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Celebrate Valentine's Day Mobster-Style with the Hudson Lake Book Launch Party
Historical Novel Celebrates Its Debut at the Jazz Club Co-Owned by the Novel's Villain, Alleged Al Capone Henchman and Planner of St. Valentine's Day Massacre, Machine Gun Jack McGurn - February 12, 2007 - Twilight Times Books
Home Invasion Robberies: Kidnapping and Hostage Taking in America
Home invasion robberies, families being kidnapped and held hostage for ransom, are becoming more common and no one, even a southern California billionaire, is exempt. - February 09, 2007 - Michelle Renee
BottleTree Publishes MySpace Book
"MySpace Maxed Out" by BottleTree Books LLC teaches how to increase popularity, buzz a band and secure privacy for the over 150 million registered users of social networking site MySpace. - February 08, 2007 - BottleTree Books LLC
Starting a Photography Business Just Got a Little Easier
Starting a photography studio can be a difficult endeavor. VirtualPhotographyStudio.com now makes the job of marketing a little easier by providing year long marketing plans specific to 26 different photography fields. - February 07, 2007 - Vision Business Concepts Inc.
Horizon Textbook Publishing Releases Understanding the Speechmaking Process (12th Edition)
Horizon Textbook Publishing announces the release of Understanding the Speechmaking Process, twelfth edition, by Ray S. Ross, Ph.D. - February 07, 2007 - Horizon Textbook Publishing
iUniverse Author Shares Life-Changing Tips in New Podcast
With 2007 well underway, many are struggling to keep New Year’s resolutions made only a few weeks ago. In a new and informative podcast, iUniverse author Dr. Marion Kramer Jacobs offers key advice to help you keep those resolutions and make permanent, positive life changes. In the podcast,... - February 07, 2007 - iUniverse
JK Rowling Inspires Britain’s Undiscovered Authors to Write a Bestseller
More than half of the UK population think they could write a bestselling novel – and JK Rowling is their main inspiration, according to a new survey by The Canopy Channel. Sadly most budding authors feel they are held back their jobs, even though staggering 25 million adults across the UK... - February 07, 2007 - The Canopy Channel
What’s the Big Secret? - The Cross of Ramplet - A Knights Templar Novel
New Knights Templar treasure legend mystery suspense novel debuts as an e-book from ClydeSight Productions. - February 07, 2007 - ClydeSight Productions
Adaptation Ltd Announces New Support Services to Help Boards Shape the Future
Adaptation Ltd now offers support for boards wishing to challenge traditional assumptions. The new services will help companies create distinct offerings, establish new markets and provide customers with additional choices. - February 06, 2007 - Adaptation Ltd
Realm - Book I~ To Tell of Darkness by K.A. M'Lady Available at Mojocastle Press
In Glen Hills the Darkness has been unleashed and it's up to Bounty Hunter, Rihker Tennai to track down all who stand between her and the peace that comes from the Light. But this Pixie half-breed finds being a child of both the Light and Darkness wreaks havoc on a girl's soul. And in Glen Hills - Sometimes, even the monsters are afraid of the Darkness. Available now at Mojocastle Press - www.mojocastle.com - Realm - Book I - To Tell of Darkness by K.A. M'Lady - February 02, 2007 - K.A. M'Lady
Day Job Killer Launch - The Gurus Will Be Very Upset
On Tuesday, February 6th, 2007, the world will see the launch of the new "Day Job Killer" ebook by Chris McNeeney, best-selling author of "Adwords Miracles" and the infamous "Affiliate Project X". Learn about some of the new methods in his e-book. - February 02, 2007 - Odinns Marketing
Viva Greenville Announces Partnership with Joyner Library
Juan Pablo Giometti, publisher of Viva Greenville, has announced that Viva Greenville will partner with East Carolina University’s Joyner Library in both print and online publications. This partnership will inform the Hispanic community in Eastern North Carolina about Joyner Library services,... - February 02, 2007 - Viva Greenville
Independent Writers of Chicago: “Quidnunc: Little Known Reference Materials.”
Chief consulting editor of American Dictionaries for Oxford University Press, Erin McKean reveals unusual, unheard-of, invaluable reference books and where to find them. Tuesday, February 13th, Chicago Athletic Club’s 7th Floor Lakeshore Room, 12 S. Michigan Ave. Program 6 p.m. Networking 5 p.m. Nonmembers, $15; IWOC members free. For more information, call 847-855-6670 or visit www.iwoc.org. - February 02, 2007 - Independent Writers of Chicago
At Last Sherrie Chastain Reveals the Time Tested, Scientifically Proven, Simple yet Powerful Methods of Prevention & Reversal of Poor Health in her New e-Book
Information on the Step by Step Guide to Health released by Sherrie Chastain today, titled "You Can't Take It With You So Stay Longer or The pH Factor". - February 02, 2007 - Sherrie Chastain
Birds, Mice, and Apple Pie: New Book Shows Life from a Cat's-Eye View
"Birds, Mice, and Apple Pie," a new book by Sacramento-area mother Susan Fiedler, is a heartwarming story of seven cats that will appeal to animal lovers of all ages. - February 01, 2007 - Spotted Cat Designs
Creative Photo Designs Publishes Roadside Attractions Book
Creative Photo Designs has published their first book, “The American Road”, featuring stunning images of roadside attractions and architecture from various locations in the U.S. - February 01, 2007 - Creative Photo Designs
Randall Radic Signs Book Deal with Ephemera Bound
Randall Radic's book, "The Sound of Meat," is to be published by Ephemera Bound. - February 01, 2007 - Ephemera Bound Publishing
Al Herr Integrates Evolution with Intelligent Design in New Book, Rupturian Vision of Reality
In Rupturian Vision of Reality, overview of the three volume Last Call from Earth series, Al Herr lays out a new vision of reality, integrating up-to-the-minute thinking about evolution with theories of Intelligent Design. The book presents no less than a reimagined cosmology. In compelling detail, Herr describes the nature, origin and evolution of the soul; its physical component: soulstrings; its transfiguration into spiritual energy, and concepts for soul's transplantation to another body. - January 31, 2007 - Last Call from Earth
Renegade Marriage Counselor Claims Men are Unfairly Blamed for Communication Failure in Marriage
Stereotypes get in the way of successful marriages, says author. Couples therapist Dr. Max Vogt dispels the myth that creating a great marriage takes time, sacrifice and personal change... - January 31, 2007 - Dr. Max Vogt
New Book Shows How Average Performers Can Become Superstars
In his new book ‘Winning Companies; Winning People’ Prof. Colin Coulson-Thomas shows how average performers can become superstars and ordinary companies world leaders. Workgroup productivity and corporate performance can be transformed to deliver commercial success for organisations and personal satisfaction for individuals. - January 31, 2007 - Adaptation Ltd
Wake Up America Everyone is Talking - Sindoni Says is a Magicial Mystery Tour into the Life of Author Stephen Sindoni that will Leave You Wanting More
Sindoni Says is the memoir of Stephen Sindoni, who at the age of six retells the story of his grandfather’s early beginnings in America. The book spans over fifty years of American history and makes many provoking discoveries with the help of spirit guides along the journey. The book is available in English and has been translated into Spanish. - January 30, 2007 - Stephen Sindoni
For Any Company, People Are the Real Bottom Line
Outskirts Press is pleased to bring you In the Best Companies, People Are Everything by Lawrence Haines. This brilliant new book focuses on what seems to be a lost art in business: how to deal effectively with all the people in a company to ensure increasing growth and profit. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Maybe You Can’t Go Home Again, But You Can Start Over
Outskirts Press is pleased to announce the publication of Nomad’s Land, the highly anticipated first novel by Susan Kathleen. An experienced ghostwriter and comedy writer, Kathleen has turned her talents toward fiction to tell the tale of Catrin Moran, a young woman whose wandering existence has brought her back to Chicago, and to the people she once considered friends. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Lighthousestock.com Publishes Lighthouse Book
Lighthousestock.com has published their first book, "Shining Sentinels", featuring stunning images of lighthouses from various locations in the U.S. - January 27, 2007 - Creative Photo Designs
PublishAmerica Presents Backyard Burial by Janet McGuire Hendershot
PublishAmerica is proud to present Backyard Burial by Janet McGuire Hendershot of Old Town, Florida. - January 27, 2007 - PublishAmerica
Bold New Book Offers Compelling Approach for Positive Life Change
In paper back from Outskirts Press arrives The Language of Fruit by Greg McNeil, a dynamic process for grasping our dreams deftly and without regard for interference, in a format that defies any ready classification. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
No Child Should Ever Feel He or She is Facing a Challenge Alone No Matter How Big or Small that Challenge May Be
We are all unique and different in our own way. Being different has its own rewards. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Poignant Story of One Woman’s Search for Love and a Child to Nurture
Life, as we are taught, is supposed to be textbook perfect—do well in school, make lots of friends, fall in love, plan a life. For some this is easily accomplished, for others the task is far more challenging, far more painful, and far more daunting. That Which Does Not Kill Us Makes Us Stronger follows the real-life story of one woman’s journey through marriage, motherhood, and the challenge to create a joyful life. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Spyjinks Abound in this Tale of Mistaken Identity and International Intrigue
Non-Stop Action with Dangers and Fun: The Ironical-Geographical Mystery is about a man who devoured spy novels as a kid, then switched to detective novels, and along the way decided that he wanted to become a private detective. Life instead handed him a job as a magazine reporter for a cheap rag in... - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
A Spiritual Guide for our Time Offers the Keys to Health, Abundance, and Joyful Living
Godism: Releasing the Power to Live is a manual for healthy, sane living. Centered on what author S. Roystone Neverson calls the “Eight Springs of Life,” it intelligently guides readers through an examination of their inner and outer environments. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Captivating Stories of an Author's Exciting Spiritual Journey into Third World Development
Applying the "Public Health Model" to Nsanje District in southern-most Malawi, the author weaves the story-threads into an almost palpable fabric of exciting, successful interventions in Child Survival. She underpins the mission with her personal experiences on her spiritual journey from widowhood through senior-citizen romance to selfless adventure in Africa. - January 27, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Budget is Not a Four Letter Word
Widowed, broke, mother of three…several years ago, this would have described author, Staci Nauman. Not any more. Today she is financially stable and teaching others how they, too, can take back control of their personal finances and live within their means no matter what their paycheck reads. - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Blind Spot ~ A Novel of Scientific Espionage. A Dangerous Technological Advance that Could be Frighteningly Close
In this book the writer develops a Personal Tactical High Energy Laser – PTHEL – which blinds the enemy. It is a weapon that we believe does not now exist. We are certain however, that it has been researched. Laser weapons the size of a large military vehicle have been developed. But, no such weapon has been developed that is lightweight or accurate enough for use by one or two men that the author is aware of. - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
It’s a Dangerous World Out There—Learn the Ass-Kicking Techniques that Can Save Your Life
No one is immune from violence. Even the most safety-minded of us may one day find ourselves doing the unthinkable—fighting for our very lives against an attacker who wants to rob, rape, or even murder us. What would you do in such a situation? - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Burlesque Legend Satan's Angel Signs with Ephemera Bound
CeCe Walker, aka burlesque dancer Satan's Angel, signs book deal with Ephemera Bound. With the return to burlesque, peek-a-boo performance and the neo-burlesque movement, there is more interest than ever in stories from legends like Walker. - January 26, 2007 - Ephemera Bound Publishing
Fast and Easy Strategies for Retirement Planning
Secrets to Basic Retirement Planning is a straightforward guidebook that offers valuable information for those seeking to understand how to set up, implement and choose a retirement plan. With a three-step approach, author and licensed consultant Chris Rodgers has compiled fast, easy, and simple... - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Distinguished Educator Shows How to Learn to Speak in Filipino
Dr. Victoria Rey, an active leader in the Philippine community and an educator with an extensive experience in teaching Conversational Filipino and language arts, offers engaging activities in her book, Speak, Read and Write in Filipino. Through interacting with the lessons and activities in this book, non-Tagalog speakers will be able to communicate in Filipino that is composed mostly of Tagalog words. - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Letting Go of Guilt: New Book Heralds Good News for Catholics
"Catholicism without the Guilt" is a practical approach to the Catholic faith. It is highly recommended for young adults. It is a book that will challenge its readers to think and cause them to laugh through an atmosphere that leads to wisdom. - January 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Gordon Kirkland to Release His Fifth Collection of Short Humor
Award-winning Canadian author, syndicated columnist, and entertainer Gordon Kirkland announced today that work has been completed on his fifth collection of short humor. His material has made him a reader and audience favorite throughout Canada and the United States. The book will be published by... - January 25, 2007 - Gordon Kirkland At Large
Real Food for Real College Students
Outskirts Press, Inc. is pleased to bring you The Real College Cookbook by G. P. McDonald. Unlike many of the so-called “starving student” cookbooks on the market, this book highlights realistic food and beverage recipes that any college student can successfully survive on—the... - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Author Exposes Controversies in Catholic Church
Detroit author and school teacher announces the release of her autobiographical novel, Confessions of a Catholic Schoolgirl. Zeroing in on the Catholic Church controversy, author Michelle Kane reveals the kind of secrets the Catholic Church has been sweeping under the rug for years. - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Even in the Days of the Old West, it was Politics as Usual
A Simpler Time, which is subtitled A Lie Accepted As Truth Is More Powerful than the Truth Can Ever Be, takes readers down a not-so-familiar historical road and into the politics of the 19th Century in this fact-filled novel about a lonely 40-year-old native New Englander, who is also a Secret... - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
A Successful Insurgence in America? New Book Shows It’s Possible
In Beyond the Failure Club, author James I. McGovern offers a compelling vision of the ultimate reaction to politics and government that have failed society. The insurgence here is not in some small or backward region of the world, but within greater North America, the United States and... - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Heroine and Hero Die, Yet this Action-romance Futuristic Story has a Happy Ending
In a few centuries, man’s continuing quest for ever-more prosperity, longevity, and conquest of territory culminates in a drastic scientific breakthrough. It’s something terrifying. And it’s terrible. Yet nothing else will do it all. The governments quietly promote it. But to be widely accepted, first it has to overcome many hurdles. This is a Prospective Fiction story of some of these showdowns that occur at the dawn of the 26th century on Mars... - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Oregon Author Crafts Innovative Western Novel
Jim Kennison of Newport, Oregon, reflecting on his experience and childhood memories, has written a western novel that departs from the tradition of the genre. - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Al-Qaida & South American Drug Cartel in Northern California? “Diamond Saloon” is a Must Read.
Robert Cogburn writing under pen-name Robert Conners has written an international thriller entitled “Diamond Saloon.” Terrorists in Northern California…citizens beware. - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Anthology Looks at the World of a Poet Up Close and Personal
The Life and Times of Angela Wilson is a self-portrait. It is a woman’s journey through life, a collage of personal experiences and observations that expose and question, and are at times painfully revealing. - January 25, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Real Emails from Unreal Males Focus of New Humor Book on Internet Dating
When Bari Auerbach decided to change her life after fifteen years of marriage, she tentatively ventured into the singles’ scene by subscribing to Internet dating sites in the hopes of finding her perfect match. Unexpectedly, the bulk of the emails she received were so outrageous that it spurred her to compile the real-life, unedited messages to create her book, You’ve Got Male. This book reveals what women encounter when faced with the opposite sex’s outrageous attempts at communication. - January 24, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Imagine a World without Religious Dogma and Fanaticism, a World Where Everyone Lives the Golden Rule… with or without God
Healigion – a religion without God – by author Jim Lightwala offers a powerful examination of the consequences of religion throughout mankind’s history. It looks at the origins & aspects of religious teachings & practices. It asks readers to open theirs minds to a belief system where it is not important if there is a god or not. - January 24, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Best-Selling Author Who Chronicled Life of “Amazing Grace” Writer Critiques the New Movie
Author Christine Schaub recently pre-screened the upcoming movie “Amazing Grace.” Christine’s most recent best-selling novel, THE LONGING SEASON, chronicles the life of John Newton and the story behind his most beloved hymn. Schaub’s novels are painstakingly researched for... - January 23, 2007 - Christine Schaub