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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

Spend a Week in the Caribbean with Peter Greenberg: Cruise Ship Travel Special Feature

CNBC and Peter Greenberg take viewers on the ultimate getaway with an exclusive look inside the multi-billion-dollar cruise industry. In “Cruise Inc: Big Money on the High Seas,” which premieres Tuesday, March 24, 2009, correspondent Peter Greenberg brings the CNBC cameras on an... - March 18, 2009 - Peter Greenberg

"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

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

International Real Estate Investors Choose U.S. Properties According to Tom Tsilionis

Research by Tom Tsilionis shows popularity of U.S. real estate among foreign buyers - March 18, 2009 - Thomas Tsilionis, Writer Speaker & Trainer

Lending a Hand to End Human Trafficking, Peter Buffett and Akon Debut "Blood Into Gold" at the United Nations Commemoration Event Against Slave Trade

Emmy-award winning musician Peter Buffett, and R&B/pop star Akon will debut an issue-inspired song, “Blood Into Gold,” with a live performance at a cultural event at the United Nations. The concert is being produced by the Culture Project with legendary music producer, Nile Rodgers as the concert’s music director. Organized around the theme “Breaking the Silence, Beating the Drum”, the concert is part of a series of events celebrating the triumph of the spirit over slavery and human trafficking. - March 18, 2009 - Peter Buffett

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

‘Earth, Sky, Water’ Exhibit at Austin Art Space to Feature New Paintings by Valerie Walden

Three essential elements interpreted by three different award-winning artists: Valerie Walden, Jan Knox and Marilyn Rea Nasky. ‘Earth, Sky, Water’ is the second in a series of Austin Art Space exhibits featuring artists-in- residence. A total of 32 original paintings will be on display in various mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolors and pastels. - March 17, 2009 - Austin Art Space

‘Earth, Sky, Water’ Exhibit at Austin art Space to Showcase Award-Winning Resident Artists April 17-28, 2009

Three essential elements interpreted by three different award-winning artists: Marilyn Rea Nasky, Jan Knox, and Valerie Walden. ‘Earth, Sky, Water’ is the second in a series of Austin Art Space exhibits featuring artists-in-residence. A total of 32 original paintings will be on display in various mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolors and pastels. - March 17, 2009 - Austin Art Space

This Month Provides Plenty to be Optimistic About

Don’t be negative. After all, this month is National Optimism Month. With headlines in the news about job layoffs, the economic recession, the housing bubble crash and stimulus bailouts, there are plenty of things to be pessimistic about. But the fact is it is more healthy to be optimistic... - March 17, 2009 - POWER Optimism, LLC

Good N Plenty Funkier, Still Lumination

Lumination Releases New CD May 2009, Tracks Available Online - March 15, 2009 - Lumination

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

Three Books,"Nature God (2008),""Human Behavior on the Internet: Master's thesis (2009)" and "A Very First Book of Poems: Heartbreak (2009)" Published by Lulu.com

Santosh Kalwar born in 1982 in Nepal has published three books, "Nature God (2008)," "Human behavior on the Internet: Master's thesis (2009)" and "A Very First book of Poems: Heartbreak (2009)" from Self Publisher Lulu.com. - March 15, 2009 - Santosh Kalwar

Thomas V. Tsilionis New Book Labeled The Foreclosure Survival Answer Book is Going on Sale April 1, 2009 in Hard Cover and Paperback

Respected foreclosure expert, public speaker, trainer and author, Thomas V. Tsilionis shares practical tips for seasoned and beginner foreclosure investors in his new Book 'The Foreclosure Survival Answer Book', scheduled for release on April 1, 2009. - March 14, 2009 - Thomas Tsilionis, Writer Speaker & Trainer

Author Self Publishes First Book on Dealing with Nigerian Scammers with "In Defense of George"

First-time author, Linda Musselman, presents an astoundingly realistic approach to dealing with Nigerian Scammers in her work published on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. With over 300,000 recently published titles and more than 4,000 new titles added each week, created by people in 80 different countries, Lulu is changing the world of publishing by enabling creators of books, video, multimedia and other content to publish their work with complete editorial control. - March 14, 2009 - Linda Musselman

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

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

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

New Pages of Free Web Comic "Panthea Obscura" Begin This Saturday

Mike Luoma's "Panthea Obscura: Deifornication" Four Issue Comic Book Miniseries Begins Posting Free Pages of Final Issue. - March 13, 2009 - Michael Luoma

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

Men's Workshop Led by John Lee Explores How Parental Relationships Impact the Development of All of Men's Masculinity, Careers and Love Relationships

On March 27-29, 2009, John Lee, Tarwaters and others will start the first of 3 in a series of men’s only workshops at Hawkwind in Valley Head, Alabama. The weekends are limited to 30 men and will consist of talks, small group dynamics, storytelling, mythology, Q & A and a life-changing sweat lodge (for purification) led by Tarwater. - March 12, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars

4-Year Old Julian Pavone, "The World’s Youngest Drummer!," Beats Up the Maury Show and Gets Ready for a Busy Spring

Julian Pavone, “The World’s Youngest Drummer!”®, continues to rock the talk show world. He was recently chosen as one of “Maury’s Most Talented Kids 2009” and his performance from the show will air on March 3, 2009. “Maury” delivers more than 3... - March 12, 2009 - Julian Pavone

Davisson Brothers Band Debut Release March 10

The self-titled debut from the Clarksburg, WV based Davisson Brothers Band, including the singles “Big City Hillbilly” and “Foot Stompin’,” releases March 10 on CharTunes/Yell Records, distributed in the US and Canada by E1 Entertainment Distribution. After touring... - March 12, 2009 - Yell Records

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

Sweet-Suspense: Author Mixes Passion for Writing with Love for Chocolate

Salem resident Denise Robbins will be doing double duty at the Made in New Hampshire Expo, March 27-29, signing her newly-released romantic-suspense novel It Happens in Threes and selling the homemade chocolate treats she makes at her side business “Sweets by Denise.” A software... - March 11, 2009 - Denise Robbins

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

New Author to Release Second Book

Inspired by Orson Scott Card and Paul Newman, David G. Hennessey, a new author of children fantasy books, has released his second book for the general public. - March 11, 2009 - Dave Hennessey Books

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

Travel Expert, Peter Greenberg Launches a New Book Titled "Tough Times, Great Travels"

Travel Expert, Peter Greenberg's new book "Tough Times, Great Travels" focuses on Hidden Travel Deals, Unadvertised Travel Bargains and Great Travel Experiences. - March 10, 2009 - Peter Greenberg

Legendary Bluesman Willie Dixon's Legacy is Alive and Well in His Grandson, Alex Dixon

Alex Dixon teamed up with musical greats for his newest CD release titled "Rising From The Bushes" due out April 28th 2009 on iTunes and other digital download sites. The CD features Marcella Detroit (power vocalist in UK pop group Shakespeare's Sister), drummer James Gadson (Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Ray Charles and countless others), bassist Gerald Johnson (Steve Miller Band, Crosby Stills & Nash), to name a few. This CD is packed something for everyone...blues, rock and R&B. - March 10, 2009 - Dixon Landing Music, 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

Bosoms and Bottoms by LG Williams Celebrates 20,000th YouTube™ Viewer

Please join The Estate of LG Williams in celebrating Bosoms and Bottom’s 20,000th Youtube™ viewer. This landmark event is being hosted by Hollywood celebrity David Tarfest. A portion of the video's advertising revenue will go to Fleeing America, one of the nation's leading... - March 09, 2009 - The Estate Of LG Williams

J.L. Lewis PGA TOUR Professional Authors "Golf Tips From The Tour"

Two time PGA TOUR Champion, J.L. Lewis, has authored "Golf Tips from the Tour," Tour Proven Secrets Revealed, a multi-series compilation with over 1,000 golf instructional tips. The book encompasses all facets of practicing and playing golf. - March 09, 2009 - Mark Andrew Group

Author Publishes First Book, Teaching Deer Hunting from the Beginning

Kevin Ginter published his first book titled: "So You Want to Hunt Deer: A beginner's guide for the necessary steps to start deer hunting" describing how to hunt deer from a dream to the table. - March 08, 2009 - Kevin Ginter

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

Co- Star of TNT’s Highly Acclaimed Drama Series Saving Grace, Bokeem Woodbine Announces Pam Pinnock, Publicist of Record

Actor Bookem Woodbine Announces Representation. - March 07, 2009 - Bokeem Woodbine

Flux Records Announces the Release of Frank Rothkamm's Frank Genius is Star Struck

Deluxe Edition Compact Disc with Complete Lyrics and Accompanying Print Celebrates Rothkamm's Poptronic Music. - March 07, 2009 - Flux Records

Child Molestation Happens in the Black Community - Columbia University’s Rho Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Breaks the Silence About Child Molestation

Author, speaker and sexual abuse survivor, Stephanie L. Jones, breaks the silence about child molestation in the Black community. She'll deliver keynote address at Columbia University's Delta Sigma Theta Rho Chapter's State of the Black Womanhood Week. - March 07, 2009 - Stephanie L. Jones, LLC

Follow the Herd Into Wholeness on Natural Horse Network

Liz Mitten Ryan and Constance Funk to Guest Host Life Changing Radio Series on March 13. - March 07, 2009 - Liz Mitten Ryan

It's a New and Startling Fact: Most American Women Spend More Years of Their Adult Lives Unmarried Than Married

A new non-fiction title: I Didn’t Work This Hard Just to Get Married by Nika C. Beamon examines this trend through the eyes of single Black women. Statistics show that 70 percent of African American women live without a man, despite traditional expectations within the community this trend. - March 06, 2009 - Nika C. Beamon

Popular Atlanta Rock Band, Stokeswood, to Release First Album, Carrassia, on April 17, 2009: Release Party and Concert Being Held at Atlanta Music Venue, Masquerade

Popular Atlanta rock band, Stokeswood (www.Stokeswood.net), has announced that they will be releasing their first full-length album, Carrassia, on Friday, April 17, 2009. The Carrassia release party and Stokeswood concert will be held on the “Hell” stage of well-known Atlanta music... - March 06, 2009 - Stokeswood

NBA Star Mike James Previews Custom Home Building Company's First Project in Spring Issue of Texas Home & Living Magazine - On Stands Now

MAJA Custom Development Group, founded in 2006 by NBA star Mike James and his wife Angela, reveals its first project in the Spring issue of Texas Home & Living magazine, which is on stands now. MAJA Development Group is a full service custom builder specializing in commercial development,... - March 06, 2009 - Mike James

Ambience Productions Announces the Release of Shut the F**k Up!: Every Man’s Key to Happiness

Ambience Productions announces the much anticipated publication of Shut the F**k Up!: Every Man’s Key to Happiness by author Darren G. Burton and published by Lulu Press. The book is the author's most recent in the Novelty/Humor category and has received worldwide distribution at a RRP of $12. - March 06, 2009 - Darren G. Burton

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