” has won the 2009 williamhill.com Irish Sports book of the year. Cusack's book which talks about his sports career, his battles with the GAA, his sexuality and his personal life beat off competition from Damian Lawlor’s “Working on a Dream” and Kieran Shannon’s “Hanging from the Rafters” to win the coveted prize. - December 06, 2009 - williamhill.com
Rock 'N' Roll Soldier Nominated for Cybil Award
Vietnam memoir Rock 'N' Roll Soldier (HarperTeen) by Dean Ellis Kohler with Susan VanHecke, foreword by Graham Nash, nominated for a Children's and Young Adult Bloggers' Literary Award for Best Nonfiction of 2009. - December 05, 2009 - Dean Kohler
South Carolina Author Sam Morton Signs New Novel, Betrayed: From the Austin Files
Novelist to sign copies of new young adult thriller as part of AuthorFest in Rock Hill, South Carolina. - December 05, 2009 - Sam Morton's Books
Boryanabooks Takes a Detour to Las Vegas
This month, Boryanabooks leaves aside big ponderous issues like Obama, Afghanistan, Palin and the like and takes an odd sidetrip to Las Vegas. Lionel Rolfe, the author of Presidents & Near Presidents I Have Known, and seven other books, including such titles as Literary L.A. and The Uncommon... - December 05, 2009 - Boryanabooks.com
Twilight Fans to Get Discount Autographed Copies of New Vampire Novel, Silentheart by Roberta Hoffer
Vampire author, Roberta Hoffer offers fans of Twilight: New Moon a discount on autographed copies of her new book Silentheart. - December 04, 2009 - MME Public Relations
Author Kimberley Linstruth-Beckom is Releasing Her Third Health Book on the Disease Fibromyalgia Entitled "Fibro and Fabulous the Book" Early This Month
Kimberley Linstruth-Beckom inspires readers who suffer from Fibromyalgia by showing them that they can still be fabulous despite their condition. The book is a spin off from the popular blog, entitled “Fibro and Fabulous” and is scheduled for release early this month. Kimberley was... - December 04, 2009 - Kimberley Linstruth-Beckom
Catch Catzilla Productions' Interview with Author Eliza Locke
An in-depth interview with writer, Eliza Locke, where she discusses her new book, "Kissing In Iceland," now available on Amazon.com, Lulu.com, and at various booksellers around the U.S. You may access the interview with the following link from the Catzilla Productions' website (www.catzillaproductions.com) by copying and pasting it into your address bar (URL): http://www.catzillaproductions.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=11:elizalockereview&catid=2:reviews&Itemid=5 - December 04, 2009 - Eliza Locke.com
Author of In Search of Monsters Revolutionizes Traditional Publishing Industry Through Use of New Media
Project on Kickstarter.com allows author of short story collection to reach new readership and develop fan base by establishing a connection with followers. - December 04, 2009 - Josh Covington
Back in Print: Optimism: The Lesson of Ages, a Timeless Book of Spirituality and Inspiration by Benjamin Paul Blood
Eirini Press - releases reprint of seminal spiritual voice from 1860... - December 04, 2009 - Eirini Press
Kissing in Iceland - the New Book by Eliza Locke is Available Now
In her latest work, Locke carefully leads us through "a wilderness of white-hot love, sensual fervor, betrayal, and loss" as we travel from one physical location to the next. - December 04, 2009 - Eliza Locke.com
Even in Challenging Economic Times - This Generation X’er is Not Afraid
How a Generation X’er is turning a Challenging Economy into an Opportunity to provide Hope and Inspiration. - December 04, 2009 - The Creator in You
Art of The Lauren Siblings Picturebook Available Now
The amazing artworks of 3 talented children are published nationwide this winter in "Art of The Lauren Siblings" in all major book and retail stores. - December 03, 2009 - The Lauren Siblings
Available Now: Five Thin Slices of Truth, Author Adolphus Herndon Makes His Literary Debut
New Author Adolphus Herndon brings fresh new take on cutting issues in his newly published book, Five Thin Slices of Truth. The book is a collection of short stories about spirituality, sexuality, identity issues, racism and patriotism. - December 03, 2009 - Adolphus Herndon
Book Signing for Nikos Ligidakis at New Vision Spiritual Center in Scottsdale, AZ
Award winning Author for Published Non-Fiction to Appear at New Vision Spiritual Growth Center. - December 03, 2009 - Inkwell Productions, Inc
New Book Explores Science Linking Smoking to Disease. Numerous Health Benefits Withheld from Public.
Smoke Screens: The Truth About Tobacco is a new, objectively researched book with no ties to the tobacco industry. Exploring the chemical additives in tobacco, social class and smoking habits, detection bias, cancer, asthma, emphysema, heart disease, low birth weight, government health warnings, benefits of smoking, pharmaceutical involvement and much more, this book is a must read. - December 03, 2009 - Smoke Screens
The Index, Book 1: Mages
An engaging, new science fiction series puts a new view on known subjects and asks questions within the action and adventure. - December 03, 2009 - The Index Series
2012 Paranormal Detective Mystery Thriller - Book 1 of Four in an Epic Series
In Black Road 2012, ex private eye Jack Vane finds himself wanted for the murders of his wife and unborn twins. He learns he is somehow at the center of a sinister global conspiracy, and being hunted by dark forces from this world and another--forces hell-bent on using a terrible secret to enslave Earth and all of Humanity. - December 02, 2009 - Black Road 2012 - book
New Paranormal Romance Dark of kNight Gives New Life to a Popular Genre
Target readers ages 17-40. Mitchell chose a popular genre and breaths new life in to the world of shapeshifters as she takes the readers on a journey of thrills, suspense, mystery and sensual romance in her first novel Dark of kNight. Packed full of page turning suspense, readers will not want to... - December 02, 2009 - Dark of kNight Series Books
Breakthrough New Author Tre` Publishes Draco's Awakening Through Lulu Publishing and is Now Available on lulu.com
Draco's Awakening is literary catnip for readers. It is an epic vampire fantasy tale! We have never understood the vampire, and breakthrough new author Tre` shows us why. Buy it now on www.lulu.com. - December 02, 2009 - Tre`
Book Chronicles Life of West Texas Rancher Turned Outlaw on the Run
Guilty...But Not As Charged, by Ed Walker, Helen Wilkerson & Marilyn Read - December 02, 2009 - Rogers Publishing & Consulting, Inc.
“What Women Need to Know…But Don’t Want to Hear” by Dedan Tolbert
Available on Valentine's Day - December 02, 2009 - The Dedan Tolbert Show
Pump Up Your Book Announces 12 Days of Christmas Virtual Book Tour ‘09
Announcement of Pump Up Your Book Promotion’s The 12 Days of Christmas Virtual Book Tour ’09 featuring 28 authors in a variety of genres. - December 02, 2009 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
Local Author Hueina Su Announces Book Launch and Networking Party
The Nurturer’s Coach Hueina Su, President of Denville, NJ-based Beyond Horizon Coaching will host the official launch party of her book, “Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Souls: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others” on Wednesday, December 9 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Sogo Hibachi and Sushi Lounge, 248 Rt. 46 West in Denville. Su will autograph books bought at the event. - December 02, 2009 - Beyond Horizon Coaching
Roger Federer, Rod Laver, Bud Collins Books Available for the Holidays
Roger Federer, Rod Laver And Tennis History Books Available From New Chapter Press The Roger Federer Story: Quest for Perfection, The Education of a Tennis Player, The Bud Collins History of Tennis and On This Day In Tennis History Are Great Gift Ideas For Tennis Fans Roger Federer, Rod Laver and... - December 02, 2009 - New Chapter Press
Quest to Live Author Publishes First Book on Learning to "Live a Best Life"
New author Carrie Fleharty of Tulsa, Oklahoma has written a wonderful book titled: Quest to Live and www.lulu.com announces the release of the published book Quest to Live by new author Carrie Fleharty from lulu press of Raleigh, N.C. November 23, 2009. Author Carrie Fleharty has taken on the... - December 01, 2009 - Carrie Fleharty
Bare Back Magazine Announces the Release of Its Erotic Fairy Tales Anthology Entitled, Fairy Tales Can Come True
Fairy Tales Can Come True was inspired by the Erotic Fairy Tales Challenge featured on Bare Back Magazine in 2007. Fairy Tales Can Come True was released on November 26, 2008. - December 01, 2009 - Emerging Edge Publishing
Publish America Announces the Release of the Southern Gothic Novel "One Tin Soldier" by Phil Knight
This story is about a time in America that many of the generation that lived through it would as soon forget. It is unfortunate that if we as a society are not aware of our past, we are doomed to repeat that past over and over again. Many of the political and social views portrayed by the characters are based on the views of real people that lived in that era, not just in Alabama. The story just happens to be in a mythical county in Alabama. The story could have been anywhere in America. - November 30, 2009 - Phil Knight
A Boy's Adventurous Summer Comes Face-to-Face with Deadly Evil in New Novel
In Reckoning, a new mystery from Zone Press, a 14-year-old boy's summer vacation is shattered when an innocent campout with buddies erupts into a fight for survival with an escaped murderer. - November 30, 2009 - Rogers Publishing & Consulting, Inc.
Good E-Reader – Launching Their New Website for Electronic Readers Such as the Barnes and Noble Nook and Kindle DX
E-Readers are a new and emerging "must have" accessory that is sweeping the market by storm. - November 30, 2009 - GoodEreaders
The 1718 Project Releases 'Scotch Irish Foodways in America: Recipes from History' by M.M. Drymon
The 1718 Project announces the release of the new book: 'Scotch Irish Foodways in America: Recipes From History' by M.M. Drymon. - November 29, 2009 - The 1718 Project
Norma Jean's Sun; True Story Memoir by American Artist & Author, Kris Allen Courtney
Available for immediate purchase; nationally distributed through Amazon.com, LuLu.com, Google Books & Borders. - November 28, 2009 - Kris Courtney
Black Friday Weekend Book Signing - a People's History of Florida (Circle Books on St. Armands Circle)
Book Signing South Florida Author - Historian Adam Wasserman Sunday November 29th - November 28, 2009 - Adam Wasserman
Public Speaking the Steve Jobs Way: Carmine Gallo's New Book
Give the student, entrepreneur or business professional in your life the gift of inspiration this holiday season. Currently ranked as a bestselling presentation and communications title on Amazon.com, Carmine Gallo's new book, The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience, contains everything the reader needs to captivate, excite and motivate an audience. - November 27, 2009 - Carmine Gallo
Rhoda Wilson Meets Sabirul Islam, a Young Entrepreneur with "The World at His Feet"
In this inspirational interview Rhoda Wilson meets Sabirul Islam, A young entrepreneur since the age of 14; speaker and author of the bestselling book “The World at Your Feet”. He self published at 17 and has sold over 42,500 copies, 19 year old Sabirul Islam encourages young people to... - November 27, 2009 - Rhoda Wilson