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New Novel Questioning 9/11 by Al Francis
Evil in high places is the theme of an action-packed novel by Al Francis which hits the internet bookstand this month. Published by Lulu.com, Death at Angel Bay tells the story of an American journalist engaged in a search for his brother who had been assumed killed on 9/11. The journalist, Colin... - March 31, 2008 - Al Francis
Historic Photos of Gainesville by: Steve Rajtar
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Gainesville by: Steve Rajtar. This 10x10 large black-and-white book tells the pictorial narrative of Gainesville through stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - March 30, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Now Hear This - Bathroom Readers' Institute Announces Release of Uncle John's Bathroom Reader Plunges Into Music
Sit Back, Take Off Your Headphones, and Enjoy this Harmonious Collection of Music’s Most Noteworthy Moments. - March 29, 2008 - Portable Press
Author Publishes Books on Kindle
James Hewitt RN, author of Sick Building Syndrome, The Christmas Tree, and Ramblings has agreed to have theses titles available thru Amazon.com's digital platform, Kindle. - March 29, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing
Author Publishes First Band Nerds Poetry Book
DJ Corchin opens the door to the wonderful world of “Band Nerds” with international availability of Band Nerds Poetry From The 13th Chair Trombone Player. - March 28, 2008 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
U.S. Boycott of 1980 Olympic Games Detailed in New Book "Boycott: Stolen Dreams of the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games." Vice President Walter Mondale Pens Foreword for Book.
American athletes denied opportunity to compete in boycotted 1980 Olympic Games and the geo-political circumstances surrounding the boycott featured in latest book by identical twin authors Tom Caraccioli and Jerry Caraccioli. - March 27, 2008 - New Chapter Press
New Book ‘Alone’ Explores the Existential Loneliness That Connects All Humanity
The novella deals with the existential aloneness which we all face, a fact that is accentuated by the poor communication skills of many people. To portray this dilemma, a series of characters, their actions and thoughts are shown. The story continues from one persona to the next, linked together by some details, even accidental ones. - March 27, 2008 - Astemari Publisher
Elizabeth Bublitz, Author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, Will be at Barnes & Noble on May 3 for a Book Signing
Elizabeth Bublitz, author of Pawfriendly Landscapes, will be at Barnes & Noble on May 3 for a book signing at 1565 Briargate Blvd; Colorado Springs, CO 80920. For more information please go to www.pawfriendlylandscapes or contact Barnes & Noble at 719-266-9960 - March 26, 2008 - Pawfriendly Landscapes, Inc.
VioletteReid.com Urges You to Undergo an Adventurous Fright with Out of Night
The First Chronicle of Zayashariya: Out of Night (ISBN-10:09799757-6-9 & ISBN-13: 978-0-9799757-6-X ) Close your eyes and permit your mind to wander. Imagine the deepest crevice of Hell and walking among the most nightmarish abominations that your mind can conjure up. Allow the hair on the back... - March 25, 2008 - violettereid.com
220 Communications Searches for New Author in "Writing Your Dream" Contest
220 Communications announces Book Contest to release a book by new author. - March 25, 2008 - 220 Communications
Biblical and Latter-Day Saint Principle-Centered Topical Guides Now Available Electronically
Electronic versions of the Principles with Promise series which catalogs thousands of principles, doctrines and values found in scripture are now available. Access to these new scriptural concordances will allow teachers and researchers from all Christian denominations to more quickly locate valued principles for personal studies, sermons and teaching assignments. - March 24, 2008 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
From Clutter to a Work of Art You Will Share Forever
The Picasso Kid creates quality books out of your children’s artwork. - March 24, 2008 - The Picasso Kid
Bringing Home the Baking Provides Inside Scoop on How to Start a Licensed Home-Based Baking Business
Author Quincella C. Geiger, announces the release of her new book, "Bringing Home the Baking," (ISBN: 9-780-615-145-181) that reveals the secrets to setting up a successful home-based baking business. - March 24, 2008 - Quincella C. Geiger
EbookoMatic Releases First Novel by Karen Barraugh
Gregsport's main character is Anna Reynolds, a beautiful young woman who is about to start her exciting career as a high school history teacher in a quaint little town called Gregsport. Dreaming of this for a long time, she feels prepared for anything, but when she arrives she finds danger waiting for her. - March 24, 2008 - Ebookomatic.com
Truth and Consequences
In the wake of another fake-memoir controversy, a Pennsylvania author and memoir-writing teacher encourages a focus on the facts. - March 23, 2008 - Pearlsong Press
Arbor Books is Proud to Announce the Release of the New Book -- Through the Eyes of Madness by Gary Garner
There are several organizations that promote donating money to sponsor families around the world, but few are run by people who have had the opportunity of living amongst those they aim to help. Gary Garner, a vagabond for the twenty-first century and author of the new book Through the Eyes of... - March 22, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
iUniverse Delivers the Bracket-Buster Bonanza to Authors
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced its “Bracket-Buster Bonanza” publishing specials for late March. The specials include an offer to save as much as $200 on a publishing package. The promotion is valid through midnight,... - March 21, 2008 - iUniverse
Historic Photos of Pittsburgh by: Miriam Meislik
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Pittsburgh by: Miriam Meislik. This 10x10 book showcases the pictorial narrative of “Steeltown, USA,” in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - March 21, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Author K. Kylyra Ameringer Launches New Website to Promote Book
Dark World International is proud to announce the launch of www.dnet-demonspace.com to showcase the satirical writings of K. Kylyra Ameringer. - March 21, 2008 - Dark World International
Arbor Books is Proud to Announce the Release of the New Book "Rising Above the Influence" by Stephen Della Valle
DUIs, incriminating paparazzi photos, erratic public behavior—Hollywood handlers have found a convenient way to excuse the bad habits of their rich and famous clients: Send them to rehab. - March 20, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
A Personal Journey "Finding Wings with Shattered Pieces"
In the release of her first book, A Personal Journey, Finding Wings with Shattered Pieces, Phyllis outlines a proven 12 Stage Path, as she fought for survival in a world that was dark, distant and totally unfamiliar. Using these personalized stages, Phyllis conducts motivational and life skills seminars empowering people to reach beyond their current trials or setbacks to become the person God intended them to be. - March 20, 2008 - Phyllis Bedford
Provocative New Book Challenges Today’s Childrearing Practices, Earns Critical Praise
In her latest book, Ships Without A Shore: America’s Undernurtured Children, Anne R. Pierce submits that today’s childrearing trends may just spell the death of childhood—the crucial stage in human development. Pierce takes a hard look at the emerging data on the effects of day... - March 20, 2008 - Ships Without A Shore
Author, James Hewitt, RN to Donate Book Sales to Scouts of America
James Hewitt, RN author of "Ramblings" will donate all sales from his newest book equally to the Boy and Girl Scouts of America. Mr. Hewitt is an Assistant Scoutmaster with Katonah Troop 1 in New York. This book is filled from front to back with material that will make even the grumpiest... - March 20, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing
Author, James P. Hewitt, RN Donates One Grand to Charity
James P. Hewitt, RN donated roughly one thousand dollars from last years sales of the book titled, "The Christmas Tree." - March 20, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing
Obtaining Financial Security Through Smart Investments Explained in The Real Estate Coach
Multimillionaire Founder of ActionCOACH Outlines Rules of Investing in Real Estate to Become Financially Successful. - March 20, 2008 - ActionCOACH
iUniverse Announces the Release of Mary Ellen Erickson’s New Book, Geezettes: The Adventures of Seven Retired Women
New book explores romance and life in the golden years. - March 19, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Announces the Release of Stan Lynde’s New Western Novel, Summer Snow: A Merlin Fanshaw Western
New book takes readers back to the lawless Wild West. - March 19, 2008 - iUniverse
"The Weather For Today" - Featuring The Kasperians
The Kasperians are back with their second children's interactive book titled; The Weather For Today. - March 18, 2008 - The Kasperians
"A New Year's Family" Author, Illustrator and Narrator - Cookie Grimes Will be Doing a Book Signing at Garden of Read'n at 1:00 on March 22, 2008
Cookie Grimes will be doing a Book Signing at 1:00, March 22, 2008 at Garden of Read'n located at 2621 Brooks St, Missoula, MT. Cookie writes children's books that help seed ideas into a child's mind about the tools we all need to get through life. Cookie's goals in writing children's books is to... - March 17, 2008 - Cookie Grimes
Free "99 Success Secrets of Jesus" Coaching Blog Announced by Author Don Daniel Ortiz
Learn how to bridge-the-gap between professional and spiritual success with a free 99 Success Secrets of Jesus coaching blog. - March 16, 2008 - Don Daniel Ortiz
Kirkus Discoveries Newsletter Features Three iUniverse Authors in the March Edition
Three iUniverse titles, The Marrying Kind by Heather Conrad, The Watering of Stones by Whalen Colter Elmore and Cows and Cats Eating Cabbages by Jeff Schilling received excellent reviews in the March 2008 issue of the Kirkus Discoveries e-newsletter. In Cows and Cats Eating Cabbages, Jeff... - March 16, 2008 - iUniverse
Hollywood Screenwriter Makes Good…Then Bad
Hollywood screenwriter becomes pschyotherapist and then turns to writing dark mysteries. - March 16, 2008 - Tallfellow Press
Electropolis - Murder and Intrigue in the Good Old-Fashioned Future
Dean Motter's popular comic book series available once more in two e-publishing editions. - March 16, 2008 - Dean Motter
2008 Edition of The Complete eBay Marketing System Announced by SkipMcGrath.com
Vision-One Press announced that the new 2008 edition of The Complete eBay Marketing System by eBay Gold PowerSeller, Skip McGrath is now available at www.skipmcgrath.com. The Complete eBay Marketing System for eBay sellers, first published in 2002 has been continuously updated each year to reflect... - March 15, 2008 - Vision-One Press
Free Irish Novel for Everyone in Celebration of St. Patrick's Day
A free copy of the Irish novel 'When Gaelic Spirits Wake' by Andrea Scholer is available at www.irishnovel.com. - March 15, 2008 - Mallette House Books
Book Promotion, New Style: Novelist Makes Maximum Use of Internet Technology
Novelist Mike Reeves-McMillan is using 21st-century technology including blogging and podcasting to promote his novel set in the Renaissance. - March 15, 2008 - C-Side Media
iUniverse Announces the Release of Jim Bendat's Democracy’s Big Day
Jim Bendat’s clever, concise, and humorous take on the quirky and curious history behind every presidential Inauguration, from George Washington in 1789 to the present. Written by a highly sought-after expert on the rituals, traditions, and lore of presidential inaugurations, Democracy’s Big Day: The Inauguration of Our President 1789-2009 is that rare gem of a history book that informs and entertains readers with the fascinating anecdotes that can truly happen only in real life. - March 15, 2008 - iUniverse
February Adds Thirteen iUniverse Titles to Reader’s Choice Designated Rank
Thirteen iUniverse titles received the highly desired Reader’s Choice designation from iUniverse during the month of February. The iUniverse Reader's Choice designation recognizes authors who have achieved both editorial excellence and sales success. Authors reach the Reader's Choice level... - March 15, 2008 - iUniverse
Pennsylvania Based Entrepreneur, Dentist and Author, Dr. Joe Capista, Reaches #1 Amazon.com Bestseller Status
What Can a Dentist Teach You About Business, Life and Success? Discover Secrets to Achieving Total Success, achieved bestseller status in two Amazon.com categories; entrepreneurship and motivation & self-improvement on Tuesday, March 4, 2008 - March 14, 2008 - Dr. Joe Capista
Twenty-Seven iUniverse Titles Selected as Finalists in ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Awards
Twenty-seven iUniverse titles have been selected as finalists in ForeWord Magazine's Tenth Annual Book of the Year Awards. For more than three years, iUniverse has led the finalist count for print-on-demand publishers in the Book of the Year Awards. ForeWord’s book awards program focuses on... - March 13, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Announces the Release of the Smith Family's The Tattered Tapestry
One Family’s Mission: Bring Awareness to Bipolar Disorder. A new book shows the pain and despair of mental illness. - March 13, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Announces the Release of Danea Gorbett's Adopted Teens Only
So I’m Adopted, Now What? New book aims to help adopted teenagers understand their past, present and future. - March 13, 2008 - iUniverse
Creating Buzz to Attract Dollars: Brad Sugars Releases Instant Promotions
Multimillionaire Founder of ActionCOACH Explains Keys to Crafting Smart Promotional Campaigns. - March 13, 2008 - ActionCOACH
Queen Writes Christian Poetry Book for Ladies in Their 20’s
Desire and Fear Nothing - Young author urges women to believe in the power of being kind and living fearlessly. - March 13, 2008 - D.A.B. Ink Publishing, Inc.
"How to Survive… the Horrible Ex-Wife" Released as First in a Series of Online eBooks
Adriana Murray, first-time author, deals with the horrors of being a second-wife and handling the daily pressures of dealing with the new husband’s ex, mother of the step-children. - March 13, 2008 - Fairy Stepmonster
Outskirts Press Announces the World I Imagine, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Peace Book from Casa Grande, AZ Author Debbie Jordan
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The World I Imagine: A Creative Manual for Ending Poverty and Building Peace by Debbie Jordan, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback in the Peace category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - March 12, 2008 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Book Publication Reveals Breakthrough Solution
As wealthy Canadian author Robert Kite says, “Twenty-years ago I was an ordinary worker. My wife and I realized that our savings would not provide us with our retirement dream, so I adapted a scheme that I had devised for my professional work. I am pleased to share it with my readers.” - March 12, 2008 - Robert Kite, Author
Hoffer Award Announces 2008 Montaigne Medal Finalists
The Eric Hoffer Book Award committee announces the 2008 Montaigne Medal finalists via Hopewell Publications. - March 12, 2008 - Hopewell Publications
Trinity Church Photography Exhibit and Sale
Trinity Church invites you to an evening of wine, cheese, and special desserts along with beautiful photographs of the historic Trinity Episcopal Church building on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $10.00 at the door. - March 11, 2008 - House of Sampson Creations
Outskirts Press Announces Crush, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Poetry Book from Davenport, IA Author Jodie Toohey
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Crush: and Other Love Poems for Girls by Jodie Toohey, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback in the Poetry category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail... - March 11, 2008 - Outskirts Press, Inc.