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Wineville Chicken Coop Murders Unraveled in Self Published Book
Nothing Is Strange with You is a self-published book that talks about Gordon Stewart Northcott’s case in the Wineville Chicken Coop murders. - January 15, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Storyteller from the Heartland: Long Time Writer/Poet Publishes First Book
Ohio author Phillip Early Maynard has long delighted his local fans, friends and family with his unique storytelling and writing style that is both traditional and original. Now he plans to share a little of his work with the world by publishing it on Lulu.com. - January 15, 2009 - Phillip Maynard
Novelist Sees (Green) Ghosts; Shannon Delaney Cozy Paranormal Mystery Series is Eco-Friendly
Elizabeth Eagan-Cox chooses eco-friendly electronic (e-book) publishing as primary format for series of cozy paranormal mystery novels set in various California locations. - January 15, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Rebirth of the Dark Ones by Clint Charles Fryer
First-Time Author Publishes Fantasy Book for Kids His Book Provides an Entertaining and Valuable Read for Tweens Inspired by all types of science fiction and action-packed adventures, author and father Clint Charles Fryer wrote his first fantasy tale of his own, one that could be especially... - January 15, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Oracle’s Legacy: Children of Sun by Rosa Holbrook
New Novel Offers Intense Storyline of Politics, Power and Family Thousands of years after the most advanced civilization lived openly together, its members have dispersed throughout society, playing out political struggles while living among a human population that is not aware of their presence. - January 15, 2009 - iUniverse
Biggest Listings of Chinese New Year Events in US and Canada Released to Public
This 2009, the Chinese New Year starts on January 26 and is called the Year of the Ox. Dates for events range from January through February 2009. Event organizers include local Chamber of Commerce, Chinese historical societies, and Casinos. - January 14, 2009 - childbook.com
New Self-Publishing Book Selected as 2009 Member Benefit by National Association of Women Writers
Publishize by Susan Daffron Describes New Approach to Self-Publishing. - January 13, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
L&L Dreamspells is the New Publisher for the Funny Silver Sisters Mysteries Series
Authors Morgan St. James and Phyllice Bradner are delighted that their new publishers share their sense of humor. L&L Dreamspells, is the new publisher for the funny, award-winning Silver Sisters Mysteries series. - January 13, 2009 - Silver Sisters Mysteries
Vanessa Morgan's Creepy Thriller Drowned Sorrow - Out Now
Vanessa Morgan's creepy thriller Drowned Sorrow has just been released and is now available in bookstores everywhere around the world. Even before its official release, Drowned Sorrow has been nothing less than an online phenomenon. Thousands of readers have been asking about the book and have visited its website www.drowned-sorrow.com to play the horror movie quiz, watch the remarkable clips from horror movies, discover the enticing book trailer or simply learn more about the book. - January 13, 2009 - Vanessa Morgan
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Behold the Eyes of an Eagle
New Poetry Collection Offers Words that Uplift in Difficult Times. With so many Americans struggling, Keenan Robinson offers his new poetry collection, Behold the Eyes of an Eagle, as a source of motivation and encouragement. His words were written to provide inspiration to anyone who is trying to... - January 13, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Make It Happen by Justin Honaman
Top 7 Ways to Brand Yourself. Learn how to live out your personal brand each day. Americans are influenced by brands every second of the day; everything from chewing gum, to fitness equipment, to airlines. The goal of a brand is to represent the essence of a company, product or service, while at... - January 13, 2009 - iUniverse
Recent Home Losses Hits Home with Local Author, and as a Result, She Vows to Pay It Forward Through Her Book Sales
Losing your home, no matter the cause, of course means the end of one chapter of your life, but the good news is that it is also the beginning of another. Ohio author, Vida Langdon, has been through the devastation of losing her home first hand. In fact, she has written about overcoming such... - January 12, 2009 - Vida Langdon
New Book Shows Writers How to Get Published
Writer's Digest book shows writers how to land an agent, book deal or magazine assignment. - January 11, 2009 - Wendy Burt-Thomas
More Chinese Language Textbooks to Accommodate Increase in Chinese Language Studies in the US
ChildBook is an online bookstore that specializes in providing learn-Chinese materials. It currently has 6 textbook series that may be used by younger children, elementary grades to upper level students, including adults. - January 10, 2009 - childbook.com
New Book Chronicles the Struggles of the Terminally Ill and Their Families
In Your Face Ink recently published Beautiful Sadness: The Journey of Hope and Compassion Through Life and Loss by Joy Jennings, a hospice nurse. - January 09, 2009 - In Your Face Ink
Mr. T: A Real Black Super Hero
With the outcome of the recent US elections, the time seems perfect for a real black super hero. British publisher Mohawk Media have answered this call with the worldwide launch of their graphic novel starring TV tough guy, Mr. T. Author Christopher Bunting says: “Since the announcement of... - January 09, 2009 - Mohawk Media
Historic Photos of the University of Florida by Steve Rajtar
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of the University of Florida by Steve Rajtar. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of the University of Florida in stunning, archival images. - January 08, 2009 - Turner Publishing Company
Ingram DigitalSM Adds to Expanding Roster of International Customers with Canadian Research Knowledge Network Deal
Ingram Digital recently joined forces with Canadian Research Knowledge Network Deal. By combining companies, more Canadian universities and other scholar customers will have the ability to access premium e-book content from leading academic publishers. - January 08, 2009 - Ingram Digital
Jack Gunthridge Publishing Takes on the Book Industry
Jack Gunthridge Publishing fights the standards of the book publishing industry in an attempt to make sure that its book stays out of the hands of children. - January 07, 2009 - Jack Gunthridge Publishing
Stay at Home Mom Launches www.burbysbooks.com to Sell Award-Winning Educational Children’s Books
Amy Burbank, stay at home mother of three, combines her passion for kids and books by launching a new website that sells educational books, children’s literature, story books for kids and classic children’s books. - January 07, 2009 - Amys Usborne Books at Home
Chinese Games Kids Can Play This Chinese New Year
ChildBook.com formally released today the Chinese Games section for kids. It contains ten games usually played in China and Taiwan. First batch of featured games are: Da Fong Chui (a game similar to Simon Says), Luo Bu Dun, Shan Dian Didi, Chinese Tag and more. - January 07, 2009 - childbook.com
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of The Complete Guide to Log Homes by Clyde and Jeffrey Cremer
Seasoned Log Home Professionals Publish Guide for Buyers Authors’ Book Provides Pertinent Information from Start of Project to Finish With the move toward more energy-efficient living and the widespread use of “kit homes”, log home development has seen a steady increase even in... - January 07, 2009 - iUniverse
New Children's Picture Book: Five Baby Swans Cross the Bundoran Road
In Stunning Photos, this picture book tells the story of how a swan mother and father overcame obstacles to get their five newly hatched babies across the busy Bundoran Road to the salt marsh on the other side. - January 06, 2009 - Jane Gilgun Books
The Wine Seekers is Now Available
The Wine Seekers is released. The Wine Seekers: A shattered dream, a guarded family secret, and forbidden love take Nicola Romolo on a perilous quest to reclaim his family’s fortune. - January 05, 2009 - Linda Bilodeau
Historic Photos of Montana by Gary Glynn
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Montana by Gary Glynn. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of Montana through stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - January 04, 2009 - Turner Publishing Company
Liberty States Fiction Writers to Hold Its First Meeting
Liberty States Fiction Writers believes that the exchange of information between writers in different genres is beneficial to all writers and invites you to join. - January 03, 2009 - Liberty States Fiction Writers
First in Series of Cell/Mobile Phone-Sized Stories Now Available
Light Pages, LLC, an iPublisher, has released the first in its series of "Mobile Mysteries" designed for tiny screens and commuters with only a few minutes to kill. The Evil That Men Do is now available one-short-story-per-download at www.lulu.com. Commuters with iPhones can access these... - January 02, 2009 - Light Pages, LLC
A Self-Published Book Was the Most Critically Acclaimed Book of 2008
What does being critically acclaimed actually mean? Does it mean that one book has more sales than another book? Does it mean that one book has bigger names behind it? Is a book critically acclaimed because publishers say it is? - January 02, 2009 - MG
When the Buddha Met Bubba: Bestselling Non-Fiction Author, John Lee, Sells First Novel to Turner Publishing
John Lee, best-selling author of sixteen non-fiction books, has sold his first novel, a southern comedy entitled When the Buddha Met Bubba, to Nashville-based Turner Publishing. When The Buddha Met Bubba is a whimsical fantasy that deals with the integrity and surrender that comes when a likeable redneck (Bubba) meets his magical mentor, Pu Tai (one of the many names for The Buddha), as they set off on an unusual journey. - January 02, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Bestselling E-book
Lauri Robinson's latest novel, Shotgun Bride, The Quinter Brides Book One has been on the Fictionwise Bestselling List for the past several weeks. - January 02, 2009 - Lauri Robinson
New Scripture-Based Gift Book and Musical Book Trailer Released
An usual gift book and its related music video/book trailer are being released by author Howard F. Clarke. Employing a flowing documentary style with a moody soundtrack, the two-minute book trailer promotes this new book in a way that rivals big studio trailers. - December 31, 2008 - howardfclarke.com
New Book for Writers Prompts Daily Inspiration
Writers and would-be writers often complain about writer’s block or not being able to think of ideas, but a new book from Smink Works Books has the answer. A Year of Writing Inspiration: A prompt a day for the creative writer provides 365 writing exercises so the writer can be creative and... - December 31, 2008 - Smink Works Books
One Poet's Journey, a Poetry Book by the 2007 Poet of the Year Nominee, Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird
Please, go to http://www.lulu.com/content/4623591 for a free preview. You will not be disappointed. Thia is a collection of award winning poetry by the 2007 International Library of Poetry's Poet of the Year Nominee, Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird. Dr. Laird has won numerous Editors Choice Awards through the International Library of Poetry and the International Society of Poets. Here you will find some of his very best as well as his most compelling work. - December 30, 2008 - Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird
Readers Get a "Close-up" of Amazon E-book by Kohl
A Kindle e-book edition of Renee Kohl's novel, It's Time for Your Close-up, is now available on Amazon.com for the retail price of $9.95. - December 30, 2008 - SM Group Publishing
Internet Music Marketing 2009 Combining Traditional and Web 2.0
Internet Music Marketing ebooks and videos for the 2009 and beyond music artist. Trent Partridge author of the new book "Internet Marketing for Music Artist, Models and Entertainers" put this helpful package together. - December 30, 2008 - 10Edge
Green Sugar Press Announces the Release of Children’s Book "An Environmental Guide from A to Z"
Green Sugar Press delivers a must-have book for all parents who aim to "grow green minds." By examining the elements, habitats and cycles in nature, "An Environmental Guide" introduces basic environmental science to elementary school readers. With a compelling narrative and unforgettable images "An Environmental Guide" brings an awareness of how the world works and encourages kids to explore and connect with nature nearby. - December 29, 2008 - Green Sugar Press
Historic Photos of Vermont by Ginger Gellman
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Vermont by Ginger Gellman. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of the state of Vermont in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - December 25, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
New Book Decodes the Word of God, Reveals Hard Truth and Contradictions to Tradition
Presented as nonfiction, the book The Word of God: What it Really Meant Volume I presents a novel interpretation of the word of God and the gospel according to John, the disciple of Jesus, through a unique and ingenious method of deciphering the words and verses from the scriptures to the documents in the life of Jesus. - December 24, 2008 - Job Ovenda
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Witchcanery by Sandra Bell Kirchman
Fantasy Writer Publishes Adventurous Tale. Her Book Delves into the Imaginative Realms of Witches and Wizards. After her soul was stirred by the wonder of The Wizard of Oz, six-year-old Sandra Bell Kirchman vowed that one day she would write stories that would send the mind and spirit into a... - December 24, 2008 - iUniverse
California Attorney Darren T. Kavinoky Co-Authors New Book on DUI Defense
California defense lawyer Darren T. Kavinoky is the author of a chapter of a groundbreaking new book on DUI defense written by the state’s top attorneys. Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California: Leading Lawyers on Understanding the DMV’s Involvement in the Case, Reviewing... - December 23, 2008 - DarrenKavinoky.com
Novel: Redemption by Wayne Sharrocks Publishers: Pegasus Elliot MacKenzie Publishers Ltd
Redemption by Wayne Sharrocks is a debut novel that was shortlisted for Channel 4 television's 'Richard & Judy Book-Club Competition', before being nominated for both the Guardian First Book Award & The McKitterick Prize. - December 23, 2008 - Pegasus Elliot Mackenzie Publishers Ltd
Ambience Promotions Announces the Release of Turn Me On: How To Attract A Man
Ambience Promotions 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 The... - December 23, 2008 - Darren G. Burton
Free eReport Strengthens Your Marriage This Christmas
Beckham Publications Group is offering a free eReport download of Vanessa and Deron Snyder’s “50 Ways to Put Christ Back in Your Marriage” in honor of the holiday spirit. - December 23, 2008 - Beckham Publications Group
BooksofSoul.com Presents Interviews with Authors Leslie Banks and Michele Andrea Bowen
BooksofSoul.com interviews 2008 Essence Magazine Storyteller of the Year, Leslie Banks, and Essence Magazaine bestselling author, Michele Andrea Bowen. They discuss their new books, the support from their readers, and their writing. - December 21, 2008 - Books of Soul
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Michael by Ann O’Farrell
What became of Michael? O’Farrell’s latest novel tells the story of the youngest of Norah’s Children. In Michael, author Ann O’Farrell answers the question on the lips of everyone that read her debut novel, Norah’s Children, “Where’s... - December 21, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Norah’s Children by Ann O’Farrell
Abandoned, Norah’s Children struggle to reunite. O’Farrell beguiles with a tale of loss and love in 1920s rural Ireland. In Norah’s Children, an Irish family’s bond endures as author Ann O’Farrell brilliantly weaves the story of how a sister’s love can overcome... - December 21, 2008 - iUniverse
Serial Fiction Magazine Publishes Year End Compilation
Adam Graham, Editor-in-Chief of Laser & Sword, announced today that the serial fiction magazine has released the 2008 compilation issue. This issue of the magazine reprints all the stories printed in the quarterly publication throughout the year. Laser & Sword is the brainchild of Adam... - December 20, 2008 - Laser & Sword Magazine
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups: The Untold Story by Andrew Reese
Sweet combination equals amazing results for Reese The untold story of the man who created one of America’s most beloved candies In REESE’S Peanut Butter Cups: The Untold Story, author Andrew Reese tells the life story of one of America’s greatest entrepreneurs and creator of... - December 20, 2008 - iUniverse
AuthorHouse Announces Its Top Ten Best-Selling Titles for November 2008
AuthorHouse, the leading provider of self-publishing and marketing services for authors around the globe, has announced its top ten best-selling titles for November 2008. 1. The Little Light Shines Bright by Juliette Goodrich 2. The Midnight Window by Edward Scott 3. The Accidental Teacher: Life... - December 20, 2008 - AuthorHouse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Women & Mutual Funds: Gain Understanding and Be in Control by Donald S. Gudhus
New Guide to Mutual Funds Puts Investing Power into Women’s Hands In a time of trying economic uncertainty, Donald S. Gudhus’ new book, Women & Mutual Funds: Gain Understanding and Be in Control, serves as a guidebook that empowers readers about investing for the future. He... - December 20, 2008 - iUniverse