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Author of A Prophecy Forgotten, M.B.Weston, to Exhibit at Dragon*Con in Atlanta Labor Day Weekend
Naples-based author, M.B.Weston, will be attending and exhibiting at Dragon*Con, America's largest, multi-media, popular arts convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film. More than 20,000 people are expected to attend the event held over the... - August 24, 2007 - M.B. Weston, Author
Religious Doctrine – Crafty, Insidiously Constructed Dogma
Just released from Dandelion Books www.dandlelionbooks.net is Ric Mason’s “powerful observations of a human layman”: Transcend your Religion & Embrace Your Spirituality. - August 22, 2007 - Dandelion Books, LLC
Unique Author Releases "Beastly Son" & "The Wolf Whisperer" After Receiving Rave Reviews from the Masses as Reports of Bad Dog Treatment, Maulings & Future of Wolves Echo
Gold Valley Publications has released Gerard J. Washburn's first allegorical books to Booksurge Publishing Co./Amazon.com for worldwide distribution. Beastly Son: 1000 review (special edition) copies were distributed; Beastly Son has been heralded Great by neurological patients, dog/animal lovers... - August 21, 2007 - Gold Valley Publication
Couple Wins 83 Prizes in One Month
She has been studying the law of attraction, made famous by the book The Secret for more than 20 years, which proved itself once again in July 2007 as Carolyn Wilman, and her husband Craig Borysowich, won more than $2,000 in prizes. They consider themselves to be sweepstake enthusiasts and win an... - August 21, 2007 - Imagination Edge Inc.
Hermione Applegate and The Secret Under The House, by Richard Egan
Hermione Applegate and The Secret Under The House, published by Talisman Publishing in conjunction with Lulu (www.lulu.com), is the first in a new series targeted at older children. - August 20, 2007 - Talisman Publishing
Wooden Boat and Ship Building Will Extend Historical Book Line
Dixon-Price Publishing, Kingston, Wash, has announced publication of A Practical Course in Wooden Boat and Ship Building by Richard M. Van Gaasbeek. - August 18, 2007 - Dixon-Price Publishing
Nude Geezers Weenie Roast Launches Funny Calendar
Thirteen men over sixty in Madrid, New Mexico, have bared all to expose the truth about this former old west ghost town turned hippie haven. They insist that the setting for Disney's movie, Wild Hogs, is neither cute nor bland. Their calendar debuts on September 1 with a free Nude Geezer Weenie Roast and signing party. The men are a veteran fighter pilot, a cowboy, a doctor, a retired stock exchange floor trader, a lawyer, a miner, a biological consultant, an impresario, an engineer and others. - August 17, 2007 - Geezers-Illustrated
Controversial Dowry System is the Theme of New Jersey Author's Debut Novel, "The Dowry Bride"
Indian American author uses India's dowry system to spin her tale, "The Dowry Bride" - August 17, 2007 - Shobhan Bantwal
Maimah Karmo.com Website Launches
Announcing the launch of Maimah Karmo’s new website, www.MaimahKarmo.com. - August 17, 2007 - Tigerlily Foundation
Joe Kaminski, Heart-Lung Transplant Patient, Has Released Second Novel
Joe Kaminski, Jr., a heart-lung transplant patient has published his second novel titled "In The Company of Legends," with Booklocker.com. "In The Company of Legends" is a story about a professional baseball player, Russell Black, who discovers he can’t hit a baseball for... - August 16, 2007 - Joe Kaminski, Jr.
Book On Roger Federer - The Roger Federer Story, Quest for Perfection - Available as the Swiss Tennis Champion Goes for Fourth Straight US Open Title
The Roger Federer Story, Quest for Perfection is now available in bookstores, on-line and at rogerfedererbook.com as Federer begins his attempt to win his fourth straight US Open title. The book has received positive reviews from around the world. - August 16, 2007 - New Chapter Press
Several New iUniverse Titles Earn Publisher’s Choice Designation
Twenty-seven exceptional iUniverse titles received the coveted Publisher’s Choice designation during the month of July. 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... - August 12, 2007 - iUniverse
Montana Author Cookie Grimes Captures the Hearts of Every Age in Her New Children’s Book
Cookie Grimes releases her first children's book, "A New Year's Family," the first of a planned series of animal stories. - August 12, 2007 - Cookie Grimes
"A New Year's Family" by Montana Author Cookie Grimes
When Cookie’s first grandson, Chivas Reid was born she promised that she would write true stories about her son Michael and the animals that were in their lives so he could share them with his family. And that is how it all began. Now four years later with her second grandson, Walker Evan, born, she has finished this first book and is working on her next “true animal story.” Cookie, too, loves having a family. - August 12, 2007 - Cookie Grimes
Five iUniverse Authors Selected as Honorable Mentions at the 2007 Hollywood Book Festival
Five iUniverse titles were selected as honorable mentions at the 2007 Hollywood Book Festival held on Sat. July 28, in Hollywood, CA. The Hollywood Book Festival aims to recognize literature worthy of notice by the entertainment industry. The festival also strives to get those books worthy of... - August 12, 2007 - iUniverse
"The Wishing Flower" Helps Create Positive Self-Esteem in Children
The Wishing Flower by Mosetta Penick Phillips-Cermak, Ph.D. uses fundamental concepts to bolster self-esteem and reassure children of their parents' love in a delightful and original fairy tale for children of all ages. - August 12, 2007 - PM Moon Publishers, Limited
Writers in the Sky Podcasts Explore Multiple Themes and Writing Strategies
Write On! Creative Writing Services, a well-known team of seasoned authors, editors, and proofreaders will release a full spectrum of podcasts in August. - August 11, 2007 - Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services
Andres Fragoso, Jr. Aims to Satisfy Men's Grooming Needs with Men's Grooming 101 a Step-by-Step Instructional, Pictorial Guide for a Groomed Man
Men's Grooming 101 is a step-by-step guide to help other men properly groom themselves. The guide includes detailed instructions, pictures and a comedic approach to men's grooming. - August 11, 2007 - Andres Fragoso, Jr.
Romance-Thriller Novelette Writing Contest
Belletristic Press announces their first annual writing competition. Five (5) finalists will be published in a Romance-Thriller novelette anthology. Each winner will be compensated $200USD and receive four (4) Trade Paperback copies of the anthology entitled When All Else Fails. The following must... - August 11, 2007 - Belletristic Press, LLC
New Book Reveals the Power of Mentoring in Real-Life Story of Hope
Tom Pace’s new book, Mentor: The Kid & The CEO, is creating a buzz among professionals and street kids alike. With its simple message of hope through action, the story finds its way into the hearts and minds of those who read it. Think Og Mandino meets Ken Blanchard - August 10, 2007 - PaceButler Corporation
Brad Sharp Aims to Share His Works with Print-on-Demand Availability of ~Scribblings~ From a Sidewalk Notebook at Lulu.com
Brad Sharp shares his experiences of growing up as a gay male in a small Texas town while struggling with everyday issues and working them out through poetry and writings that he now shares with others in hopes of helping them come to terms with their own struggles with the publication of... - August 10, 2007 - Brad Sharp
S.M. Morton Named Dark Myth Comics New Editor-in-Chief
After a seven year hiatus, Morton returns as chief. - August 10, 2007 - Dark Myth Production Studios
Police Inspector Uncovers Family Secrets in New Murder Mystery
A murder, a mystery and a case of mistaken identity help a grieving police inspector discover the truth behind an attack on his father in Paul Hupton’s new book, "In the Mood" (published by AuthorHouse). - August 10, 2007 - Paul Hupton
Star Wars Price Guide Reaches Higher Audience
Move over collectors and dealers of Star Wars antiquities and treasures. The fans have found the Star Wars Super Collectors Wish Book and claimed it for their own. - August 10, 2007 - Collector Books
Dr. Blogstein Hailed as "The Oprah of Internet Radio"
Dr. Blogstein's Radio Happy Hour (DrBlogstein.com) is quickly developing a reputation as a "can't miss" booking for authors to promote their new books. - August 09, 2007 - Dr. Blogstein
New Online Marketing Tool for Authors and Writers Debuts
Mantra Media Design Announces New Video “Book Previews” for Authors and Publishers - August 08, 2007 - Mantra Media Design
Sidi Benzahra Aims to Satisfy Independent Publishing Publicity Craving with Print-on-Demand Availability of Woman City at Lulu.com
Woman City is a book based on three women (one Black and two White) who lived in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Because of the hardship they experienced in the city, they decided to move to a small, abandoned town (ghost town) in western South Dakota. One of the women's fathers owns the land. The women... - August 07, 2007 - Benzahra Arts
The Death of Black America Hits Home
Black America is dying out. Despite economic and legal gains, Black Americans now face zero to negative birthrates, abortion rates that are twice that of every other racial group in America, and the break down of the Black American family. This set of circumstances ironically projects a bleak future for a race that appeared so resilient in overcoming American slavery. "The Death of Black America" examines why this demise is happening and whether or not anything can be done to stop it. - August 06, 2007 - Eran Reya
Medical Malpractice and Insurance Fraud Theme of New Medical Thriller Book from Tampa, FL Author Mike Esposito
Dr. Michael Esposito’s breakout novel stunningly illuminates the world of medicine and malpractice law in a way that fiction never could. Locked In is an intelligent, fast-paced thriller of deceit, greed, and murder set in Tampa’s medical and legal community. - August 05, 2007 - Mike Esposito
The Perfect Cure for Anybody Suffering from Harry Potter Withdrawal is Now Here
"Generations," a new novel by Scottish author William Meikle, provides action, adventure, brave teenagers, eccentric adults, and a whole array of magical beasts that must be destroyed... or befriended. - August 05, 2007 - William Meikle
New Release Helps Readers Understand How Their Well-Being is Directly Linked to Nature
Stewards of Spirit is released by author Gianetta Ellis. Aligning with today’s popular quest for self-improvement and self-fulfillment, Gianetta Ellis gives us a unique outlook on our human link with... - August 04, 2007 - Dog Ear Publishing
iUniverse Offers Authors a Bonanza of Free Books Through August 15th
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced that each author who purchases a publishing package from now until August 15 will receive additional free books. This special allows iUniverse authors the opportunity to pick the publishing package... - August 03, 2007 - iUniverse
Controversial New Book Condemns Adoption
New Jersey resident Jessica DelBalzo looks like an average, 20-something mom, but for the past ten years, she has been active in a small but growing radical movement to eradicate adoption. Her new book, Unlearning Adoption: A Guide to Family Preservation and Protection, released this week, offers a... - August 02, 2007 - Adoption: Legalized Lies
Several iUniverse Titles Earn Reader’s Choice Designation
Twenty exceptional iUniverse titles received the coveted Reader’s Choice designation during the week of July 23-July 27. The iUniverse Reader's Choice designation recognizes authors who have achieved both editorial excellence and sales success. Authors reach the Reader's Choice level after... - August 02, 2007 - iUniverse
The Cheaters Guide to Writing Erotic Romance Released
Mojocastle Press is proud to announce the Release of Morgan Hawke's The Cheaters Guide to Writing Erotic Romance. - August 02, 2007 - MojoCastle Press LLC
Arbor Books Authors Have Success at BookExpo America
Arbor Books, Inc. is proud to announce the successful exhibition at BookExpo America 2007 for itself and its clients. - August 02, 2007 - Arbor Books Inc.
Author Teams Up with Alzheimer's Association
Neuroscientist and author Lisa Genova joins the Alzheimer's Association's Voice Open Move campaign with her new novel, Still Alice. Genova hopes her book will increase public awareness of the realities of living with early-onset Alzheimer's Disease and by donating a minimum of $1.00 per book to care and research, she plans to be part of the efforts that will lead to a cure and a better life for millions. - August 01, 2007 - Lisa Genova
Angel Logan, Published Author Puts Self-Published & Independent Authors on the Map with Her Best Selling Poetry Book
A Vision Into the Window of Life to Help You Find Your Wings to Fly. This is Angel Logan's mission statement, as an author. Her dream is that with her unique style of writing – she'll be able to share and teach what she has learned along her journey. Angel wants to give her readers the inspiration needed to believe in themselves, to believe in hope and to find their own wings to fly. In addition, she hopes to inspire other writers, and assist in their quest to become published authors. - August 01, 2007 - Angel Logan
Independent St. Louis Author Releases Second Book in Trilogy
St. Louis novelist Edward Philip White continues his epic historical fiction trilogy with the release of book two, The Quest for Prester John. The Song of Sherwood trilogy imagines the adventures of three generations descended from Sherwood Forest’s original heroes, Robin Hood and the Merry... - July 31, 2007 - Edward Philip White
Southern Author, Jeffrey W. Waller Has Recently Released His Novel, The Twisted Mile Through Lulu.com
Jeff Waller asks the question, “What if?” What if the secret of perpetual motion were actually discovered? How would the world react? Would there be resistance to such a wonderful discovery, and where would it come from? The work is available through most major book outlets and through Lulu (www.lulu.com) - July 30, 2007 - Jeffrey W. Waller
Corpoarate Glory
When Andrea Xandrillia decided to work for the biggest organization in the known Universe, Galaxy Systems Corporation, she didn't know she was going to get caught up in a solar flare of greed, lust, sex and power mongering. Enlisting the aid of a contracted hitman, she learns the ways to manuever... - July 29, 2007 - Eric J. Obmann
Amber Shadows and the Missing Wands
The Next Best Seller Worldwide. Enter a Magically Hidden World of Mystical Magic, Ancient Secrets, and Deadly Peril. - July 28, 2007 - Wendy J. Willett, Author
iUniverse’s Gedymin Featured Speaker at Pacific Northwest Writers Summer Conference
Diane Gedymin, vice president and editorial director for leading print-on-demand supported self-publishing company iUniverse, will be a featured guest speaker at the 52nd annual Pacific Northwest Writers Association (PNWA) Summer Conference. The PNWA summer conference will take place at the Hilton... - July 28, 2007 - iUniverse
iUniverse Announces the Release of Michael Mehas’ Explosive Stolen Boy
New Novel Based on Jesse James Hollywood’s Riveting Criminal Case - July 28, 2007 - iUniverse
iUniverse’s Susan Driscoll Featured in the June 2007 Issue of Book Business
Susan Driscoll, CEO and president of iUniverse, was featured in the June 2007 issue of Book Business in the magazine’s “The Corner Office” column. In the interview, Driscoll discussed the exciting evolution of the self-publishing industry with columnist Peter Beisser. Driscoll... - July 28, 2007 - iUniverse
China and a US War? New Fiction Novel Titled Assassin's Mace by Evan Pedone
New novel predicts future war between United States and China. - July 27, 2007 - Evan Pedone
London Life Coach Co-Authors Sign Control Freak Book at Chapters
Life Coaches and co-authors of The Control Freak's Guide™ to Living Lightly, Gail Barker and Gail Nielsen will be signing books at the Chapters Wellington Road location in London, Ontario, on Saturday, July 28th, 2007. - July 27, 2007 - Control Freak's Guide
New Book Offers Fresh Look at Mentors’ Vital Role in Society
Exciting new author. Chance Montana's latest book, Me and Mr. C, has just hit the retail marketplace. A Google search for "Chance Montana" will direct you to his Author's Den where you can preview his work, read and post reviews... etc. - July 26, 2007 - Chance Montana
Pregnancy Health & Fitness Guide eBook Released
Purple Onions Launches its First eBook: Fitness Designed for a Healthy Pregnancy - July 26, 2007 - Purple Onions
Visual Effects Artist Jim Hillin Premieres His New Book of Comics on the Humorous Work-A-Day World of Digital Filmmaking at the 2007 Comic-Con
So, you say you like visual effects -- the explosions, the impossible stunts, the flying super heroes and you love digital filmmaking, but two hours after the movie, you're hungry again!? Fear no more. Impress your friends. Be a "hit" at parties. (Although, it's likely those will be LAN... - July 25, 2007 - Wire-Heads.com