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After World War III: A New World of Heroes
In his new novel, In Justice's Shadow, Robert Alan unveils a world where humans need more heroes, and far too often, those who would be heroes need more humanity. In the aftermath of a war among super-powered beings, suprahumans and 'mere' humans alike struggle to maintain a wary truce. Caught in the middle is Erik Knight, who is soon forced to show the world how very human true heroism must be. - April 21, 2009 - Robert Alan Books
New Book Release Truth be Told: A Foster Child's Recollection
Currently a doctoral student, Dukes is the author of the just released book, Truth Be Told: A Foster Child’s Recollection (Affluence Publishing), which chronicles her life & experiences growing up in the foster care system.…from her inauspicious birth to a teenage, drug-addicted... - April 21, 2009 - Tashima Dukes
Just Released - An Independent Call by Katherine J. Morrison
An Independent Call, is the amusing story of a New Hampshire Independent and McCain supporter in the 2008 election. Along with a lighter take on the presidential election, An Independent Call gives an insightful look at the political parties, and the media during this two-year long process. - April 21, 2009 - Broad Side of the Barn
Colorado Author Cheri Foster Released the First in a Series of Chilling Romance Novellas Entitled "The Dance"
The Dance, the first in the series, is based on a true story detailing a volatile, yet extremely romantic relationship. - April 21, 2009 - CheriFoster
Self-Publishers Online Conference Takes New "Virtual Expo" Approach
With big book publishing houses laying off and cutting back, more people are interested in self-publishing books. Yet because of the economy, fewer people are willing to travel to book industry conferences to learn about publishing. These trends led organizers to create the first virtual self-publishing conference. Connecting entrepreneurial authors with self-publishing resources, the Self-Publishers Online Conference will be held on May 13, 14, 15, 2009. - April 20, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
To Your Own Self be True – A 21st Century Existential Novel
To Your Own Self Be True - a novel by Ray Melnik, explores life and love from a unique point of view. Blending science and existentialism, it brings you a story that presents a bold but sometimes provocative perspective. To Your Own Self Be True is available now. - April 20, 2009 - Ray Melnik
Bauu Press Celebrates the Publication of Sweet Spot, a Novel on Mazatlan Carnival, Dirty Politics, and Baseball
Director of the Bauu Institute and Press, Dr. Peter N. Jones, celebrates the publication of Sweet Spot, an enthralling tale that mirrors today’s political climate by veteran Mexican journalist Linton Robinson. - April 19, 2009 - Bauu Institute and Press
Blacklist Protocol Released by CogWheel Press
CogWheel Press has released Blacklist Protocol, a Coast Guard Thriller written by acclaimed author, retired Merchant Captain and Port Pilot Alex Clifford. - April 19, 2009 - CogWheel Press
RGC Design Introduces "The Complete Guide to Playground Development," a Comprehensive Guide to Building a Fun, Safe Playground
In his new book, The Complete Guide to Playground Development, author Robert Collins of RGC Design takes readers through the process of building a playground. From design through construction, and every step in between, this book will guide you to your dream playground. Written in a clear and... - April 18, 2009 - RGC Design
Best Selling Author William Cohan to Appear at New York Investing Meetup
Financial blogger Daryl Montgomery will be interviewing prize-winning author William Cohan on May 5th at the New York Investing meetup. The two will be discussing Cohan's recent best-seller, "House of Cards." Mr. Cohan will be signing books after the interview. - April 18, 2009 - New York Investing Meetup
DNAML Announces a Rollout of 31,000 Titles in the DNL eBook Format by the End of August
On the back of a surge in demand for the consumer-friendly and secure DNL eBook format, DNAML is in the process of delivering over 31,000 DNL eBook titles by the end of August this year aimed at the fast growing Netbook market. The DNL eBooks will be available on the soon-to-be launched eBook.com... - April 17, 2009 - DNAML Pty Ltd
Interview with Giulia Melucci, Author of I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti
Giulia Melucci is the author of newly released memoir, I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti. - April 17, 2009 - Laura Reviews
Roto-Rooter Seeks Submissions for Upcoming Book
Roto-Rooter on the Lookout for Strange, Weird and True Plumbing Tales. - April 17, 2009 - Roto-Rooter
Free Contest, New Column & New Page of Panthea Obscura from Mike Luoma
Vermont Author Giving Away Rare Comic in New Column. - April 17, 2009 - Michael Luoma
New Book Shows How to Survive the Current Economic Climate
Author shows how to take advantage of the government. - April 17, 2009 - Code Publishing
Tor Books Announces the April 28, 2009 Launch of Author S.J. Day's New Urban Fantasy Series Releasing Consecutively Over Three Months Starting with Eve of Darkness
Fueled by the economic downturn, the demand for escapist fiction is on the rise. Urban fantasy—fantastical tales set in recognizable milieus—is unquestionably the strongest selling fantasy sub-genre. S.J. Day explodes onto the urban fantasy scene with a thrilling new series. In this modern, inventive take on a classic Biblical tale, formerly agnostic Evangeline finds herself struggling with her new demon-killing job and her two loves—Cain and Abel. - April 16, 2009 - S. J. Day
Beckham Publications Group to Release Kid’s Letters to President Obama
“Dear President Obama: Letters of Hope from Children Across America” Features Hundreds of Letters and Illustrations by Nation’s Youngest Citizens - April 16, 2009 - Beckham Publications Group
Ambience Productions Announces the Release of Dating and Mating: Reading the Body Language Signals
Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated publication of Dating and Mating: Reading the Body Language Signals by author Darren G. Burton and published by Lulu Press. The book is the author's most recent in the Dating / Relationships category and has received worldwide distribution at a... - April 16, 2009 - Darren G. Burton
Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors
Author Lynne Weikart puts a human face on each of New York City’s fiscal crises, analyzes their historical patterns, and compares the tenure of several mayors. This timely book, Follow the Money: Who Controls New York City Mayors, has become an invaluable book for those interested in the... - April 15, 2009 - FollowtheMoneyUS.com
Long Awaited Audio Version of WWII Women Pilots Announced
After a production delay, Bast Press announces the release of the audio version of 'The Woman in the Wing'--a mystery about WWII women pilots and factory workers. - April 15, 2009 - Bast Press
Philadelphia Science Fiction Author to Attend the Third Annual Free Library of Philadelphia Festival
Native Philadelphian Lawrence Johnson Sr, author of the 2012 science fiction novel Escape 2 Earth will be attending the third annual Free Library of Philadelphia Festival. This will mark the first book fair he will be attending of his hometown. - April 15, 2009 - Escape 2 Earth
The Course in Miracles Workbook – Begin Learning a Course in Miracles
The-Course-In-Miracles.com has upgraded with the function that allows visitors to "Get a Course in Miracles Workbook by Email," greatly enhancing delivery of its content. - April 15, 2009 - A Course In Miracles Workbook
Chicago Author Bryan Alaspa Releases "Sin-Eater:Part One" to Bookstores and Online
Celebrated Chicago author Bryan W. Alaspa, has finally released his long-awaited "Sin-Eater: Part One." The story promises to be the first in a long series featuring the titular character. The book is available now online and at stores. - April 15, 2009 - Bryan Alaspa
Hope Goes to Hollywood
Green publisher v is sending Hope to Hollywood. Just in time for Earth Day 2009. - April 14, 2009 - Lollypop Publishing Ltd
Best Christmas Stories - Christmas Stories of All Kinds - Inspirational, Funny, Short, and More
Best-Christmas-Stories.com has managed to cross its 100th story, becoming one of the most popular Christmas stories websites, visited and appreciated by thousands of people every holiday season. - April 14, 2009 - Best Christmas Stories
Seth Kahan Signs Book Deal with Jossey-Bass. Title is "Getting Change Right"
Seth Kahan, Change Specialist, has signed a book deal to write "Getting Change Right: Creating Rapid, Widespread Engagement for New Ideas." The book is due to be published spring, 2010. - April 13, 2009 - Performance Development Group
Spiritual Path Announced Timely New Book Release
A timely and thought-provoking new book release that surpasses the inquisition of "The Secret." Unlock the keys to self-mastery and manifestation through the art of "Mastering the Language of the Universe." - April 12, 2009 - Spiritual Path
Publisher Continues Trend to Let Customers Pay What They Want
Technology allows for greater freedom and marketing ideas in the publishing world. - April 12, 2009 - Code Publishing
Regression, Love and Passivity-New DVD Set from Bestselling Author, John Lee
Passivity is one of the most overlooked, secretive and misdiagnosed issues in psychology today. This video teaches viewers how to come out of emotional regression and passivity and be passionate about their lives so they can discover how to love in an active, mature and emotionally satisfying way. - April 11, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Book Release Announcement by Canadian Publisher
BC-based Canadian publisher, Privilege Solutions Integrated is pleased to announce that its recently published book “You are Privileged, 12 Success Principles to Uncover Your Innermost Potential” by Canadian author Sheila Atienza, is now available in select bookstores worldwide. The... - April 11, 2009 - Privilege Solutions Integrated
Red Lion Studio Announces the Publication of the Second Volume of the Chesapeake Gazetteer
Red Lion Studio announces the publication of the Chesapeake Gazetteer, Volume Two, Lanterns, Brigands and Tea, a full color 75 page illustrated history of legends of the Chesapeake Bay region. - April 11, 2009 - Red Lion Press
Aliens Land at ClydeSight Productions
Watch the skies? No, watch the Web! Aliens have landed at ClydeSight Productions in the form of a new ebook titled "The Wroussara Trilogy - Volume 1 - Star Hopper." - April 10, 2009 - ClydeSight Productions
Book Author Explores the Growth of Christian Faith Through Suffering
Self-published author explains the implications of the current economic woes for strengthening and deepening a Christian’s faith and call to follow the path Christ demonstrated in Calvary in ‘Crossroads of Agony’. - April 10, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Stone Arch Books Publishes Graphic Novels for Beginning Readers
Stone Arch Books, children’s book publisher of fiction graphic novels and chapter books, has published a new graphic novel series for the earliest elementary grade level called My 1st Graphic Novel. The series introduces students in grades K-2 to the graphic novel format and features sports... - April 10, 2009 - Capstone
Emerging Writer Publishes First Book After Seven Years of Good Luck
Australian author Danica-Lea Larcombe spent ten months writing a diary whilst backpacking solo around the world, and has finally published her travel narrative seven years later on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Danica-Lea Larcombe, who at the time was a thirty-five year old... - April 09, 2009 - Danica-Lea Larcombe
New Book for Pregnancy Promotes Non-Toxic, Eco-Friendly Diet
The Green Pregnancy Diet provides up-to-date information about nutritious, chemical-free dietary choices for pregnancy. Included are the fundamentals of a green diet, nutritional guidelines during pregnancy, ideas for removing toxins from the kitchen, and more than 20 vegetarian, organic recipes that use the latest, up-and-coming healthy food products. - April 09, 2009 - The Green Pregnancy Diet
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of The Short Book on Happiness by David Cane
Transform Your Life in 10 Days - April 09, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Depth of Revenge by Richard Golden
“War does not determine who is right–only who is left.” — Bertrand Russell Depth of Revenge by Richard Golden. Israel and Iran faceoff as Britain, France, Russia, and the United States anxiously wait along the sidelines. Iran has not been persuaded to abandon its nuclear... - April 08, 2009 - iUniverse
Unleash Your Communication Super-Powers at the LA Times Festival of Books
Unleash your communication super-powers with Long Beach resident and UCLA Extension’s popular Master Teacher, Pamela Kelly, and UCLA Extension's Writers' Program teacher, Carolyn Howard-Johnson, who are signing their award-winning books for speakers and writers in the Authors’ Co-op Booth at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books on Sunday, April 26, from 3-4pm. - April 08, 2009 - Pamela Kelly Communications
RealTime Publishing Author, Shirley Roe, is Nominated for Both the IPPY and Indie Excellence Awards for Her Latest Novel “The Whittaker Family Reunion”
RealTime Publishing author, Shirley A. Roe, is nominated for both The IPPY Award and the 2009 Indie Excellence Awards. - April 08, 2009 - Ebooks Inc
Xlibris Release Advocates Love for Reading in 100 Ways I Love To Read
Whether you are a kid or an adult, self-published author Amy Klees shows the exciting ways on how to read books. - April 08, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Bestselling Author on a Crusade: He’s Giving Away His New Book for Free
A bestselling author whose 15 books have sold more than 5 million copies is taking an unusual approach with his latest work—he’s on a crusade, giving the book away to help people not only survive America’s economic meltdown, but thrive emotionally and spiritually. - April 07, 2009 - Man in the Mirror
Author Ronald Russell’s Novel “Don Carina” Chosen Semi-Finalist in Amazon Breakthrough Novel Contest
From a field of nearly 10,000 novelists Ronald Russell’s WWII epic “Don Carina” was chosen as a semi-finalist in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award. - April 07, 2009 - DonCarina.com
Release of Book, Pieces of the Quilt: The Mosaic of an African American Family
Announcement of scheduled release of book, Pieces of the Quilt: The Mosaic of An African American family, by Author Anita Wills. - April 07, 2009 - Anita Wills
Romantic-Suspense Author Denise Robbins to Man a Table and Sign Books at NH Writers' Project Conference
Author Denise Robbins will be manning a table and signing copies of her romantic-suspense novel It Happens in Threes at the New Hampshire Writers’ Project conference in Manchester, on Saturday, April 18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - April 06, 2009 - Denise Robbins
New Author Publishes Historical Novel
"Long Horizon" chronicles the dream of intelligent, headstrong Jessica McCarey, who entices her family into the crazy oil boom of 1914 Oklahoma. The saga, covering a forty-year period contains adventure and drama: the heartaches, love and bonds of a hardworking Irish family. - April 06, 2009 - S A Monkress
Sabotaged?
More people perished during the explosion of the Sultana, an 1865 Mississippi Riverboat than on the Titanic, but swallowed by history, controversy still exists if it was an accident or sabotage. - April 06, 2009 - Lauri Robinson
Pittsburgh Writer Publishes the Next Big Spiritual Novel
Holly Christine, a Pittsburgh author, recently published the next big spiritual novel, “The Nine Lives of Clemenza.” - April 05, 2009 - Holly Christine
Press Release of 'The Gloaming' by J. R. LaGreca & Excerpt of Clark Isaccs's Review: Kingman Daily Miner, Lit.Mob, Desert Independent, Daily Blaze, Midwest Book
Announcing the release of J. R. LaGreca’s latest book titled ‘The Gloaming.’ Jody R. LaGreca is the author of three books, ‘Afternoon Tea,’ ‘Suburban Weird’ and ‘The Gloaming.’ She specializes in historical and modern fiction with sub genres of romance, mystery and intrigue. She has a BA in Writing/English, and graduated Phi Theta Kappa Magna Cum Laude in Fashion Apparel Design. She is an award-winning poet, internationally published in magazines and anthologies. - April 05, 2009 - Jody R. LaGreca
Press Release of 'Suburban Weird' by J. R. LaGreca & Amazon Reader Reviews, 'Suburban Weird,' Modern Fiction with Intrigue, Expect the Unexpected
‘Suburban Weird’ by J. R. LaGreca; the author of three books, ‘Afternoon Tea,’ ‘Suburban Weird’ and ‘The Gloaming.’ She specializes in historical and modern fiction with sub genres of romance, mystery and intrigue. She has a BA in Writing/English, and graduated Phi Theta Kappa Magna Cum Laude in Fashion Apparel Design. She is an award-winning poet, internationally published in magazines and anthologies. Jody R. LaGreca has been selected as a VIP member of Madison Who’s Who for 2008-2009. - April 05, 2009 - Jody R. LaGreca