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There’s a New Adventurer on the Block: Darcy The Daydreamer, a New Book by Ann M. Ciarico
American author and illustrator, Ann M. Ciarico introduces her new paperback book, Darcy The Daydreamer. Darcy is an adorable red-headed little girl, whose everyday observation of life inevitably catapults her into exciting daydream adventures. This 40 page, colorful paperback picture book is published by Daydream Enterprizes. It can be found everywhere in bookstores as well as online including Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com and Lulu.com. - February 25, 2008 - Daydream Enterprizes
New Principle-Centered Topical Guide for Latter-Day Saints
Celestine Publishing released a softbound version of Principles with Promise: for Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a New Principle-Centered Topical Guide - February 24, 2008 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Local Author Completes Trilogy Chronicling Robin Hood’s Descendants
Following closely on the heels of the first two installments in his historical fiction trilogy – book one, Song of Sherwood and book two, The Quest for Prester John; St. Louis novelist Edward Philip White completes his multi-generational saga with book three, The Fountain of Goliath. In the... - February 24, 2008 - Edward Philip White
Shades of Truth Introduces a Compelling New Twist on Action and Adventure Fiction
Author J.K. Scott blends past, present and future in the story of Tyler Moore - February 24, 2008 - iUniverse
Taking God from the Boardroom to the Football Field
The Full Contact Rules for the Christian Manager takes the unique approach of using a single verse from Proverbs as the foundation for each chapter, and then challenging some of the most common behaviors found in corporate America by evaluating their rationale within the context of a professional football team. It’s the end of the boring business book. - February 23, 2008 - Newgate, Inc.
Historical Events Serve as Backbone for the Horns of Moses
Does one murder merit another, if its sole purpose is reparation? Inspired by Middle East controversy and his Jewish roots, David Brandin takes a close look at the moral dilemmas faced when justice is desired at any cost in his political thriller, The Horns of Moses. With actual historical conflicts occurring in Palestine and Israel serving as the backbone of the novel, Brandin presents a fascinating and chilling plot line so realistic readers will be on the edge of their seats. - February 23, 2008 - iUniverse
Sky Pirates Issue #1 Debuts at MA Comic Book Show
The latest publication from Free Lunch Comics is having a release party on Sunday February 24, 2008. - February 23, 2008 - Free Lunch Comics
Workshop for Writers Shares Tips to Get Published, Promoted and Paid
Self-publishing workshop shows potential authors how to get from paper to print. The author-publisher who smartly produces a book can keep a bigger share of the profits. - February 23, 2008 - Knowledge Wealth Series
A New Novelette by the Turkish Author Askin Ozcan, on the Way to be an Exciting Film: The Red Submarine
Askin Ozcan, originally a native of Istanbul, Turkey, has recently copyrighted "The Red Submarine," a novelette, for a film of espionage, suspense, romance, music and humor. - February 23, 2008 - Askin Ozcan
Who Are You? A Scarecrow - A Tin Man - A Cowardly Lion - A Wizard
Dr. Salminen explores the masculine journey by reconsidering what it means to be fathers, husbands, brothers, and friends. By weaving the journey among the characters from The Wizard of Oz, he exposes many of the boxes men allow themselves to be cast into, forcing them to honestly consider their lives and relationships. - February 22, 2008 - Newgate, Inc.
Divorced Catholics Now Have a Resource They Can Turn to
The New Book, “Divorced. Catholic. Now What?” Gives Accurate, Much Needed Answers on being a Divorced Catholic - February 22, 2008 - Journey of Hope Productions
Author Writes First Emergency Preparation Guide For Apple “IPhone” & “Sony Reader”
Mississippi author writes the first ever “Emergency Preparation Guides” for Apple IPhones & Sony Readers. These two ebooks were uploaded, formatted, converted, published, & available at Lulu.com. - February 22, 2008 - Russell Innovations, LLC
iUniverse Launches Express Publishing Package
The iUniverse Express Publishing Package is set to expedite the publishing process for authors to publish a book quickly and capitalize on a publicity or special event without sacrificing quality. - February 22, 2008 - iUniverse
Neurologist Turned Thriller Fiction Author
Gives Readers an Intriguing Insight into Medical and Political Worlds. - February 22, 2008 - iUniverse
Politics to Romance, Employment to Taxes; Tough Questions – Good Answers Offers Technique for Answering Difficult Questions in Every-Day Life
New Book Shows How to Take Control of Tough Questions Asked in Your Professional or Personal Life and How to Answer Them Effectively. How many times have you been asked a question by your lover, boss, child or even an IRS agent that left you speechless? That will never happen to you again thanks to the new book Tough Questions – Good Answers: Taking Control of Any Interview (Capital Books). - February 21, 2008 - Calcagni Media
Book-Signing for Novel That Exalts Single Dads
Acquanetta M. Sproule will be signing copies of her novel, What Say You Say What? - February 21, 2008 - Neterprises LLC
iUniverse Authors Set to Reap in the Leap Year
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced its “Reap in the Leap Year” publishing specials for this leap year. The specials include an offer to save as much as $200 on a publishing package. Authors are encouraged to “read... - February 20, 2008 - iUniverse
Third Book in the Principles with Promise Series Released: A Study Companion to the Book of Mormon
Following the recent release of On Common Ground: Bridging the Mormon Evangelical Divide, Celestine Publishing announced the publishing of its third book in the Principles with Promise series; this time an abbreviated concordance cataloging more than a thousand principles found in The Book of Mormon: Another Testament of Jesus Christ. - February 17, 2008 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Dive Head First Into the Ocean with Educational Children’s Book "Ocean Seasons" - Splashes the Minds of Young Readers
As the months of year swiftly pass, children can often see and feel the signs of the changing seasons on land, but Washington biologist and author Ron Hirschi and his 2007 release, Ocean Seasons, aims to teach kids about a larger and much wetter habitat. “Ocean Seasons” offers young... - February 17, 2008 - Arbordale Publishing
Author Michael Sawicki Released "Whiteout," New Fiction Ebook
Michael Sawicki's new fiction/horror story Whiteout has been published by Nightfall Publishing. It is available for download in the popular Ebook (PDF) format at the online retailer Lulu.com. - February 17, 2008 - Nightfall Publishing
Superfoods: Do I Need to Supplement?
Superfoods: do I need to supplement or is healthy eating enough? Goji, maca, noni, bee pollen - where did all these superfoods come from? And what ever happened to regular food? It would be nice to know if all the energy and money we are spending on supplementation is actually buying us better health. Author Joanna Steven and celebrity Tonya Kay discuss the nutritional analysis findings of their new publication. - February 16, 2008 - Kayos Market
PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Presents "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart" by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW
Announcing the release of the new children's picture book, "It's Good to be Golden: The Story of Henry the Heart", by Jeffery A. Faulkerson, MSSW. - February 16, 2008 - PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS
The February Edition of the Kirkus Discoveries Newsletter Features iUniverse Authors
Four iUniverse titles, Rachel and Aleks by Sylvia Smoller, Gittin’ Western by Duane Wiltse, Chinese Culture, Western Culture by Tai P. Ng and Wah-Won Ng and Fallow’s Field by Dennis McKay received excellent reviews in the February 2008 issue of the Kirkus Discoveries e-newsletter. In... - February 16, 2008 - iUniverse
Libros International Explodes Ideas About Wrinklies
If you are guilty of believing age reduces your inner drives, think again. Grandfather of eight, Anthony James Barnett, has just blown the idea wide apart. - February 16, 2008 - Anthony James Barnett
Andrea Bowe, Director of CSIRI.org a Washington Non-Profit, and a Full-Time Ph.d. Student Online, Publishes 17 Original Works in Just One Month on Lulu.com
Andrea Bowe, a full-time Ph.D. Student in Education & Leadership, Self-Designed, with Walden University online, just published 17 new First Edition Books in just one month using lulu.com, a free online publishing site. Andrea is also the Content Specialist and Web Page Designer for several groups, including not only CSIRI, but also SpiritualUN and AAA Design Services Group. - February 16, 2008 - Computer Social Impact Research Institute, Inc.
MySherpa Travel Guides: The Wood from the Trees - in Your Pocket
A new alternative to lugging a brick when you travel. New publisher launches with pocket guide to Saigon. - February 15, 2008 - MySherpa Travel Pty Ltd
True Crime Missouri Serial Killer Comic Book Goes Free
Starting with issue #6, Family Bones issues will be released online for free. Last month the publisher King Tractor Press released their back catalog via the Wowio.com service. Users can download each comic book, manga, and graphic novel for free. The titles are normally $3.50. With Family Bones #6 they’ve released their first unpublished comic book for free. - February 15, 2008 - King Tractor Films / Press
Midnight Whistler Publishes "Walking Targets" by Education’s Whistleblower Beverly Eakman
In Walking Targets Author and Educator Beverly Eakman Exposes How Psychology Has Corrupted the American Education System. - February 15, 2008 - Midnight Whistler Publisher
Historic Photos of Pensacola by Jacquelyn Tracy Wilson
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Pensacola by Jacquelyn Tracy Wilson. This 10x10 gift book showcases the pictorial narrative of the city with the “world’s whitest beaches,” in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photos. - February 15, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
For Valentine's Day Give Gift of Love and Compassion to Alcoholics
Turn Valentine’s Day into a day to give something really big. - February 14, 2008 - Reaching Peak LLC
Sixteen iUniverse Titles Earn Reader’s Choice Designation During January
Sixteen iUniverse titles received the highly desired Reader’s Choice designation from iUniverse during the month of January. The iUniverse Reader's Choice designation recognizes authors who have achieved both editorial excellence and sales success. Authors reach the Reader's Choice level... - February 14, 2008 - iUniverse
Dharma Publications Publishes a Book Written on Palmone Handheld
Author Bansi Pandit of Dharma Publications, Inc. has written his book completely on a Palmone handheld and published it on lulu.com, the online market place for digital content. Mr. Pandit seized the opportunity to use his idle time while commuting to and from work by train, writing his 126-page... - February 14, 2008 - Dharma Publications
Photos of Corpus Christi by Cecilia Gutierrez Venable
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Corpus Christi by Cecilia Gutierrez Venable. This 10x10 gift book showcases the pictorial history of the “Sparkling City by the Sea,” in stunning, culled-from-the-archives photos. - February 14, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Create Your Own Ocean Adventure for Less
New book shows travel enthusiasts how to create a budget-friendly charter yacht vacation - February 14, 2008 - iUniverse
Celebrity Chef-Maria Liberati-Second Life Guest
Athena Isle in Second Life will play host to celebrity chef/best selling book author and healthy cooking expert - Maria Liberati. - February 14, 2008 - Maria Liberati
"Animalia Angelicus" is Suggested to Cure Unrequited Love
Now available from Lulu.com is the heart-rending tale of an ancient and loyal bird, a rough feral cat, and a young silly dog sharing a lifetime's experience with a loving husband and wife, caring elderly grandparents, and a beloved child. Despite tragic misfortunes that befall upon a good and decent family, there is hope that an animal's eternal love can transcend even the finality of death. - February 13, 2008 - Larry Degala
Stories for Children Magazine Interviews Author, Kevin Gerard
During the interview when asked how the characters where developed Gerard said, “I’ve known Purugama the winged cougar for over forty years. I think he served as some sort of dream warrior for me when I was a young boy about Conor’s age. The other Champions emerged as brothers to Purugama, other great cats of the wild; lion, tiger, jaguar, and cheetah.” - February 13, 2008 - Stories for Children Magazine
Historic Photos of Mobile by Carol Ellis & Scott E. Kirkland
Turner Publishing announces its new release, the Historic Photos of Mobile by Carol Ellis & Scott E. Kirkland. This 10 x 10 gift book showcases the pictorial narrative of “Azalea City,” through stunning, culled-from-the-archives photos. - February 13, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Author of Hidden Treasures Launches First Book Signing
Author Brice Brandy Wellz will be launching her first book signing at Barber's Hall on Saturday March 1, 2008 between 4pm and 8pm at 1402 W. Oxford Street in Philadelphia Pa. Ms Wellz is known for her controversial story of a Christian woman longing to be with God while denying those hidden... - February 12, 2008 - Brice Brandy Wellz
Outskirts Press Announces O Le Aitalafu Ua Le Uma Ona Totogi, The Latest Highly-Anticipated Biography/ Personal Memoirs Book from CA Author Puapa'e. A. Pepe. Folau
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published O Le Aitalafu Ua Le Uma Ona Totogi. by Puapa'e. A. Pepe. Folau, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback in the Biography/ Personal Memoirs category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - February 11, 2008 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Confessions of an Energy Price Forecaster, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Energy Book from Evergreen, CO Author John Tobin
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Confessions of an Energy Price Forecaster: A 12-Step Program to Enlightenment by John Tobin, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 8.3 x 11.7 Paperback in the Energy category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - February 11, 2008 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
"Sick Building Syndrome", by James Hewitt is a Must Read that is now available Worldwide.
Sick Building Syndrome, authored by James Hewitt, RN is now being sold internationally. It is now available worldwide. Sick Building Syndrome helps others learn about this poorly understood syndrome that affects many people worldwide. Indoor air quality, noise, and lighting affects all businesses. This book can help reduce your companies sick calls. - February 10, 2008 - Jim Hewitt Writing
Military Marriages: Operation Military Family Tackles Misconceptions and Highlights Successful Marriages
Operation Military Family offers a unique look at how military couples strengthen their marriages despite the challenges brought on by unexpected or extended deployments. - February 10, 2008 - Operation Military Family
How to Get to the Palace from Your Prison
Joseph’s 14-Step Program to Overcome Loneliness, Depression, Discrimination, Barrenness & Abuse. - February 10, 2008 - Hope Teddy Bears
Co-Authors Lintermans & Stolzman Offer Tips for Healing After Loss
Loss is a fact of life. Yet, following loss, their needs to be a healthy healing, a healing that allows life not only to simply continue, but with joy and determination. What are the elements that make up healing? Whether suffering from a divorce, loss of a child, loss of a parent, or loss of a spouse, the bereaved go through certain stages and reactions. - February 10, 2008 - Gloria Lintermans
Criminal Terrorism Exposed in US as “Terror in Disguise” Hits Shelves
Terror in Disguise (Hexagon Blue, ISBN13 978-0-9729958-2-5) author, Cherif Sidiali, an expert on terrorism and international policy, is poised to broaden the world’s understanding of what we all have in common when confronted with twisted ideologies that seek to destroy... - February 09, 2008 - Hexagon Blue
Sweet Tea Please Recipes & Recollections from Eastern North Carolina
It’s More Than a Cookbook, It’s a Way of Life. iUniverse, Inc., with offices in New York City, Shanghai and Lincoln, Nebraska, announced today the publication of “Sweet Tea Please” Recipes and Recollections from Coastal North Carolina, the first in a series of southern cookbooks by North Carolina author, Vicki Prescott. - February 09, 2008 - Sweet Tea Studio
The Inside Scoop on the Car Sales Profession Exposed
New book gives aspiring car sales professionals the steps to success. - February 09, 2008 - iUniverse
Classic Audio Poems Make the Perfect Gay Gift This Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day, the world's first online audio bookshop for the gay community -- Qclassics.com -- is giving away free downloadable love poems, voiced by some of the UK's leading film and stage actors, including stars from Broadway and London's famous West End. - February 07, 2008 - Qclassics
iUniverse Encourages Authors to Love Thy Shelf for Valentine’s Day
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced its “Treat Your Shelf To A Sweet Deal” publishing specials for Valentine’s Day. The special includes an offer of up to 60 free paperback books. The promotion is valid through... - February 06, 2008 - iUniverse