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At a Time When the World Seems Crazy, One Childrens Book Reminds Us of the Birth of the King Who Still Reigns
Christian parents face the same dilemma every Christmas: How do you teach your children about the true meaning of Christmas? Enter the new book "The King in the Corner" written by Zachary Carden a childrens pastor in the Presbyterian Church in America. The illustrated narrative presents each piece of the nativity explaining how it symbolizes the King of kings, born in Bethlehem. Zachary is a former Chattanooga, TN native who now ministers at Christ Community Church in Kennesaw, GA. - November 09, 2008 - Zack Carden
Inhousepress Presents Second Edition of a Novel, One Just Man, by Stan I.S. Law [Prequel to Elohim - Masters and Minions]
When the greatest gift becomes a scourge… Against the background of geopolitical upheavals, Dr. Peter Thornton's promising career in medicine is cut short by an enigmatic gift of healing. He rebels against his destiny, until a will greater than his own takes over. Unwittingly, he learns how to overcome death itself. Action takes place in Canada, Poland and the Vatican. The novel is as much a page-turner as it is a study of Human Potential. - November 09, 2008 - inhousepress
Inhousepress Announces the "Pentagon's Most Diabolical Plot for World Domination." Headless World - the Vatican Incident, by Stan I.S. Law, Sequel to the Avatar Syndrome.
Headless World pits the traditions and beauty of the Vatican against the cold mechanical might of the American War Machine. The whole world is the playing field. - November 09, 2008 - inhousepress
Make a Wish Come True with The Balanced Life
Innovator bases new training programme on experience, success factors and the What, How, Why Balance. Donates ten per cent of revenue to The Make-A-Wish Foundation® giving hope, strength and joy to children with life-threatening medical conditions. - November 08, 2008 - Robert Carter
MG Hardie Talks About Hip Hop’s Newest Frontier in New Interview
Author/Playwright MG Hardie, who has been compared to Tyler Perry and continues to earn rave reviews and honors from the literary world, speaks bluntly in a new “Take Ten” interview with Cyrus A. Webb. - November 08, 2008 - MG
Come by and Attend a Book Signing for R. M. Smith’s Children’s Title An A to Z Walk in the Park
Author and Illustrator R. M. Smith will appear at the Strathmore Museum Shop Around on Sunday, November 9, 2008, 12:00 to 3:00 PM. to sign his children's book An A to Z Walk In the Park. - November 08, 2008 - Clarence-Henry Books
Small Businesses Can Thrive in Hard Times with Techniques in New Book on Getting Free Publicity
This book by a veteran business journalist tells business owners how to get free publicity in the media. - November 07, 2008 - LightSound Ventures, Inc.
Influential Communication Expert Roger D’Aprix Releases New Book: Creating “The Credible Company”
ROI Communication Vice President Roger D’Aprix’s new book, “The Credible Company: Communicating with Today’s Skeptical Workforce,” is being released today by San Francisco publisher Jossey-Bass. The premise of the book is that today’s corporate organizations are undergoing revolutionary change – change that has turned their relationship with their employees upside down. D’Aprix provides a logical and tested methodology to inform and engage skeptical employees in a time of turbulent change. - November 07, 2008 - ROI Communication, Inc.
Transaction Publishers Releases a New Book on How Jewish Political Power Exists as a Separate Agency in the American Polity
Henry Feingold's, Jewish Power in America addresses larger questions of how minority groups influence politics in general (e.g., the Irish in New York, Cubans in Florida). - November 07, 2008 - Transaction Publishers
Tuxedo Press Celebrates American Indian Heritage Month
Special program offered to libraries to encourage them to add books with American Indian themes to their collections. - November 07, 2008 - Tuxedo Press
Liz Cosline Launches a New Online Community with an Emphasis on Sharing and Discovery
Liz Cosline's website is a place to discuss not only what life each individual wishes to have but also discovering the possibilities of the world through business, through ideas, and through each other. - November 07, 2008 - Elizabeth Cosline
John Taylor's, Into the Heart of European Poetry Unveils the Major Trends of Contemporary European Writing
"This is critical writing that is satisfying at every single level." —Richard Goodman, author of The Soul of Creative Writing [Transaction] ". . . Taylor’s short pieces on a huge range of writers are the literary equivalent of a superb travel guide."—John... - November 07, 2008 - Transaction Publishers
UK Fiction Publisher First to Enter Mobile Phone Publishing
Caffeine Nights Publishing a Kent based fiction publisher has signed a deal with Austrian mobile content provider, Blackbetty Mobile Media to publish its novels direct to mobile phones using the latest technology. - November 06, 2008 - Caffeine Nights Publishing
New Book Aimed at Helping Recent College Graduates Stand Out and Succeed
New book aimed at helping recent college graduates fit into the corporate culture, build a favorable reputation, leverage contacts and improve their image. This book offers 100 tips, techniques and strategies that anyone can use. "Why Didn't Somebody Tell Me This Stuff?" is now available at www.amazon.com and www.barnesandnoble.com. - November 06, 2008 - Christopher J. Andrews
Ambience Productions Announces the Release of When It’s Over: How to Mend That Broken Heart
Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated publication of When It’s Over: How To Mend That Broken Heart by author Darren G. Burton and published by Lulu Press. The book is the author's most recent in the Sex & Relationships category and has received worldwide distribution at a... - November 06, 2008 - Darren G. Burton
Anne Wayman Starts New Blog
Anne Wayman, well known freelance ghostwriter and blogger has left b5 media and The Golden Pencil to start her own blog about freelance writing and freelance writing jobs. Her new blog is at www.aboutfreelancewriting.com. Wayman has been writing online since she was one of the first 25 employees... - November 05, 2008 - Anne Wayman, Writer
Forever Friends Edited by Shelagh Watkins
This collection of stories and poems, created by members of the Published Authors Forum on the world wide web, reflects the bond of friendship between writers from all over the world. - November 05, 2008 - Mandinam Press
Publishing Company Offers Large Discounts on Book Publishing Services
Xlibris offers 50% discount on black and white and full color publishing packages and 33%, on marketing services. - November 05, 2008 - Xlibris Publisher
The Ninth Hour: Philosophical Writings - Creator of latephilosophers.com Publishes Long-Awaited First Book
Philosopher and Artist Harrison Mujica-Jenkins, creator of the increasingly popular website www.latephilosophers.com has finally finished and published his long-awaited first book, a collection of “philosophical writings” that it is sure to delight his already large online readership. - November 05, 2008 - latephilosophers.com
3D Warp Entertainment Inc Announces RUNE KEEPERS™ cg Animated Feature Film
CG animated short to be released in December 2008. - November 04, 2008 - 3D Warp Entertainment Inc
The Whole Art of Pleasing as Laid Down by a Frenchwoman
Announcement of a new book, The Lady's Stratagem: A Repository of 1820s Directions for the Toilet, Mantua-Making, Stay-Making, Millinery & Etiquette. - November 04, 2008 - Lavolta Press
From the Art of Bart to the Writing Art
Former Simpsons televisions series animator and director of twelve years publishes her first memoir. - November 04, 2008 - Jen Kamerman-Jenkins
Conversations Reviews Every Day Life by M. G. Hardie
MG Hardie’s controversial EveryDay Life has earned a 5 Star review from Conversations Book Club. (978-1-60594-036-6), $11.95 - November 04, 2008 - MG
"The Support Group," a New Novel by Robert Butler Has Just Been Released
What do women do when the criminal justice system fails them after they are raped? Four women decide to be creative and handle the problem themselves. Soon, the incidence of rape in Memphis starts to drop. Why would a cop want to stop them? - November 03, 2008 - R.G. Butler Publishing
"Why Worry?" The First Book in K Hensler's Children's Series the Adventures of Bay/Bob/A/Loo/Bop is Being Officially Released Today
K Hensler's children's book "Why Worry?" is officially available for purchase. Her series the Adventures of Bay/Bob/A/Loo/Bop is based on her young Appaloosa colt, Baybob, who she nicknamed Baybobaloobop. All of the horses in the series are based on horses that she has rehabilitated at the Full Circle Farm. - November 03, 2008 - K Hensler - Author
Ambience Productions Announces the Release of Chick Magnet: The Secret of the Attraction Factor
Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated publication of Chick Magnet: The Secret Of The Attraction Factor by author Darren G. Burton and published by Lulu Press. The book is the author's most recent in the Sex & Relationships category and has received worldwide distribution at a RRP... - November 03, 2008 - Darren G. Burton
New Short Story Collection, Stockpile of Stories by George, Just Released
Many of the stories are modeled after O'Henry and Sake stories such as "The Gift of the Magi" and "The Interlopers." - November 03, 2008 - R.G. Butler Publishing
Girls and Moms Discover “The Truth” in Nov ‘08
Announcement of Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein’s November 2008 virtual book tour to promote “The Truth” for girls and moms. - November 02, 2008 - Pump Up Your Book Promotion PR
"Cutting Through the Knot" - First Novel on Theme of Illness and Recovery
A humorous coming of age story, told in a conversational first person voice, recounting a young man’s trials in overcoming mental illness. The novel follows the adventures of a student on a leave of absence from a university in the north east. Biography: Mr. Greenfield was born and raised... - November 02, 2008 - Josh Greenfield
Ambience Productions Announces the Release of Turn Me On: How To Attract A Man
Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated publication of Turn Me On: How To Attract A Man by author Darren G. Burton and published by Lulu Press. The book is the author's most recent in the Women / Relationship category and has received worldwide distribution at a RRP of $17.95. About... - November 02, 2008 - Darren G. Burton
New Book Reveals Santa's 'Secrets'
A new, hilarious children's book explains how Santa pulls off his seemingly impossible job every year. The book was written and illustrated by Andrew Badalamenti... a parent who always could come up with compelling and imaginative answers to his kid's Christmastime curiosity. - November 01, 2008 - Andrew Badalamenti
Ceika Jumps from Avatars to Children’s Books
Ceika’s fans can enjoy her detailed avatars in children’s picture books at sherionhjackson.com. - November 01, 2008 - Sherion H. Jackson
Free Website Resource for Parents and Teachers Promotes Connectivity with Reading
New website, sherionhjackson.com, offers free online picture books and related activities, which connect reading with children’s experiences. - November 01, 2008 - Sherion H. Jackson
Give God the Glory! Study Guide Now Available in Three Versions - Writing for the Lord Ministries Releases New Study Guide Internationally in Print and Ebook Formats
The Give God the Glory! nine-book series by multiple-award winning and best-selling Christian author, Kevin Wayne Johnson, continues to expand around the world. Johnson enthusiastically embraces God’s Word, not only for his life, but presents it in such a way that it is easy to grasp, encouraging his readers to apply the principles therein for a more victorious Christian life. - October 31, 2008 - Writing for the Lord Ministries
Ignorant Poet: Scottish-American Poet to Release Inaugural Book
Scottish-American Poet Stuart Eric Card has announced that his first book “Ignorant and Agnostic: Poems and Other Words” will be released and available to the public November 14, 2008, through Lulu.com. Mr. Card boldly claims that his collection of poems, lyrics, and rhythmic word will... - October 31, 2008 - Stuart Card Publishing
Just Published, Straight Talk for the New Public Speaker 2nd Edition
The 2nd edition of “Straight Talk for the New Public Speaker” provides the information, tools and How-to’s to become an effective public speaker or improve your communication skills regardless of the profession. - October 31, 2008 - Dale Simmons
Self Published Book Challenges the General Public on the Media’s Discreet Advocacy of Homosexuality
A Hint of Homosexuality? is a self-published book by Bruce Joffe that points out the suggestiveness of gay propaganda in several controversial print ads. - October 31, 2008 - Xlibris Publisher
New Paperback Book, "The Path Into Darkness" by Stephen Coursen, Now Available
Stephen Coursen's "The Path Into Darkness" is now available as a trade paperback through Amazon.com and other online book retailers. - October 31, 2008 - Stephen Coursen
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Daughter of Mine by Laura Fabiani
Adoption issues take center stage in fiction novel Daughter of Mine shares story of a woman looking to uncover her past while traveling to Italy to find peace in the future. In Daughter of Mine, Tiziana Manoretti’s work as a mechanical engineering technologist brought a hectic pace to her... - October 31, 2008 - iUniverse
Borders Books UK Launches the Ultimate ‘where’s Wally?’ Competition on Google Earth
Borders UK has announced today that on Monday 3rd November is it launching an exciting new competition to find Wally on Google Earth. In the first promotion of its kind, Borders is teaming up with Google Earth, media partner the Daily Telegraph, and Walker Books to take Wally to parts of the world... - October 31, 2008 - Borders UK
Isiah is Set to Release a Mini Series of Books
The book will be based on different adventures that Sam goes on. And at the end of each book there will be some kind of life lesson in it. - October 30, 2008 - Hurts Publishing
PM Moon Publishers Releases Savannah's Castle
Savannah's Castle by Martha Hite released in time for the Holidays. - October 30, 2008 - PM Moon Publishers, Limited
Macmillan Publishing Solutions (MPS) Global Reader Announces Digital Sales Partnership with DNAML
DNAML’s DNL eBooks and MPS Mobile’s Global Reader are joining forces to accelerate publisher adoption of the DNL eBook format (.DNL) and the Global Reader mobile format worldwide. - October 29, 2008 - DNAML Pty Ltd
Another Little Rascal... Or a Menace?
Author, JN Prioleau recently released her first children's book titled, "Clyde." The book was published by LuLu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Originally from Charleston, SC, JN Prioleau always had a passion for writing since the age of 11. She has written several poems... - October 29, 2008 - JN Prioleau
On This Day In Tennis History is Latest Book Release from New Chapter Press
On This Day In Tennis History is Latest Book Release from New Chapter Press. The book is the ultimate day to day compilation of historical and unique tennis events and is the ideal holiday gift for tennis fans. - October 29, 2008 - New Chapter Press
Book Publisher to Beat Competitor Publishing Packages with 7-Day Offer
Xlibris offers to not only match but to top any competitor publishing package with a limited, 7-day offer. - October 29, 2008 - Xlibris Publisher
Historic Photos of Christmas in Chicago by Rosemary K. Adams
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Christmas in Chicago by Rosemary K. Adams. This 10x10 volumes showcases the holidays in the Windy City in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photographs. - October 29, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Willing to Believe: How One Writer Hasn't Given Up
With the world seeming to shrink a little more each day, the economy seeming to nose dive, then skyrocket only to plummet again the next, between finding time for family and friends, it becomes easier to surrender our dreams to the throes of the workaday world. Yet, despite this, or perhaps because... - October 29, 2008 - Clinton Foster
Take Your Place as You See Yourself in the Reflections That Are Mirrored in the Pages of Albert Duran's, Book "Dreams Can Come True," and See the Humanity in Yourself
Join Albert Duran, at his first autograph session to share with the public the recent publication of his first book of poetry titled "Dreams Can Come True", as it is a testament of his twenty-eight year journey, and it is his belief in the content of the book that has helped him maintain... - October 28, 2008 - Beyond Valor, Albert Duran, Vice President
Author Publishes Debut Novel
Announcing debut novel, A Matter of Time, by Shannon Dill Strachan. - October 28, 2008 - Shannon Dill Strachan