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Aircraft Technical Book Company and Bill Ragan, M.S. Pair Up to Distribute Lag: a Look at Circadian Desynchronization
Aircraft Technical Company and Bill Ragan, M.S. recently paired up to distribute Lag: A Look at Circadian Desynchronization (ISBN-10:1435702212 / ISBN-13: 9781435702219) in print and secure eBook form. By making Lag: A Look at Circadian Desynchronization available in download form, you can be... - September 05, 2008 - Bill Ragan, M.S.
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Happiness by Mathilde Schmidt
Octogenarian Offers Wisdom, Advice on Achieving Happiness Personal Experience, Expert Insight Mesh to Provide Useful Guide. In an age when families are busier than ever and have more stressors weighing down their everyday lives, Mathilde Apelt Schmidt offers a pragmatic, straightforward book on... - September 05, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Looking for Jencey by Dorothy Hendry
New Biography Offers Fascinating Look at Life of Author’s Grandmother. Endearing Narrative Tells of Strong Heroine’s Life in Early 20th Century. Looking For Jencey, The Life of Lizzie Elnora Murphy Casebolt is unlike most biographies. Told in an engaging present-tense style, this... - September 05, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Squiggie's Night Out by Alice Gensler
Author Writes Family-Focused Children’s Book. Storyline Includes Themes of Family Unity and Determination. Ingenious topics for creative writing can stem from just about anywhere. Alice Gensler’s inspiration came from her cat, Mocha’s, peculiar behavior after catching a... - September 05, 2008 - iUniverse
Fourth Book in the Lesbian Adventure Club Series is Released
DLSIJ Press announces the release of the fourth book in the Lesbian Adventure Club series written by Rosalyn Wraight. "Loose Sleuths" joins "Scavengers," "Ledge Walkers," and "Savages," with book five set to be released later this year. Sales already indicate... - September 05, 2008 - DLSIJ Press
Author Lee Aaron Wilson Releases Third Killdeere Book
Treble Heart Books releases the third book by Western romantic historical fiction author Lee Aaron Wilson. - September 04, 2008 - Lee Aaron Wilson
Apress is First to Publish Spring 2.5 Books
Apress continues to publish the ever important Spring Framework titles. - September 04, 2008 - Apress Inc.
Historic Photos of Brooklyn by John B. Manbeck
Turner Publishing announces the new release, Historic Photos of Brooklyn by John B. Manbeck. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of the “City of Churches” in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - September 04, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Raise Rules for Women Helps Women Make More Money at Work September 2, 2008—Glendale, Arizona—Raise Rules for Women, the latest book from Laura C. Browne and Jill L. Ferg
Raise Rules for Women, the latest book from Laura C. Browne and Jill L. Ferguson, provides seven easy-to-follow rules to help women get salary increases at work. This self-help guide’s premise is that everyone wants to make more money and that most people even deserve more money. The authors... - September 04, 2008 - In Your Face Ink
"Graphic Excerpt" is Unique Promo for Romance Book
Romance author Diana Laurence has collaborated with artist CC Rogers to create a graphic-novel style excerpt to promote Laurence's work. - September 02, 2008 - Diana Laurence
"Into Darkness" Increases Awareness
Author Shares Story of his Struggles with Depression. - September 02, 2008 - Into Darkness
New Author Publishes First Poetry Collection on War, Politics, History, Society
Description of poetry collection, author and publisher - September 01, 2008 - E. O. Kean
Cyprus Travels and The Island of Love by Denise Larkin
Two books for sale titled Cyprus Travels by Denise Larkin and The Island of Love by Denise Larkin. Cyprus Travels is a book about the country Cyprus. Buy these at http://stores.lulu.com/store.php?fAcctID=2949344 - September 01, 2008 - Denise Larkin
US Army Soldier Turns Author with "Everland" Fantasy Trilogy
This week small independent publisher Romeo+Juliet Press announced the official release of the first volume in a new fantasy novel trilogy, “Everland Volume I: Opal’s Book of Winter” (ISBN: 978-0-615-23855-5) by author R.J. Amado. Ricardo J.Amado, who is a 26 year old 92A... - September 01, 2008 - Romeo+Juliet Press
A Sci-Fi Suspense Thriller About a High-Ranking Government Official Who Has Been in Contact with Aliens All His Life
Arkwatch holdings LLC has published a new novel - August 31, 2008 - Arkwatch holdings LLC
Suspense Thriller Novel About a Beautiful Russian Art Dealer in Arizona Who is an International Spy Using a Secret Formula to Kill Her Victims
Arkwatch holdings llc an Arizona entertainment and publishing firm presents a new novel by best selling author Erik D Stoops. - August 31, 2008 - Arkwatch holdings LLC
Bob Roll Calls A Dog in a Hat "the Most Authentic Book Ever Written" on Pro Cycling in Europe
VeloPress has published A Dog in a Hat, the remarkable story of Joe Parkin, one of the first Americans to race a bike in Europe. - August 30, 2008 - VeloPress
Self-Storage Veterans Publish Book of Money-Making Strategies
With the economy slowing, self-storage operators are looking for strategies to generate more revenue, cut expenses and increase equity. RK Kliebenstein and Jennifer LeClaire, two self-storage industry veterans, are offering straight-up advice, little-known secrets and practical tips to do just... - August 30, 2008 - Self Storage Promotions
Second Life - Monogram Virtua Sponsors 1st Annual Writers Convention and Fundraiser in Cyber Space
Monogram Virtua Sponsors Writers Convention Benefiting the Alzheimer's Association - August 29, 2008 - Monogram Virtua
Bill Mc Neice Releases His First Fantasy Novel and Shows That Wizards, Elves, Dwarfs, and Dragons Are Not Mandatory to Have a Good Story
First time novelist Bill Mc Neice is providing an example of Fantasy not requiring wizards, elves, and dragons. "The Vision of Second Samuel" is an example of fantastic things happening to ordinary people in the inner city. It is available at Barnes & Noble and from the Stores.Lulu.com/BeaJay web site. - August 29, 2008 - William J Mc Neice
The Last Black President: a Political Novel by Lamar Anthony Chesteron
The Last Black President A Political Novel By Lamar Anthony Chesteron Lamar Chesterton, a retired Immunologist who has been free lance writing on a variety of weighty topics for ten years, has just published his first novel. This timely and provocative fictional work addresses key issues the... - August 29, 2008 - Caroline Press
How Negotiating on Your Wedding Can Save You Thousands
Nicola Ray in her new book "Negotiate Your Way to a Cheap Wedding" shows couples getting married how building a relationship with the supplier and using the right language can get them what they want for their wedding. - August 28, 2008 - Nicola Ray
Book Reveals Secrets of Happy Singles, "Throwing Eggs..."
Lonely, Forlorn and Aimless Singles rejoice. Author brings quirky fun to sad single's funk. Playwright and Author, John Cosper, reveals gems from his own and friend's lives to give singles; honest talk, practical advice, and many funny stories along the way. - August 28, 2008 - RoneyZone Productions
iUniverse is Proud to Introduce Carnival of Memories by Yocasta Fareri
Carnival of Memories - Moving account of one family’s quest for freedom, love, and life in-between. Meet Lyana Lagos, and follow her as she describes her life and personal experiences being the daughter of a Dominican family that escapes one of the bloodiest dictatorships of the 20th century. - August 28, 2008 - iUniverse
My Sweet Vegan Cookbook Tour Continues in Park Slope, Popular Brooklyn Neighborhood
Finally making her way to New York, Hannah Kaminsky, author of the dessert cookbook My Sweet Vegan, is continuing her book signing tour at the Park Slope Barnes & Noble Bookstore in Brooklyn. Shoppers are invited to stop by to meet Hannah, take a peak at My Sweet Vegan, and purchase copies of... - August 28, 2008 - My Sweet Vegan
iUniverse Would Like to Introduce Carlyle Thompson and His New Release: AFRICA: a Photographic Safari
Africa -An intimate portrait of a photographers personal experience while on safari. Meet photographer Carlyle Thompson, and follow him for five days in the African Bush on an incredible personal journey as he canvases the red soil of the continent while capturing stunning pictures and... - August 28, 2008 - iUniverse
Dark Illusions Press Releases 5th Novella in Two Years
American author John Evans isn't your typical writer. He has no agent to promote his work, and so relies on the Internet to market and promote his work. That is why Dark Illusions Press is proud to announce that the self proclaimed favorite future bestseller has just published his fifth novella in two years on lulu.com, the leading online marketplace for digital content. - August 27, 2008 - Dark Illusions Press
Pets Across America --- Lessons About Life Animals Teach Us
This is information about a new pet book of stories from real people across America. The book has a unique model for community fund raising. This particular book will donate 30% of net funds to animal rescue programs across America. - August 27, 2008 - Gabriel's Guardians
Dinndayal Morgan Announces the Release of Lone Wolf: in the Company of Fools and Mystics
“Lone Wolf: In the Company of Fools and Mystics” is the story of one man’s material and spiritual quest for understanding and self-realization. Dinndayal’s story, having been born into poverty in Chicago, Illinois of African and Native American heritage, and raised in the... - August 26, 2008 - Pathfinder Institute
New Book Delivers Modern Fairytale Adventure for Young Children
In this lively fairytale, Joanne Cucinello has used a small but magical forest creature to bring alive the dreams many children can identify with. The love of adventure, the yearning to become more, the courage to conquer fear and the great teachings of compassion; these are lessons well incorporated into the charming tale of "Wanda the Wilopent". - August 26, 2008 - Joanne Cucinello
NOMA Beauty Magazine Co-Founder Maurice Woodson's Novel "Blood Don't Lie" Gets Bookstore and Hollywood Buzz
Maurice Woodson's novel Blood Don't Lie is getting buzz within the book & movie industries. The Novel which is available online now at amazon and Barnes and Noble, and will hit bookstores 9/28/08, is about a man accused of murdering his missing wife & child. - August 25, 2008 - National Online Make-up Artists
Announcing Oklahoma Author F. Lee Hayslip's New Book
Twin Territory Book Productions of Warr Acres, Oklahoma has released a new book by Oklahoma author, F. Lee Hayslip. - August 25, 2008 - Twin Territory Book Productions
Murphy Resident, Morris Howard Publishes His First Novel
Morris Howard, a talented landscape artist will capture the attention of the literary world by writing his first book and publishing it on lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Mr. Howard seized the opportunity to use his off time from his day job as a Curriculum Designer at... - August 23, 2008 - Morris O. Howard
New Book Honors Blues Women
T'ain't Nobody's Business if I Do: Classic Blues Women Old and New gives blues women like Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith and newer artists such as Bonnie Raitt the credit they deserve in a genre where blues men tend to garner the most attention. - August 23, 2008 - Rhetta Akamatsu
Breakthrough Novel, The Master Planets, Receives Raves
Another mouse roars: Debut American novel The Master Planets, discovered by a small Canadian publisher, is getting rapt attention from New York literati. - August 22, 2008 - Donald Gallinger
Speculative Realms Plan an Online Book Launch Party That Will Last for More Than 24 Hours
Writers from three major continents have joined forces to publish a speculative fiction anthology. Edited by Sasha Beattie and co-ordinated by Karen Lee Field, the anthology’s publication will be celebrated with a 24-hour+ online book launch party on 1 September 2008. Free copies of the book will be given away at the party. - August 21, 2008 - Speculative Realms
Inkwater Press Publishes English Version of Best-Selling Adventure Memoir Africa Trek
Two people. Three years. One continent. - August 21, 2008 - Inkwater Press
From UKA Press: World Wide Writing Competition
UKA Press joins UKAuthors to announce "Opening Pages 2008." This international competition for best beginnings to unpublished books will run from 31 August to 31 December 2008. Feedback will be provided by independent readers, as well as by 'Good Fairy' and 'Fiction Witch,' professional editors working as volunteers. - August 21, 2008 - UKA Press
Horseman Magazine Makes Online Debut
In August 2008, Horseman Magazine, a web exclusive, was founded to provide a place for those who ride, care for, or just otherwise love horses to come together and find/share useful information. Since Horseman is a webzine only, readers must access it via www.horsemanmagazine.com. A range of... - August 20, 2008 - Horseman Magazine
Bud Collins to Host Numerous Book Signings During 2008 U.S. Open
Tennis Historian and Author of the New Book The Bud Collins History of Tennis Begins Signings at U.S. Open’s New SoHo Retail Store on Prince Street on Sunday, August 24 From 5 to 7 pm. Daily Signings Scheduled for First Week at U.S. Open Bookstore in South Plaza. - August 20, 2008 - New Chapter Press
New Book, Yet Another Poetry Book, the First by Kadi Soltanian
Kadi Soltanian writes and publishes her first book of poetry, or you may call it verse. "The Writers Affliction" - August 20, 2008 - Kadi Soltanian
New Book Champion by Miles Cobbett ISBN 0741444186
Press Release for the New Book Champion... by Miles Cobbett ISBN 0741444186 by AlaskaMiles The Book Champion...by Miles Cobbett, ISBN 0741444186, was published by Infinity Publishing in January 2008. The book has quickly developed a fan base of loyal readers in the town where it was written:... - August 20, 2008 - Miles Cobbett Author
Newly Released Nonfiction-The Certain Ones: You're Not Forsaken. You're Chosen for Purpose.
Why do certain ones suffer more than other people do? That is the question she wanted answered. No longer a peripheral bystander she will embark on her own private journey. On this journey, she deals with personal issues that have been handicapping her life. On her path, she encounters hurt and rejection. She will discover she was not forsaken but chosen for purpose. - August 19, 2008 - thecertainones
South Carolina Author Barbara A. Perry Annouces Release of First and Second Books
South Carolina author, Barbara A. Perry, has announced release of two inspirational books, 'Highly Favored With Wisdom To Profit In Life, and "God's Call To Rise Higher In Life." Both books are based upon the teachings of Christ Jesus. - August 17, 2008 - Barbara A. Perry
Attacks on Bathers on the Rise. Mikemonahanbooks.com Just Released Barracuda, the Novel. This Frightening Book of Fiction is Scaring Swimmers Around the Globe.
Barracuda is a fast-paced story in which international intrigue, environmental catastrophe, and the sense of cultural pride collide. Even on vacation, Mick O’Shaughnessy is a detective at heart, and he refuses to fly away from the chaos in this island paradise until all questions are answered and feelings of safety and justice take over the atoll. - August 15, 2008 - mikemonahanbooks.com
Janis Publications is Giving 1,000 of Its New Book Conflict Revolution: Mediating Evil, War, Injustice and Terrorism, by Dr. Kenneth Cloke, to ‘Thought Leaders’ Globally
Conflict Revolution by noted author Dr. Kenneth Cloke combines experience and intelligence with pragmatic and enduring solutions to the conflict in our world, in our country, society and in our environment. It will change the way you see the world and your important role in its future. - August 15, 2008 - Janis Publications
Janis Publications Publishes Conflict Revolution: Mediating Evil, War, Injustice and Terrorism, by Author, Mediator and Attorney Dr. Kenneth Cloke
Conflict Revolution by noted author Dr. Kenneth Cloke combines experience and intelligence with pragmatic and enduring solutions to the conflict in our world, in our country, society and in our environment. It will change the way you see the world and your important role in its future. - August 15, 2008 - Janis Publications
Janis Publications Publishes Day After Day the Price You Pay: Managing Your Second-Hand Shock™ by Authors Dr. Ellie Izzo and Vicki Carpel Miller
For the 100 million helping professionals worldwide, Day After Day - The Price You Pay answers the question “How do you do this every day?” - August 15, 2008 - Janis Publications
Janis Publications Publishes "It’s All Your Fault!" – 12 Tips for Managing People Who Blame Others for Everything, by Author Bill Eddy
“It’s All Your Fault!” – 12 Tips for Managing People Who Blame Others for Everything is for everyone who is or will be a target of blame, whether at home or with neighbors, co-workers, employees, bosses, customers, investors or business partners. - August 15, 2008 - Janis Publications
New Book from Transaction Publishers May Connect the Dots and Examine the Myths and Realities of Our Government Policies and Programs
Contrary to much rhetoric, author Peggy Wireman argues that America does not suffer from a loss of family values, but from a shift in business practices and public commitments. In her new book, Connecting the Dots, Wireman shows how millions of Americans face significant challenges as they conduct... - August 15, 2008 - Transaction Publishers