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The Life of Samuel J Tilden, Biography Revised and Edited by Nikki Oldaker - Tilden Was the Great Reformer, Great Forecloser, Great Financier
"The Life of Samuel J. Tilden” published in 1895 by John Bigelow - Revised and Edited by Nikki Oldaker. Oldaker believes Bigelow’s Biography on Tilden holds valuable information that could help Washington and Wall Street understand how to get America back on her feet. Tilden never conceded his Presidency in the 1876. John Bigelow, was an American Statesman, Lawyer, Abraham Lincoln appointed Bigelow Consul at Paris in 1861. Bigelow also published The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin. - February 23, 2009 - Nikki Oldaker
U.S. Author Does Not Want Nobel Prize
He wrote the book, The Happiness Transformation, to bring peace and happiness to the world, - February 23, 2009 - Andrew Lawrence
Discount on Christian Gift Book Offered to Churches for Easter
Author of "Divine Dialogue" offers discount on book to churches in time for Easter. - February 23, 2009 - howardfclarke.com
Kulturcritic Announces Initial Praise for the Recovery of Ecstasy: Notebooks from Siberia, by Sandy Krolick
More than twenty years since his last publication, Dr. Krolick unleashes a firestorm of cultural critique and commentary, wrapped around the warmth of a loosely philosophical memoir. “Sandy,I got [the book] this afternoon, I'm half way through and can't put it down. I'm starting to... - February 23, 2009 - kulturCritic.com
Outskirts Press Announces the Apple Pie Pickle, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Children's Literature - Storytelling Book from Camillus, NY Author Marilyn Beadling
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Apple Pie Pickle by Marilyn Beadling, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 paperback in the Children's Literature - Storytelling category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Still Alice Book Author Advocates Self Publishing
Diving into the self-publishing pool did not only lead Lisa Genova to success; it also opened doors to recognition. - February 22, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Paul Stanley Completes Vocals for the Track "Cut the Wire" for Russian Rockers Pushking's New Album "Pushking Duets" to be Released in Late 2009
Paul Stanley guest stars on Russian Rockers Pushking's New Album "Pushking Duets." - February 21, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of 56 Water Street by Melissa Strangway
What if you suddenly discovered that the creepy, run-down house on your street was invisible to everyone but you? To make matters worse, the house is apparently occupied by a 100-year-old ghost who is asking for your help. That’s the situation in which Ravine and her best friend Derek find themselves as 56 Water Street begins. Strangway’s first published work is a well-told mystery whose characters will leave you wanting more. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Hide! Here Comes the Insurance Guy by Rick Vassar
In this guidebook, Rick Vassar, a certified expert in the commercial insurance arena, writes with a fresh perspective from a risk manager's viewpoint as he tackles the often confusing field of commercial insurance with his real numbers and real solutions strategy that can potentially save your company millions of dollars in insurance costs. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of You Can Do It! An Easy Step-By-Step Guide to Financial Security by Donald H. Young
If you are anxious about your financial future, educate yourself on the basics of achieving financial security by learning from a seasoned professional with more than 40 years in the business. Author Donald H. Young’s book, You Can Do It! An Easy Step-By-Step Guide to Financial Security provides an umbrella of invaluable information to empower you to take charge of your financial situation, no matter where you stand. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
The Great Rock & Roll Kindle - Free Speech Has a Revival Through Eternal Youth Empire
Thanks to IT Companies like Supremus Group, independent writers and publishers can now easily and economically make their publications available on Kindle. Even dead rock stars like Kurt Cobain are being resurrected on this revolutionary device. - February 20, 2009 - Eternal Youth Empire
Book Release from Ryan Conti - "Mass Destruction Vol. 2 Shadow of Tyranny" is Now Available from Lulu.com
The release of the second installment in the Mass Destruction series from Ryan Conti called "Mass Destruction vol. 2 Shadow of Tyranny" is now available with new art and an all new adventure where our superheroes continue to fight the conspiracy eating away at America by fighting new, more powerful hybrid villains. - February 20, 2009 - Ryan Conti
Self Publishing Company Gives Away Expedited Service in February
Speed up your the publication process of your book with Xlibris' expedited service. - February 20, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Alex Rodriguez, Christy Turlington, Bill Richardson, 13 Others Profiled in New Title, "16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans"
"16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans" is the latest addition to the acclaimed "Extraordinary Americans" series. Hi-lo readers developed for middle- and high-school students, "Extraordinary Americans" titles combine a manageable reading level with engaging content. "16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans" profiles, among others, Bill Richardson, Alex Rodriguez, Carlos Santana, Gloria Estefan, and 12 others. - February 20, 2009 - Walch Education
Life Skills Students Gain Understanding of Critical Adulthood Strategies in New Edition of Best-Selling Series
"Steps to Independent Living," newly published by Walch Education, is the third edition of the best-selling series. It helps life skills students navigate the sometimes-challenging tasks of adulthood, from using money wisely to finding and setting up a home and staying healthy. The series includes 6 titles and a Teacher Guide, and is available through www.walch.com. - February 20, 2009 - Walch Education
Book – A Path Worn Smooth - Celebrates 21st Century Heritage
Glen Allen based The Wright Scoop – consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith Sylvia Hoehns Wright a freelance columnist and features writer, in celebration of her heritage – Quaker, has launched the publication of a collection of her articles, columns and poetry – A Path Worn Smooth, the story of a millennium woman’s heritage. - February 20, 2009 - The Wright Scoop
Meet Dave Gibbons at the Watchmen Borders Books Signing
Watchmen is one of the most acclaimed graphic novels of all time. A gripping, labyrinthine work of comic art and a landmark in its literary genre, it is now also the most highly anticipated comics-to-film adaptation of them all, gearing up to hit cinemas nationwide on March 6th. And now, Borders... - February 20, 2009 - Borders UK
Book Release from Ryan Conti - "Mass Destruction Vol. 1 Age of Terror" - a Revised Edition of the Superhero Novel
Ryan Conti has re-released "Mass Destruction vol. 1 Age of Terror" to coincide with the release of vol. 2. If you're new to the series, you can pick up from the beginning. It includes new art in the character bio sections. The series is based on a superhero group that find themselves living in the End Times and are trying to unravel an eons long mystery. - February 20, 2009 - Ryan Conti
New RPG by World of Chronos Gaming Company
The World of Chronos gaming company is pleased to announce the release of their new role-playing game: The World of Chronos Guidebook. This guidebook utilizes a unique system which allows for a completely custom gaming experience each and every time. - February 20, 2009 - The World of Chronos
Stars Vacation on Mars in Zodiacts: Aries Adventure: Camp On Camping On
Zodiacts: Aries Adventure: Camp On Camping On by Donna McGarry introduces young readers to the concepts of astrology in a colorful, whimsical manner. Join Leo, his flamboyant sidekick Starrkitty, and their adventurous thrill seeking pal Andy Aries on a camp-out extravaganza. - February 19, 2009 - Zodiacts
"What do I Read After Harry Potter?" The Answer Now Available on the Kindle
Every day, people are asking the question, "What do I read after Harry Potter?" The answer might be "The Tales of Tanglewood: The Lon Dubh Whistle," the first in a new series of fantasy/folklore adventures by author Scott Michael Kessman. - February 19, 2009 - Scott Michael Kessman
Good Christian Bitches Hits Bestseller List
Good Christian Bitches, by first- time author Kim Gatlin, recently hit the Top Ten with a #2 in sales ranking on the 100 Bestsellers List at barnesandnoble.com. ”Online sales of the paperback come from around the world,” said Lee Beard, co-creator of Wake Up Live the Life You Love... - February 19, 2009 - Wake Up Live
Best Selling Book on "How to be a Player" is Back in Stores
The King of Game Releases the 10th Anniversary Edition of "The Art of Mackin" - February 19, 2009 - Tariq Nasheed
Ms. Boo Kitty Re-Releases Her Acclaimed Collection of Poems
Myspace poet re-releases her collection of poems complete with additional poems and picture. - February 19, 2009 - Lakiya S. Lindsey
Vermont Science Fiction Writer and Radio Veteran Mike Luoma Completes His "Vatican Assassin Trilogy" Podcast Audiobooks: Final "Episode" of Third Book Released
Author and announcer Mike Luoma celebrates the completion of his Science Fiction Trilogy: "Vatican Assassin", "Vatican Ambassador" and "Vatican Abdicator", as free, downloadable audio books read by the author. - February 19, 2009 - Michael Luoma
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Rx for Business: Thinkivity by Sandra W. Evans
Rx for Business: Thinkivity is the latest installment in a revolutionary series designed to help businesses maximize their potential. A veteran business executive, Sandra W. Evans provides company leaders with a pioneering approach that boosts the effectiveness of internal processes by bridging with the external processes of customers, partners, and services. - February 19, 2009 - iUniverse
Lulu.com New Book "Snake Eyes" Hits the Reader with Sledge Hammer Devastation
Cameron Farley left home and joined the Rough Riders to prove to his father he was a man who would stand by his decisions. Little does he realize an experienced hunter has joined this famous volunteer regiment. Does Farley have the skills to match wits and weapons with such a vicious predator? If not, he might end up on the Hunter's bloody knife too. - February 18, 2009 - B.E. Boldman
New Novel Explores Oprah Winfrey's Inspirational Influence
The debut novel “My Oprah In Recreating the Legacy” by author Helen J. Collier explores how Oprah Winfrey can indirectly influence ones life. - February 18, 2009 - Helen J. Collier
The PEOPLE Academy Releases "Not Your Mother’s Self Help Book – a Guided Conversation with Your Self’
What sets “Not Your Mother’s Self Help Book” apart from much of the segment is the author’s non prescriptive approach of engaging the reader in thinking through cause and effect. The book converses with the reader in identifying what does good look like, what is blocking the power to produce and then to where ownership may rest. Furthermore, it is not a general life map like some other books but rather a specific process to address a person’s specific life issue. - February 18, 2009 - The PEOPLE Academy, Inc
Paperback Release of "Open: Love, Sex, and Life in an Open Marriage"
Memoir written by woman in an open marriage to be released in paperback March 1. - February 18, 2009 - Jenny Block
Self-Published Book Author Publishes a Better Hope for America
Author Frank Camelio presents options for the US to change its course from a national decline to a better future in his self-published book ‘One Last Hope.’ - February 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
The Ethereal Meets Reality According to JT Books
H. Clayggett VanPelt has authored another book merging theology and modern-day current events that delve into whose responsible for the world's calamities. - February 17, 2009 - Marlene Nelson
Johnny Denovo Debuts in Fast, Fun, and Cerebral Mystery Thriller Spam & Eggs
Be among the first to discover Johnny Denovo, the inscrutable and brainy detective debuting in the new mystery thriller Spam & Eggs. When a mysterious spam email lands in his in-box, Denovo already is a world-famous detective, known for his aura of invincibility and A-list clients. - February 17, 2009 - Andrew Kent
Blind SC Native Publishes Memoir About College Experiences
Professional counselor and author Carmella Broome, who has been legally blind since birth, is beginning the new year by launching her first book. "Carmella's Quest: Taking on College Sight Unseen" is a memoir about her first year at a small Christian college in upstate South Carolina. Carmella's book is published by Red Letter Press of Columbia SC. - February 17, 2009 - Red Letter Press
Writers Welcome Friday, February the Thirteenth with a Gift of Poetry
On Friday, the thirteenth of February, Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services published a special issue of poetry as a token of the company’s appreciation for those in their writing and publishing network. Superstition and old wives’ tales have traditionally made Friday the... - February 17, 2009 - Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services
The Wright Scoop Launches Book – A Writer on Writing
Richmond based The Wright Scoop – consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith, Sylvia Hoehns Wright a freelance columnist and features writer has launched a book, A Writer on Writing, the building blocks of nonfiction writing. To review or order, link to web site http://www.lulu.com/content/5596325. - February 16, 2009 - The Wright Scoop
Read an E-Book Week Announces E-Book Competition
Read an E-Book Week (March 8-14, 2009) is pleased to announce an e-book competition, in conjunction with myebook.com, the e-book event's newest supporter. - February 16, 2009 - Read An E-book Week
Writers and Dreamers Get Help from a Bestselling Author
Write to Live & Love What You Write: For Writers and Dreamers and Getting the Word Out: Editing, Publishing, Agents and Marketing -- 2 new writing workshops in Mentone, Alabama with bestselling author, John Lee. - February 15, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Book Release - "An Angel Took My Hand" - by Hope Cundiff - March 26, 2009
An Angel Took My Hand is an attempt to bring a realization that our justice system in these United States of America has flaws that need to be changed to protect murdered children and their families who are left as the victims of a society who finds the victim to be the guilty one. - February 15, 2009 - Hope Cundiff
Apocalypse When? : Novelist Explores Society’s Obsession with the End of the World with a Novel That Spans Three Continents
British author Jason Michel has unleashed his dark and thought provoking first novel, Confessions of a Black Dog, onto an unsuspecting and vulnerable public living in the shadow of recession, terrorism and climate change. - February 15, 2009 - Jason Michel
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Sardinian Silver by A. Colin Wright
The Italian island of Sardinia is the setting of A. Colin Wright’s new novel, Sardinian Silver which captures the essence of this otherworldly, beautiful place through the story of Englishman Arthur Fraser. - February 15, 2009 - iUniverse
About Death, Happiness and… kulturCritic Releases 'The Recovery of Ecstasy'
In a world gone mad, a book about coming back to one’s senses and rediscovering oneself. Amidst the helter-skelter and all-too-familiar estrangement that haunts life in America today, The Recovery of Ecstasy: Notebooks from Siberia gently, gingerly, leads the reader to explore a different way of being in the world. - February 14, 2009 - kulturCritic.com
The Mini-Submarine is Now Out
"The Mini Submarine," a new, exciting romantic thriller by Askin Ozcan, has now been published by Xlibris. - February 14, 2009 - Askin Ozcan
Peter Roche de Coppens Heralds Timeless Love Stories in Self Published Book
Love is dissected, examined and tested through time in the self published book True and Great Love Stories. - February 14, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Live... Dream... Write... An Author Makes Her Dream a Reality
Author and Entrepreneur starts her own book publishing and releases her first two urban romance novels. - February 13, 2009 - My Own Books Publishing
Author Exposes a Real Secret Addiction in Her Latest Novel
Illusions is a page-turner that exposes the taboo topic of addiction and church leadership. - February 13, 2009 - Wanda B. Campbell
Desert Road Publishing Launches 'One Acts of Note'
The anthology of notable 2008 one-act plays includes works from Sharon Yablon, Carol Schlanger, Walter Dalton, David Miguel Estrada, Scott Brooks, John Lane, Bill Mesce Jr., John Ireland, Dan Guyton, George Freek, Gerry Sheridan, Olivia Arieti, Christine Emmert, Brendan Andolsek Bradley, Jonson... - February 13, 2009 - Desert Road Publishing
Gwen Ifill Book Reveal and Signing, The Breakthrough: Politics and Race in the Age of Obama at the Independence Visitor Center
On Saturday, February 28, 2009, from 5 pm to 7 pm Gwen Ifill, Moderator and Managing Editor of “Washington Week”, will give a brief book reading and discussion of her newly-released book, followed by a book signing in Independence Ballroom at the Independence Visitor Center (6th &... - February 12, 2009 - Independence Visitor Center
Self-Published Book Author Shows How the Middle Class Can Cope with the Global Crisis
A self-published author illustrates how the American middle class, the sector paying the biggest share of taxes, can cope with the global crisis in Socioeconomic of the Middle Class, published by Xlibris. - February 12, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Stone Arch Books and DC Comics Collaborate on New Super Hero Series; Books Inspire Hero-Themed Writing Contest, Winner to Star as Character in Super Hero Series
Stone Arch Books, children’s book publisher of fiction graphic novels and chapter books, has partnered with DC Comics to publish DC SUPER HEROES, a new book series based around DC Comics’ iconic characters BATMAN and SUPERMAN. Debuting this month with 12 titles, DC SUPER HEROES pairs... - February 12, 2009 - Capstone