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New Zealand is Now the World’s Largest Supplier of Softwood Logs with Exports Increasing Fourfold to Almost Two Billion Dollars in Five Years
More than 20 percent of the world’s softwood log trade originates from New Zealand. In 2013, the country exported 57 percent of the country’s timber harvest and the value of the trade had tripled in five years, according to the Wood Resource Quarterly. A majority of the log volumes were destined for China, but South Korea, India and Japan were also sourcing logs from New Zealand last year. - August 19, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Beauty Industry Pro Jan Moran Debuts New Contemporary Fiction Novel Set in Beauty Industry
Bestselling author Jan Moran, whose company she founded made recent news in The Wall Street Journal on the recent sale of her technology to Sephora, follows up with a new "insider's" contemporary novel, "Flawless," based on the beauty industry. St. Martin's Press also acquired her historical novel "Scent of Triumph" for a March 2015 pub date. - August 19, 2014 - Briarcliffe Press
Lumber and Log Imports to China Slowed in Early 2014 But Picked Up in the 2Q to Reach Close to Record Highs
Wood buyers in China were more active in the late spring after a slowdown during the winter months. This resulted in increased importation of logs and lumber during the 2Q, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. The biggest gains were in lumber from Russia and softwood logs from New Zealand. - August 18, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
MotionElements Launches VisualSearch for Faster & More Relevant Searches
MotionElements implements VisualSearch technology to its search engine to enable faster and more relevant results for its buyers. - August 18, 2014 - MotionElements
ISMG Announces the 2014 Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention Survey
Information Security Media Group (ISMG), publisher of InfoRiskToday, announces the launch of its 2014 Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention Survey. This new research, sponsored by LifeLock, aims to benchmark organizations' preparedness to mitigate risks associated with identity theft and fraud. This... - August 18, 2014 - Information Security Media Group
Announcing “Dark Winter: How the Sun is Causing a 30-Year Cold Spell” by NASA Insider John L. Casey
Humanix Books is proud to announce the availability of John L. Casey’s "Dark Winter: How the Sun is causing a 30-Year Cold Spell" — a captivating scientific look at changes to our global climate. - August 18, 2014 - Humanix Books
Black Swan Publishing Presents Their New Author; Until...
Introducing her highly anticipated very first poetry edition; "I Just Want to Write!" - August 17, 2014 - Black Swan Publishing
Black Swan Publishing Introduces a New Bard...
By the name of Until, with her very first poetry edition along with her very first Spoken Word Poetry CD project now and Wow. - August 17, 2014 - Black Swan Publishing
HR Director of Hallmark Cards Inc., Sally Luck, to Speak at Corporate Wellness Conference
The 6th Annual Corporate Wellness Conference is pleased to announce Sally Luck HR Director, Corporate Services and Wellness Hallmark Cards, Inc., as a speaker at the September 20-24, 2014 event in D.C. this year. The Corporate Wellness Conference is part of the Employer Healthcare & Benefits... - August 17, 2014 - Self Funding Magazine
Manager of Benefits Planning, Illinois Tool Work, Joanne Copas, to Speak at Corporate Wellness Conference
The 6th Annual Corporate Wellness Conference is pleased to announce Joanne Copas, Manager of Benefits Planning, Illinois Tool Works, as a speaker at the September 20-24, 2014 event in D.C. this year. The Corporate Wellness Conference is part of the Employer Healthcare & Benefits Congress,... - August 17, 2014 - Self Funding Magazine
Now in Print & eBook: "Stress Fractures" by New Hampshire Author J.E. Seymour
Barking Rain Press announced the paperback and eBook release of the second book in the noir thriller "Kevin Markinson" series, "Stress Fractures," by New Hampshire author J.E. Seymour. - August 17, 2014 - Barking Rain Press
TalkSession Founder and CEO Melissa Thompson to Speak at 6th Annual Self-Funding Conference
The 6th Annual Self-Funding Conference is pleased to announce Melissa Thompson, CEO & Founder, TalkSession as a speaker at the Sept 20-24 event in D.C this year. The Health Insurance Exchange Conference is part of the Employer Healthcare & Benefits Congress,... - August 17, 2014 - Self Funding Magazine
WatchTime Special Issue Explores the History of Longines Watches
This Special Issue devoted to Longines is now available as a digital download in WatchTime’s online shop. - August 17, 2014 - Ebner Publishing International
An Updated Edition of a Comprehensive Text on Spinal Deformities
Thieme is excited to announce the publication of the second edition of "Spinal Deformities," a concise overview of current key principles and practices used in the diagnosis and treatment of spinal deformities. Each chapter of this introductory text begins with The Essentials, a bulleted... - August 17, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
The Indie Chicks, Inc. Launches Campaign to Further Inspire, Motivate Women
The Indie Chicks, Inc., a brand dedicated to helping women achieve their best self, today announced an IndieGogo campaign (www.indiegogo.com/projects/indie-chick-magazine)inviting its readers to help fund the Fall issue of the magazine. A video released by the brand includes reader-submitted videos... - August 16, 2014 - The Indie Chicks
Sweet Adventure Starts with Candy Dale Launched on Facebook
The cutest game ever has been released on Facebook by Renatus Media, a publisher that brings the best casual apps. Candy Dale is a lovely candy-themed match 3 game based on "trace the line" mechanics. - August 16, 2014 - Renatus
Women Who Run It Helps Its Readers Conquer the Stress of Change
Women Who Run It, the e-magazine for strong, empowered, driven women, knows its readers are successful women who have a lot on their plates, causing them an unhealthy amount of stress. In the Feature, readers will learn how to understand what their body is telling them about their lifestyle with a... - August 16, 2014 - Women Who Run It
Local Writer Seeks to Expose the Problems with Capital Punishment
With the number of botched executions mounting, local screenwriter and Indian filmmaker combine their skills to shine light on inhumane treatment with this international collaboration. - August 15, 2014 - CSO Publishing
Skylight Books Celebrates Charles Bukowski’s Birthday on August 16
Skylight Books (1818 N. Vermont in Los Feliz) will celebrate what would have been the 94th birthday of literary legend Charles Bukowski (born August 16, 1920). Skylight Books, recently named one of the best bookstores in America by USA Today, will throw a birthday party on Saturday, August 16 at 5pm. Writers Jerry Stahl, Richard Lange, and Dan Fante will wish the late writer a Happy Birthday! - August 15, 2014 - Skylight Books
You Could Be Funnier, LLC Announces Reality Show Auditions
Production Company in Detroit Prepares to Cast Its New Stand-up Comedy Reality Show. - August 15, 2014 - You Could Be Funnier, LLC
Soundview to Host Interactive Webinar with Rich Horwath
Soundview Executive Book Summaries will host an interactive webinar on August 21st with best-selling author Rich Horwath, to discuss the concepts in his most recent book, "Elevate." - August 15, 2014 - Soundview
The Use of IO-Link in The German Machinery Industry Until 2016 Reveals The Quest Trend Magazine Study
Most machine-builders using IO-Link are really content with it. The use of IO-Link will boost up to 2016. These are some results of the new Quest study, represented in the Quest Trend Magazine. - August 15, 2014 - Quest Trend Magazine
Serealities.com Announces Unique Web Serial Site
Serealities® is an online fiction site producing serial stories. Like watching your favorite TV series, follow new episodes on Serealities® each week. What’s different? Readers vote on what happens in the web series. How It Works: Read this week’s episode, Vote on what you want to happen next week, and Repeat each week! Become a part of your favorite character’s fate today by following one of the featured stories and casting your vote in this week’s poll. Go to Serealities.com - August 14, 2014 - LTLW, LLC
A Complete and Comprehensive Book About Facebook Marketing & Advertising Campaigns
Facebook Marketing: "Strategies, Tactics, Tools & Tracking," a comprehensive and actionable guide for small business marketing. This is an update to the "Facebook Master Series" of books published by eswebstudio publications. The company publishes books, articles and website content related to social media and small business marketing. - August 14, 2014 - e s webstudio
Daughter's Quest for Truth About Her Father Will Captivate Readers
Published by Halo Publishing International, "From Within the Shadows" is a book about a girl’s quest for the truth. - August 14, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
Glagoslav Releases "Don’t Call Me a Victim!," a Documentary Novel by Dina Yafasova
Coming out in English in August 2014 amidst the uproar and instability that engulfs many regions, Yafasova’s documentary novel questions the human cost of democracy and the values we live by. - August 14, 2014 - Glagoslav Publications
The Essential Guide to Managing Tumors of the Central Nervous System
"Neuro-Oncology: The Essentials, Third Edition," recently published by Thieme, is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental science and core clinical concepts behind the successful multidisciplinary management of patients with brain and spine tumors. Among the updates to this new... - August 14, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Ultimate Office Tech Joins Convey Engage; Convey Engage the New Channel Engagement Platform for Master Agents
Convey Services today announced that Ultimate Office Tech (UOT), an Austin, Texas-based master agent group in the telecommunications and IT marketplace, has joined Convey Engage, the new online agent engagement program. The UOT Partner site bridges the communications gap between vendor partners and... - August 14, 2014 - Convey Services
Ann Arbor Community Radio Launches GoodVibe.FM Website
Ann Arbor Community Radio unveils new website and brand GoodVibe.FM. - August 14, 2014 - Ann Arbor Community Radio
Brownstone Poets Presents Evie Ivy, Max Nemerovsky, and Anoek van Praag on Saturday, September 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant
Brownstone Poets presents Evie Ivy, Max Nemerovsky, and Anoek van Praag on Saturday, September 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant. Enjoy the varied menu at this affordable family-run diner while listening to great poetry. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and there's an open mic as well. - August 14, 2014 - The Brownstone Poets
Soundview to Host Interactive Webinar with Les McKeown
Soundview Executive Book Summaries will host an interactive webinar on August 19th with best-selling author Les McKeown, to discuss the concepts in his most recent book, "Do/Lead." - August 13, 2014 - Soundview
Announcing "The Journal: 60 Years..." - A History of the McGill Law Journal by James Cummins
8th House Publishing is proud to announce the availability of James Cummins’ “The Journal: 60 years of People, Prose and Publication” – A history of the McGill Law Journal. - August 13, 2014 - 8th House Publishing
Lifetime of Poems Detail Author's True Feelings, Book Published by Halo Publishing International
Published by Halo Publishing International, "The Light in Your Eyes" represents what Cassman always remembered about her husband, Steve. - August 12, 2014 - Halo Publishing International
autojunction.in Online Partner at Exide Rotary Car Rally for the Blind 2014
India’s leading automotive portal, www.autojunction.in, a unit of mjunction services limited, joined the Exide Rotary Car Rally for the Blind 2014 as an online partner for the event. The event, held on July 27 in Kolkata, was presented by the Rotary Club of India Midtown in partnership with Just Sportz, Global Turnstone and Ramakrishna Mission Blind Boys Academy. - August 12, 2014 - autojunction.in
From "Storage Wars" to a World to Explore, Twin Harris Brothers Launch Their Own New TV Series on FirstRun.tv Network
Mark and Matt Harris Search for Fun and Amazing People, Places, and Things in "The Harris Brothers’ World Of Wow!" - August 10, 2014 - FirstRun.tv Network
A Systematic Guide to the Highly Effective Treatment Technique of Connective Tissue Massage
Elisabeth Dicke, a former German physiotherapist, developed a systematic, scientifically based treatment method of connective tissue massage (or Bindegewebsmassage) which is now used throughout the world. "Connective Tissue Massage," recently published by Thieme, is a detailed reference... - August 10, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
Log Exports from Canada and the US to Asia Have Increased This Year with the Shipment from the US South Being 130% Higher Than in 2013
North America continues to supply China, Japan and other Asian countries with logs for their forest products sectors. Log exports from the US and Canada in the 1Q/14 were up 14% from last year, reports the North American Wood Fiber Review, with shipments from the US South having increased the most. - August 09, 2014 - Wood Resources International LLC
Achieve Sobriety: The First Website Where You Can Watch Videos of People Sharing About How They Achieved Sobriety
Achieve Sobriety is the first place online where you can watch videos of people sharing their stories about how they have achieved sobriety and what their lives are like sober. - August 09, 2014 - Achieve Sobriety
Renatus Names the Winner of Its First Gaming Beauty Contest on Facebook
In July, a unique beauty contest has been conducted across Facebook game communities. Renatus, the publisher known for launching over 30 titles, set up voting for the prettiest female game character. - August 09, 2014 - Renatus
The Nightlife Culture Initiative Announces "The Nightlife Safety Guide"
The Nightlife Cultural Initiative (NCI) is pleased to announce a new book written to increase the personal safety of everyone who enjoys nightlife culture. - August 08, 2014 - Nightlife Publishing LLC
Out of the Box Delivers "Pairings" to Your Door
"Pairings" joins forces with Out of the Box Collective and The Bruery to bring you the flavors from its award winning series to your home. - August 08, 2014 - Pairings
Award-Winning T. S. Poetry Press Offers New $1,000 Scholarship
T. S. Poetry Press, award-winning publisher of How to Read a Poem, is offering a new $1,000 scholarship, usable to pursue any major. Apply with poems and two brief vignettes. - August 08, 2014 - T. S. Poetry Press
High Speed Low Drag's High Speed Thriller "Race with the Devil" Has Completed Filming
Race With The Devil's first poster art and trailer released. - August 08, 2014 - High Speed Low Drag
National Restaurant Association to Present at 6th Annual National Healthcare Reform Conference Sept. 20-24 in D.C.
Michelle Reinke Neblett, Senior Director, Labor & Workforce Policy, National Restaurant Association will speak on the topic Healthcare Reform’s Effect on the Staffing, Hotel & Lodging and Retail Industry at the Employer Healthcare & Benefits Congress. - August 07, 2014 - Healthcare Reform Magazine
Social Media and Music Team Up to Help Youth
Social network, My Broken Palace, has teamed up with rock powerhouse Nine Lashes to generate brand awareness. - August 07, 2014 - My Broken Palace
Helping Engaged Couples Fight Divorce Rates by Exploring the Universal, and Denominational, Patterns That Govern Our Lives
"Before You Tie the Sacred Knot" by Dr. Angela B. Chester guides readers in premarital education from a do-it-yourself approach; second book in series is geared towards Christian couples. - August 07, 2014 - Angela Chester International
Announcing School-Plays.Com Noteworthy Plays for Students
Every student deserves good theatre and that is why Youth Theatre Press has created School-Plays.com. From award winning playwrights, to pioneers in youth theatre, School-Plays.com offers a diverse collection of plays specially designed for middle and junior high schools. Educational theatre does... - August 07, 2014 - School-Plays
BookVenture Launches the 2014 State Fair Publishing Promo
The self-publishing firm kicks off the newest publishing promo for the month of August. - August 07, 2014 - Book Venture
American Hotel & Lodging Association to Speak at 6th Annual National Healthcare Reform Conference Sept. 20-24 in D.C.
Katherine Lugar, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association to speak on the topic of Healthcare Reform’s Effect on the Staffing, Hotel & Lodging and Retail Industry at the Employer Healthcare & Benefits Conference. - August 07, 2014 - Healthcare Reform Magazine
Quarterly "Checkup" Analyzes Child Protection Reform in Los Angeles
Fostering Media Connections, a San Francisco-based nonprofit journalism organization and publisher of the news website, The Chronicle of Social Change, released its first quarterly “checkup” analyzing the developmental health of Los Angeles County’s child protection reform... - August 07, 2014 - Fostering Media Connections