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Desert Burning - Desert Storm Novel Receives Favorable Reviews. Released to Commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Kuwaiti Invasion.
On August 2, 1990 the world was rocked with the message that Kuwait had been invaded by Iraq. For eight months the world held its breath as it prepared for the "mother of all battles." Thomas T. Fields has resurrected the events of that time in this new novel, Desert Burning. - September 08, 2010 - Thomas T Fields
TV4U Revives 12 Classic Magazines on the Online Magazine Network
SPORT, Boxing Illustrated, Car and Track, Silver Screen, Pet Parade, Front Page Detective, and 1000 Jokes among a dozen magazine revivals. - September 08, 2010 - TV4U, LLC
Alive! eBooks Network Announces New Multimedia eBook Technology
Alive! eBooks Network announces the next evolution of publishing by introducing a new online Multimedia eBook format with their new title, Transforming Through 2012: Leading Perspectives on the New Global Paradigm. This groundbreaking new format offers readers an instantaneous multi-sensory experience with text, and powerful video and audio messages. - September 08, 2010 - Alive! eBooks Networks
Amoskeag Business Incubator - "Ask-the-Expert" About New FTC Endorsement Guides
Are you a blogger? If so, you might want to take note of recent revisions to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsement and Testimonials in Advertising (the “Guides”) set forth the new general guidelines regarding endorsements or testimonials. - September 04, 2010 - abi Innovation Hub
Editors Only Article - Should Publishers Give Up on Print?
Announcing the publication of a new article in the Editors Only online newsletter. Managing editor Denise Gable asks top publication editors about the future of their print publications. - September 03, 2010 - Editors Only
Gimao Announces Beta and Pilot Programs of Its Social Information Management Platform
Gimao Networks, a ground breaking, social information management startup, is proud to announce the beta release of Gimao Platform. This Social Information Management service helps publishers on Blog and Social networks maximize the monetizing potential of their content. Social Media is huge and... - September 03, 2010 - Gimao Networks
SteadyRain Empowers the Women's Journal to Manage Their Magazine Online
SteadyRain has reengineered www.Womens-Journals.com with a crisp new design boasting social media integration on the front page. To power this site, SteadyRain integrated their previously existing sites with the power of Windows-based, open-source, content management system DotNetNuke. - September 02, 2010 - SteadyRain
Red Fez Publications Releases 28th Issue Online
The evolution of Red Fez Publications continues with the release of the 28th issue online at www.redfez.net. Site updates, new features, and additions to the editorial staff provide the framework for the latest vision of Red Fez. - September 01, 2010 - Red Fez Publications
Angry Art Press Announces ‘Dead Moon’ Comic Project
Project Joins Together Horror Vets Jason Craig, Tom Towles, Gia Nova and More. - August 31, 2010 - Angry Art Press
Outskirts Press Reveals Top 10 Best Selling Books in Self Publishing for July 2010
Outskirts Press, the fastest-growing full-service self publishing and book marketing company today announced its top ten titles for July 2010. Alphabetically, its ten best performing self-published books for July were: * Beating Neuropathy, by Dr. John Hayes Jr. * The Bigger Game, by Laura... - August 31, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Red Fez Publications Seeks Poetry and Fiction Editors
Red Fez Publications seeks volunteers to round out their editorial board. The two vacant positions are Poetry Editor and Fiction Editor. Editors will review submissions, provide feedback to authors, and assist with uploading selections to redfez.net. - August 30, 2010 - Red Fez Publications
Karl Koweski Joins Red Fez Publications as Columnist
The evolution of Red Fez Publications continues with the addition of staff columnist, Karl Koweski. Koweksi's column, “Observations of a Dumb Polack” will begin running in the September issue of Red Fez. - August 29, 2010 - Red Fez Publications
The 420 Times Distribution Expands to Premium Locations
Southern California’s premier magazine of alternative healing now available at Whole Foods - August 27, 2010 - The 420 Times
Xlibris' Mid-August Book Marketing Madness: Helping Authors Get Into the Spotlight
Xlibris provides authors the chance to get into the spotlight with their Mid-August Book Marketing Madness. - August 26, 2010 - Xlibris Publisher
STRAT Newsletter Discloses New Magazine Publishing Paradigm
Announcing the publication of a new article in the STRAT online newsletter. Publisher William Dunkerley discusses the components needed to create a successful multichannel magazine. - August 25, 2010 - STRAT Newsletter
Inc. Magazine Recognizes Outskirts Press Self Publishing as a Top 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company
For the second year in a row, Outskirts Press is recognized in the annual Inc. Magazine Fast 5000, which identifies the fastest-growing private companies in America. - August 24, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Jimi Hendrix—The King of Rock N' Soul
New book shows how Jimi's music expanded deep into other genres besides Rock. Jimi Hendrix is known the world over as the greatest Rock Guitarist to have ever lived. However, his music cannot be caged into one musical genre. - August 21, 2010 - Plain Talk 2010
New Look for Gibbons Stamp Monthly
Gibbons Stamp Monthly, the best-selling, most widely-read and longest-running philatelic publication, has undergone a transformation for the September 2010 edition, with a striking new cover design and page layout. - August 21, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Arizona Travelers Can "Virtually" Experience Australia with Local Travel Leaders
Join Phoenix’s Only Premier Aussie Specialist, Wally Jones, Down Under - August 20, 2010 - Travel Leaders/Signature Destinations
Wattpad Launches Self-Published Authors Marketing Program
Wattpad has partnered with major self publishing companies Smashwords, Bubok and Lulu. In recognition of the effort self-published authors invest into their social networking and promotional activities, Wattpad is launching a new Self-Published Writers Program, creating additional value for authors who include Wattpad in their online marketing efforts. - August 19, 2010 - Wattpad Inc.
Free E-Book Answers the Question: What Are the Highly Effective Habits of 5 Successful Authors?
Outskirts Press (www.outskirtspress.com), an Inc. 500 company and the fastest-growing self-publishing and book marketing company, today announced the availability of three versions of the new book The Highly Effective Habits of 5 Successful Authors, at three different price points. The paperback... - August 17, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Self Publishing a Children's Book Just Got Easier, with 24 Illustration Packages Available from Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press, Inc. (www.outskirtspress.com), the fastest-growing self-publishing and book marketing company, today announced the addition of three brand new full-color illustration packages for self-publishing children's book authors seeking affordable, award-winning illustration services. This... - August 10, 2010 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Editors Only - July 2010 Issue Available
Announcing the publication of the July 2010 issue of the Editors Only online newsletter. - August 04, 2010 - Editors Only
Xlibris Corporation’s Google Search Marketing Service Enhances Self Published Authors Online Presence
Self published authors can now become more visible through Xlibris Publishing’s Google Search Marketing Service. - July 31, 2010 - Xlibris Publisher
Free Lunch Comics Announces August Solicitation
CT-based independent publisher announces latest title to receive national distribution. - July 29, 2010 - Free Lunch Comics
Wright Scoop Guest Author of the Publishing Hour
A child of the era ‘tell instead of read’ me a story, Glen Allen based The Wright Scoop – consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith Sylvia Hoehns Wright urges others to document heritage through recording family stories. - July 29, 2010 - The Wright Scoop
New Book Released by Tadaram Maradas of Maradas, Inc., Tells of the Price of Freedom & the American Way
'A Pictorial Memoir: 23 Years in the Making.' Tadaram Maradas is a Writer turned Author from the San Francisco Bay Area. His real name is David Williams. He has had numerous accomplishments, and achievements over the years. Perhaps his most coveted is his Lifetime Membership in the Cambridge Who's Who Directory Honors Edition of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs, which speaks for his achievements throughout his life series. - July 27, 2010 - Maradas, Inc
SJS Comic Promotions Markets Book for National Distribution
Comic Promoter Susan Soares announced this week the detailed plans to market and promote the agency’s first title to achieve national distribution. "Sky Pirates of Valendor," a 148-page fantasy graphic novel published by Free Lunch Comics, is scheduled for national distribution... - July 27, 2010 - SJS Comic Promotions
DeviceGuru Launches New Website to Advance the Awareness of Intelligent Transport Systems Technologies and Applications
MobileSynergetics.com will focus on the latest developments, trends, challenges, and successes in intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and cooperative vehicles. - July 27, 2010 - DeviceGuru Blog Network
Weddzilla.com Announces Kick-Off of 2010 Weddzilla Guru Awards
Weddzilla.com announces the launch of the 2010 Weddzilla Guru Awards. Hosted by their star-studded Weddzilla Guru Panel, the Weddzilla Guru Awards will recognize the top 25 best blogs in the wedding industry as voted by the public. - July 26, 2010 - Weddzilla.com
The Funny Side of Lung Cancer – Thomas Palfy’s Latest Book Published
Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer, creator of several Australian travel-photo books contracted lung cancer. He decided not to despair but to create a light hearted, witty account of his experiences in the hospital. At the same time he is encouraging people not to give up when facing adversity in life. - July 25, 2010 - Thomas Palfy
STRAT Newsletter Article: Why Newsweek Failed
In an exclusive special report, media business analyst William Dunkerley explores the recent failure of Newsweek. - July 23, 2010 - STRAT Newsletter
ABG Appoints New Software Developer Sriram Tarikere
New software developer to help lead ABG’s same day and hourly document printing service into the cloud. - July 21, 2010 - Advanced Business Group, Inc.
ABG Reinvents 60 Seconds with Print on Demand in 4 Hours
NYC’s leading bound document printing company works with CEO’s to provide four hour printing. - July 21, 2010 - Advanced Business Group, Inc.
Ad-Juster, Inc. Joins IAB, Adds New Agency and Publisher Clients
Ad-Juster, Inc. has recently joined the IAB as an Associate Member, and has added significant new Agency and Publisher clients to its client lineup. Ad-Juster is designed to automatically support the IAB’s Impression Exchange Standard (IES) in addition to Non-IES ad units and ad delivery... - July 20, 2010 - Ad-Juster, Inc.
Guideposts Relaunches Website with Content Aimed at Expanding Its Audience
Leading Inspirational Publisher Enhances its Digital Offerings with Improved User Interface, Suite of Free eBooks and Topical Newsletters. - July 20, 2010 - Guideposts
BookWhirl.com Features the Value of Friendship and the Love for Science and Writing
BookWhirl.com announces its new featured book and author with David Field and The Lonely Star by James Wilkinson. - July 15, 2010 - BookWhirl.com
Three Rubicon Publishing Series Win a Texty Award
Rubicon Publishing is proud to announce that it has received the rare honour of having three of its series tie for a prestigious 2010 Textbook Excellence Award. - July 14, 2010 - Rubicon Publishing
Innovate the Future, by David Croslin, Enables Smart Companies to Innovate Consistently and Competitively via Step-by-Step Method; Demystifies Innovation Process
David Croslin, holder of 25 patents and former Chief Technologist at Hewlett-Packard, has provided in his new book, Innovate the Future, a repeatable innovation process that will allow companies to quickly develop highly competitive and disruptive innovations without increased risk or expense. The book is currently being read by executives at leading companies including ATT, Verizon, Alcatel-Lucent, ITT, HP and many others. - July 12, 2010 - Innovate the Future, Inc.
BizTradeShows.com Ties Up with PR Newswire
BizTradeShows.com, the largest trade show directory, has entered into a partnership with PR Newswire, a pioneer in the news distribution industry. - July 10, 2010 - Biztradeshows.com
UNI Press Publications Announces a New Novel, Isn’t She Lovely, by Ebony Nicole
Isn’t She Lovely Addresses Issues that Drives the Reader to Question our Collective Roles as a Society and our Commitment to the Futures of our Youth, and the Importance of Self Esteem. - July 06, 2010 - UNI Press Publications
New Website Launched to Help Authors Get Their Books Written and Published
A professional writer with more than 12 years experience has launched a great new website to help other people write their books and get them published, marketed and sold by the thousand - July 06, 2010 - The Word Queen
Editors Only - June 2010 Issue Available
Announcing the publication of the June 2010 issue of the Editors Only online newsletter. - July 04, 2010 - Editors Only
"K" Launches English and French Blogs with the Naming of Lady Gaga as Queen of the SMM Generation
‘‘K’’ will use these two platforms to write about the SMM Generation’s position on current news and events. The subjects discussed on each blog will be, most of the times, different from one another. The first blog will explain the SMM Generation by using the example of a very famous one: Lady Gaga. - July 03, 2010 - Mother Nation Publishing
Wright Scoop Expands Eco-Chic Column
Richmond based The Wright Scoop – consultant, lecturer, & wordsmith, Sylvia Hoehns Wright, nationally recognized contributing writer and eco-specialist, has expanded distribution of a column based on her book, From Eco-weak to Eco-chic: landscape green. - July 02, 2010 - The Wright Scoop
GRAPA Creates New Discussion-Based Blog for Telecoms Revenue Professionals: Join the Discussion
GRAPA’s newest blog focuses on issues faced by the entire revenue professional community. - July 02, 2010 - Global Revenue Assurance Professional Association
New Inspirational Booger Book from The PhazelFOZ Company
The phazelFOZ Company has brought together author DJ Corchin and illustrator Dan Dougherty once again to publish a new charming and fun children’s book, You Got A Boogie. A silly and heartwarming, full-colored story that provides a hilarious opportunity to speak with kids about telling... - July 01, 2010 - The Phazelfoz Company, LLC
Smashwords and Wattpad Partner to Offer Exciting New Publishing Options for Indie Authors
Wattpad, the world’s most popular ebook community, and Smashwords, the leading ebook publishing and distribution platform, have announced a partnership that will open up new publishing opportunities for thousands of indie authors. Readers on Wattpad comment on a story once every seven seconds, providing a platform for writers looking to increase their presence and fan base. - June 29, 2010 - Wattpad Inc.
LegalFish Casts a New Face on the Daily Tackle Blog
The Daily Tackle Makes the Law Accessible to the Public - June 29, 2010 - LegalFish
Accomplice Press, LLC Makes an Announcement About the Curvalicious Writing Contest and Their Participation as Industry Professionals at RomCon in Denver This July
Accomplice Press announces there are no winners for the Curvalicious writing competition. There were numerous entries, but only one writer grasped the publisher's concept of who a Curvalicious heroine really is. Unfortunately, after some research Accomplice Press found that the winning entry was un-publishable because of undisclosed contractual reasons. The partners are looking forward to new opportunities and will attend Romcon in Denver, along with their best selling author Delinda Jasper. - June 28, 2010 - Accomplice Press, LLC