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Mike Allred Discusses Madman on "It Came Out on Wednesday" by ComiXology
In "It Came Out on Wednesday, presented by comixology" episode 7, Madman creator Mike Allred discusses the current Madman Atomic Comics series and the classic Madman trade paperback reprints. Mike also dishes about the ever-anticipated Madman movie; working with Robert Rodriguez, Frank... - November 29, 2007 - comiXology.com
Two iUniverse Titles Receive Honors at 2007 New Mexico Book Awards
iUniverse title Apache Casino, by G.N. Buffington, was recently recognized as one of the winning books at the 2007 New Mexico Book Awards. The book was chosen as the winner in the best novel, adventure drama category. Steve Shaw’s Beyond the Rio Grande, another title published by iUniverse, also received honors as a finalist in the same category. - November 29, 2007 - iUniverse
iUniverse Announces the Release of Jim Styles' StarChild
StarChild is a story of love, female empowerment and an example of the way an ideal government should be ran. With poverty and war running rampant throughout the world, StarChild is a powerful example of how good the world can be if people take a step back and reevaluate the way things are run today. - November 29, 2007 - iUniverse
Travel to India Without a Ticket
Canadian author joins hands with U.K. author in Indian Tales, a collection of stories illustrated in vibrant colors. Part folklore, part cultural, the book is published simultaneously in U.K. and U.S.A. and been translated into Italian and Korean languages. The stories in Indian Tales come from a different region in India from Punjab in the north to Tamil Nadu in the south. Read about magical spirits in the mountains, action and adventure. - November 28, 2007 - Shenaaz Nanji
Jimmy by James D. Gerdeman Reviewed by Ms. Georgia Hart
Jimmy a story of young boys growing up in a small town in Ohio, by James Gerdeman, is reviewed by Ms. Georgia Hart. She has a degree in Criminal Justice and Communications from Ohio Dominican University, and, like Gerdeman, is a child of the 50’s. This is the real thing. See www.jdgerdeman.com. - November 27, 2007 - JDGerdeman
How to Thrive at Disney World with Health Issues: New Travel Guide Helps Disney Vacation Dreams Come True
Traveling can be difficult or even impossible for people with health conditions, special needs or disabilities. In the new guide book, Walt Disney World with Disabilities, Stephen Ashley shares everything you need to know to thrive at Disney World with physical and emotional health conditions. - November 27, 2007 - Stephen Ashley
The Second Venice by Askin Ozcan - Will This New Humorous Masterpiece be a "Best Seller?"
Everyone is talking about "The Second Venice", built by Pshht Cola and McBigBite - a splendid fantasy satire- as The Italian Government is trying to cope with the problems of Venice. Trade Paperback, 154 pages, $ 16.95 - ISBN 1598000888 (Outskirts Press). Available as retail, in major internet bookshops. Wholesale : Ingrams. - November 27, 2007 - Askin Ozcan
America’s Seniors at Risk – Involuntary Guardianship: an Escalating Epidemic
Author Stephanie Siddall Germack has written a book, “Legal and Financial Exploitation of Our Elders.” America’s seniors are at risk. Money-hungry court-appointed involuntary guardianship members are becoming a growing threat. Court-ordered involuntary guardianship is meant to... - November 27, 2007 - Stephanie Germack
Thank a Wounded Vet & Save an Injured Pet
Consider the enormous price our Wounded Veterans have paid to protect us and then say “Thank You” by buying at least one copy of Catalyst. The author, Bob Harvey will pay the shipping and handling to deliver all the books to Wounded Veterans in the hospital. Plus, Harvey will donate 100% of the profit, from this Program, to Rescue and Save Injured Pets across America. - November 26, 2007 - Me & You Too
Lightning and a Bouquet of Roses - a New Title with Lovely, Heartfelt Poetry by Askin Ozcan - Isbn 1424111870 (Publish America)
"Lightning And A Bouquet Of Roses" contains a selection of poems Askin Ozcan has written in all his life. Poems deal with existence, love, universe and the book contains two award-winning poems: "Thunderstorm" and "Costa del Sol." - November 26, 2007 - Askin Ozcan
Seattle Review of Books Announces Top Picks for December 2007
One of Washington State's premier literary and culture magazines announced its top picks for fiction in December. The winning authors- James Patterson, Steve Martin, Robert Hass, Ken Follet and Cortnee Howard. - November 26, 2007 - Seattle Review of Books
Former New Jersey School Teacher Publishes Book of Poetry and Reclaims Her Health
Mrs. Edwina Reizer a former New Jersey school teacher has authored and published a unique book of poetry titled, “Reflections on Living.” The book was published on October 23, 2007 by Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Mrs. Reizer who earlier this year battled a... - November 25, 2007 - Edwina Reizer
First Nations Artist Andy Everson at Tribal Spirit Gallery for the Book Signing of I Am Raven
First Nations artist Andy Everson will be making an appearance at Tribal Spirit Gallery to sign I Am Raven, the new book written by best-selling author David Bouchard and illustrated by Andy Everson. Each book will be signed by both artist and author. David Bouchard's books have won several... - November 24, 2007 - Tribal Spirit Gallery
Turner Publishing’s President Todd Bottorff Named to Humanities Tennessee Board of Directors
Announcement of Publisher Todd Bottorff's nomination to the Humanities Tennessee Board of Directors - November 22, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
25 Years of Grendel: Matt Wagner Talks with ComiXology.com on Their "It Came Out on Wednesday" Podcast Series
Writer and creator Matt Wagner is celebrating 25 years of his anti-hero Grendel with Grendel: Behold the Devil, a new limited series featuring Hunter Rose, with Wagner on art and writing. Wagner chatted with ComiXology's David Steinberger about the new book and 25 years of Grendel. - November 21, 2007 - comiXology.com
Historic Photos of Harry S. Truman by Larry Johnson
Turner Publishing is proud to announce the new release, Historic Photos of Harry S. Truman by Larry Johnson, a 10x10 large format pictorial narrative of the life of Harry Truman through culled-from-the-archives, black-and-white photographs. - November 21, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Two iUniverse Titles Win Top Prize in USA Book News Best Books 2007 Awards
Two iUniverse titles were recently announced winners at the USA Book News Best Books 2007 Awards, while iUniverse titles also received finalist honors in 10 additional categories. The 7 Pitfalls of Single Parenting by Carolyn Ellis was the winning title Parenting/Family: Divorce category; and... - November 21, 2007 - iUniverse
"Life's a Gift...Open It!" Holiday Extravaganza
Multi-media maven Leah Guy is throwing an outdoor party that will turn black Friday green for holiday shoppers. A Girl Named Guy will be handing out goodie bags filled with natural/organic treats, filming public responses to this hot trend of eco-friendly, organic lifestyle, and offering, for the first time, Leah's new book, Life's a Gift, to the public. - November 21, 2007 - A Girl Named Guy Productions LLC
New Release for the Book, Jesus "The Keeper of the Truth" by Walter Muller
This release is about a book written by Walter Muller regarding the facts surrounding the differences between the message of the Old and the New Testaments of the Bible. The title of this book is, Jesus "The Keeper of the Truth". - November 20, 2007 - Walter Muller
Sri Lankan Author Releases Humorous Science Fiction Novel
Most people would scratch their heads and wonder where Sri Lanka was if the country's name ever came up. Fahim Farook, an author from this small, island nation which has been ravaged by civil war for over two decades, has released a novel in English, science fiction at that, and as a free e-book no... - November 20, 2007 - Fahim Farook
Discovery of Spiritual India
Divine Destiny leads author to saints who abhorred publicity. A Himalayan journey unexpectedly introduced author Thirumangalakudi Venkatraman to great Indians who abhorred publicity. This was a divine destiny. The world deserve to know them, and saints of India and their life. After years of toiling, foregoing earnings, this book has been produced for the sake of posterity. This is a book on the life of saints. Quote from the book: “This book is an attempt to retell some of those stories. - November 19, 2007 - T. S. Venkatraman
Novel Reveals Van Gogh's Fascinating "Lost Years" in Paris
Announcing the release and availability of a newly printed novel that Nicholas Vazzana wrote. - November 19, 2007 - Nicholas Vazzana
Dark Myth Comics Creates Two Jobs and a New Editor in Chief Name
Dark Myth Comics splits the Editor in Chief position in two. - November 19, 2007 - Dark Myth Production Studios
Meg Oliver Publishes Her Own Book
Woman publishes her book online. She tried for years to go the conventional route. Now she's glad that did not work out. "In Another Life" by Meg Oliver is available online or coming soon to a bookstore near you. Meg Oliver, of Oliver Options, embodies the new author of the new era in writing and publishing. No longer is a writer at the mercy of the publishing giants. Self publishing is the new and improved way to publish a book. - November 17, 2007 - Meg Oliver
Montana Grown Author Publishes Silent Hawk, a Compelling Novel of the Early Days in the Montana Territory
Montana grown author, Alfred Patrick, has written his first novel, Silent Hawk, and published the book on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Al Patrick, writing on his interest of history in the old west and passion for his childhood surroundings of southwest Montana, wrote his... - November 17, 2007 - Silent Hawk
From Video Games to Comic Books: Brian Reed and Ian Hosfeld Talk to ComiXology's Peter Jaffe About Their New Series the Circle
"It Came Out on Wednesday, presented by comixology.com" episode 5 features both writer Brian Reed (Ms. Marvel, New Avengers: Illuminati, Red Sonja) and artist Ian Hosfeld in a conversation about The Circle, their new ongoing series beginning this week from Image. Reed and Hosfeld... - November 17, 2007 - comiXology.com
Historic Photos of the Jersey Shore by Joe Czachowski
Turner Publishing is proud to announce the new release, Historic Photos of Jersey Shore by Joe Czachowski, a 10x10 large format pictorial narrative of the history of the Jersey Shore through culled-from-the-archives, black-and-white photographs. - November 17, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
iUniverse Titles from Various Genres Earn Publisher’s Choice Designation
Thirty iUniverse titles received the coveted Publisher’s Choice designation during the month of October. Publisher’s Choice titles written by American authors are displayed in the author’s local Barnes & Noble bookstore for a minimum of eight weeks. Titles written by Canadian... - November 17, 2007 - iUniverse
The Charon Covenant Explodes on to the World of Science Fiction Books
With the use of clones and drones, aliens are slowly taking over a human society that has relocated to the Moon after Earth was abandoned (due to an environmental meltdown and war). What can a handful of renegade humans do once they uncover the scary truth about what’s really happening to the remaining strands of civilization? - November 16, 2007 - Brenda Munday Gifford
Ideas That Can Change Your Life’s Online Library Makes World Better Place, Promotes Global Literacy
Could 101 books change the planet? Three of today's greatest minds believe it's absolutely possible. Mark Victor Hansen, Roice Krueger and James Skinner co-wrote 101 compact books. Ideas That Can Change Your Life reveals great knowledge to the world including insights into wealth, health, love, happiness and relationships. The intention is to distribute over one billion books and end illiteracy, for only $1.00. - November 16, 2007 - IdeasThatCanChangeYourLife.com
iUniverse’s Driscoll Featured Speaker at Greater Los Angeles Writers Society Special Event
Susan Driscoll, president and CEO of iUniverse, will be the featured speaker at the upcoming Greater Los Angeles Writers Society special event for November. The event will take place Saturday, Nov. 17, 2007, at the Palms-Rancho Park Library — The Ray Bradbury Room in Los Angeles. Driscoll... - November 16, 2007 - iUniverse
Historic Photos of Palm Beach County by Seth Bramson
Turner Publishing is proud to announce the new release, Historic Photos of Palm Beach County by Seth Bramson, a 10x10 large format pictorial narrative of the history of Palm Beach County through culled-from-the-archives, black-and-white photographs. - November 16, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Kerry Grant Returns to Find a Copy-Cat Murderer and Solve a Twenty-Five Year Old Crime
Bast Press releases Should Old Acquaintance be Dead by Jean Sheldon. This is the second book in the series starring Chicago Police Detective Kerry Grant. The gutsy crime fighter carries a gun, a badge, and a laptop and chases criminals on land or online. In her second adventure, Kerry returns to... - November 15, 2007 - Bast Press
“The Story of Hollywood” Wins National Best Book Award 2007
“The Story of Hollywood: An Illustrated History” by author-historian Gregory Paul Williams, has received the National Best Book Award 2007 from USABookNews.com in the Film/TV/Radio category. It is the second award for the lavishly illustrated book which won a Silver Medal for Best... - November 15, 2007 - BL Press
William Hay’s Historical Novel, the Originals, Was Released on November 1, 2007 by Chronicler Publishing
William Hay’s novel, The Originals, is the story of the Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry, a Canadian regiment that was founded by Hamilton Gault in 1914 a the beginning of World War I. Bill Dawson, an ex-veteran of the Boer War, joins the regiment believing the war will be over in a few weeks. - November 15, 2007 - Chronicler Publishing
Allan Fisk’s Popular Historical Novel, Forty Testoons, Was Released on September 15, 2007 by Chronicler Publishing
Allan Fisk’s novel, Forty Testoons, is the story of Father Ralph Fletcher who, in 1504, is hired by Henry VII, the king on England for forty testoons to serve the fishermen who come each year to fish the Grand Banks off the coast of Newfoundland. As he overwinters there, little does he know of the conspiracy that will involve him and the Beothuk natives in intrigue and deception as they become involved in the politics of faraway England. - November 15, 2007 - Chronicler Publishing
During a Time Where Being Gay is Becoming More Accepted, One Author Decides to Address Many of the Tragedies Gay Youths Must Still Face, in This, His New Fiction Book
Cody Riley, published by iUniverse, Inc., the leading provider of publishing technology solutions for authors, announced today that after five years, Torn Innocence, has completed its publication phase and is now on its way to bookstores nationwide. Torn Innocence is the heart wrenching story of a... - November 15, 2007 - Cody Riley
Bird Rescue Book "The Birds in My Life" #1 Bestseller at Amazon.com
The Birds in My Life, by Supreme Master Ching Hai is now ranked as international #1 Bestseller in the general category of all books at Amazon.com. The beautiful coffee table book brings a new understanding to readers of the depth of emotions and love that are shared by our feathered friends. - November 14, 2007 - Supreme Master Ching Hai
Publish Your Book in 10 Minutes, Free
IfIWereABook.com publishes your book instantly, filters unsolicited manuscripts and helps sell books better… - November 14, 2007 - If I Were A Book.com
Creative Visionary Introduces a New Breed of Action Heroine with a Fantastic Urban Twist
A new kind of action novel from a new breed of writer. - November 14, 2007 - Jonathan Price
Action-Filled Children’s Fantasy Featuring Black Characters and Positive Message Receives USA Book News Best Books 2007 Recognition
The Call to Shakabaz by Amy Wachspress is an award-winning Finalist in the children’s fiction category of the USA Book News Best Books 2007 book awards. This is the third national award for this unusual gem of a read. In The Call to Shakabaz, the recently orphaned Goodacre children travel... - November 13, 2007 - Woza Books
Wisdom in Smile - A New Book of Humorous Short Stories by Askin Ozcan ISBN 142577153x (Xlibris)
Twenty two selected humorous and philosophical short stories by Askin Ozcan. This trade paperback is a very interesting and pleasant good read. Published by Xlibris. 100 pages. $ 15.99 (suggested retail price) - November 13, 2007 - Askin Ozcan
YMCA Honors Author and Journalist Dominic Carter
Dominic Carter, prominent journalist and author of the iUniverse book No Momma’s Boy, was among the authors, artists and musicians recently honored by the YMCA of Greater New York. During its annual Arts & Letters Auction and Reception, the YMCA presented Carter with the Virtual Y... - November 11, 2007 - iUniverse
Book Release - Conjuring Black Funk: Notes on Culture, Sexuality, and Spirituality, Volume I by Herukhuti (Foreword by Samuel R. Delany)
The revolution is here, and it is funky. Conjuring Black Funk: Notes on Culture, Sexuality, and Spirituality, Volume I, by Dr. Herukhuti, published by Vintage Entity Press, is now available for purchase. About The Book Conjuring Black Funk is the critical social text for this millennium, a... - November 10, 2007 - Black Funk
iUniverse to Exhibit at Miami Book Fair International
iUniverse, the leading provider of supported self-publishing services, will be an exhibitor at the Miami Book Fair International from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9 through Sunday, Nov. 11, 2007. One of the largest fairs of its type, the Miami Book Fair International attracts hundreds... - November 09, 2007 - iUniverse
Historic Photos of Fort Lauderdale by Susan Gillis
Turner Publishing announces the new release, Historic Photos of Fort Lauderdale by Susan Gillis. This 10 x 10 book is perfect for the holidays, narrating the pictorial history of Fort Lauderdale for any resident or history buff. - November 09, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Historic Photos of the University of Michigan by Michael Chmura and Christina Consolino
Turner Publishing announces the new release, Historic Photos of the University of Michigan by Michael Chmura and Christina Consolino. This 10 x 10 book is perfect for the holidays, narrating the pictorial history of the University of Michigan for any alumni or True Blue fan. - November 09, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Local Political History Author Book Signing Nov 10th at Barnes and Noble
The Author Nikki Oldaker will be at Barnes and Noble, on U.S. 19 and Sunset Point, Clearwater, FL, November 10th between 1 and 2 p.m. signing her new book, “Samuel Tilden the Real 19th President, Elected by the Peoples’ Vote. Her book has debuted and exhibited this year at: BEA –... - November 08, 2007 - Nikki Oldaker
Barnes & Noble and "Becka and the Big Bubble" Book Launch Party… at La Costa Resort & Spa
Barnes & Noble and authors, Gretchen Schomer Wendel and Adam Schomer, team up for the much anticipated book launch party at La Costa Resort & Spa (2100 Costa Del Mar Rd., Carlsbad, CA 92009) for the award-winning series of books “Becka and the Big Bubble”. The event is this... - November 08, 2007 - Becka and the Big Bubble
Bill Ragan, M.S. Aims to Inform Aviators, Police, and Healthcare Workers About Fatigue and Stress with Lag: a Look at Circadian Desynchronization at Lulu.com
Bill Ragan, M.S. acknowledged circadian desynchronization as being one of the causes of several aircraft accidents over the years. While the exact cause of these accidents was hard to pinpoint, many of them were clearly linked to human error. Lag: A Look at Circadian Desynchronization (ISBN... - November 07, 2007 - Bill Ragan, M.S.