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Northwest Passage Mysteries, a LGBT Universe Told Transmedia

With the release of “Cairo Café” this month, a new comic book series set in the same world as parent book series “Northwest Passage Mysteries,” creator and writer Gary Alan Hidalgo has accomplished the first phase of his transmedia vision of a shared storytelling... - March 11, 2015 - Gary Alan Hidalgo

BookWhirl.com Adds New Book Review Service

The self-publishing firm partners with another review site to launch its newest service. - March 07, 2015 - BookWhirl Publishing

Developmental Editor Talks to Writers About Book Distribution in Publishing World

Susan Mary Malone Says Distribution Plays Huge Role in Traditional Vs Self-Publishing. - March 01, 2015 - Malone Editorial Services

Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat, of Washington, D.C. has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government with the Embassy of Nigeria. About Ingekem R. Ocheni, Diplomat Mrs. Ocheni is a Diplomat with... - February 28, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide

Impact XM Launches New Global Brand

Aura XM announced today its merger with Impact Unlimited to form the new global experiential marketing agency, Impact XM, with headquarters in Dayton, NJ. This merger signifies a strategic action to strengthen the global footprint, expand operational, creative and digital engagement capabilities... - February 27, 2015 - Impact XM

Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles for March 2015

Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles. - February 27, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC

WatchTime March/April Cover Story: Testing the Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000

Deep Dive Redux: WatchTime’s exclusive review of the Rolex Sea-Dweller 4000. - February 26, 2015 - Ebner Publishing International

New Children’s Picture Book Celebrates Armenian Easter Traditions

As the world reflects on the Armenian tragedy of 1915, Pomegranate Publishing has released a new children’s picture book, Mariam’s Easter Parade, which celebrates the traditions of the Armenian culture. Written by Marianne Markarian and illustrated by Margaret Markarian Wasielewski, Mariam’s Easter Parade is a light-hearted story of young girl who might be too small to help with the Easter preparations, but she is clever enough to celebrate with her own special parade! - February 23, 2015 - Pomegranate Publishing

Storytellers Campfire Radio Show Announces the Marble Award Winners on Sunday

Storytellers Campfire will host a Live Broadcast Radio Show for presenting the well anticipated Marble Awards on Sunday, February, 22, 2015 at 8:00 PM Pacific Time. - February 21, 2015 - Storytellers Campfire

Sonny Starr, LLC’s Publishing Division, Sonny Starr Publish, Uses Its Fantasy Novel "Destiny" to Battle the Real Life Disease, "Sarcoidosis"

Sonny Starr, LLC, launches its publishing division, Sonny Starr Publish, based in Murrieta, California, featuring its new fantasy book, "Destiny," written by the author, Miss Jazzy. The company’s first novel of the Destiny Series is scheduled to be released in the spring of 2015. Sonny Starr, LLC in affiliation with the Sarcoidosis Network Foundation (SNF), donates a significant amount of its proceeds from their book sales to help find a cure for Sarcoidosis. - February 21, 2015 - Sonny Starr, LLC

Southeastern Festivals and Events Association Ranks Duluth at the Top in the Region with Event and Marketing Awards

The Southeastern Festivals and Events Association (SFEA) recognized Duluth as one of the Best in the Region for its event and marketing efforts over the last year. On February 17th, at the SFEA Kaleidoscope Award Dinner, Duluth was awarded: Best Festival under 75,000 Gold Award Duluth Celebrates... - February 21, 2015 - City of Duluth

Manhattan-Based Young Pals Music Ushers in 2015 with Four Upcoming Album Releases

Celebrating nearly 10 years as a full-service music & publishing company, the label continues to expand its versatile musical palette with R&B, rock, pop, dance, musical theater & jazz projects. - February 20, 2015 - Young Pals Music

Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Larry William Coudenys

Larry William Coudenys, of Princeton, Ontario, has recently been recognized as a VIP member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Registry for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Consulting, Management, and Training Services. - February 20, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

Local Author Launches Publishing Company with Debut Novel - EMP Publishing Blasts Off with SciFi/Superhero Trilogy Series "The Society" by Jennifer Word

New imprint EMP Publishing marks its debut alongside author Jennifer Word's novel, "The Society-Book One: Genesis." Jennifer Word launched her career two-fold this week with EMP and her science fiction adventure trilogy. Featuring superheroes, aliens, an evil government secret facility, an intergalactic war, and a cosmic mystery, there's no other series like it. When asked to describe her trilogy, Word said, "It's utterly unique and compelling entertainment." - February 19, 2015 - EMP Publishing

Nashville Online Marketing Agency Epps Interactive Launches Audience Engagement Content Service LeaderWire.com

LeaderWire is an industry news curation and publishing service companies use to better nurture their audiences with content of high interest rather than a simple string of offers and company updates. By offering the weekly industry news, companies can use LeaderWire to aggregate a highly qualified B2B audience and expose them to offers and direct information over time. - February 18, 2015 - Epps Interactive

Jennifer Geist Named Publisher/Managing Editor of Pen & Publish, Inc.

On January 1, 2015, Jennifer Geist was named publisher and managing editor of Pen & Publish, Inc., and its two traditional-hybrid imprints, Open Books Press and Transformation Media Books. - February 18, 2015 - Pen & Publish

Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Nathan M. Jones as Professional of the Year

Nathan M. Jones, of Charlotte, North Carolina, has recently been recognized as a Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Publishing. - February 13, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

New Lifestyles and Alternatives for Seniors Join Forces in SF Bay and San Diego

Two of the nation’s leading sources of information for seniors, families and professionals seeking housing, care and related services announce a co-publishing agreement for the San Francisco Bay and San Diego areas. - February 11, 2015 - New LifeStyles

Tiece Presents "It's Either Me Or Her," Written by National Bestseller Authors, Tiece and Tonii

"It's Either Me Or Her," is an African American Urban Fiction Novel that is filled with unbelievable twists and unexpected events. - February 09, 2015 - Tiece Presents

Eternal Press and Damnation Books Release New Titles for February 2015

Damnation Books and Eternal Press publications continue to bring more quality affordable fiction in e-format, audio, and print. - January 31, 2015 - Caliburn Press LLC

New Income Stream for Designers and Artists

Freedom Creative Group opens the doors for EtyArt.com Artist Submissions, and is offering a $10 Bonus to the first 50 registered Artist Contributors. Now artists have a new income opportunity, and creative outlet in which to partake, as well as a new social endeavor to help create the largest repository of name art in the world. - January 31, 2015 - Freedom Creative Group Inc.

"Collateral Circulation: a Medical Mystery" by Barbara Ebel, M.D.

"Collateral Circulation" makes it's debut and provides yet another powerful Dr. Danny Tilson medical mystery/thriller by Barbara Ebel, a seasoned physician author. - January 29, 2015 - Barbara Ebel MD author

Editage® Offers Ease of Journal Manuscript Submission to Authors Through Aries’ Manuscript Ingest Functionality for Editorial Manager®

Editage announced its commitment to providing a seamless manuscript submission experience for authors by becoming the first to adopt Aries’ manuscript “ingest” functionality for Editorial Manager. This partnership promises to bring Editage’s 70,000+ authors closer to the community of more than 6,000 scholarly journals using EM. - January 28, 2015 - Editage

Blogger Week Returns to Washington, DC

Over 200 bloggers head to Washington, DC for the 2nd annual Blogger Week. - January 28, 2015 - Culture The Web

Mundus Artium Press Announces Publication of New Serbian Book, "I Come to Leaf Out"

Mundus Artium Press announces the publication of the new Serbian book, "I Come to Leaf Out," written by Gjekë Marinaj and published by the Association of Writers of Serbia. Originally written in Albanian, this book is a collection of work that includes a selection of poems from Marinaj’s previously published poetry books in Albanian, has been translated into Serbian by Pjetër Dreshaj, and edited by acclaimed Serbian author and journalist, Jovan Janjić. - January 27, 2015 - Mundus Artium Press

Albert C. Hanna Named to Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Round Table

Albert C. Hanna, of Chicago, Illinois, has recently been recognized as a member of the Strathmore’s Who’s Who 2015 Round Table for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Property Rights Litigation. - January 23, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

Strathmore’s Who’s Who Names Gilbert Gordon the 2015 Academic Trailblazer

Gilbert Gordon, of Oxford, Ohio, has been honored as the 2015 Academic Trailblazer by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Education. - January 23, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

Sylvia J. Cocca is Strathmore’s Who’s Who Industry Leader of the Month

Sylvia J. Cocca, of Wynantskill, New York, has been selected by Strathmore’s Who’s Who as the January 2015 Industry Leader of the Month for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Higher Education. - January 22, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Nathan M. Jones with Special Times Square Appearance

Nathan M. Jones, of Charlotte, North Carolina, has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Literary Arts. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Mr. Jones’ image appeared over Times Square, New York. - January 22, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who

Obstacle Race World Announces Website Launch

Obstacle Race World announces launch of website, the first and only site dedicated to tracking and analyzing the growth and outlook of obstacle races and mud runs. - January 21, 2015 - Melissa Rodriguez

ScorchingCold.com Adds Daily Podcast

Scorching Cold is an amalgamation of technology and culture and is announcing a new daily podcast to bring technology information to readers and listeners. - January 16, 2015 - ScorchingCold.com

Tactician Media Announces New Training Platform for Publishers

Tactician Media has launched a new industry-wide training platform for advertising sales forces. The new University adopts technology utilized by many of the top business schools and is geared towards the learning habits of millennials. “Our research shows a strong correlation between... - January 14, 2015 - Tactician Media, LLC

The Standard Reference Book for Paper and Wood Packaging Technology "Cartons, Crates & Corrugated Board" Publishes New 2nd Edition Through DEStech Publications

DEStech Publications, Inc. announces the publication of the second edition of "Cartons, Crates, and Corrugated Board: Handbook of Paper and Wood Packaging Technology," by Diana Twede, Susan E. M. Selke, Donatien-Pascal Kamdem and David Shires. Used as a textbook worldwide, the first edition quickly became the standard reference for paper and wood packaging technology, the book has now been extensively revised and updated by a team formed by the original authors and two additional authors. - January 12, 2015 - DEStech Publications, Inc

First Annual Voices of War Anthology to be Published by Veteran Publisher

The first annual VOW Anthology: Voices of War 2014 will be published by The War Writers’ Campaign later this year. An annual publication compiled of authors looking to give something back to their communities. It’s a collection highlighting their stories, their words, and an... - January 12, 2015 - The War Writers' Campaign, Inc.

BookVenture Welcomes 2015 with Kick Starter Promo

The self-publishing company invites all authors worldwide to join its celebration of the International Creativity Month. - January 10, 2015 - Book Venture

How to Market a Book in 2015 - Top 10 Ideas Released by Great Writers Publishing

The GWP article covers book promotion, book audience targeting, Internet marketing, social media marketing, Internet publicity, traditional media, author websites and other topics - January 07, 2015 - Great Writers Publishing

"Jimmy Van Heusen Swinging on a Star" by Christopher A. Coppula

"Jimmy Van Heusen Swinging on a Star," by Christopher A. Coppula, is the first official biography of the prolific composer James Van Heusen. Van Heusen wrote over 1,000 songs, including 50 standards. He is tied for most Academy Awards for Best Original Song. Van Heusen composed music for... - January 05, 2015 - Twin Creek Books

The Denver Woman's Press Club Hosts Annual Unknown Writers Contest

In the spring of 2015, the Denver Woman’s Press Club will recognize the winners of the Unknown Writers Contest, an annual contest that sheds light on unpublished writers in the categories of short-form fiction, non-fiction essays and poetry. Entries are now being accepted until February 17,... - January 04, 2015 - Denver Woman's Press Club

Renowned EDDM Printer Offers Customers Free Business Cards

55printing.com offers an unprecedented offer: 500 free business cards with free shipping. - January 03, 2015 - 55Printing.com

Damnation Books and Eternal Press Begin 2015 with Nine New Titles

Damnation Books and Eternal Press are pleased to start off the New Year, 2015, with nine new fiction releases. - December 31, 2014 - Caliburn Press LLC

New Author Co-op/Imprint Launches in the Digital Market

A newly-created digital and POD imprint and author co-op announces the launch of its first series of full-length novels, and introduces a new way for indie authors to bridge the gap between traditional publishing and self-publishing. - December 28, 2014 - GMLTJoseph, LLC

The Book by Manfred Popp About Weight Loss and Good Fitness Can Improve Your Health

The author explains, on the basis of his own experiences, how it is possible to lose weight, to realize fitness and get good health. - December 23, 2014 - Manfred Popp

WatchTime's New Mobile Webdesign

WatchTime redesigns its mobile website after an audience increase of 1,000% since 2012. - December 21, 2014 - Ebner Publishing International

WatchTime’s Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide 2014

WatchTime presents a Holiday Gift Guide featuring more than 100 new watches! - December 19, 2014 - Ebner Publishing International

WatchTime's Review of Blancpain 50 Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chrono

WatchTime tests the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Flyback Chronograph for its January-February Cover Story. - December 18, 2014 - Ebner Publishing International

EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing Reveals Cover for Faith in Science Fiction Anthology. "Wrestling with Gods" (Tesseracts Eighteen)

"'Wrestling with Gods (Tesseracts Eighteen),'" says Brian Hades, owner of the EDGE imprint, "is an important collection of 24 science fiction and fantasy stories and poems that give readers a chance to see faith from the believer and the skeptic points of view in worlds where what you believe is a matter of life, death, and afterlife." - December 13, 2014 - EDGE Science Fiction and Fantasy Publishing