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Apress Launches Alpha Book Program
Apress Inc. launches its Alpha Program, allowing customers a chance to provide input on books as authors are crafting them. - February 26, 2009 - Apress
Introducing March Books - a New Small Publisher in Northeastern Connecticut
March Books is a New Small Publisher in Northeastern Connecticut with a Green Philosophy. They will soon be releasing their first two titles: 'Nightsweats in Bigelow Hollow', a YA fantasy by author M.J. Claire and 'The Little Insanity', an adult novel by Janus Kane. - February 26, 2009 - march books
Booktour.com Co-Founder Kevin Smokler to Keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association Annual Conference
Kevin Smokler, co-founder of BookTour.com, will keynote Arizona Book Publishing Association’s annual conference on February 28th in Phoenix. Speaking about “The Impact of Future Technology on the Publishing Industry,” Smokler will encourage attendees not to wring their hands about the evolving market, but embrace all the possibilities it brings. - February 26, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
eMagCreator Expands Into US to Revolutionize Epublishing
eMagCreator, a leading provider of software solutions for online publishing, has expanded its US venture with a new office in Denver. eMagCreator is the leading software vendor within solutions for online publishing. Their software enables users to produce unlimited page-flip epublications. - February 25, 2009 - eMagCreator
ACQUIRELists Has Announced a New Partner Program
Internet marketing company ACQUIRELists has announced a new partner program offering qualifying businesses the opportunity to become resellers of the organization’s line-up of services. - February 25, 2009 - ACQUIRELists
Publishing Innovator Victoria Blake to Show Authors/Publishers New Ways to Think About Book Content
Inventor of the "wovel" -- a serialized novel whose chapters are posted on the Web week by week as readers vote to decide where the story should go -- Victoria Blake of Underland Press will assert that books are not books, but content in book form on February 28th at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry http://azbookpub.com/events/annual-conference/. - February 25, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Destination Wedding Guests: a Bright Spot for Beleaguered Travel Industry
While the bleak economy continues to take a bite out of the travel industry, the forecast for destination wedding travel is looking up. The most recent travel survey conducted by Bridal Guide magazine reported that almost 30% of readers are planning or considering a destination wedding (higher than the national average of 18%) and the median number of invited guests per wedding is 43, with 25% of respondents saying they estimate 75 or more guests will attend their destination wedding. - February 25, 2009 - Bridal Guide Magazine, RFP LLC
Bridal Guide Magazine Beats Newsstand Competition, Boosts Overall Circulation
Bucking the trend of double-digit declines in magazine retail sales, Bridal Guide magazine outsold competitor Modern Bride on the newsstand by 20% and increased overall circulation by 7.2% in the latter half of 2008. - February 25, 2009 - Bridal Guide Magazine, RFP LLC
Animal Strange Publishing is Proud to Present: Ruffian Tedd "The Winter's Child"
Animal Strange publishing author Sean Lorigan's new book "Ruffian Tedd" is now available at Lulu.com. This is the story of a young girl who finds her world turned upside down just before her sixteenth birthday. She is forced to come to terms with government corruption, the power of global corporations, magic and vampires. - February 24, 2009 - animal strange publishing
U.S. Author Does Not Want Nobel Prize
He wrote the book, The Happiness Transformation, to bring peace and happiness to the world, - February 23, 2009 - Andrew Lawrence
Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media to Show How New Reading Apps Are Changing the Publishing Industry
One of the publishing industry's key thought-leaders, Andrew Savikas of O'Reilly Media, will bring his vision of the future of publishing to Phoenix on February 28th. As one of the lead presenters at Arizona Book Publishing Association's (ABPA) annual conference, Realities of Publishing: Preparing for Changes in the Industry, Savikas will discuss how changing technology is producing Different Distribution Models for content. - February 23, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
Prisonworld Records Introduces Likely Suspect and Their Jailhouse Doo Wop
An Acapella group is "changing the game" in the music industry by bringing their new style of doo wop to the forefront - February 23, 2009 - Dawah International, LLC
Prisonworld Magazine is Now Available on Amazon.com
An entertainment magazine for inmates expands distribution channels - February 23, 2009 - Dawah International, LLC
Thieme Chemistry Relaunches Website with Many Additional Features
Thieme Publishing Group has relaunched thieme-chemistry.com. For 100 years, Thieme Chemistry has been publishing peer-reviewed research on synthetic and general chemistry for professionals and advanced students. The completely restructured, user friendly website provides customers with an overview... - February 23, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
Outskirts Press Announces the Never Pals, the Latest Humorous Book from Ocala, FL Author Rocky Kuznik
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Never Pals by Rocky Kuznik, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the Humorous category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $15.95. The... - February 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Dimensions, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ Science Fiction Book from Wichita Falls, TX Author B. B. VonGee
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Dimensions:: A Time Traveler's Chronicles by B. B. VonGee, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 hardback w/ jacket in the Fiction/ Science Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - February 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Young Lincoln's Dream, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Historical - United States - General Book from Houston, TX Author Howard L. Rose
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Young Lincoln's Dream by Howard L. Rose, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Historical - United States - General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces If I Can... So Can You, the Latest Christian - Inspirational Book from Burnham, IL Author D. M. Johnson
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published If I Can...So Can You by D. M. Johnson, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Christian - Inspirational category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested... - February 23, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Direct Interactions Leverages Wetpaint Social Publishing Technology to Enable People with Disabilities to Work from Home
Easy-to-use social websites facilitate training programs for employees with disabilities. - February 23, 2009 - Wetpaint
Photolibrary to Represent Select Garden Photo World Stock Images
Seattle, Washington based garden stock photo library signs non-exclusive contract with leading international stock photo distributor, Photolibrary, for distribution of key collections of images of flowers, plants, gardens and related subjects, adding in particular photos of North America and the Pacific Northwest to Photolibrary's extensive international botanical and horticultural image library. - February 22, 2009 - Garden Photo World
Outskirts Press Announces Teaching in Elementary Schools, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Educators Book from Chesapeake, VA Author Regina Long Southall
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Teaching In Elementary Schools: The Real Deal by Regina Long Southall, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Educators category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Life Stories in the World of Fiction, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Children's Book from Jersey City, NJ Author Cora Morrissette
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Life Stories in the World of Fiction by Cora Morrissette, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 hardback w/ jacket in the Children's category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Joygirl636, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Mystery Book from Statesville, NC Author Jennifer Jade Benfield
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Joygirl636 by Jennifer Jade Benfield, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 paperback in the Mystery category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $14.95. The... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Apple Pie Pickle, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Children's Literature - Storytelling Book from Camillus, NY Author Marilyn Beadling
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Apple Pie Pickle by Marilyn Beadling, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 paperback in the Children's Literature - Storytelling category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Waking the Muse, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Poetry/ General Book from Shippensburg, PA Author Melanie Simms
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Waking the Muse: A Collection of Poems by Melanie Simms, Edited by Gary Young by Melanie Simms, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback in the Poetry/ General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Is There Really Life After Death? New Book Poses Heavenly-Themed Challenge to Young Readers
There’s only one requirement to make it into heaven, and that is exactly what the young hero of author C.V. Riebe’s new book is about to find out in Jonathan Jameson in the Crossroad Chronicles: Volume 1, Adventures in Heaven, published by Outskirts Press. Jonathan Jameson is an... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
From Blindness to the Light: Outskirts Author’s New Book Shows How Disability Brought God Into the Picture
When their first son received a head injury at birth, resulting in blindness, John and Sylvia McCulloch didn’t know what to do. But as they learned to raise a child with a disability, this strong-willed couple also found a stronger relationship with God. Now, John McCulloch is sharing his... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
God’s Hand in Obama’s Rise: Inspiring New Book Details Biblical Parallels in President’s Ascent and How Anyone Can Achieve God’s Plan
Many have called Barack Obama’s rise to power “meteoric.” But in a new book, the Methodist minister Dr. J. Emmette Weir calls it something else - miraculous. His new book, “Obama in Prophecy: Divine Intervention in Action!” (Outskirts Press) uncovers the uncanny... - February 22, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Editors Only February 2009 Issue Now Available
Announcing the release of the February 2009 issue of Editors Only, a monthly newsletter for editors that shares valuable insider tips from prominent editors in the industry. - February 22, 2009 - Editors Only
Still Alice Book Author Advocates Self Publishing
Diving into the self-publishing pool did not only lead Lisa Genova to success; it also opened doors to recognition. - February 22, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
The Entire Spectrum of Human Physiology Captured in One Book
Color Atlas of Physiology, published by Thieme, holds the entire spectrum of human physiology and contains the basic principles and facts taught in medical school. This invaluable reference is ideal for the practicing physician as well as scientists and students. The structure of the book, coupled... - February 22, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
Platinum Selling Gospel Group, Trin-i-tee 5:7 on "The Dedan Tolbert Show"
Tune into The Dedan Tolbert Show on Thursday March 12th as he welcomes platinum selling gospel group, Trin-i-tee 5:7. Trin-i-tee 5:7 is one of the best-selling female trios in gospel history. Having released their first project in 1998, they’ve already sold more than 2 million units with... - February 22, 2009 - The Dedan Tolbert Show
New Website on the Potential Power of the Human Mind
Whole Science http://www.wholescience.net is the first site in the world to combine consciousness research (topics such as mind-body medicine, mind over matter and extra sensory perception) alongside self development tools and techniques. The site encourages you to ‘Discover the Power of... - February 22, 2009 - Whole Science
Outskirts Press Announces Thuen-Jaey, the Latest Social Science/ Folklore Book from Long Beach, CA Author Bo K.S. Uce
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Thuen-Jaey by Bo K.S. Uce, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 casebound in the Social Science/ Folklore category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Living the Law of Attraction and Enjoying a Serendipitous Life, the Latest New Age Book from New London, NH Author Kathleen Mackenzie
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Living the Law of Attraction and Enjoying a Serendipitous Life: Plugging into Source Energy by Kathleen Mackenzie, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 paperback in the New Age category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Goals-Based Strategic Planning, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Business/ Management Book from Virginia Beach, VA Author Atul Uchil, PhD
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Goals-Based Strategic Planning: A No-Nonsense Practical Guide To Strategy by Atul Uchil, PhD, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 paperback in the Business/ Management category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Man God Made, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Christianity - Education - General Book from Peterstown, WV Author Haskel T. Salmon
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Man God Made by Haskel T. Salmon, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Christianity - Education - General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces a Special Purpose, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ Literary Book from Gilbert, AZ Author William Lancaster
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published A Special Purpose by William Lancaster, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 paperback in the Fiction/ Literary category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces On the Steps, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Romance Book from Benbrook, TX Author Jeffrey Harris
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published On the Steps: A Romantic Tale of Heartache, Healing and Hope by Jeffrey Harris, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 paperback in the Romance category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - February 21, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of 56 Water Street by Melissa Strangway
What if you suddenly discovered that the creepy, run-down house on your street was invisible to everyone but you? To make matters worse, the house is apparently occupied by a 100-year-old ghost who is asking for your help. That’s the situation in which Ravine and her best friend Derek find themselves as 56 Water Street begins. Strangway’s first published work is a well-told mystery whose characters will leave you wanting more. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Hide! Here Comes the Insurance Guy by Rick Vassar
In this guidebook, Rick Vassar, a certified expert in the commercial insurance arena, writes with a fresh perspective from a risk manager's viewpoint as he tackles the often confusing field of commercial insurance with his real numbers and real solutions strategy that can potentially save your company millions of dollars in insurance costs. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of You Can Do It! An Easy Step-By-Step Guide to Financial Security by Donald H. Young
If you are anxious about your financial future, educate yourself on the basics of achieving financial security by learning from a seasoned professional with more than 40 years in the business. Author Donald H. Young’s book, You Can Do It! An Easy Step-By-Step Guide to Financial Security provides an umbrella of invaluable information to empower you to take charge of your financial situation, no matter where you stand. - February 21, 2009 - iUniverse
ThumbPeople Requesting Product and Website Reviews
ThumbPeople, Inc., the company that originated the Thumbuddy children’s book series, Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum and the ThumbPeople affirmation CD series is requesting public reviews of its product line and website. Recognized as being a vehicle in developing self worth within... - February 21, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Winner of the Susan Race International Coach of the Year Announced Today
Donna Latin wins the 2008 Susan Race International Coach of the Year Award. - February 21, 2009 - Terri Levine
Cases Illustrate Imaging Findings of Common Urologic Diseases
Teaching Atlas of Urologic Imaging, published by Thieme, presents key imaging features of common urologic disorders encountered by radiologists and urologists on a daily basis in one book. - February 20, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
WorldTV Launches Twitter Client to Enable Video Sharing via Twitter
Powerful new functionality lets users share their video clip finds on Twitter. - February 20, 2009 - WorldTV
Life Skills Students Gain Understanding of Critical Adulthood Strategies in New Edition of Best-Selling Series
"Steps to Independent Living," newly published by Walch Education, is the third edition of the best-selling series. It helps life skills students navigate the sometimes-challenging tasks of adulthood, from using money wisely to finding and setting up a home and staying healthy. The series includes 6 titles and a Teacher Guide, and is available through www.walch.com. - February 20, 2009 - Walch Education
Alex Rodriguez, Christy Turlington, Bill Richardson, 13 Others Profiled in New Title, "16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans"
"16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans" is the latest addition to the acclaimed "Extraordinary Americans" series. Hi-lo readers developed for middle- and high-school students, "Extraordinary Americans" titles combine a manageable reading level with engaging content. "16 MORE Extraordinary Hispanic Americans" profiles, among others, Bill Richardson, Alex Rodriguez, Carlos Santana, Gloria Estefan, and 12 others. - February 20, 2009 - Walch Education
WorldTV Partners with Top Indian TV Channel ZoomTV
WorldTV expands into Enterprise services with its video content management system. - February 20, 2009 - WorldTV
Self Publishing Company Gives Away Expedited Service in February
Speed up your the publication process of your book with Xlibris' expedited service. - February 20, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher