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Mystery Thriller Now Available in Kindle Books from Amazon.com
As the Twig is Bent by Joe Perrone Jr. is moving up the charts on the Kindle Book Listings. - March 20, 2009 - Author Joe Perrone Jr. d/b/a Escarpment Press
Mary Cantando Announces Fourth Book
Mary Cantando, a nationally-recognized expert on women business owners and author of The Woman’s Advantage, recently signed a contract with Jossey-Bass for her fourth book, Leading with Care. Cantando is writing the book in collaboration with the international relief organization, CARE. - March 20, 2009 - WomanBusinessOwner.com
Self Published Book Explores Plans for Mitigating Possible Effects of Sea-Level Rise
Sandor Istvan Biczo highlights the importance of mitigating the effects of sea-level rise in his self-published book, Dragon Hunting. - March 19, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Home for an Angel
How can the littlest angel, Timothy, fulfill his dream and the dream of an earthly family? With a little bit of hope and faith. - March 19, 2009 - Home for an Angel
New Review of The Box of Books by Larry N. Kelly
Top British Critic Rates Larry's Book The Box of Books - Review. There are few cases of religious biographical works that have overcome the boundaries of prejudice to become literary classics. - March 19, 2009 - Larry N. Kelly
Success in Recession Through Moore Motivation
Daniel Moore is the founder and president of Moore Motivation. With the release of his new book "The 10 Affirmations of Motivation," he has taken the speaking industry by storm. - March 18, 2009 - Moore Motivation
Dream Village Launches Saved by the Well; US Kids Participate in World Water Week
Dream Village launches March 20, 2009 as a kick-off to World Water Week (March 22-28). Their first book, Saved by the Well, discusses the global water crisis in a way that is accessible, entertaining, and inspiring for any child. One need only speak to the teachers, scout leaders, and community... - March 18, 2009 - Dream Village
Twilaughs.com Announces the Release of Twilaughs: A Major Motion Picture Parody - the First of Its Kind in a Humorous Series on This New Generation of Vampires
Twilaughs.com announces the release of Twilaughs: A Major Motion Picture Parody - a compilation of comic relief and humorous illustrations, on the eve of the next twifan feeding and dubbed by its author Stephan E. Myers as perhaps the largest twihumor collection available - the first of its kind in its own series. Myers says “Let the laughter begin!” - March 18, 2009 - Twilaughs.com
"I Promise Trilogy" - a New Book by Katya Dee
Have you ever desired to become a vampire? Have you thought of the consequences? Jen Stevens, a 32-year old housewife feels trapped in her daily routine. She is obsessed with the vampires and has a secret desire to become one of them. Meanwhile a new neighbor moves into the luxury neighborhood and she is quite mysterious... - March 18, 2009 - Katya Dee's Books
Linking Readers and Writers Through Shared Experiences
World Voice: Connected Communities is a cultural exchange where writers from around the globe share their lives, passions, poetry, stories, spiritual pilgrimages, and their own humanity, while becoming part of the historical record of a burgeoning global society. The World Voice book series has the goal of fostering communication and commonality of all people across borders. - March 18, 2009 - Santiago, Inc.
Vanitha Sankaran's Historical Fiction Novel Watermark Has Been Sold to Avon Books by Marly Rusoff
In a time when the medieval Church and the growing middle class are at odds, Auda, the voiceless daughter of a minor papermaker, uses her father’s wares to write stories of love and nobility. Her verses capture the attention of the town’s rulers, a handsome painter, a band of heretics, and the Inquisition, all who bring great changes to her life, for good or for ill. This exciting novel tells Auda’s story of love, longing, and the need to find her place in the world. - March 18, 2009 - Vanitha Sankaran
Award Winning Storyteller Announces New Book, Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale, to Help Struggling People in Times of Change
Kelly Swanson is best described as a cross between Mark Twain, Lewis Grizzard, and a tidal wave. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to add humor to their lives and find a way to see beyond their obstacles. - March 17, 2009 - Kelly Swanson, Motivational Speaker
Antitype Press Launches with Lesbian Fiction Release
Antitype Press, a new publisher featuring quirky crime, mystery and sci-fi, now launched in the lesbian fiction market with the release of Heaven's Hell by E.A.Gray. - March 17, 2009 - Antitype Press
Tattoo Books Online in Phoenix Arizona Lays Out Its Plan Publicly
Tattoo Books Online (TBO Publishing Group) launches a new three pronged identity development phase to show how it plans to become a player in the online content development and publication development sectors of the tattoo industry, focused on the west coast of the United States. - March 16, 2009 - Tattoo Books Online Publishing Group
New Seduction Guide Puts Men Back in the Driving Seat
As we say goodbye to the last glimpses of Autumn, many will be dreading the thought of yet more cold, wet weather and gloomy dark nights sat in front of the telly. But women across the country might just be in for a real treat this Winter, as Dragon Cub announces the launch of “Perfect Seduction,’ its sauciest guide yet for men who want to really make an impact with the special women in their lives. - March 15, 2009 - Where the World Meets Ltd, t/a DragonCub.com
Princeton Press Releases Hana Wirth-Nesher's Pathbreaking Book, Call It English, in Paperback
Call It English by Hana Wirth-Nesher can now be found in paperback from Princeton Press. Runner-up of the 2006 National Jewish Book Award, in the Modern Jewish Thought category, and one of Choice's Outstanding Academic Titles for 2007. - March 15, 2009 - Princeton University Press
Free Sony E-book Reader
Romance novelist Lauri Robinson announces a contest sponsored by The Wild Rose Press (www.thewildrosepress.com) offering a chance to win a Sony E-Book reader. - March 15, 2009 - Lauri Robinson
Self Published Titles Featured on Online Christian Bookstore
CP Books, the online bookstore of The Christian Post network, provides exposure for Christian books and authors. - March 15, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Third Week in March Marks National Clutter Awareness Week… and CBC Finalist Announcement Marks Success for Sort It Out
It’s called “Spring Cleaning.” It’s away with the old to make way for the new. It’s not something most people enjoy, but it’s something to be aware of—it’s clutter. The third week of March marks National Clutter Awareness Week. Connecticut author Barb... - March 14, 2009 - Arbordale Publishing
Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services Gives Literary Award for Best Creative Writing
On March 7, 2009, authors of winning books entered in Reader Views Literary Awards were announced and 14 sponsors distributed prizes to finalists in 32 fiction and nonfiction categories. Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services awarded the $100 cash prize to James Earle McCracken. - March 14, 2009 - Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services
Educators Embrace E-Textbooks for Collaborative Learning
In January 2009, Vital Source interactive e-textbook platform saw over a 600% increase over the same period in 2008 by student and faculty adoption. - March 14, 2009 - Ingram Digital
Let There be Color
Color in fashion has never been hotter. And for the throngs of women who have are are finally coming out of 20 years of fashion industry inflicted mourning, let their be Light and Color. The latest book in the Color Me Beautiful series, Reinvent Yourself, Four Seasons of Color, Makeup and Style is... - March 13, 2009 - Color Me Beautiful
Randy Carlton Hunsucker Releases “Poetry 5.0”
“Difficult to dislike…youth(ful)…not quickly forgotten" - Jack Huber. First Book of Poetry by North Carolina Native Readable, Deep and Engaging. - March 13, 2009 - Randy Carlton Hunsucker
Book Author Self Publishes Answer to Poverty
George R. Grant presents ways to confront global poverty in ‘Tackling the Poverty of Nations: Why So Many Are Poor and What We Can Do About It’ published by Xlibris Corporation. - March 13, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Capstone Publishers Donates 10,000 Books to African Countries
Capstone Publishers, the leading publisher of high-kid-appeal children’s books for school and public libraries, has made a donation of 10,000 books to Books for Africa, the world’s largest shipper of donated text and library books to the African continent. Books donated to the program... - March 13, 2009 - Capstone
Author Susan Borgeson Has a Published a New Book, Letters Never Mailed, Now Available at Online Retailers Beginning in March, 2009
Feminist writer, Susan Borgeson, has a short book of 'poems' culled from 32 years of writing to Tom Waits. Proceeds to go to NAMI, National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. - March 13, 2009 - Susan Borgeson
Betterdaze(TM) Hypnosis Publishes New Book Critical of Scientology
Following its business plan that, in part, is to publish “on-topic/related subject articles and books,” Betterdaze(TM) Hypnosis recently published its first book, Hollywood, Satanism, Scientology, and Suicide by American author and professional hypnotist, Jerry Staton. Mr. Staton... - March 12, 2009 - Betterdaze Hypnosis
Mystery Thriller Spam & Eggs Garners Praise from Reviewers, Readers
The new mystery thriller "Spam & Eggs: A Johnny Denovo Mystery" is garnering praise from reviewers while also entertaining a growing legion of readers who have discovered the series. Reviewers have praised "Spam & Eggs" as “a masterpiece of deductive challenge,... - March 12, 2009 - Andrew Kent
Southern Writers Get Writing and Marketing Help from a Bestselling Author
On April 4 & 5th, 2009, Bestselling Author, John Lee, Will Present 2 New Workshops for Writers--Write to Live & Love What You Write: for Writers and Dreamers and Getting the Word Out: Editing, Publishing, Agents and Marketing. Cost is $99 for each day or $175 for both days if registered before March 15. - March 12, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Award-Winning Writer Robin Reynolds to Sign Books at Fountain Hills Book Festival March 14th
Arizona author Robin Reynolds, will sign and sell her award-winning book, "Life to the Max: Maxims for A Great Life by a Dog named Max" at the Fountain Hills Third Annual Book Festival on Saturday, March 14, from 10 am to 4 pm. - March 12, 2009 - NICE Creative
Grandmother of Six Wins Publishing Deal from WritingRoom.com for Her Debut Book of Poetry
The variety of our experience is what makes our lives rich. Janie Morrow, Grandmother of six, and the latest talent to become one of Writingroom.com’s Discovered Authors has turned the wealth of her life into something truly special. With the colorful palate of her experience, with words,... - March 11, 2009 - WritingRoom.com, LLC
The Truth Lies in the Dark Virtual Tour Begins on March 15th
The Truth Lies in the Dark by Kristin Callender will start a Virtual Book Tour on March 15, 2009. There are ten stops planned so far and more to be added. It is not too late to get in on this exciting and humorous tour. - March 11, 2009 - Kristin Callender
Up and Coming New Indie Author Dennis Fleming Writes a Heart Rending True Crime
After almost three decades and despite drugs, alcohol, depression, attempted suicide, and failed marriages, author writes evolution between violence and closure over death of sister by serial killer - March 11, 2009 - Dennis Fleming
Eric Rhodes Publishes His Novel "The King, Father & Mother - Trinity Revelation"
Author Eric Rhodes releases his inspiring novel, "The King, Father & Mother - Trinity Revelation", on Lulu.com, the online marketplace. - March 11, 2009 - Eric Rhodes
Kinky Noir: Author Breaking Out with BDSM Erotica Series for African Americans
African-American author Shakir Rashaan breaks into the literary world with his debut novel which encompasses the eroticism of BDSM and publishing it on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Mr. Rashaan took the opportunity to write his 250-plus page erotica novel “Chronicles... - March 11, 2009 - Kemi-Ka Publishing, LLC
Award-Winning, Bestselling Novelist, Susan Wingate, Sets-Off to Changing Hands Bookstore (Tempe, AZ) on Her "Bobby’s Diner" Book Tour
Beginning March 26th, 2009, Author of “Bobby’s Diner” (the novel), Susan Wingate sets off with stops to several literary spots, including Changing Hands Bookstore, through Arizona on her live book tour. - March 10, 2009 - Author Susan Wingate
New Children's Book from Capstone Productions Teaches That God is Not so Distant When a Child Needs Help
A touching new storybook helps children understand how to reach and communicate with God. - March 10, 2009 - Capstone Productions LLC
William Roudebush Dishes Out Legendary Mistakes Actors Make on Camera in Self Published Book
Self-published book Acting by Mistake is a how-to guide on acting for actors who are new in the business. - March 10, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
The Magical Way to Balanced Nutrition
Tasty Nature - New Cookbook Converts Science Into Fun & Easy Recipes. - March 10, 2009 - Tasty Nature
New Book Shares the Secrets of Transforming Work Into a Career You Desire
The road to career success can be rough, especially now, but making career navigation easier is Executive and Career Coach Debora McLaughlin and co-author Lisa Martelli who teamed up to write Roadmap for Career Success: 10 Keys to a Successful Drive. - March 10, 2009 - Open Door Coaching
New Book on Zora Hurston's Work
Gadfly Publishing announces publication of Zora Hurston And The Strange Case of Ruby McCollum. (Reviewed by Booklist) In 1952, Zora Neale Hurston, famous writer and cultural anthropologist, worked on assignment for the Pittsburgh Courier to cover the murder trial of Ruby McCollum, a wealthy "colored" woman who shot and killed her white lover who had stolen her money and forced her to have his children. - March 09, 2009 - Gadfly Publishing, LLC
Operation Neurosurgeon: You Never Know... Who's in the OR
Scintillating Fiction about a Rising Surgeon's Downfall by the newest medical fiction author, Barbara Ebel. - March 09, 2009 - Barbara Ebel MD author
The Science of Weight Loss
In February 2009, the New England Journal of Medicine, published a study by Dr. Frank Sacks of the Harvard School of Public Health and others. In their study, they showed that it doesn't matter which diet you choose: if you want to lose weight, you'd better reduce your calorie intake. In the book... - March 09, 2009 - John Josefson
Spring Spirits Beckon Mystery Author
Elizabeth Eagan-Cox, author of the Shannon Delaney cozy paranormal mystery series announces Spring appearance schedule. - March 08, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
Mystery of Biblical Symbolism Unveiled, eBook by Stanislaw Kapuscinski
For thousands of years, more than 3300 words in the Bible remained untranslated. Find out what Moses, Jesus and the prophets really said to the people of their time. - March 08, 2009 - inhousepress
Turner Tops Publishers Weekly List of Fast-Growing Publishing Companies
Publishers Weekly has named Turner Publishing Company as the top-ranked publisher on their list of fast-growing companies. - March 08, 2009 - Turner Publishing Company
Nightengale Press Announces Book Launch for FourEver Friends, a Novel by Erica Miner
Studio City Book Launch for this coming of age novel which transcends time to satisfy the Boomers’ yearning for the Sixties and curiosity of Generations X, Generation Jones, and Generation Y about how growing up really was back in the good old days. - March 07, 2009 - Nightengale Press, A Nightengale Media LLC Company
Xlibris to Promote Self-Published Books with Publishers Weekly
Xlibris links up with the highly respected Publishers Weekly to promote self-published titles. - March 07, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Book Publisher Marion Street Press Sold to Acorn Guild Press
Marion Street Press of Oak Park, Ill., has been sold to Acorn Guild Press of Portland, Ore. Marion Street specializes in books for writers and journalists. - March 06, 2009 - Anvil Publishers
Book Author Publishes Scriptural Model on Suffering
A self-published author presents and defines four classes of suffering as a model purely based on Scriptures in ‘Suffering - A Biblical Study’ published by Xlibris. - March 06, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher