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The Woodsmen is Released by Author Chris Glode, Published by Dog Ear Publishing

Chris Glode's newest book tells the story of loyalty, love, and family in a small Oregon logging town - The Woodsmen is released by author Chris Glode, published by Dog Ear Publishing. Meet Robert and Billy McDonough, an aging father and his grown son who live together in a small Oregon logging... - July 28, 2009 - Dog Ear Publishing

UniBook Book Release: ATL Jail - Untold Stories

The new book, ATL Jail: Untold Stories, is a non-fiction view of the Atlanta, Georgia jail system, where all of the drama and danger are real. - July 28, 2009 - UniBook USA

Preteen Book Strikes a Chord

Richard Mulligan's gripping preteen tale about a lost pet who has lost his memory and is thrust into a perilous mission to solve some perplexing mysteries is compelling on two levels: its suspenseful drama (mitigated by humor), and its positive, useful, and timely message. Along the way, it also educates its young readers about nature and the animal world. - July 27, 2009 - Richard Mulligan

UniBook Book Release: Moon Cussers by Wade Younger

Moon Cussers, the true life story of Wade Younger, is for sex abuse survivors needing to find peace and serenity, for parents and couples who have to deal with the residue of past pains left behind from abuse. - July 25, 2009 - UniBook USA

Author R.T. Braun's New Novel, the Vatican Job, Released by R.T. Braun, LLC

R.T. Braun launches new book through Trafford Publishing titled, "The Vatican Job," ISBN: 978-1-4251-8018-8. The Vatican Job asks the question, What secrets has the Vatican been keeping from the faithful for over 2,000 years deep inside of their sacred vaults? Braun answers these questions and more in his new international crime romance thriller. - July 25, 2009 - R.T. Braun, LLC

Registration Deadline - September 1 - for 2009 WOW Writers Conference in Vegas

Viva Las Vegas! Experience Las Vegas And attend the 2009 WOW Writers Conference - mixing pleasure with business. Nineteen dynamic workshops, keynotes, panels, luncheon and banquet. - July 24, 2009 - Wizards of Words Writers Conference

Most Original New Children's Novel to be Published in Years - 'A Series of Events at Huxley Castle' by William Power, the Pen Name of William Wakefield

From a new and hitherto unpublished author comes what could be the Autumn blockbuster in the world of books. Featuring the central character Ringlet (the Keeper of the Castle Diary) and his day to day adventures in a parallel universe to ours, this book will enchant all who read it. - July 24, 2009 - William Wakefield

Vacation Rentals Hit by Economic Downturn? Here’s Simple Tips That Will Help Boost Your Bookings and Fill Your Calendar.

Vacation rental owners know that renting property hasn’t gotten any easier in these economic times. However, there are things they can do. Jayne Brodie has found a proven formula for keeping your property booked that doesn’t require advertising in more places or spending more money. - July 23, 2009 - Booked Solid Rentals

Raging Illegal Immigration Debate Sparks Civil War in New Novel, America Libre

The bitter illegal immigration debate raging across the U.S. may have dire consequences according to America Libre, a new novel by Cuban-born author Raul Ramos y Sanchez. In a unique and chillingly-credible cautionary tale, Ramos envisions a near-future when anti-immigrant passions during a... - July 23, 2009 - Raul Ramos y Sanchez

Self Published Release Reveals an Author’s Struggle Deafness in a Hearing World

Growing Up Deaf explores Rose Pizzo’s life with deafness and how the challenges of hearing loss changed her. - July 23, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher

Asta Publications Announces Release of New Children's Book, I Forgive You Daddy; I Love You Anyway

I Forgive You Daddy; I Love You Anyway is a read together book for families affected by domestic violence and parental abandonment. - July 22, 2009 - Asta Publications

Marin Author’s Memoir Hits Top Ten on amazon.com

Marin County resident, Patricia Volonakis Davis, easily reaches the top 10 on Amazon.com. - July 22, 2009 - Patricia Volonakis Davis

Pay It Forward - Explore Your Spirit with Kala Ambrose and Help a Non-Profit Org.

Kala Ambrose's book, 9 Life Altering Lessons: Secrets of the Mystery Schools Unveiled (Reality Press) is featured in Edgar Cayce's A.R.E. Summer Catalog. If you're interested in the esoteric teachings of ancient Egyptian Mystery Schools, what they taught and how you can study these lessons and use... - July 21, 2009 - The Explore Your Spirit with Kala Show

New Book Shows How to Make Your Christian Life Recession-Proof

Wealth out of Ashes is a must read for anyone in trouble as it offers hope and reveals opportunities for us to emerge even stronger out of the current economic crises. It also contains practical instructions to restoring financial discipline and order in business and personal life for those ready for a new mind on "Wealth" matters. This book can make your Christian life Recession-proof. - July 21, 2009 - Bode Ososami

Steve Leshin Announces Release of His New Book "Vengeance of the Ripper" on Amazon.com

The historical fiction book offers new theories about the identity of Jack The Ripper, involving Wyatt Earp, the royal family, and President Theodore Roosevelt. - July 21, 2009 - Steve Leshin

MyPayCut.Com Launched Today Promises a One-Stop Shop for the Marketing of Intellectual Property - a Web Site for These Hard Times

A new web site for these hard times has been launched today in San Francisco, California.MyPayCut.Com provides photographers, cameramen, writers, journalists, writers of scientific and specialized papers, actors, composers, singers, bands, inventors, and amateurs a great place to display their materials to prospective buyers. - July 20, 2009 - MyPayCut.Com, LLC

Bridge Communication Gap Between and Among the Generations with Poetry

Maryland author, Jessica Laguerre, has written a rhyming poetry book covering such topics as: romance, relationship woes, child-rearing, work-place issues and many others. The title of the book is Plain as Sand. - July 20, 2009 - Penaura Publishing Company

Clyde and His Messy Room

Originally from South Carolina, JN Prioleau recently published her second children's book titled, Clyde and His Messy. Clyde and His Messy is a story about a little boy that tries to do the right thing like clean his room, but he has a hard time accomplishing this task. This is book 2 in a series... - July 19, 2009 - JN Prioleau

How Will It End? The Judas Sydrome - Novel - Literary Fiction

“I know now that a single action can put in motion a series of repercussions… if the deed is large enough, if the intent evil enough, the results can be disastrous.” - Joel. The Judas Syndrome is a frightening portrait of a possible future end. Released July, 2009 by Lulu Publishers - July 19, 2009 - Michael Poeltl

Financial Experts Break Money Management Myths in Self Published Release

John K. Sosnowy and Kori S. Vorhees dispel the most common stock market investment myths for successful investing. - July 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher

Beckstrand Cancer Foundation Logo Selected for LogoLounge Master Library Series

Butterfly Icon Created by Robert Nienhuis Designed to Inspire Hope and Represent Help. - July 17, 2009 - Beckstrand Cancer Foundation

Doctor Self Publishes Book on Disease Prevention, Health Maintenance

Dr. Ijindah Marcus Uriri outlines ways and means of maintaining optimal health and avoiding diseases, like the swine flu. - July 17, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher

Dale Guy Madison of DamnGoodMan Productions Releases His First Book

Former QVC writes a memoir comparing his life to the music of the Supremes while traveling across the country with his independent film. - July 17, 2009 - damngoodman productions

The Author Show Will be Interviewing Frank Say, Author of Nine Lives for Its Internet TV Interview

Frank Say,author of Nine Lives who will tell you straight-faced that he never intended to become a writer, will be interviewed on the The Authors Show: www.authorswebtv.com, August 12th & 13th. - July 16, 2009 - Frank Say

Local Author Signs Copies of Debut Novel in Washington PA.

Author Frank Say will be having a book signing at Borders Express, Crown Center Mall, Washington, PA Saturday Aug 8th from Noon - 4:00pm. - July 16, 2009 - Frank Say

Missouri Author's Collection of Short Stories Entitled, Nightmares & Daydreams Receives Five Star Reviews

Barbara Watkins e-book collection of short stories, Nightmares & Daydreams, published by Mythica Publishing, received five star reviews at mobipocket immediately following its release. - July 16, 2009 - Barbara Watkins

Mom Writes Novel While Infant Son Takes Naps

Stay at home mother writes her first work of fiction during son's daily nap. Indian born American author Beverley Shenoy, has proven to the world that it is possible to juggle the harried demands of raising a family while simultaneously answering the subliminal call of self-expression. - July 16, 2009 - Beverley Shenoy

BookWhirl.com Celebrates Freedom with Tales from Brian Hanson Appleton and Poetry by Paul Kloschinsky

BookWhirl.com showcases its choice book and author, with reflections on the rich Iranian culture from author Brian Hanson Appleton and a comfort from life’s complexities from author Paul Kloschinsky. - July 16, 2009 - BookWhirl.com

Skills for Social Survival Detailed in Self Published Release

Author Viviane Gaines studies a theory to help cultivate people skills in her book "BI" Behavioral Interventions: "Who Said, Special Ed." - July 16, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher

Team Red Star and Saucony to Release Custom Shoes at Comicon International San Diego 2009

Custom limited-edition shoe design inspired by the groundbreaking art style of the graphic novel series, The Red Star, to be released at Comicon International San Diego 2009. - July 15, 2009 - Archangel Studios

Potent New Addiction Book Released July 2009

New book release for Dr. Sinor in the addiction recovery field. Coauthored with Deborah McCloskey this book looks into the lives of addicts resulting in true-life stories of pain, hope, and suffering. - July 15, 2009 - Dr. Barbara Sinor

Accidental Heroes, Accidental Villains - New Novel Launch

Accidental Heroes, Accidental Villains. A historical fiction about the intimate relation between the much-dreaded Triads and the last two centuries of Chinese history. - July 15, 2009 - Ed Chung

Avi Sivan the Infomercial Guru and Tv Mogul Releases His Book "Whatever It Takes"

Avi Sivan, the founder of the New York City-based IGIA, Inc. is launching a book entitled "Whatever It Takes". IGIA is a world-famous direct response marketing and merchandising company for personal care products and was ranked as one of the fourteen most recognized brands in the US. Mr. - July 15, 2009 - Avi Sivan

The Cadence Group Opens New Offices in Troy New York

The Cadence Group Expands Staff and Office - Book marketer attributes move to rapid growth in 2009. - July 14, 2009 - The Cadence Group

"Poor Mrs. Godwin and Other Unfortunates" by E.J. Fitch Published by Lulu.com

"Poor Mrs. Godwin and other Unfortunates" is a compilation of real murders, tragedies, accidents and unfortunate events that affected the lives of ordinary people in the 1800's. These events were taken from actual newspaper articles. New from E.J. Fitch and available at Lulu.com. - July 14, 2009 - E.J. Fitch

Limca Book of Records Give Indian Poet His Sixth National Record

Nikhil Parekh from Ahmedabad, India enters India’s best book of Records as First Indian Poet to be Goodwill Ambassador to the Goodwill Treaty for World Peace. - July 14, 2009 - NikhilParekh.com

Controversial New Book Tackles the Subject of Adultery from the Mistress's Point of View

"Being The Other Woman" (The complete handbook for every woman in love with a married man) now available in the USA. Petra Falk, dubbed "A woman every wife will despise" by The Daily Mail in the UK has been weathering the storm created by the article by talking candidly about... - July 14, 2009 - Petra Falk

ADoneDeal.eu Uses Twitter to Sell a Book Before It is Written

Anonymous London writer sells quirky book concept within 48 hours of launch. - July 14, 2009 - adonedeal.eu

Landmarq Management Presents New Author - Lynn McCall

Representing Author and Launching a Book Tour in Atlanta. - July 13, 2009 - Landmarq Group

Dating Dossier Audiobook Series Launches

5-part series offers witty, frank advice on body language, confidence, dating mistakes, and more. - July 13, 2009 - Dating Dossier

Miracles Coming to Savannah

In today’s tough times everyone could use a miracle, says Jennifer Hoffman, founder of Miracle Coaching and author of 30 Days to Everyday Miracles. And she is bringing her miracle strategies to Savannah on July 25 for a two day seminar, presenting the tips, strategies and processes that thousands have used to create a miraculous life. - July 12, 2009 - Enlightening Life OmniMedia, Inc.

Author Reveals General Motors Internal Dynamics in Self Published Book

M.C. Knight dissects the internal operations of General Motors by examining its corporate management and workforce in the book, Unheard Testimony: McKnight VS. General Motors. - July 12, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher

Short Story Novelist: Author Publishes Book of Nine Stories

Author Martha Wickham has recently written and published a book with nine stories with a computer. The title of the book is Wishes, Gems, and Disasters. She pleasantly wrote an 88 page book by putting together different short stories that were written for magazines but never before published. She... - July 10, 2009 - Martha Wickham