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Chinese Poet and Philosopher Releases Latest in Series of Philosophical Poetry: The Philosopher King
Outskirts Press is pleased to announce the latest release by author Ronnie Lee. This prolific author, philosopher, and poet offers answers for those looking to become the ultimate leader and bring out the best in themselves. He shares valuable insights, wisdom, and the secrets of successful... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Texas Author Rev. Dr. Kate McLennan Releases The Messy Buddha: Dancing on the Soul’s Growing Edge
In February of 1999, “the poster child of clean and healthy living” was blind-sided with a leukemia diagnosis. Already on a spiritual path and listening deeply for the still small voice, Rev. Dr. Kate McLennan began to ponder these questions: Why do bad things happen when you know... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
From Homeless and Pregnant to Successful Small-Business Owner: Woman Reveals Story in New Book
If she were anyone else, Tawanna Thacker would have simply given up. Grinding poverty, sinister abuse, and becoming pregnant at a young age added up to a seemingly insurmountable hurdle to success. But Tawanna survived. And she’s written down her story in a new book that’s giving hope... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Damaged Goods, the Christianity - Christian Life - Women's Issues Book from Lynchburg, VA Author Pastor Lewis L. Tucker Jr.
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Damaged Goods: The Restoring Power of The Father's Love by Pastor Lewis L. Tucker Jr., which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback cream in the Christianity - Christian Life - Women's Issues category is available worldwide on book... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Contending With Horses, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Autobiography Book from Surrey, BC Author Bob Wahl
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Contending With Horses by Bob Wahl, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Autobiography category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Suffering - A Path of Awakening, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Inspiration & Personal Growth Book from Ashland, OR Author Shellee Rae
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Suffering ~ A Path of Awakening: Dissolving the Pain of Incest, Abuse, Addiction and Depression by Shellee Rae, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback cream in the Inspiration & Personal Growth category is available worldwide on... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Going from the G Spot to the "O" My God Spot, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Sexual Instruction Book from Belmont, NS Author Gilles Tougas
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Going from the G Spot to the "O" My God Spot by Gilles Tougas, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Sexual Instruction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes &... - May 16, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Water & Energy: Can They Mix?
New Book Explores Water in America and How Washington’s New Energy Policies are Missing the Looming Water Crisis - May 15, 2009 - Island Press
ThumbPeople Announces Its Imprint Ministry
ThumbPeople establishes its Imprint Ministry to fund church ministries. - May 15, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
The Golf Fanatic's Guide to Hawaii Named Finalist in National Indie Excellence Awards
The Golf Fanatic’s Guide to Hawaii was named a finalist in the travel guides category of the 2009 National Indie Excellence Awards on May 11. The book, released by Hot Tub Publishing, is an all-color guidebook to the top 50 publicly accessible courses in the Aloha State. “We’re... - May 14, 2009 - Hot Tub Publishing
Self Publishing Author Earns Over $100,000 in Just Six Months with Outskirts Press
In the wake of new stories about traditionally published authors earning “six figure advances” Outskirts Press author Gang Chen earns six figures in six months and keeps all his rights, which means he can earn another six figures in another six months, long after a traditional advance would be gone. - May 13, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Should Immortality be Reserved for the Rich and Powerful?
New Political Action-Drama The Last Generation to Die by Marc L. Paulsen explores the potential abuses, benefits and risks of immortality. - May 12, 2009 - Stance Publications
Online Book Publicity Company Substance Books to Exhibit at BookExpo America 2009
Canadian online book promotion company to present at BookExpo America for fourth year. Substance Books offers affordable book publicity and online book marketing services for authors and independent publishers. - May 12, 2009 - Substance Books Online Book Publicity
Perfect Seduction is Top of the Agenda for Cash-Strapped Couples
With money still tight and the long warm evenings approaching, many couples have ditched the meals out and trips to the cinema in order to save their pennies and are finding more saucy ways to occupy their time, thanks to a new guide which helps men master the art of seduction. - May 12, 2009 - Where the World Meets Ltd, t/a DragonCub.com
Endangered Species Day is May 15, 2009
Educational picture books from Sylvan Dell Publishing teach children conservation and the importance of protecting the world’s wildlife - May 11, 2009 - Arbordale Publishing
SPOC: For Publishers, It's Not About Pointy Ears
As people gear up for the opening of the new Star Trek movie and boldly go where no one has gone before with a much younger Mr. Spock, self-publishers are looking forward to their own SPOC (minus the pointy ears). In this case, SPOC is the Self-Publishers Online Conference (SPOC), which is designed to connect entrepreneurial authors with publishing resources. At the conference, aspiring authors are encouraged to "Live Long and Publish!" - May 11, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces On The "Horizon," the Latest Highly-Anticipated Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic Book from Mesquite, TX Author Chris Macone
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published On The "Horizon" by Chris Macone, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback cream in the Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for... - May 10, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Immoral Conception, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ General Book from Missouri City, TX Author Ruthie Tate
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Immoral Conception by Ruthie Tate, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 Paperback cream in the Fiction/ General category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - May 10, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Coughlan Companies Awards $25,000 Grant to St. Paul Tutoring Program
Coughlan Companies, which includes Capstone Publishers and Mankato Kasota Stone, Inc., is awarding a $25,000 grant to the East Side Learning Center (ESLC), one of the largest and most successful year round tutoring programs serving children in kindergarten through 4th grade in St. Paul, Minn. In... - May 09, 2009 - Capstone
New Book "Briefs for the Reading Room" Targets Bathroom Readers
Marvcorp Publishing announces the publication of "Briefs for the Reading Room," a collection of micro-novels. Author Dan Marvin is targeting bathroom readers with his second novel. The micro-novel format allows for a variety of genres, as well as 'fabricated factoids' and 'questionable quotations' which makes Briefs must reading for the bathroom reader in your house. - May 07, 2009 - Marvcorp International
iUniverse Author Featured in Newest Podcast
iUniverse Author Travis Moody Discusses Finances and Faith - May 07, 2009 - iUniverse
Death of a Cozy Writer Wins Agatha Award
Midnight Ink title by G. M. Malliet wins prestigious award for Best First Novel. - May 07, 2009 - Llewellyn Worldwide
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of My Word is My Bond by Paul Weinberg
This memoir delves into the hardships and history of turn of the century immigrants, Jewish cultural values and the phenomenon of anti-Semitism. It tells the story of a warm, loving family and how they cope with crises, overcame obstacles, and flourished in their new homeland. - May 07, 2009 - iUniverse
5 New Book Marketing Packages Answer Self Publishing Authors Needs
As publications like The New York Times and the Wall Street Journal legitimize self-publishing, authors are still left with the burden of marketing a book after publication. New book marketing packages like those offered by one of the leading self-publishers, Outskirts Press, can help authors with their promotional efforts. - May 07, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Self Published Author Gives Practical Tips on Preventing Spread of Viral Diseases
Health Lifelong Project is a self-published book that presents preventive and natural measures in warding off diseases and viral sicknesses like the swine flu. - May 06, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
ThumbPeople Helping Families Affected by Swine Flu School Closings
ThumbPeople, Inc. supports preschool families and responds to school closings due to the Swine Flu. - May 06, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Does Open Source Need Individual Donations to Survive?
In a recent survey by Packt Publishing, 70% of software developers said that they have donated time, money, or both to open source projects. - May 06, 2009 - packtpub.com
iPhone Apps Now Available for the Very Youngest of Children
The first 10 MobiStories are now available as iPhone and iTouch Apps. Developed for children ages 1-9 and endorsed by parents and educators, MobiStories builds the excitement for and instills the love of books and reading for pre and early readers. - May 05, 2009 - Still Motion Media
Self-Publishers Learn Secrets of Selling Lots of Books in a Down Economy at Upcoming Virtual Conference
The book-publishing industry is changing and aspiring authors are looking for answers. The Self-Publishers Online Conference (SPOC) is designed to connect entrepreneurial authors with publishing resources, and encourages people to "Live Long and Publish!" This three-day virtual event will feature expert speakers and an online exhibit hall for book industry vendors on May 13, 14, and 15, 2009. - May 04, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Dusty Sandals, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Historical - Ancient Civilizations Book from Littleton, CO Author Rod Beach
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Dusty Sandals: The Demise of the Mayan & Anasazi Civilization by Rod Beach, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback cream in the Historical - Ancient Civilizations category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces How to Prepare Your Body for Biological and Chemical Warfare, the Latest Health Book from Bellingham, MA Author Jo-Ann Daniel-Lemoine
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published How to Prepare your Body for Biological and Chemical Warfare: Arm Yourself With Knowledge by Jo-Ann Daniel-Lemoine, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback cream in the Health category is available worldwide on book retailer... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces A Spark in Time, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction Book from Fort-de-France Author Linette Bruno
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published A Spark in Time by Linette Bruno, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $12.95. The... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Unstoppable Confidence, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Self Help/Personal Growth Book from Dallas, TX Author Astrid Harris
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Unstoppable Confidence: A Life-Changing Workbook by Astrid Harris, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 8.5 x 11 Color Paperback in the Self Help/Personal Growth category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Growing Up Cape Cod, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Autobiography Book from Yadkinville, NC Author Stan Sweetser
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Growing Up Cape Cod by Stan Sweetser, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 Paperback cream in the Autobiography category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces The Gift, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Stress Management Book from Fort Myers, FL Author Robert Allen Fahey, Ph.D.
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Gift: Success Through Positive Mental energy by Robert Allen Fahey, Ph.D., which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback cream in the Stress Management category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Grace, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Children's Book from Troy, OH Author Daphane Carnes
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Grace by Daphane Carnes, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback cream in the Children's category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $12.95. The... - May 04, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
ThumbPeople Launches Thumbuddy Club Preschool Curriculum
ThumbPeople, Inc. launches Thumbuddy Club preschool curriculum acclaimed for building self worth in children. - May 03, 2009 - ThumbPeople, Inc.
Self Published Book Gives Readers 101 Strategies for Staying Healthy
Dr. Richard French offers medical reminders for the average household in his self published book Prescription for Better Health. - May 03, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog Donates $500 to Rolling Dog Ranch
Frankie, the Walk ‘N Roll Dog donates a portion of April book sales to Rolling Dog Ranch. A wonderful sanctuary that takes in disabled animals and let’s them live a full, happy life on a ranch in Montana. - May 02, 2009 - Joyful Paw Prints Press, LLC
Announcing I Lost My Job and I Liked It. Six Weeks from Job Loss to Published Book.
Oprah-inspired 1.9-million-view YouTube phenomenon Lilou Mace uses Law of Attraction to write and publish book on finding a dream job within six weeks of being sacked, launching dream career in the process. - May 02, 2009 - Juicy Living Publishing
Labour Day: Let Lulu.com Help You Research Your Next Job
Whether you have a job or are looking for one, Labour day can be the right day to find books to give you fresh ideas about your career and Lulu.com, the marketplace for digital content on the Internet, with over 1.1 million published titles is where to find them. Looking for ways to enhance your... - May 02, 2009 - Lulu Enterprises Ltd
Amite High School Students Meet Author for Literary Mentor Experience --"Idol-Style"
Cool story surrounding Amite High School and its three-year relationship with Louisiana novelist, Vicki Allen. While not known as an academic powerhouse—one teacher has described the school as suffering from “white flight”—two Amite High School English teachers and Allen have worked together to enrich the students literary curriculum through special book-related tours and face-to-face meetings. - May 01, 2009 - Magnolia Publishing
Self Published Author Looks at Recession in the 1980s
A professor breaks free from the comforts of a secure life and joins the dog-eat-dog world in the self-published book, Another Sort of Life. - May 01, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Indie Graphic Novel Publisher Releases Graphic Novel on the iPhone and Google Android
Team Red Star is pleased to announce its release of the adaptation of The Red Star to the iPhone and Google Android. They have partnered with iVerse Comics which is a digital comic company that produces digital long form comic books for the iPhone, iPod Touch and Google Android. The iVerse Comic Reader Software is easy to use. Simply choose between sliding, cross-dissolving or curling between frames. - April 30, 2009 - Archangel Studios
CogWheel Press Announces Author John McCormick to Attend Book Signing
Book signing by author John McCormick to take place at Parnassus Books in Kethcikan, AK May 1, 2009. - April 30, 2009 - CogWheel Press
Outskirts Press Announces Lords of the Streets, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction Book from Conley, GA Author James Campbell
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Lords Of The Streets by James Campbell, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $17.95. - April 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces How to Effectively Conduct a Spiritual Assessment and Grow in the Anointing of God from Spring Hill, KS Author Dr. Jean-Pierre Mavungu, PhD.
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published How to Effectively Conduct a Spiritual Assessment and Grow in the Anointing of God: Spiritual Assessment: A Series of Studies of the Principles of Healing and Deliverance (Vol. 1) by Dr. Jean-Pierre Mavungu, PhD., which is the author's most recent book to date. - April 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces The Intercessor, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ Suspense Book from Teaneck, NJ Author Charles R Bembry Jr.
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Intercessor by Charles R Bembry Jr, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Fiction/ Suspense category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price... - April 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Latest Imaging Techniques for Managing Diseases and Disorders
Positron emission tomography (PET) allows clinicians to image organ function and is especially useful in, locating areas of high metabolism, staging cancer as well as monitoring response to therapy. While medical professionals use computed tomography (CT) to image the anatomy of the body. Together... - April 30, 2009 - Thieme Publishers
A Visual Guide to Diagnosing Neurologic Disorders
One of the greatest challenges facing by both trainees and seasoned physicians diagnosing a neurologic condition is making accurate links, between their factual knowledge of anatomy, with their more subjective findings of a patient’s signs and symptoms. Anatomic Basis of Neurologic Diagnosis,... - April 30, 2009 - Thieme Publishers