Latest news releases from PR.com for iUniverse. http://www.pr.com/press-releases Thu, 24 Jul 2008 08:52:49 -0500 http://www.pr.com/images/logo_white.jpg http://www.pr.com/ 68 69 PR.com provides Free Press Release Distribution, & is a unique Directory of Businesses, Products, Services, & Jobs - in all industries. Find Full Company Profiles. © 2008 PR Worldwide, Inc. 60 http://www.pr.com/press-release/96963 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, is featuring author Gordon Page and his iUniverse title Warbird Recovery as the subject of iUniverse’s August “Author Talk” podcast. [PR.com - July 24, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/96963 http://www.pr.com/press-release/96119 Inkubook, the New Online Photo Book Builder, Allows Anyone to Collaborate and Create Drop-Dead Gorgeous Books in Minutes. [PR.com - July 23, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/96119 http://www.pr.com/press-release/96124 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, announced its top five sellers for the month of June. [PR.com - July 21, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/96124 http://www.pr.com/press-release/96058 In Election Year, New Book Ignites Discussion about Disparities between Catholic Teaching and Political Action. Roman Catholic Priest Calls on Catholics to Work for Change in Public Life. Father Michael Dolan believes passionately that “’Catholic’ is not a label to be worn, but a life to be lived.” In his new book, We Are A House Divided, Dolan contends that the connection between religious life [PR.com - July 20, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/96058 http://www.pr.com/press-release/95726 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, announced that 23 titles were awarded Reader’s Choice designation in July. To gain the Reader’s Choice designation, titles must meet several key requirements. The title must be awarded Editor’s Choice and sell a total of 250 copies. Fifty percent of these copies must be purchased through retail [PR.com - July 17, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/95726 http://www.pr.com/press-release/94969 WWII Survivor Writes Novel Based on Experiences. Characters’ Lives Depict Struggles Faced Around the World During Hitler’s Rule. Miriam Sobel knows first-hand the hardships caused by the horrific rule of Hitler during World War II. Based on many of her family’s and her own childhood experiences during the war, this author created her first novel, Worlds Apart—a fictional account of one [PR.com - July 13, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/94969 http://www.pr.com/press-release/94716 “How-To” Titles Dominate the List of Top-Five Best-selling AuthorHouse titles for June 2008 [PR.com - July 11, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/94716 http://www.pr.com/press-release/92712 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, allows authors the freedom to choose their own deal during the “Sizzling Summer Savings“ celebration. Now authors can choose between two different deals. Either: · Save $200 when purchasing the Premier Pro Publishing Package · Save $150 when purchasing the Premier Publishing Package · Save [PR.com - June 29, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/92712 http://www.pr.com/press-release/92573 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, is featuring iUniverse author Michael Mehas and his Star title, Stolen Boy, on its Web site through the middle of the summer. Mehas discusses his book and Jessie James Hollywood, one of the youngest men to ever appear on the FBI’s Most Wanted List, in his first “Author Talk” interview, available at [PR.com - June 28, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/92573 http://www.pr.com/press-release/91206 iUniverse title, The Court-Martial of Charlie Newell, by Gerard Shirar, was listed among the Kirkus Discoveries best reviews of June. iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, has consistently published titles the Kirkus Discoveries e-newsletter has featured as compelling reads. In this historical novel, a religious African-American man named Charlie Newell [PR.com - June 23, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/91206 http://www.pr.com/press-release/91152 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, announced that two titles received Next Generation Indie Book Awards. Susan Lee-Titus’ The Dancer Returns: From Victim to Victory received a gold medal for autobiography/memoir, and Skookum Maguire’s Invasion of the Bible Thumpers: Tales of the North Woods and Other Places received a gold medal for short [PR.com - June 19, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/91152 http://www.pr.com/press-release/90934 Doctor Instructs on How to Play the ‘Winning Hand’ in Life. His First Book Utilizes a Holistic Approach to Health Based on Temperament Theory. Despite the rapid advances and benefits made by medical technology in recent years, many people have become increasingly dissatisfied with modern health care. Through several decades of his practice in dermatology and internal medicine, Dr. Richard J. Ferrara became [PR.com - June 19, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/90934 http://www.pr.com/press-release/90607 “The Gift that Heals” Remains Among Top Sellers for the Fifth Consecutive Month [PR.com - June 17, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/90607 http://www.pr.com/press-release/90172 Book an Extended Stay in a World of Passion with Hotel Romance. Strong, hard-working, and devastatingly handsome are three traits the Marshall brothers have in spades. But the similarities stop there. In Hotel Romance, a new novel by Sandie Thomas, readers delve into the lives of these three men and their tough yet tenderhearted mother. As they endure grief and find true love, their dynamic personalities come to light, [PR.com - June 14, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/90172 http://www.pr.com/press-release/90177 Author Sends Powerful Message of Beauty and Dignity to Young Girls in First Novel. In a time where appearance and “sexiness” is marketed so heavily to young girls—even as young as nine or ten—the pressure is on for them to have a certain image in order to be accepted by their peers. Motivated by the alarming success of this trend, particularly novels targeted to young girls involving bad language, [PR.com - June 14, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/90177 http://www.pr.com/press-release/89631 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, announced that four of its titles received 2007 ForeWord Book of the Year awards. The ForeWord Book of the Year awards were created to showcase independent publishing companies and their authors. This contest relies on librarians, readers, and booksellers to critique each book’s overall value for its genre while [PR.com - June 11, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/89631 http://www.pr.com/press-release/88514 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services and supported self-publishing company, extends savings to authors with “A Daddy of A Deal” tribute for Father’s Day. · Save $200 when purchasing the Premier Pro Publishing Package · Save $150 when purchasing the Premier Publishing Package · Save $100 when purchasing the Select Publishing Package To take advantage of this [PR.com - June 05, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/88514 http://www.pr.com/press-release/87775 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, announced that 16 iUniverse titles have received 2008 Independent Publisher Book Awards. [PR.com - May 31, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/87775 http://www.pr.com/press-release/87599 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, has awarded six titles with Publisher’s Choice designations within the past two months. Publisher’s Choice awards are presented to titles that have previously received the Editor’s Choice award and have met both marketing and cover-design standards. These newly awarded titles are then placed in local Barnes [PR.com - May 30, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/87599 http://www.pr.com/press-release/86790 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, is featuring iUniverse author Martha Barnette and her Editor’s Choice title, A Garden of Words, on its Web site starting May 22. [PR.com - May 24, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/86790 http://www.pr.com/press-release/86598 Action Novel Reveals True Way of the Ninja. While summer blockbusters pay homage to superheroes with unbelievable powers, the reality is that secretive warriors with seemingly supernatural abilities exist among everyday people. They are ninjas, skilled in an ancient, deadly art. The Dark Angel immerses readers in the shadowy world of Ninjutsu in a tale that tackles cogent topics, from terrorism to socioeconomics to the [PR.com - May 23, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/86598 http://www.pr.com/press-release/86612 New Novel Explores Boston Teen’s Overnight Hero Status, Quest to Stay in the Limelight. Stephen Ball’s ‘Headline’ Offers Thrilling Plot about Fame at Any Cost. With a society that prizes celebrity and a media that creates an obsession for the latest news, real-life do-gooders are not only quickly pulled from the limelight, but are also forgotten by the public. It is before this backdrop that [PR.com - May 23, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/86612 http://www.pr.com/press-release/86221 iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company announced that ten iUniverse titles have received honorable mentions in the 2008 Eric Hoffer Award contest for best new writing. The awards are named in honor of the late American philosopher Eric Hoffer, and recognize writers and independent books of exceptional merit. Titles are generally chosen from those published through [PR.com - May 20, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/86221 http://www.pr.com/press-release/85446 Sensible Stock Investing is a Must-Have Guide For New Millennium Investors. David Van Knapp cracks the code for greater investment return in a tough market. “Sensible Stock Investing is a pragmatic approach to help you, as an individual investor, pick, value, and manage your stocks for the long view." – Business Strategies Magazine In Sensible Stock Investing: How to Pick, Value, and Manage Stocks, [PR.com - May 16, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/85446 http://www.pr.com/press-release/85171 New Short Story Collection Combines Stirring Plots with Awe-Inspiring Alaskan Wilderness. Action, Emotion of Alaskans Unfolds in Stunning Natural Settings. It is the pristine beauty of the backcountry of Alaska that provides both contrast and complement to the creative storylines in award-winning author Tanyo Ravicz’s new book, Alaskans. The stunning landscapes of this remote and beautiful place serve not only as [PR.com - May 15, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/85171 http://www.pr.com/press-release/85260 Fiction Writer Puts Modern Twist on Titanic’s Legendary Fate. Author Utilizes Suspense, Intrigue and Mystery in an Epic Thriller. Nearly one hundred years after the catastrophe, people around the world are still intrigued by the events leading up to the ultimate destruction and sinking of the historic ship, Titanic. Wanting to engage readers in a present-day story fabricated from the legendary ship, author V.C. [PR.com - May 15, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/85260 http://www.pr.com/press-release/84781 Renowned Instructor Takes Yoga From the Mat into Everyday Life. Book Provides Insight into Philosophical Aspects of the Ancient Practice. We can easily loose the innocence and wonder of our childhood in the hustle and bustle of everyday life. One tried and true method of regaining that wholeness has been steadily increasing in popularity—yoga. In order to provide this large and rapidly growing market with more [PR.com - May 11, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/84781 http://www.pr.com/press-release/84444 The iUniverse titles "Witness" by Bill Blais and "Corporate Governance" by Eric Yocam and Annie Choi were featured among the best-reviewed books of the month in the May issue of Kirkus Discoveries. iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company, has consistently published titles the Kirkus Discoveries e-newsletter has featured as compelling [PR.com - May 08, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/84444 http://www.pr.com/press-release/83767 From the Hills of Harlan, KY Comes a New Voice and an Eastern Kentucky Coming-of-Age Story. Most men will describe the events in their lives, few share the associated emotions. In his fictionalized autobiography, The Blistered Cat, Chuck Bianchi reaches deep into his heart to craft a rare and powerful portrait of a teenage boy’s consciousness. Drawing liberally on all five senses, he conjures images of the past as [PR.com - May 04, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/83767 http://www.pr.com/press-release/83759 Introducing a Breakthrough Manual for Resolving Organizational Challenge. Exploring: Using 2x2 Matrices for Analyzing Situations Provides Effective New Troubleshooting Model for Business. In her new book Exploring: Using 2x2 Matrices for Analyzing Situations international business expert and program director Ruth Williams has created a unique model for assessing the root causes of failure in any organization. Exploring [PR.com - May 04, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/83759 http://www.pr.com/press-release/82538 Thrilling new book exposes the truth behind Operation Desert Storm. Military historian Richard S. Lowry tells the real story of America’s first war with Iraq. [PR.com - April 26, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/82538 http://www.pr.com/press-release/82527 English Teacher Explores Adventures of Piracy Through Female Eyes; Historically Based Novel Reflects on Female Issues Present Today [PR.com - April 26, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/82527 http://www.pr.com/press-release/82476 Attendees of the 13th Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (April 26-27) will have the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of the self-publishing industry from iUniverse the leading book marketing, editorial services, and supported self-publishing company. With more than 130,000 people expected to attend the event, iUniverse will be an exhibitor at the festival, which takes place outdoors on the University of [PR.com - April 25, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/82476 http://www.pr.com/press-release/80089 Sounds Like Teen Spirit Strikes Chord with Music Fans. New Book Examines Link between Creative Influence, ‘Copycats.’ Music lovers everywhere will be fascinated by Sounds Like Teen Spirit: Stolen Melodies, Ripped-Off Riffs, and the Secret History of Rock and Roll. In this fun, fact-filled jam session of a book, pop music writer Timothy English combines well-known cases of music “copycats” with [PR.com - April 25, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/80089 http://www.pr.com/press-release/82323 Three iUniverse titles, Brief Flights by Frederic A. Alling, Harmony Hall by Ric McGee, and Broken Glass and Other Stories by Herbert Spohn, were listed among the Kirkus Discoveries best reviews of April. [PR.com - April 24, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/82323 http://www.pr.com/press-release/81278 What Happens When You Chase a Dream, No Matter the Cost? New autobiography delves into the unbelievable experiences of an aviation enthusiast “You only have one life, live it to the fullest.” “Follow your dreams!” We hear those words all the time, but how many people actually chase their dreams, and succeed? How many people chase their dreams, knowing that it could kill them in the process? In [PR.com - April 18, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/81278 http://www.pr.com/press-release/80463 Fifty iUniverse titles received finalist honors in the 2007 Reader Views Literary Awards. iUniverse, the leading book marketing, editorial services and supported self-publishing company, had the most finalists of any print-on-demand publisher. [PR.com - April 12, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/80463 http://www.pr.com/press-release/80178 Historical Novel Poses Timeless Questions of War and Peace, Friendship and Love. When America finds itself on the brink of war with a foreign nation, citizens are forced to take sides. Friends and families split as they debate the pending conflict. Some believe America must step in to save innocent civilians from a tyrannical government. Others believe the U.S. government is using brute force to strengthen its position [PR.com - April 11, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/80178 http://www.pr.com/press-release/79382 iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has provided its authors with the “Get a Great Return on Your Investment” publishing special until the end of the tax season. The specials include an offer of receiving up to 60 free paperback books. The promotion is valid through midnight, Central Time, Apr. 15, 2008. Authors will receive the following deals from iUniverse [PR.com - April 05, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/79382 http://www.pr.com/press-release/78920 Renowned novelist Adrienne Wolfert delivers compelling drama yet again in The Beautiful Wife, a trio of classic novellas. “A stunning achievement. A great read.” – Mary Webb, author of The God Hustlers Prize-winning poet and novelist Adrienne Wolfert introduces the world to three unique and compelling American women in a new collection of historical fiction novellas, The Beautiful Wife. Each of [PR.com - April 03, 2008] iUniverse http://www.pr.com/press-release/78920