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Young Entrepreneur Knocks Art Off Its Pedestal to Help People Awaken Their Right Brain
Turner Publishing announces the new release, The Artist Within: A Guide to Becoming Creatively Fit by Whitney Ferré. This artist’s guide shows average joes how to unleash their creative potential. - August 13, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
9/11 First Responders Inspire New York Musician to Help Out
Days after the Twin Towers fell, thousands of first responders aided New York in its devastating crisis, giving Americans a great sense of hope. Seven years later, many of those heroes have been forgotten—and worse, over 15,000 have become gravely ill. - August 12, 2008 - Arbor Books Inc.
The Miracle of Death
The Kamlak Center Tackles Death. “Putting Birth and Death Back Together Again” is exactly what Kamlak is all about. The Miracle of Death by Betty J. Kovács, Ph.D., is Kamlak’s first in a series of punches aimed at changing the way we look at death—and life. - August 12, 2008 - The Kamlak Center
iUniverse Author Jerry Parks Featured in Monthly Podcast
iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, is featuring author Jerry Parks and his iUniverse title "Help! My Child Is Starting Middle School!" on its Web site as the author podcast in time for students going back to school. - August 11, 2008 - iUniverse
AuthorHouse July 2008 Growth Up 55 Percent Over July 2007
Self-publishing Leader Sees Jump in New July Publishing Agreements After 26 Percent First Half 2008 Growth. - August 11, 2008 - AuthorHouse
Writers Worldwide Join Forces to Publish Speculative Fiction Anthology
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 brings together thirteen original stories for adults who enjoy fantasy, science fiction and horror. - August 11, 2008 - Speculative Realms
After 30 Years, Improbable Writer Finds Her Niche
After years of uncertainty, New Author T.E.Vera makes an intimate debut into the literary world with her compilation “Unsung Verses of Life.” - August 11, 2008 - Verabooks
Samadi, Inc. President's First Book Aims at Work Force Revolt
First time author, and President of Samadi, Inc., releases a symbolic diatribe of American working conditions aimed at provoking a new dialog. - August 11, 2008 - Samadi, Inc.
New Book: A Chinese Economist’s Journey
Author’s legendary life for helping China’s top policy-making is an excellent reference guide in understanding modern China and the future of economic reform. - August 10, 2008 - Fengbo Zhang
Release of Historical Novel About Antarctica
Describes historical novel, Surviving Erebus, and major expedition of Sir James Clark Ross commanding ships HMS Erebus and Terror to major discoveries in Antarctica in 1841. - August 09, 2008 - More Curious Minds
BYU Bookstore Hosts Signing of "Last Words for the Last Days" by Kathleen Ryan
Author Kathleen Ryan will be featured at a book signing hosted by the BYU Bookstore, scheduled to tie-in with Brigham Young University's Annual Education Week Program. - August 09, 2008 - Kathleen Ryan
Paul A. Toth Set to Release New Novel 'Finale' in 2009
Raw Dog Screaming Press will release Paul A. Toth's novel 'Finale' in 2009. This mystery features a man who receives a threatening letter from an ex-girlfriend and begins a perilous adventure into his past. - August 09, 2008 - TheNervousBreakdown.com
Scurvy No Laughing Matter
Indie Author Vows to Raise Public Awareness. - August 09, 2008 - TheNervousBreakdown.com
East Orange Author Heads Pen to Prose Writers’ Group at Nutley Public Library
Noted East Orange author and speaker, Gioya McRae, has been chosen to head the Pen to Prose Writers’ Group at the Nutley Public Library. Open to all writers of fiction, short stories, memoirs and non-fiction articles, the Pen to Prose Writers’ Group will meet Monday, September 15, 2008... - August 09, 2008 - Mocha Mind Communications
"This is No Secret"- Path to Abundance & Heart Awakening by Joy Kapur
This book contains the essence of the wisdom of India’s ancient seers. It will give you insights and show you how to create infinite abundance by applying and following the cosmic laws and use of the internet. - August 08, 2008 - This Is No Secret
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Whitey and Me by Sue Perkins
New Novel Tells Story of Lifelong Friendship, Mystical Phenomena. Strange Tree House Sets the Stage for ‘Whitey and Me: The Truth about the Tree House’ In a new novel by author and actress Sue Perkins, a storyline that begins nearly 60 years ago offers poignant lessons about life... - August 08, 2008 - iUniverse
New Book Release - Dark Thunder by Cricket Sawyer
This summer has been weather horrific. Dark storm clouds on the horizon signify danger, potential for intense storms. In a novel these same storm clouds signify danger of another sort. Dark Thunder is about more than just the noise of an impending storm. Not a fluffy romance, instead a knife-edged tale of desperation, passion that strikes with lightening-like intensity at the heart of our comfort zone and reverberates across the fiber of our being. - August 08, 2008 - Cricket Sawyer
Executive Coach and “EDGE!” Author Sets New Standard for Actively Engaging Leaders Worldwide
Chicago-based Writers of the Round Table’s new book, “EDGE! A Leadership Story,” debuted during a recent groundbreaking teleclass where the book’s author, Bea Fields, executive coach and leadership expert, again raised the bar for actively engaging leaders worldwide with “The Future of Business from the Minds of 10 Top Professionals.” - August 07, 2008 - Bea Fields Companies, Inc.
Writer, Susan Wingate Signs 2nd Novel, "Bobby's Diner"
Susan Wingate signs her second novel, "Bobby's Diner" with eBooksonthe.net. - August 07, 2008 - Author Susan Wingate
Puzzle Magazine Prices Plummet
With a slowing economy and rising prices everyone is looking to save money any way they can. One company, Summerfield's Limited, is doing its part to help people save money. - August 07, 2008 - Summerfield's Limited
July “Kirkus Discoveries” Newsletter Features Six iUniverse Titles
iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, had six titles recognized among the “Kirkus Discoveries” best reviews for July. - August 07, 2008 - iUniverse
Book Divas: Leading Online Young Adult Book Reading Community Announces Website Relaunch
Book Divas has relaunched their website. Book Divas, the leading online young adult book club, now features updated applications and e-commerce capabilities. - August 07, 2008 - Book Divas
Historic Photos of Virginia by Emily J. & John S. Salmon
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Virginia by Emily J. & John S. Salmon. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of the great state of Virginia in stunning, culled-from-the-archives images. - August 07, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
New Author Uses Weaving Plot Format Similar to Soap Operas to Keep Readers Engaged in Debut Novel, Hostage to Her Heart
Chriss Hill, a native of Central Texas, introduces a fiction romance where she uses all of her characters to keep readers engaged. Each possesses a bit of charm and flawed opinions to affect the plot. It’s a guessing game to figure out what may happen next. - August 06, 2008 - Chriss Hill, author
Historic Photos of University of Michigan Football by Michelle O’Brien
Turner Publishing announces the new release, Historic Photos of University of Michigan Football by Michelle O’Brien. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial epic narrative of the Wolverines in stunning, culled-from-the-archives images. - August 06, 2008 - Turner Publishing Company
Remarkable New Book Answers Mankind’s Most Profound and Meaningful Questions
Answer To Our Questions is a new book written by Mike Yrigoyen that responds to our questions about the existence of God and the meaning of our own lives. Answers To Our Questions proclaims that there is a God, and that the only true answers to our questions must come from Him. Each question is answered with unique and beautiful words as though God were speaking directly to you. Answers is a short and easy to read book that is great for youth groups and small group studies. - August 05, 2008 - Gatekeepers Ministries
Fictionalized Media Stars Turn Buffalo Into a 21st Century Aspen in New Novel
Media stars from Buffalo transform their town in “Buffalo Snow Day,” http://www.lulu.com/content/2556363), a new comic novel about the impact of public relations on today’s society. The book’s characters include fictional versions of Buffalo born or bred media giants like... - August 04, 2008 - "Buffalo Snow Day"
World-Renowned Artist, Author & Hungarian Refugee Balazs Szabo Announces the Release of “Knock in the Night” on Lulu.com
Balazs Szabo announces the release of his book, “Knock in the Night” on Lulu.com. Balazs Szabo, Refugee #M 14543 is an internally-renowned artist whose critically-acclaimed artwork hangs in museums from New Jersey to Hawaii. A survivor of the 1956 Hungarian uprising against the Soviet... - August 04, 2008 - Balazs Szabo
Imagination Runs Wild: Young Author Makes Promising Debut for His Generation
John Seymour Jr has written and publshed the thriller "Obsessed" at the age of only fifteen years old on Lulu.com. - August 04, 2008 - John Stephen Seymour Jr.
New Yorker and Boycotted 1980 Olympian Craig Beardsley to Sign Copies of New Book "Boycott: Stolen Dreams of the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games" at Sports Museum of America
Craig Beardsley of Boycotted 1980 U.S. Olympic Team to Sign Copies of the new book "Boycott: Stolen Dreams of the 1980 Moscow Olympic Games" at the Sports Museum of America on Thursday, August 7. He will join authors Tom and Jerry Caraccioli. Beardsley will also display his Congressional Gold Medal Presented to him by President Jimmy Carter. - August 03, 2008 - New Chapter Press
AuthorHouse Announces Its Top Five Best-Selling Titles for July 2008
AuthorHouse, the leading provider of self-publishing and marketing services for authors around the globe, has announced its five top-selling books for July 2008. - August 02, 2008 - AuthorHouse
Robert Farley's Suspense Thriller THRIPZ Released
In the 234-page novel THRIPZ, a newspaper reporter with an extranormal sense for trouble plows headlong into an agricultural disaster that threatens to destroy the island of Oahu. - August 02, 2008 - Robert Farley
The Bud Collins History of Tennis is Now Available in Bookstores
The Bud Collins History of Tennis, the latest book by Bud Collins, is now available for sale in bookstores. - August 02, 2008 - New Chapter Press
Meet Mosetta M. Penick Phillips-Cermak, Ph.D. at The Reading Tub, Inc
PM Moon Publishers' talent, Mosetta M. Penick Phillips-Cermak, Ph.D. is The Reading Tub Summer 2008 Featured Author. - August 02, 2008 - PM Moon Publishers, Limited
Simon Girty Turncoat Hero, by Phillip W. Hoffman, Published by American History Imprints of Franklin, Tennessee
American History Imprints is pleased to announce the publication of Simon Girty Turncoat Hero by Phillip W. Hoffman. Perhaps the most misunderstood hero in American history, Simon Girty was a contemporary of Daniel Boone, Simon Kenton, and Davy Crockett. The first biography of Girty since 1890, this book is the culmination of 18 years of research by the author. This is not a dry recitation of facts. It is a lively, all encompassing view of the man's life and is American history at its best. - August 02, 2008 - American History Imprints
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Stop the Stress Habit by Leslie Torburn
Physical Therapist Provides Mental Exercise Techniques to Reduce Stress. Book Instructs on How to Refocus Thinking Processes for a Less-Stressful Life. Giving up stress for her fortieth birthday was the best thing she ever did. After observing how stress impacted her patients’ physical... - August 02, 2008 - iUniverse
Be on TV - 100 Game, Reality & Talk Shows That Want You
Hundreds of game, reality and talk shows want you. Be on TV! 100 Game, Reality & Talk Shows That Want You, by Amy Jordan, published by Black Book Press, shares how to be on more than a hundred favorite shows. - August 02, 2008 - Black Book Press
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Saving Obama by John Maxwell
New Book Uses Barack Obama’s Success to Show Importance of Giving Back. Author Provides Intriguing Discourse on Consequences of Irresponsible Fathers in ‘Saving Obama: Freeing Us from the Sins of Our Fathers.’ In November of this year, history will be made in America. The... - August 02, 2008 - iUniverse
The Wishing Flower Joins Others to Benefit Storm Victims
The Wishing Flower, published by PM Moon Publishers, Limited, and books by other authors throughout the country are being collected for an auction. - August 01, 2008 - PM Moon Publishers, Limited
Killer Buzz, a Romantic Suspense Novel by Local Area Author, K Hensler is Being Released Today
K Hensler's long awaited romantic-suspense novel, Killer Buzz, is hitting the market today. The novel is available for purchase as an ebook or in print. - August 01, 2008 - K Hensler - Author
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Exploring Islam in a New Light by Abdur Rab
Thought-Provoking New Book Provides a View of Islam Derived Directly from Quran. Author Makes Case against Fundamentalist Religious Texts that Suppress Peaceful Message of Quran. In a powerful new book by Abdur Rab, Exploring Islam in a New Light: An Understanding from the Quranic Perspective,... - August 01, 2008 - iUniverse
"A Good Book" Summer Reading Series Makes a Splash
All About Us Greeting Cards partnered with Powell's Books to introduce "A Good Book" Summer Reading Series. - July 31, 2008 - All About Us Greeting Cards for the 21st Century
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of a Matter of Life and Death by Dr. Theodore Pavlopoulos
For More Information, Contact: Longtime U.S. Navy Physicist Exposes Shortcomings of Federal Bureaucracy; Book Demonstrates Why America is Ill-prepared for Challenges of the 21st Century. The pernicious effects of September 11 and Hurricane Katrina are just two examples illustrating the need for a... - July 31, 2008 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Jenford by Hendrik Sadi
Historical Novel Immerses Readers in Toil and Triumph of Forgotten Era Even as the cost of gasoline and groceries skyrocket, the American lifestyle still seems to center on instant gratification. Few alive today remember what it was like to have to carve your existence out of untamed land. In his... - July 31, 2008 - iUniverse
New Novel - The Council Tree
This new novel, The Council Tree, by Kelli Hicks is an exploration of a young boy’s journey through insurmountable odds as he fights to save his people from their enemies. This is a tale of discovering self and learning what a person can accomplish by putting his mind to the task. - July 31, 2008 - Kelli Hicks
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of America's Reigning Cats and Dogs-Election 2008
Author Suggests Americans Lighten a Heavy Election Year with a Good Laugh. Disheartened Americans weary of grandiose political posturing and overblown speeches can rely on humor to help mediate the madness. In his new satirical tale, America’s Reigning Cats and Dogs - Election 2008, Douglas... - July 31, 2008 - iUniverse
Stories for Children Magazine is Growing Again
Stories for Children Magazine just announced at the beginning of the month the resignation of their Art Director, Chrissy Fanslau. Grenier responded when asked about this new open position, “It was a sad day when Chrissy resigned. But I am happy to say we put our feelers out right away and found someone who we believe will continue to help SFC grow in quality.” - July 31, 2008 - Stories for Children Magazine
Award-Winning Documentary "The Code of Handsome Lake" Selected as a 'Finalist' for the 2008 Moondance International Film Festival
Award-Winning Documentary "The Code of Handsome Lake" Selected as a Finalist for the 2008 Moondance International Film Festival. - July 30, 2008 - Ad-Hoc Productions
Memphis In The Meantime: A New Coffee Table Book About Memphis Blues
Memphis In The Meantime is the new photographic coffee table book by world renowned photographer, Blake Billings. This book contain photos and narratives of many rock and blues legends including Ben Cauley (Soul survivor of Otis Redding's plane crash and the founder of the Bary-Kays), B.B. King,... - July 30, 2008 - Blake Billings
The Clinton Diaries Casts Fictional Eye on the Clinton/Lewinsky Affair
Author Fred Petrovsky marks the 10-year anniversary of Bill Clinton’s impeachment by publishing a first-person account of the president’s affair with Monica Lewinsky in his novel, The Clinton Diaries (CreateSpace; ISBN: 1438215649; EAN-13: 9781438215648; July 31, 2008; $15.95; 205... - July 30, 2008 - The Clinton Diaries