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Performance Phenom Sheds Light on Audiobook Narration at Upcoming Conference
Mary Jane Wells is a UK voice talent and performance transplant who brought to life the audiobooks that inspired the award-winning series Downton Abbey. With another 11 audiobook projects being published this year, and a world class entertainment career behind her, Mary Jane will be an expert... - October 15, 2013 - Voices.com
LJM Publishing, LLC Reaches Milestone with the Release of Janice Limb Myers' 37th Children's Book
LJM Publishing, LLC, a Dallas-based publishing company assisting self-publishing authors, has reached a new level of books published with a single author as they publish the 37th children’s book by Janice Limb Myers. - October 14, 2013 - LJM Publishing LLC
Mystery Novelist Releases Latest Thriller
Award-winning author Martin Roy Hill’s latest mystery thriller, EMPTY PLACES, is now available in both print and Kindle ebook from Amazon.com. Hill’s latest entry into the thriller genre takes the reader back to the mid-1980s as the United States clawed its way out of the worst... - October 14, 2013 - Martin Roy Hill Author
Mosaic Paradigm Group, LLC Releases Author Cynthia L. Knight’s Novel "Whyte Chocolate"
A fiction novel that explores the relationship between two sisters and the difficulties they face following the sudden death of their parents. - October 14, 2013 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Dr. Angela Chester New Book Exposes the Emotion of Breast Cancer, Stories of Survivorship Increase
For Women Diagnosed with Breast Cancer, Increases in Rates of Success Become More Important Than Ever Before. Women reaching women is an important step in the healing process. - October 13, 2013 - Angela Chester International
InterVarsity Press Author, Mark Van Steenwyk to Speak at Free Event in Lancaster, PA
InterVarsity Press Author Mark Van Steenwyk, will be speaking at a free event on October 18th, at Cafe One Eight in downtown Lancaster (Pennsylvania), starting at 7pm. Mark will be discussing his role in intentional community and his new book, "The unKingdom of God," which released in... - October 13, 2013 - The Community Haus
Former Resident Pens Debut Mystery Novel
D.A. Lampi, a graduate of New York University and The new School for Social Research and former resident of Fishkill, NY pens mystery novel set in the ficitonal "Rochester Forensic Center for the Criminally Insane," in Rochester, Minnesota. - October 11, 2013 - D.A. Lampi
Poets Wear Prada Re-Issues Poet Efrayim Levenson’s "Dances with Tears": Classic Chapbook Makes Comeback with POD Edition
Poets Wear Prada announced print-on-demand re-issue of 2007 classic out-of-print chapbook "Dances With Tears" by poet Efrayim Levenson to follow his recently released "Funhouse." Described as a collection of "heartfelt psalms" ["Small Press Review''] and "a blast of Hasidic bebop ecstasy [Fishbane], "Dances With Tears" takes readers on a walk along a path a spiritual discovery. The new edition available November features cover art by publisher Roxanne Hoffman. - October 11, 2013 - Poets Wear Prada
Music Executives Release New Updated Book Giving Up-Coming Artists a Competitive Advantage in Music
Authors, A. Jaye Grant and Lo Rene now release worldwide, a practical easy guide to understanding the steps it takes to get noticed in the music industry. This book helps the reader to see their dream to stardom become an obtainable reality. - October 11, 2013 - Lo Jaye Publishing
Bottom of the Hill Publishing Presents Author Herb Marlow’s Novel Series Minister Wanted
Minister Wanted is a Christian fiction book series that explores the life and adventures of a minister on a mission to transform lives by leaving his current church behind to establish a church of believers out West. - October 11, 2013 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Nevada Author Releases New Historical Women’s Fiction – "The Divorce Ranch"
Nevada author, Catherine MacDonald is pleased to announce the release of her new historical women’s fiction novel, "The Divorce Ranch." - October 11, 2013 - Catherine MacDonald
New Fantasy Science-Fiction Novel Just Released - "The Time Walker" (Heartstone Series Book Two)
Author Karl J. Morgan is pleased to announce the release of his second book in the Heatstone Series, "The Time Walker." This new fantasy/science fiction novel is due out in October 2013. Keedu and his army of dark mages have fled after their defeat at the hands of Bill Marshall in... - October 11, 2013 - Karl J Morgan
Nobel Peace Laureate Jody Williams to Discuss Memoir, Nov. 20
UH Graduate College of Social Work Professor Shares Personal Story - October 11, 2013 - University of Houston
97-Year-Old "Survivor" Tells His Story
Barry Friedman, M.D., a 97-year-old World War II Medical Officer on the U.S.S. Russell has written a gripping book, "Survivor" about his experience. - October 10, 2013 - Barry Friedman, M.D.
Prolific Imagination Publishing Announces “Up, Up In The Air” Book Release
Announcing the book release of “Up, Up In The Air” published by Prolific Imagination Publishing Author and Sole Proprietor Adrian Powell is enthused by the book’s insightful premise. - October 10, 2013 - Prolific Imagiantion
Brave Stallion Publishing's "Breath of Life" Offers Just That for Struggling Families
Author Donald Stidham releases his debut novel "Breath of Life" on Amazon and Createspace.com. "Breath of Life" is a Real Christian Novel. - October 10, 2013 - Brave Stallion Publishing
Brownstone Poets Presents Patricia Eakins, Nicholas Johnson, and Chad Parenteau, Saturday, November 2 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant
Brownstone Poets presents Patricia Eakins, Nicholas Johnson, and Chad Parenteau, Saturday, November 2 at 2:30 p.m. at Park Plaza Restaurant in historic Brooklyn Heights. Enjoy the varied menu at this affordable family-run diner while listening to great poetry. Poetry grows in Brooklyn Heights and... - October 10, 2013 - The Brownstone Poets
De Sales Press Launches New Book: "1001 Questions to Ask Before Having a Baby"
New book promises to prepare future parents for the delights and disasters that come with delivering and raising a child. - October 09, 2013 - De Sales Press
Local Author to Sign E-Books at House of Java
Phil Sanderson, an author from Greenville, will conduct an e-book signing to be hosted by the House of Java cafe in Prattville, Ala. He will be present at the café Saturday from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. to read excerpts from his breakout thriller, "2018: An Uncivil War," and pose for... - October 09, 2013 - Phil Sanderson
For Those Too Busy to Slow Down, This is the Book to Get and It’s Free for a Limited Time - Free on Kindle October 7 Through October 9
“In His Footsteps: How I Gave My To-do List to God and Got More Done, More Sleep and Less Stress” will be available for free from October 7 to 9 on Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004K1F0ZA). This book, by author Margaret Agard, and published by Parker Wentworth Publishing is... - October 09, 2013 - Parker Wentworth Publishing
Solstice Publishing Releases Author Margo Bond Collins’ Novel "Waking Up Dead"
"Waking Up Dead" is a paranormal mystery novel that follows the quest of a ghost to solve the crime of another murder victim. - October 09, 2013 - DGT Book Promotions, LLC
Moonrise Press Announces the Publication of “The Desert Hat” - Poetry by Ed Rosenthal, Poet-Broker Who Survived Six Days in the Mojave Desert
Moonrise Press is pleased to announce the publication of a volume of poetry inspired by a six-and-a-half-day ordeal of Ed Rosenthal, a Poet-Broker, who survived after being lost in the Mojave Desert in September 2010. An experienced hiker, he veered far away from his usual route and could not find his way back. After the rescue, he wrote 36 poignant, lyrical and hallucinatory poems about his harrowing experience. With an introduction by Ruth Nolan. Published in October 2013. - October 08, 2013 - Moonrise Press
Rob Goldstein Author of "51 Colors" Book Launch Party
Please join Rob for the "51 Colors" Launch Party Wednesday October 16, at Stitch in NYC. - October 05, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
New Poems by Efrayim Levenson from Poets Wear Prada Take the Reader on a Three-Day Journey of Cranial Amusement
Roxanne Hoffman, publisher at Poets Wear Prada, announced today publication of “Funhouse” by poet Efrayim Levenson. “Funhouse” is collection of poems written while Levenson listened to the music of guitarist Buckethead. “This project was a lot of fun! I hope Buckethead likes it, ” said Levenson. "Funhouse," is the poet's second book project with Poets Wear Prada. In 2007, the Hoboken-based press released “Dances With Tears,” a "blast of Hasidic bebop ecstasy" [Brooklyn poet Craig Fishbane]. - October 05, 2013 - Poets Wear Prada
Minnesota Author Releases New Suspenseful Thriller Novels – The Garbage Collector Series
Author, Justice Gray is pleased to announce the first book in her Garbage Collector Series entitled, Moochers in Crime: A Dirk and Patsy Story. - October 05, 2013 - Justice Gray
Chilean English-Language Media Group Recognises Canadian Author
Chile's largest English language online and print news service reviews Andrea Carter's Chilean-based novels. The news portal states that Chile continues to inspire her to write novels set in their country even after she returns to Canada. - October 04, 2013 - Andrea Carter
New Author Reaches Best Seller Status in Multiple Genres. How Did He do It?
The breakout author of several new titles in the past year reveals how topping multiple bestseller lists in different genres is unique and unexpected. “My first book, 'Study Abroad: The Book of Jobe,' I honestly published for the sake of re-uniting with my friends who I lived overseas with,” Leonard says. “The night the book launched I remember looking on Amazon and seeing it at number one, I was astonished.” - October 04, 2013 - Jobe Leonard Books
Glagoslav Publications Authors Are to Make Appearance During the Frankfurt Book Fair 2013
This year Glagoslav presents two prominent authors of Russian literature who have made an outstanding contribution to modern writing. - October 04, 2013 - Glagoslav Publications
New Novel by Susan Mary Malone Hits Bookshelves This Month
“I Just Came Here To Dance” is the Latest Novel by Award-Winning Author and Editor - October 04, 2013 - Malone Editorial Services
Book Publicity Services is Now Offering 25% Off All Public Relations Packages
BookPublicityServices.com promotes authors through media exposure, press releases, and social media. They are offering 25% off all public relations packages for the month of October 2013. - October 03, 2013 - Book Publicity Services
Scope e-Knowledge Center to exhibit at Frankfurt Book Fair 2013
Scope e-Knowledge Center, a leading provider of content enhancement and knowledge services, has announced that the company will be exhibiting new and enhanced solutions at the upcoming Frankfurt Book Fair, October 9 to 13, 2013. Scope is pleased to invite potential publishing partners to Stand M68 in Hall 4.2 to meet its content management consultants and learn more about its most-recent offerings. - October 03, 2013 - SPi Global
New Release: Literary Horror Novel "Do I Bother You At Night?"
Indie Author Troy Aaron Ratliff's debuts his first novel "Do I Bother You At Night?" published in print and as an ebook. - October 02, 2013 - Troy Aaron Ratliff
Halloween Give-Away from T. A. Bradley and Barren Hill Publishing
T. A. Bradley and Barren Hill Publishing are happy to be giving away the e-book edition of "Relic of the Damned: Complete and Unabridged" for the entire month of October. - October 01, 2013 - Barren Hill Publishing
The Northern Force Book Four
David Erickson’s book 4 of his five books "Northern Force Book Series" was published on September 3, 2013, through Lulu Press (lulu.com) as an e-book. On September 5, 2013, Amazon and Kindle also published Book 4 as an e-book. It will be available as a paperback book by September... - September 30, 2013 - The Northern Force Book Series
New Microcerpt Platform Gaining Popularity with Indie Authors
Microcerpt.com puts authors in full control of the marketing, pricing, sampling and licensing of their works, and offers innovative ways to build readership by helping readers quickly discover new authors in a "universe of excerpts." - September 30, 2013 - microcerpt
Hasslein Books Publishes Back to the Future Chronology
The publisher's second unauthorized Back to the Future volume, by Greg Mitchell and Rich Handley, will be sold exclusively at BTTF.com until November. - September 30, 2013 - Hasslein Books
Surfers Paradise is Centre Stage for New Australian Novel
Best selling Australian fiction author, Drew Lindsay, has done it again with the release of his latest eBook “Dying in Paradise,” which within a week of release went to number 1 on the Amazon best selling list for Australian and Oceanic Drama. - September 28, 2013 - Drew Lindsay Freelance Author
The Pursuit of Fashion: Compelling New Novel Depicts Small-Town Girl’s Tumultuous Battle with Cut-Throat World of High Fashion
Written by Curtis Keith Simms, "The Pursuit of Fashion - Bon Bon, Couture & Vexatious Bitc#es" whisks readers from the serene quiet of Newfoundland to the high-stakes fashion arena of New York City. As one young girl tries to "make it" as a high fashion designer, will her career roadblocks, new friends and even the odd lover stand in the way of success? - September 28, 2013 - Curtis Keith Simms
Author Creates Never-Before-Seen Compilation, Caters to Diverse Ages and Backgrounds
Book Release and Free Kindle Promotion - September 27, 2013 - Seattle Sauce Press
Ashley Love Uses Her Tainted Past to Lead Women to an Elegant Future
In Ashley Love's first book of poetry, "Tainted Elegance: In The Key of Love," she shares the life lessons she's learned through stories of love and heartbreak. Ashley uses the experiences of her tainted past to guide women into an amazing future. Her three cherished children have helped... - September 27, 2013 - Ashley Love
It Was a Great Turnout Last Night for "Friend in Your Pocket" Author Qwana Reynolds Book Signing Event
On Tuesday, September 24 Qwana Reynolds presented her book "Friend In Your Pocket" Conversation Sessions One at “Posche Boutique” in New Jersey. The event was an intimate way for Qwana to socialize with her readers on a personal level. - September 27, 2013 - Bridget O'Brien PR and Events
Experience the Mystery and Romance of a Victorian Sensation in Megan Hussey's Newest Novel of Historical Erotica
It's a cougar story set in historical times! Victorian Sensation, the newest full-length novel from erotica author Megan Hussey, tells a tale of forbidden love; one shared between a 44-year-old Victorian shopkeeper and a gorgeous 22-year-old nobleman. - September 27, 2013 - Megan Hussey
New Release: Children’s Picture Book Series “World Adventurers For Kids”
Author M.G. Edwards' picture book series "World Adventurers for Kids" has been released in e-book and print. It features the illustrated children's books "Alexander the Salamander," "Ellie the Elephant" and "Zoe the Zebra" and a collection of all three books. - September 27, 2013 - M.G. Edwards
Indie Author and Mother of Three Publishes First Book, "the Fairies of Turtle Creek," a Chapter Book for Ages 10 and Up: Magical Realism for Middle Grade Readers
The world of self-publishing is like the wild west, and for Jill K. Sayre it is a golden opportunity. Twelve years in the making, this mother of three's dream to have her book published came true. Her goal was to get it out in time for her Dallas, Texas town's Centennial celebration which takes place in 2013-14, since the story is set there and contains local 1920s history. She inspires other writers through her new business and publishing company, Infinity Oak Books. - September 26, 2013 - Infinity Oak Books
Christopher Columbus's Controversial Identity Revealed Columbus Day in New York City
Upcoming Columbus Day lecture at New York's Kosciuszko Foundation claims to expose "censorship, invention and mysteries" in the long contentious history of Christopher Columbus. Was Christopher Columbus the secret Portuguese son of an exiled Polish King? - September 26, 2013 - Association Cristovao Colon
Dr. Jane Penelope Johnson Recently Recognized by America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Dr. Jane Penelope Johnson of Lexington, Kentucky has been a member of America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals for nearly a decade. Most recently, she has been named Industry Leader of the Year and has been inducted into the America's Registry Roundtable for her outstanding contributions and... - September 26, 2013 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Latest Release from the Best Selling Author of the Angel Digest Series
Best selling author and spiritual healer, Paul Spremulli, adds to his list of spiritually-inspired works with his latest title, “Destination Oneness.” Described as “a guide to spiritual peace, happiness, and universal understanding,” Spremulli once again offers his unique brand of inspirational guidance that can be applied to all of humanity. No matter where a person is in their spiritual journey, Spremulli’s “Destination Oneness” will benefit them greatly and provide lasting, uplifting results. - September 26, 2013 - Angelnook Publishing
New Book Provides Powerful Tool for Church Leaders to Build Discipleship Plan
In his new book, "Innovating Discipleship: Four Paths to Real Discipleship Results," author Will Mancini offers a practical framework that moves the discussion beyond existing models and best practices. Instead of touting a new model for every church to adapt, Mancini provides a simple and powerful tool that guides church leaders, step-by-step, into the freedom and confidence found in designing a unique, effective discipleship approach for a specific time and place. - September 25, 2013 - Auxano
Nashville Author Uses Debut Book Release to Help Animal Rescue
Nashville-based author Tom Templeman's debut book "My Best Little Buddy" documents 17 years of feline friendship, with 20 percent of the book's profits to benefit Nashville Cat Rescue. - September 24, 2013 - Tom Templeman
Amazon.com & Carl Proujan Editorial Services Announce the Release of Terrorist Thriller eBook, "The Madness Analog"
Carl Proujan's new eBook, The Madness Analog follows an Israeli special agent in pursuit of al-Qaeda bio-terrorists bent on destroying America from the inside. - September 23, 2013 - Carl Proujan