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Readers Give Jimmy a Thumbs Up

Calling it a banner day Jim Gerdeman unveils reader comments. Men and Women ages 20 to 80 enjoy the stories of Jimmy is a book about boys growing up in his hometown in Ohio. The book has proven to transcend age groups, sexes, and geography. Readers give Jimmy a thumbs up. - June 26, 2008 - JDGerdeman

Radio Show Has Authors Reading Out Loud

Radio show host Lillian Brummet launches Authors Read. On this program, listeners can enjoy hearing authors, storytellers and poets read from their published works. - June 26, 2008 - Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services

My Sweet Vegan Author Visits Portland for Book Signing and Demos

Hannah Kaminsky, a talented young cookbook author and native to Connecticut, is making the journey cross-country to record recipe demos for Everyday Dish TV, an online vegan cooking show, and taste a bit of the expansive vegan culture that Portland, Oregon has to offer. The trip will include a stop... - June 26, 2008 - My Sweet Vegan

Cook Book for Charity

Simple Cuisine The Caribbean and Beyond by: Herbert Henry Simple Cuisine The Caribbean And Beyond by new author Herbert Henry, takes an innovative look at the culinary world of the caribbean. The book has all the ingredients of a rich story worth reading and its a true labour of love, written by a... - June 26, 2008 - Herbert Henry

Edward A. and Jenny Rasmuson Community Health Center Donor Wall Project

Creation of the Edward A. and Jenny Rasmuson Community Health Center is becoming a reality in the community of Skagway, Alaska. In the spirit of a challenge grant awarded to the community by the Rasmuson Foundation, the borough is encouraging public support for constructing and equipping the new clinic. The architectural firm of Livingston Sloan has designed a unique donor wall for the entrance of the new clinic that will hallmark individuals that have contributed to the success of this project. - June 25, 2008 - Alan Sorum

Novel: Dominion by Wayne Sharrocks

'Dominion' is the follow up to 'Redemption', Wayne's debut novel, which was nominated for both The Guardian First Book Award & The McKitterick Prize. It's a tight, tension-building tale that provides both psychological insight as well as a thought provoking read. - June 25, 2008 - Wayne Sharrocks (Gothic/Pagan Author)

Do You Have Money to Burn? Save More of What You Earn, Earn More of What You Save. Bob Brumm Shows How to Save Over $500 a Month.

Bob Brumm has released his new book that offers money saving strategies valued at over $500 a month, and much more over a lifetime. This new book will show you how to keep more of what you earn, make your money grow and how to save more for the future. - June 24, 2008 - Bob Brumm

Brocton, NY Native Releases Memoir and Launches Business in Pursuit of Healing

Janeen Brenda DeGolier Noetling, youngest of 20 children, has launched into motivational speaking on the basis of her first memoir of the life inside her childhood home, the destructive path it put her on, and the healing journey back to family in 2006. For contact information, visit her at... - June 24, 2008 - Janeen DeGolier Noetling

Is This Guy For Real, Or a Bogus Man? Authors Chip Bunce and Tony Lolas, Ph.D. Tell Women How to Know The Difference.

Most women are looking for Mr. Right...this book tells you how to find him. The Sucka Free Dating Talk Show welcomes authors Chip Bunce and Tony Lolas, Ph.D. to discuss their book "Totally Bogus Men II" on Wednesday, June 25th, 2008 at 7 p.m. Pacific. - June 24, 2008 - Deborrah Cooper

Redemption by Wayne Sharrocks (Debut Novel)

Novel: Redemption by Wayne Sharrocks. One for fans of psychological thrillers-think Val McDermid/Bret Easton Ellis with a sprinkling of Gothic/Pagan sensibility. About the Author: Redemption is the debut novel but there are two more books already in the pipeline for future release. - June 24, 2008 - Wayne Sharrocks (Gothic/Pagan Author)

Author C Wolf Forrest Announces New Crime Novel Phantom Justice

Can vigilantism to achieve justice ever be warranted on a national basis? It has been said that there is a basic minimum of citizens' rights that States must protect if their subjects are to owe the State obedience to law. What if, however, our 'Nation of Laws' miserably fails to administer justice in the name of law, making a mockery of our judicial systems and making the victims of crime simple collateral damage? Might this foster an organized effort by citizens to balance the scales? - June 23, 2008 - Author C Wolf Forrest

Jeanne May from Aspirations Plus Launches "the Inside Secrets of How to Achieve Life Changing Goals... Revealed" E-Course

A new e-course has been launched at Aspirations Plus intended for those people wanting to achieve life changing goals. The e-course comprises 21 Secrets delivered by e-mail in PDF format. The e-course is suitable for any person and is applicable to any goal. - June 23, 2008 - Jeanne May

NY Band Finespun Remixes Songs with Major Label Producers

Hard-rockin' New York City outfit Finespun, without the benefit of a major label has just finished remixing songs for their new CD with major label producers Anthony J. Resta and Karyadi Sutjeda. - June 23, 2008 - Finespun

Christian Fiction Novel Brings Historic Hurricane to Life

Author releases debut novel about America’s deadliest hurricane. - June 23, 2008 - Stephanie Lou Stephens

New Authors Increase Reading Among Young Boys by Attacking Their Funny Bone

New authors Mike Knudson and Steve Wilkinson look to increase reading among middle-grade elementary school boys through their humorous new series of books. - June 22, 2008 - Mike Knudson

Brooklyn Zu and Buddha Monk on USA Concert Tour 2008

Buddha Monk together with Brooklyn Zu on Concert Tour 2008 throughout USA. - June 22, 2008 - Buddha Monk Management

The Party Animals Live Join Forces with Venture IAB

The Party Animals Live, a new Rock n Roll Kid Show, is now teaming up with Venture IAB. Venture is a full service talent and marketing agency who's clients range from Muse Watson (NCIS and Prison Break) to Christopher Knight (The Surreal Life and Celebrity Circus). Together they will market this new brand of family entertainment, - June 20, 2008 - The Party Animals, LLC

Alternative Rock Band, Blistur, to Give Away 100 Free CDs

Rock band, Blistur, has teamed up with frozen beverage company f"REAL/foods - find a winning lid and receive a free autographed CD. - June 20, 2008 - Blistur

Stories for Children Magazine Announces Three New Team Members

Stories for Children Magazine, A Free monthly Ezine for Children (3 to 12). Website: http://storiesforchildrenmagazine.org Stories for Children Magazine, which just launched its new website with its June 2008 issue, announces the addition of three new SFC Team members. VS Grenier, Founder &... - June 20, 2008 - Stories for Children Magazine

Liz Mitten Ryan's Herd in the Ribbons at Celebrate the Horse - Washington July 5 - 6

Join world-renowned Artist-Equine Communicator Liz Mitten Ryan when she airs her DVD and present her new book One with the Herd: A Spiritual Journey at Celebrate the Horse in Puyallup, Washington July 5 - 6, 2008. - June 19, 2008 - Liz Mitten Ryan

Stories for Children Magazine Debuts Its New Website

Stories for Children Magazine was voted one of the best Ezines in Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, and Cover Design in the 2007 Preditors & Editors’ Readers Poll. The magazine has also been featured in Babbitt Weekly several times, Homeschoolbuzz.com newsletter, Utah News, Magazine News, and Creative Connection. - June 19, 2008 - Stories for Children Magazine

Cads, Princes & Best Friends, a Tale of Lust, Love & Redemption, a Memoir by Danielle Coulanges examines relationships and personal transformation!

“Enlightening and Inspirational!” --- “A great read!!!! A great ride!!!” The newly published memoir of songwriter and former fashion designer Danielle Coulanges hits bookshelves in the spring of 2008 exploring among other things, the timely subject of monogamy (or the lack thereof) in relationships. This story of survival and transformation epitomizes the "Butterfly Phenomenon." - June 18, 2008 - Danielle Coulanges

Incest Over-Comer Encourages Abused Women with the "Hug Me" Comfort Pillow™

Encouraging abused women to take charge of the past, soar above the pain and land victoriously in the present, using other people’s experiences as a witness to what future possibilities hold. - June 18, 2008 - Blondie L. Clayton

A Jersey City Artist Success Story - Habib Ayat

Habib Ayat has lived and worked as an artist in Jersey City for the past 9 years. Habib's art includes abstracts, cityscapes, and abstract figurative choices, typically using bold colors. Habib's website "Habibart" can be found online. To contact the artist you can email him at habib at habibart.com. - June 18, 2008 - habibart.com

Melinda Myers Offers Gardeners Some Sage Advice When It Comes to Dealing with Flood Damage

As the flood waters recede and homeowners move their attention from wet basements to their landscapes, they may find themselves a bit overwhelmed. Nationally known gardening expert, TV Host and Author Melinda Myers is here to help with important to dos and garden tips to help you along the way. - June 18, 2008 - Melinda Myers LLC

New Jersey Designer Celebrates 3 Years of Combining of Graphic Design and Fine Art

New Jersey design studio Paul Kiesche Design, LLC celebrates 3 years of delivering high end graphic design for artistic clientele. - June 18, 2008 - Paul Kiesche Design

Re-Release of Paradise Costs-a Victim's Daughter Fights Back Against Elder Abuse Marks International Elder Awareness Day; June 15, 2008

Bennett Blum, MD, a geriatric psychiatrist & columnist Irene Masiello have joined forces to educate Americans about a national pandemic: elder abuse & exploitation. Driven by horrific statistics indicating as many as one-in-three boomers may be victims & a projection by the AMA stating it will take 30-40 yrs. before awareness of elder abuse reaches what child abuse has currently, the authors offer readers a must read, Paradise Costs, depicting what elder abuse is. - June 17, 2008 - Irene Masiello

Take a Look into the Complicated Life of a Straightforward Author of Poetry and Prose

The poetry in this collection speaks of issues people encounter everyday. Life experiences that would wear some people down have made this young writer stronger. - June 17, 2008 - Susie McCray, Author

Tennis Kung Fu, Use Tennis Inspiration for Great Improvement

As the “falling apple” inspired Isaac Newton, “inspirational pictures” arouse athletes to reach the zone of productivity as well. Tennis Kung Fu surpasses the traditional tennis methods and brings forth the first-ever scientific mind-body doctrinal system providing you with a series of efficacious “pictures” that trigger one's unimpeded inspiration. - June 17, 2008 - Bruce Wang

Networkers and Educators Unite in Tennessee for a Word-Loving Conference

The 2008 Tennessee Writers Alliance (TWA) Writers’ Conference was held June 6-7 at Battle Ground Academy in Franklin, Tennessee. Writers of all genres and skill levels attended. Nine presenters offered expert advice on travel writing, how to self-publish, writing nonfiction, understanding... - June 17, 2008 - Writers in the Sky Creative Writing Services

‘Healing The Gap’ Blog Tour Stops at Chittlin's and Chopsticks

‘Healing The Gap’ Blog Tour Stops at Chittlin's and Chopsticks on Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Personal Empowerment Company, Sisters' Sanctuary™, releases A Five Topic Interactive Audio Discussion Program that will Promote Bonding and Healing Conversation between African- American Women and Teen Girls: "Healing The Gap!" - June 17, 2008 - Lacey C. Clark

Abandoned - Could You Survive?

The new novel by Jeanette McCarthy - an exciting thriller which examines the themes of survival and coming to terms with post traumatic stress. - June 17, 2008 - Jeanette McCarthy

‘Healing the Gap!’

Personal Empowerment Company, Sisters' Sanctuary, releases A Five Topic Interactive Audio Discussion Program that will Promote Bonding and Healing Conversation between African- American Women and Teen Girls: "Healing The Gap!" - June 17, 2008 - Lacey C. Clark

"Mysterious Letters and Romance" is Subject for New Historical Romance Novel: Edith and the Mysterious Stranger

With mysterious letters, cattle rustlers, a spunky woman, the liar's fire, Halloween, and young love, there is always something happening in Edith and the Mysterious Stranger (ISBN 978-1-58982-469-0). - June 15, 2008 - Linda Weaver Clarke

Actor & New Hip Hop Sensation "CEL-LOW" is Giving Back

Former Louisiana native and now Tyler, Texas resident Marcello Jones is giving back to his home town and the entire Southern & Midwest region and abroad. “CELLOW” recently signed with the Don Alesante' Music Group & Fashions LLC brand recognized as DAMG, located in West Allis, Wisconsin which is headed by both Mrs. Shannon L. Chestnut and her husband Mr. Dante Chestnut Sr. - June 14, 2008 - DON ALESANTE MUSIC GROUP LLC.

Author Publishes Book About the Founding of Natchitoches, Louisiana

Keith R. Rees has published a historical fiction novella about the founding of Natchitoches in 1714 by Louis de St. Denis. - June 14, 2008 - Keith R. Rees

Robert Lauri Performing in the US Soon

Robert Lauri and the band Alef, will be on tour for a series of major concerts in several states in America. Robert Lauri has also announced the forthcoming release of his new album, "Liberté", scheduled in Autumn. All of which means that 2008 will see a number of major projects come to fruition for the singer/composer. - June 14, 2008 - Robert Lauri

Oregon Author Barbara Corrado Pope Announces Book Release: Cézanne’s Quarry – A Mystery

Barbara Corrado Pope is pleased to announce the release of her first mystery novel Cézanne’s Quarry. In this richly atmospheric novel, Cézanne’s Quarry (Pegasus Books, ISBN: 978-1-933648-83-5, $24.00), a mysterious young woman named Solange Vernet arrives in... - June 14, 2008 - Barbara Corrado Pope

"Jeremiah's Tale," by Author Walter B. Biondi, Moves to Worldwide Association of Writers "Best Sellers List" (www.wwaow.com)

A recently published novel, by Port Ludlow, Washington author and artist Walter Biondi, was elevated to the WWAOW's best sellers list on June 12, 2008. (see: www.wwaow.com) - June 14, 2008 - Walter B. Biondi

New Expose Takes a Penetrating Look at Omega-3 Food Labeling, Omega-6 and Inflammation

A fascinating exposé into the latest health food buzzword: Omega-3 appearing on more food products every week. - June 14, 2008 - Lois Smithers

Book for the New Era. First Channeled Book from St. John the Baptist by Psychic Medium Jesper Bech Lokza

Danish psychic medium / author Jesper Bech Lokza releases the first book in a series of books titled “Book for the new era”. This first installment “Transition”, represents the first channeled messages from St. John the Baptist, covering predictions for the next three... - June 13, 2008 - Jesper Bech lokza

Mr. Seiffert Has Just Released This New Book. A View of Veroma is About His Persistence in Striving for Goals in a Nursing Home Environment. Amusing Stories Are Included.

65 year old male nursing home resident tells his story of setting goals and working to accomplish them in the nursing home environment, While he was doing this he wrote several amusing stories about people and events. Several nurses, social workers, certified nurse assistants and activities... - June 12, 2008 - Henry E Seiffert

'Valkyries Really Did Exist', Says New Book

New book ''Gods and Worshippers in the Viking and Germanic world'' completely rethinks the nature of pre-Christian religion in Northern Europe. - June 12, 2008 - Thor Ewing

"Red" Sings "Blue" - Solo Debut from Simply Red's Mick Hucknall Pays Tribute to Bobby "Blue" Bland, Due on Rhino June 17

Solo Debut From Simply Red's Mick Hucknall Pays Tribute to Bobby "Blue" Bland on Rhino CD Due June 17. - June 12, 2008 - Mick Hucknall

Corey Feldman's Band "The Truth Movement" Set for 2nd Album Release with a Line Up of All Star Musicians

The Truth Movement is set to release their 2nd studio album this summer. Fronted by singer /songwriter Corey Feldman, the band is a Pink Floyd inspired homage to classic rock and is made up of a group of young, very talented Los Angeles musicians who have been playing together for several years. - June 12, 2008 - Corey Feldman

Stonehenge: Ancient Megalithic Site Holds Secret to Earth’s Turbulent Past

Computer systems analyst Dean Talboys has unlocked a previously overlooked aspect of an ancient megalithic site in Wiltshire, England, which indicates a major catastrophic event at the end of the last Ice Age 13,000 years ago that could have been caused by the rapid decline of the polar ice caps. - June 11, 2008 - Dean Talboys

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