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Stories for Children Magazine Announces Stanley Bookman Spooky Sounds Young Author Contest Winners
Recently, the Stories for Children Magazine mascot, Stanley Bookman, posed the challenge to their young readers to write their own story about the spooky sounds you hear at night, in the backyard, or when you are camping. The entries received were all quite good and the editorial staff have poured... - September 23, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
Creators from Iconic Appear at Local CA Store
Members of the Comicbook Artists Guild, and contributors to Iconic graphic novel are scheduled to appear at local California comic book store. - September 23, 2009 - Comicbook Artists Guild
Dallas Author and Spirituality Expert Debuts Top Praised "Spirit Thinking" in Spirituality and Self-Development Genre
Advocate USA, in cooperation with Amazon brings, "Spirit Thinking: Your 30 Guide to An Enlightened Life" by Dallas Spirituality Expert Reece Manley to Public as Self Help, Self Development Book - September 22, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Author Writes Next Novel Online
William Todd Rose, author of the experimental horror novel "Shadow of the Woodpile," announced today that his next project will be released in a series of online blog posts. The first draft of "Albatross", a story dealing with a man caring for his terminally ill mother and the... - September 22, 2009 - Fetid Press
Former Pro Wrestling Referee, Turned Evangelical Minister, Authors Book on Surviving Child Abuse and the Destructive Temptations of the Pro Wrestling Industry
In his life, Tim Hicks has done a lot of things that most people would consider to be out of the ordinary. Most notable, perhaps, is the twenty-five years he spent as a referee, manager and promoter in the professional wrestling field. These days, he has added two new endeavors to his resume... - September 20, 2009 - T.R. Hicks Enterprises, LLC
Single Parents Create: Author Publishes Book… Despite Lack of Qualifications
British author Stephen Mark Parry (Pen-name Suzanne Marcuslee) has astounded his peers by writing his first book despite being a single parent with no formal qualifications and living on welfare benefits before publishing it on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Mr. Parry seized... - September 20, 2009 - Stephen Mark Parry
Sound Authors Radio Show Releases Interview with Kathryn Lasky and Wayne Gratz on blogtalkradio.com/soundauthors
Blog Talk Radio network broadcasting Sound Authors, a live interview talk radio show, features New York Times award-winning author Kathryn Lasky. - September 20, 2009 - Sound Authors
Launch Date Set for October 15 for Spirit Thinking: Your Guide to an Enlightened Life
Advocate USA, LLC, is proud to have arranged publishing of Spirit Thinking. Details at SpiritThinking.Net. - September 19, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Inspirational Talk Show Host Releases New Book
How to Create Real Wealth: A Practical and Spiritual Guide for Women, written by Shamarion Whitaker, was recently released by Author House Publishing. How to Create Real Wealth offers a prudent perspective for creating success by investing in things money can’t buy. Making investments in personal and spiritual development is the central theme of the book. - September 19, 2009 - New Beginnings For Women of Houston
Bram Stoker Award Winner Mike Oliveri Launches New Horror Fiction and Graphic Novel Series, The Pack
Will produce original horror fiction and graphic novels for print and digital media. Special Kindle edition of the first fiction book in the series, "The Pack: Winter Kill," will be released in October, followed by a trade paperback edition in November. - September 19, 2009 - Evileye Books
September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day
Yo-ho-ho, mateys! Talk Like a Pirate Day is September 19th. If you just can’t get enough of those men o’ the sea and their swashbucklin’ ways, then join Sylvan Dell Publishing in celebrating this international holiday with Lucy Nolan’s fall release, Mother Osprey: Nursery Rhymes for Buoys and Gulls. - September 19, 2009 - Arbordale Publishing
Author Josh Swiller to Address Adelphi University on October 29, 2009
Adelphi University is pleased to invite Josh Swiller, author of the University’s First Year Reading Program choice, “The Unheard: A Memoire of Deafness and Africa,” as he details his transformative two-year experience volunteering for the Peace Corps. The event will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AU PAC), Concert Hall, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. - September 19, 2009 - Adelphi University
Transaction Publishers Announces, Cold War in the Congo by Frank Villafaña
It is widely acknowledged that Congo became an East-West battlefield during the first half of the decade in the 1960s, yet the participation of Cuban exiles in the struggles is rarely noted. In this absorbing volume Villafaña details the contribution made by Cuban exiles to the preservation... - September 19, 2009 - Transaction Publishers
The First
View life thru the eyes of America's First Black Serial Killer. - September 18, 2009 - PatientMan ProDuctions
Doctors Reveal Link Between Periodontal and Cardiovascular Health in Self Published Book
Doctors Robert Kulacz and Thomas Levy explain the enormous impact of oral health on one’s overall wellbeing in self-published book, The Roots of Disease. - September 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Bread of Life Author Winner Torborg Encourages Everyone to Speak Right Words
Your words are more important than you might think. They will come back and effect you too so watch what you say. - September 18, 2009 - Bread of Life International Ministries
Jeweler Self Publishes Book on the Craft and Art of Costume Jewelry
The Xlibris release, The Fabulous 50s: Florenza Art Hollycraft, is a book of the business in jewelry making authored by Dorothy Fenwick. - September 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Disabled, Low-Income Single Mom Publishes Clean Science Fiction for Young People
Dannis announces, Home Is Not Home: Home Is... Series Vol.01. Adia, a scientist. Ryonne~, the Emperor's most skilled diplomat. War engulfs 13 galaxies, and only Adia can stop it-if she can learn to control the balky Cube of White Light. Therapeutic Science Fiction. No Profanity. No Graphic Sex. No Sickening Gore. Main characters with good morals strengthened by faith. Good examples for young adults. Available in trade paperback, hardcover, and eBook formats. Also, T-shirts, mugs, etc. - September 17, 2009 - DanniStories
Transaction Publishers Announces a New Book Which Unveils the Effects of the Armenian Genocide
A Perfect Injustice (Transaction Publishers, 2009) unearths new incriminating evidence about a long-censored mass murder and theft which occurred in Armenia. - September 17, 2009 - Transaction Publishers
2010 Nautilus Book Awards Now Open for Submission
The Nautilus Book Awards are now accepting submissions for its 2010 awards. This is the 10th year that the Nautilus Awards has bestowed honors to print and audio books that promote spiritual growth, conscious living and positive social change. - September 17, 2009 - Nautilus Book Awards
Wagfest International Networking Mixer Comes to Atlanta, Georgia in October
In the spirit of successful entrepreneurs and self-made individuals, Wagfest personifies the notion that a person can turn a little bit into a lot. Wagfest is the only cross-industry International Networking Mixer of its kind. - September 17, 2009 - WagFest Group
Crossing Twice Rewrite Focuses on Answering Questions About Afterlife
Established Spirituality Expert Reece Manley's Personal Death Experience to Bring Common Answers to Questions of What Happens When We Die. - September 17, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Lo Gap Media Sending Out Review Copies of Revealed Evil
Fresh from the printers, Kats Tales: Journeys into the Velvet Darkness - Volume 1 Revealed Evil is being sent out to reviewers. - September 16, 2009 - Lo Gap Media
Wattpad Adds Social Features and Improvements to Its iPhone Application
New Version of Widely Popular “YouTube For Ebook” is Now Available on the App Store. - September 16, 2009 - Wattpad Inc.
Convert Your PDF’s to ePub eBooks in Minutes Using the New ‘PDF to ePub’ Software Wizard
DNAML, an eBook technology house has announced the release of a software called ‘PDF to ePub’. Publishers, authors, conversion and design houses can now convert an unlimited number of PDF eBooks into the industry standard ePub format in just six simple steps. - September 15, 2009 - DNAML Pty Ltd
Living with the Myth of Janis Joplin. The History of Big Brother & the Holding Co.
Written by Michael Spörke and English translation by Sam Andrew Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN-10: 1409284999 ISBN-13: 978-1409284994 Spörke’s biography narrates, from the beginning in 1965, each Big Brother member’s life story. Where they each came from? What are their roots? How they see their time with Janis Joplin? What they experienced after their Janis time? - September 15, 2009 - Michael Spörke
Boston Red Sox Featured in New Johnny Denovo Mystery, The Green Monster
In this, his second published case, Johnny Denovo’s hired by a bio-tech mogul facing a bizarre form of blackmail and a disruptive pattern of corporate espionage. Within hours, Johnny’s drawn into a mirrorscape of secrets and half-truths. He soon discovers a cabal exploiting a venerable Boston landmark as part of an even more sinister plot. Can he defeat the Green Monster? - September 15, 2009 - Andrew Kent
Hospice to Host Comic Book Show
Superheroes For Hospice is hosting their 2nd Comic Book Show on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Saint Barnabas Health Care System Corporate Building, located at 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange. All proceeds will support the patients and families of the Saint Barnabas... - September 15, 2009 - Superheroes for Hospice
Author Releases Novel One Sacred Crown About Crown of the Andes
Author Linda Ferreri releases novel One Sacred Crown about legendary Crown of the Andes. Real Crown is center of new museum exhibition. Author Linda Ferreri has published One Sacred Crown about the Crown of the Andes, a famous work of art. Kings and heads of state around the world admire the Crown... - September 15, 2009 - Linda Ferreri
RealTime Publishing are Delighted to Announce the Releases of the Second in a Series of Five Sci-Fi Novels by Author Sam Smith
RealTime Publishing author, Sam Smith, releases "towards the unMaking of Heaven, Happiness: a Planet." - September 15, 2009 - RealTime Publishing, Inc
Lamar Hunt and the Founding of the American Football League
Tom Richey announces the release of "Lamar Hunt and the Founding of the American Football League." Take a peek inside the book at www.lamarhuntafl.com. - September 14, 2009 - Richey Resources
Hopefull: NC Teacher Publishes Book on Battle with Anorexia
North Carolina teacher and writer publishes book about her battle with anorexia. - September 13, 2009 - Kendal Finley Privette
Stories for Children Magazine Talks with Children’s Author Brandon Mull
Stories for Children Magazine Talks with Children’s Author Brandon Mull. Step onto the pages of the brilliant and magical world of Brandon Mull. This best selling NY Times author captivates the reader like none other. - September 13, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
Xlibris Implements Price Increase; Current Prices Good Until End of September
Effective October 21, 2009, Xlibris will implement a price increase on all publishing and marketing services. - September 13, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Spirit Thinking Offers Two Free Gifts for Sign Up on Subscriber List
Free eBook of Teenage Girl's Parent Action Alert to be given to new subscribers of Spirit Thinking Inspirations, the newsletter of spirituality expert Reece W. Manley's Spirit Thinking website. Spirit Thinking is a division of Advocate USA, LLC. - September 12, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Mike Dennis Novel, "The Take," to be Published by L&L Dreamspell
Hardboiled noir novel of human desperation slated for publication in 2010. - September 12, 2009 - Mike Dennis
Maid of Heaven Preview Now Available at Google Books
Maid of Heaven: The Story of Saint Joan of Arc is now available for previewing at Google Books. - September 12, 2009 - MaidOfHeaven.com
The Reign of 'Grandma' and 'Grandpa' is Over as Boomer Grandparents Opt for More Fitting Names
Baby boomers have redefined every aspect of our culture and grandparent names are no exception. New book You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents' Guide to choosing a name that Fits helps modern grandparents find the answer to the 'what to be called?' question. - September 11, 2009 - You Can Call Me Hoppa! The Grandparents' Guide to Choosing a Name that Fits
Announcing a New Non-Fiction Work: Transformed, 121 Biblical Articles, by Sylvia Huffnagle
The articles in this book are not written from the pastor’s point of view, nor the comforter’s point of view, but they are written from the exhorter of prophet’s point of view. You will not find them to be repeats of former article that you have read. Nor will you feel that they mimic the average sermon you may have heard. Their purpose is to maginfy and clarify the teachings of the Bible. - September 11, 2009 - Author and self-publisher, Sylvia Huffnagle
SFC: Families Matter Blog – Ugliest Futon Contest
SFC: Families Matter has teamed up with Sure Fit for the “Ugliest Futon Contest” beginning September 13 – 17, 2009. Sure Fit Futon Cover: The Futon started out as a traditional style Japanese bed, which doubled as a seat, and was portable enough to stow away when not in use. - September 11, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
BookCaster.com to Promote Book Video Previews and Trailers
BookCaster.com launches as an author and publisher resource to promote book video previews and trailers. The website presents a showcase for authors promoting their work through videos. Listings contain book summaries as well as information about the author and publisher. Listings may also contain... - September 11, 2009 - BookCaster.com
Piker's Press Trumpets "Kid with the Cape" by Edward Bereta
Brace yourself for an exciting e-book read. It's the 1950's and "The Big Red Scare" is in full swing. A boy-magician discovers a powerful cape that Red saboteurs will kill for. Soon they're on the boy's trail. Fly to Booklocker.com to buy it. - September 11, 2009 - Piker's Press
Ghost Author Announces Autumn Appearances
Elizabeth Eagan-Cox, author of the Shannon Delaney paranormal mystery novels sets appearance schedule for the Burnt Orange season. - September 10, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
Book Signing – A People’s History of Florida 1513-1876: How Africans, Seminoles, Women, and Lower Class Whites Shaped the Sunshine State
Book Signing South Florida Author-Historian Adam Wasserman September 19th - September 10, 2009 - Adam Wasserman
Author Solutions Appoints Michael Rohrig Director of Channel Sales
Author Solutions (ASI), the world leader in indie book publishing—the fastest-growing segment of book publishing—is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Rohrig to the position of director of channel sales. “We are pleased to add Michael to our leadership team. His... - September 09, 2009 - Author Solutions
Over 14 Years to Write a Book- "Mon-Ton: The Old Man and His Treasure"
Author Vance Bell released the first book in the Mon-Ton story today after taking only 14 years to put it on paper. - September 09, 2009 - BellMountainBooks.com
Let Maikh Etto Show You How to Survive Anything
New book release titled: You Can Survive Anything! tells you how to survive anything you are currently battling with in life, including the current global economic meltdown. - September 09, 2009 - Maikh Etto
What Would You do with $300 and a One-Way Ticket to Mexico?
New Book Chronicles a Young Ex-Pat's Experiences in Mexico and Central America. - September 09, 2009 - Imagine: A Vagabond Story
Llewellyn Worldwide Launches New Website
Noted New Age Publisher/Bookseller Launches New Site Designed to Enhance Content, Community, and User Experience. - September 08, 2009 - Llewellyn Worldwide
Fall in Love with Fatal Marriage by Alicia Rice
Alicia Rice, international bestselling author of Diaries of a Dead Woman, has now released her second novel to all major retail bookstores as well as retail bookstores online. In this touching love story, Alicia Rice does an impressive job of capturing love, revenge, and sacrifice. This novel keeps... - September 07, 2009 - Epiphany Corner Publications