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Outskirts Press Releases the New Book, "Fragmented Senses," by Audrey Brown Lightbody - Spiritual Ideas and the Human Condition Experienced through The Senses
Fragmented Senses is a poetry book of unique sensitivity and depth, which is arranged in sections delineated by the human senses. “It comes from the thought,” author Audrey Brown Lightbody explains, “that beauty, knowledge, and inner yearnings are seldom understood as all of one... - August 01, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Releases the New Book "It’s Trying To Teach" Written by a Teacher Who Still Loves Teaching
In this brief treatise, a former educator recounts her experiences with students, administrators, and colleagues. From a junior high principal who accused her of being a traitor to a Superintendent of schools who castigated a four term president, she relates all her experiences and her frustrations... - August 01, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Release of the New Book "Wolf Within" by Anita Chavez
Wolf Within, the first book in a series of horror stories, opened up a different outlook on the classic legend of the Werewolf and invited a possibility of the existence of different species of Werewolves, called Hidden Wolves. A Hidden Wolf does not physically transform into hairy, canine bearing,... - August 01, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Release of the New Book, "The Broadhurst Manor Curse," by Gloria Vago
The Broadhurst Manor Curse is a classic tale, where dark and stormy nights always bring misfortune, and just when you think you have figured out the key to the mystery, you find another plot twist behind a locked door. When 14-year-old Constance Martin loses her mother and father in a car... - August 01, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
One Man’s Quest to Help Kids in Gangs is Making a Profound Difference
Got Gangs? Practical Guidelines for Parents/Teachers on a Mission for Gang Prevention/Intervention comes at a time when our nation’s cities are struggling with the increasing problem of gang violence. The book is the result of one man’s committed quest and subsequent success in dealing... - July 31, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Best Selling Author, M.J. Acharya, Creates an Ebook for Men
BrokenHeartedGuy.com has been created to support The BreakUp Workbook for Men. - July 28, 2006 - Brokenheartedgirl.com
Narrator Janis Panizza Releases Legendary Audiobook
Aire Craft Audio recording studio owner Janis Panizza narrates author Marion Campbell’s novel, “The Dark Twin.” - July 28, 2006 - Voices.com
Romance Authors Tell All
Local Writers Hold Public Panel and Book Signing Event. - July 27, 2006 - MMI
Announcing the Release of LAFastway.com Ebook
New eBook provides real help to Los Angeles commuters to save gas, save time, get where they are going faster and ease road rage and stress. It even shows all U.S. drivers how to make all car expenses legally tax deductible and save $100s or $1000s/year on taxes. - July 27, 2006 - LA Fastway
New Book by Teri B. Clark: Private Mortgage Investing: How to Earn 12% or More on Your Savings, Investments, IRA Accounts, and Personal Equity
This new book by Teri B. Clark and published by Atlantic Publishing Company provides an alternate to investors who are tired of the lagging and volatile stock market. - July 26, 2006 - Teri B. Clark
Seniors Tai Chi Workout Book Improves Balance, Strength and Flexibility
The Senior’s Tai Chi Workout Book just published is the first Tai Chi workout book designed especially for seniors. All seniors will benefit from this simple, clear and easy to follow workout. Precise and clear directions and photos illustrate all Tai Chi exercises. - July 26, 2006 - Tai Chi School of Westchester, est. 1978
Dr. Thomas Moore Confronts Issues around Forgiving - in His New Novel, Upland Road
Forgiveness is the only known antidote to resentment, even including that resentment which often results from abuse, abortion, rape ... and it can be digested like a medication, and often there is further delayed benefits. Forgiveness has no damaging side effects, and it comes free. - July 25, 2006 - Alphar Publishing
Dorney School Literacy Project Gets an Alien Penfriend
The official opening of Dorney School’s (www.dorney.bucks.sch.uk) ‘Jungle Retreat’ Reading Project had an extraterrestrial theme when author Faiz Kermani visited the school to talk to the children about his fiction book, "My Alien Penfriend” (www.myalienpenfriend.co.uk). - July 25, 2006 - Faiz Kermani
A Boy Survivor of Horrible Rape Ordeal Becoming Country’s Advocate for Recovery… Novelist, Dr. Thomas Moore
It is estimated that one in ten adults have been assaulted sexually as children. Ex-priest Dr. Moore says “at least 50% of u.s. population impacted by child rape.” Thomas relates his experience in book form: Ex-priest’s expose novel “Upland Road” to raise funds for survivors of childhood rape. - July 24, 2006 - Alphar Publishing
Homeowners Praise New Free Digital Book of Tips and Advice on Home Improvement Loans
Financial Web site Honest.net has released "Home Improvement Loans & Financing," a free digital book or ebook providing a convenient and highly-informative treasury of articles with real world advice, tips and recommended resources for homeowners seeking funding to help pay for their home improvement projects. - July 21, 2006 - SketchCo.com
Outskirts Press Releases New Book, "The Struggle Among Ideas: A Tourist Guide to the Natural World and the Human Predicament," by J. Ivey Davis
We live in a world undergoing a culture war of epic proportions, where ideologies are struggling for global dominance. To help us understand how such competition among ideas and philosophies has shaped the human psyche, author J. Ivey Davis looks back through the course of history to discover how we give meaning and purpose to the world we inhabit. - July 20, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Releases New Book, "Bosque Boy," a Novel by Jimmy Mason About a Boy Who Lives on His Own in Albuquerque’s Río Grande Bosque"
The story highlights the beautiful yet dangerous aspects of the river forest through the eyes of a twelve-year-old boy. - July 20, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Prominent Music Video Producer Sells Company to Pursue New Venture
Vice president of FM Rocks video production company sells her share in order to pursue her new children's publishing company. - July 20, 2006 - Playdate Kids Publishing
The U.S. Faces Terrorism Threat for the Next Generation
US faces terrorism for next generation or more and terrorists targets are not necessarily going to be high profile ones. - July 19, 2006 - mediawise
Author V.K. Fields Debuts Novel "Forbidden Fruit"
Author V.K. Fields introduced her novel “Forbidden Fruit” at the 2006 National Black Arts Festival, July 13-16, in Atlanta, GA. In addition, Fields will host a book signing on Saturday, August 26th, beginning at 2:00 p.m. V.K. Fields is CEO of V.K. Fields & Co. Public Relations Firm in Raleigh, NC. - July 19, 2006 - V.K. Fields & Co.
Health Consultant Challenges Troudeau and Western Medicine in New Book, "Forget the Cures, Find the Cause"
Rayna Gangi, holistic health consultant, teacher, author, and popular internet talk show host, takes readers on a combined journey through body, mind and spirit and the seven keys to balanced health. - July 18, 2006 - Earthwalk-USA
Bolingbrook, IL Author Michelle Larks Releases New Book Titled Who's Your Daddy
What A Tangled Web We Weave… Author Explores Marital Infidelity and Deceit in new book Who’s Your Daddy. - July 17, 2006 - F&M Enterprises
WW2 Air Force Navigator Defines a Post War Life in His Second Book
Following his first book Short Shorts, we see in his newest release From the Ritz to the Land of Oz, part one of a group of short stories defining the ongoing life of an imperfect semi-hero and those whose life he impacts. - July 17, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Children’s Digestive Enzyme Health is Linked to Optimum Adult Health
A new book, “Digestive Wellness for Children” by Dr. Liz Lipski details how enzyme deficiency plays a pivotal role in the development of disease, both as children and later as adults. - July 13, 2006 - Innovative Healing
“Cry Wolf” Now Part of Toledo Libraries
The main branch of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library as well as three other branches will be carrying both the first book (“Cry Wolf”) and second book (“Ghost of Sijan”) on their shelves. The announcement came late, last month. - July 12, 2006 - Dark Dance Productions, LLC
Futurist Author, Ron Palmer, Predicts that within Five Years IT Service Management will be a Popular Academic Discipline in Major Universities across the Nation
He claims that most of the pieces are in place and many dedicated professionals are actively promoting and supporting this idea. - July 12, 2006 - Gulf Stream Press
220 Communications Hosts Third Annual Authors and Artists Event to Benefit Chicago Abused Women Coalition
The Third Annual Authors and Artists, An Afternoon of Literature and Culture. Will feature over 20 Writers and Artists in a combination book and art fair. A portion of the proceeds to benefit the Chicago Abused women Coalition. - July 12, 2006 - 220 Communications
'The Day of Jehovah' a Book Released Today
Dr. Derrick Whitt shares from his experience as a Jehovah's Witness and Christ-based advice to help those who want to exit out of the religion. - July 11, 2006 - New Life Ministries
Soon to be Released Novel In the Shadow of My Sister Sizzles in the Summer Heat
Book by author Elizabeth Smith is both romance and thriller. - July 11, 2006 - 5th Street Books
The Saudi King and I: Janan Harb Goes Public as Interest in Her Story Gains Momentum
Janan Harb’s story of her life with King Fahd of Saudi Arabia is now reaching the public domain after years of secrecy. - July 10, 2006 - Janan Harb
Joshua Estrin Says “Move Over Dr. Phil” in His New Multi-Media Explosion, Shut Up and Listen to Yourself
Business Consultant and Celebrity Success Coach, Joshua Estrin has hit the ground running and says, "you are not broken and you do not need to be fixed." Dubbed the "Anti Expert/Anti Dr. Phil," Business Development guru Estrin has taken on the self help genre with... - July 10, 2006 - Concepts In Success
Right Wing Conspiracy Behind Terror Scares? Fiction that Reads Like it Could be Tomorrow’s Headlines
Imagine an America where partisan freedom fighters are forced to take on the powers that be in time to expose a doomsday plot. An America whose leaders have forsaken the principles the nation was founded to expand their own agenda. An America where partisan heroes are forced to take up arms to defend liberty. - July 10, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Releases a New Children’s Book, "The Golden Egg: A Story About Adoption," by Jenny and Phil Thrasher
Jenny and Phil Thrasher adopted their children, Trey and Mackenzie, from Kazakhstan in 2004. They wrote The Golden Egg to help explain the miracle of adoption to Trey and Mackenzie. Jenny and Phil hope The Golden Egg will help children and adults everywhere understand the beauty of adoption. - July 10, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Prominent Music Video Producer Launches New Children’s Publishing Company
Tena Fanning, music video producer, launches new company, Playdate Kids Publishing. - July 06, 2006 - Playdate Kids Publishing
New Erotic Book Publisher Has Mojo
Now accepting submissions, erotica/erotic romance publisher has a strong foundation of experience behind it. - July 04, 2006 - Mojocastle Press
Terror Attack or Flu Pandemic – A Nation Prepares
With the constant threat of a flu pandemic or terrorist attack, it's important to be prepared. Dr. Paulo J. Reyes has written a fiction book on a terrorist attack using smallpox taking place in an ER in Los Angeles, which describes such a scenario. It's excellent plot takes you inside the ER and what could happen if this occurred. - July 04, 2006 - Virtual Word Publishing, Inc.
Outskirts Press Releases the New Title “Game of Life: It's Almost Over," by Linda C Dipman
“The Game of Life, it’s almost over”, is unlike anything you have ever read or seen before, exposing the world as a multi-faceted game surrounding every person’s life. We are at War! Battling forces of evil versus good. Linda Dipman uses her own life story... - July 03, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
World's 1st E-Book that Will Earn You 100k without Spending 1 More Cent - Unveiled
World's 1st and only E-Book that earns a 100k without spending 1 more cent is unveiled. The only E-book said to lay the foundation and afford individuals to an invitation to join a marketing group that will train individuals through the process without them spending no more money when plan is followed. - July 01, 2006 - Designer's Connection
Virtual Assistants – A New Breed of Work at Home Entrepreneurs
Working at home is the dream of many. Whether it's a new mom wanting to stay home or a corporate executive tired of the day to day hassles, becoming an entrepreneur is a great way to achieve success in life. Virtual Assistants are becoming a unique and prosperous opportunity. - June 30, 2006 - Virtual Word Publishing, Inc.
Fiction Thriller Sledgehammer Receives Excellent Reviews
Fiction thriller, Sledgehammer, is receiving outstanding reviews as a must read fiction thriller. You go inside the ER and journey though 6 days where the plot thickens as an ER Doctor tries to save his hospital, and the nation from a small pox epidemic. - June 29, 2006 - Virtual Word Publishing, Inc.
"Carbon," More than an Element
Bill Bishop, in full command of his extraordinary vision and of his uncanny understanding of both the social and physical sciences, has created a strikingly original universe literally from its inside out. Covering a sweeping historical panorama from the origins of life and the early dawn of evolution to the very boundaries of humankind’s cosmic destiny, "Carbon" binds readers to it fast paced plot with a unique alchemy of humor, mystery and suspense. - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Local Author Encourages Parents to: Listen to Your Children and Change the World
Children’s book author Nahu (meaning “the poetry of words” in Aztec) has published a trilogy of stories called Dolphina’s World & Other Stories, encouraging parents to recognize the special gifts in their children’s individuality. - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
From the Bitter to the Sweet: the Biblical Story of Naomi is Brought into New Focus
“Naomi was without hope when she came to the land of her nativity, but everything began to change as the plan unfolded. The children of Israel found life sustaining substance when the bitter waters were made sweet and when desire revived it became a tree of life. We can sit and sour, being... - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
A Woman’s Quest for Peace is Answered in the Terrorism of 9/11
Sexually abused as a five-year-old, Donna has been unable to come to terms with her childhood. Her mind has created a “white light” to block the incident, and her inability to get past the light and what it could possibly mean have left her searching and yearning for a resolution. That resolution comes where and when she least expects it, and puts her on a path toward hope and healing. - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
“Gods Rising” is a Horror Novel that Spans the Centuries
A novel of psychological horror, “Gods Rising” pits modern man against an ancient creature. The struggle will take you from desert sands to the ward of a psychiatric hospital, revealing the nature of both creature and human beings. - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The 2300 BC Event Explores How a Worldwide Catastrophe Wiped Out Major Civilizations and May Have Drastically Altered the Course of Human History
Important things happened at 2300 BC. All advanced cultures were terminated for hundreds of years, possibly changing the course of history. Religions were formed earthwide, essentially providing the preponderance of our known mythologies. The causal source was the Earth’s encounter with a dense meteoroid stream circling the Sun. - June 26, 2006 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Los Angeles Author Stands Up to New York Publishing Giants by Taking Her Plea to Oprah
Undaunted by New York publishers' rejection of her music-infused novel, Los Angeles author, Maria Veloso, turns to Oprah Winfrey to bring multimedia storytelling to America. She has launched a daring, never-before-attempted campaign to have her novel, "Midwinter Turns to Spring" nominated for Oprah's Book Club. - June 23, 2006 - Think-Outside-The-Book Publishing, Inc.
Stepping Into Spiritual Oneness Book Has Arrived
From the author of the globally inspiring book Life Long Learning - Transforming Learning, comes an accessible, practical guide to living a life within Absoulute Love (Soulful Love), Peace, Bliss, and Spiritual Oneness infinitely... Stepping Into Spiritual Oneness - Spiritual Rememberings of the Soul Through Life Experience By Dr. Patti “Diamondlady” Diamond, DD. - June 21, 2006 - Diamondlady
Publisher Celebrates Highest Ever Alexa Rating with Free Book Giveaway
StockInterview.com is giving away 1,000 print copies of its soon-to-be published “Investing in the Great Uranium Bull Market,” to all new visitors to its internet news website. - June 21, 2006 - StockInterview.com
Fresh New Science-Fiction Author's First Book is Published
A.M. Baker-Engel first book, Unique Phenomenon - The First Story of The Chosen, is now on the market and can be purchased from PublishAmerica.com, Amazon.com, Walden Books, Barnes & Noble, B. Dalton or at your local book store. Wholesalers are Ingram, Baker&Taylor, Brodart, etc. ISBN 1-4241-4196-6 - June 21, 2006 - A.M. Baker-Engel Author