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Author Sharon Hays Introduces a Terrifying Murder Mystery Sequel in the "Mysteerie Manor Series"
"Mysteerie Manor II," an eerie murder mystery by Sharon Hays, continues the chronicles of a diabolical mansion’s connection to paranormal and criminal activity. - July 09, 2011 - Roja Records
Michael Earle – Architect of Life Starts a Single Step to “A Mountain to Climb”
A Mountain to Climb is an inspirational and motivational story of life memoir set in the 1960s and 1970s in England, and features a hazardous adventure on Timor while on a mission to carry out geological research for Earle’s PhD thesis. Michael Earle – Architect of Life Starts a Single... - July 09, 2011 - Michael Earle
Sound Light Ascension Expo in Louisville, KY, USA, September 24 & 25, 2011 Jonathan Goldman, Keynote Speaker
The Sound Light Expo in Louisville, KY will draw people from around the world to gather September 24 & 25, 2011. They will serve and celebrate the spirit of all in the Light Community and on the planet. Jonathan Goldman, sound pioneer, Grammy finalist and author is the keynote presenter. The event takes place at the Ramada Conference Center, 9700 Bluegrass Parkway, Louisville, KY. - July 08, 2011 - Sacred Journeys
Indie Authors Splashing Down with the Mermaids of Mercon
August 12th and 13th The Mermaids of Maui will be hosting the first Annual Mermaid Convention and Awards Ceremony at the Mirage Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Among the usual fare of retailers to be found at this event and the not so usual finned guest attending and performing, you’ll... - July 08, 2011 - K.L.Parry-Author
Bibliotastic.com Launches New Competition for Ebook Reviews
Bibliotastic.com is running a competition for reviews of its free ebooks. First prize of an Amazon Kindle 3G will go to the most insightful comment/review. - July 08, 2011 - bibliotastic
Doppelgangers, Dangers and a Damsel: Parallel Lives Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated action and adventure fiction book from St. Petersburg, FL, author Martin Gwent Lewis. - July 08, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Chicago’s Drug Wars: Big Business and Body Bags Published by Outskirts Press
Author Lincoln Peters reveals the internecine wars of Chicago’s lucrative drug business and tells the fascinating, but ultimately tragic tale of Johnny Howell, a poor uneducated man just hoping, like many in his neighborhood, to make some easy money. - July 08, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Author: Dr. Harriet Forman Launches Website
Author of book on nursing and significant issues with modern medical care in US hospitals launches website to promote book and newest literary venture. - July 07, 2011 - harrietsbookshelf.com
Alchemy Productions Provides Exciting Review for Nettfit Publishing About Their New Parkinson’s Disease Book "Looking Down the Barrel"
Alison Litton of Alchemy Productions provides exciting review of a new Parkinson’s disease book "Looking Down the Barrel" by author Richard Secklin. This memoir is an extraordinary journey of a man who, after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s, feels his world and his identity has been destroyed. Tempted to end his life, he turns his back on himself and God and then through a series of events sees the gift of his personal journey through new eyes of Compassion. - July 06, 2011 - Nettfit Publishing
Exciting New Novelist Emerges in the Crime Thiller Genre - D K Thomas - eBook Out Now
D K Thomas has published a crime fiction novel set in the fictional British City of Ellroy. Catch his work while it is fresh and undiscovered at a bargain price now on Amazon. - July 06, 2011 - D K Thomas
Celebrate MLB All-Star Week with "The Home Run Alphabet," the Largest Collection of Home Run Terms Ever Assembled
New "Ducks on the Pond" baseball book by award-winning author R. Scott Murphy contains nearly 1,000 ways to portray these powerful plays. "The Home Run Alphabet" is the centerpiece of the book. It is proving popular with media and baseball fans. - July 05, 2011 - Ducks on the Pond
Dedicated to a Lady, Dr. Claus Publishing Presents the New Release of, To Thee I Sing, the Rose Poems, a Book of Roses and Love
Dedicated to a Lady, Dr. Claus Publishing presents the new release of, To Thee I Sing (paperback, 978-1-61497-000-2), a 32 page cornucopia of beautiful roses enrobed in velvety soft layers of pure love written by Dr. Claus. - July 05, 2011 - Dr. Claus Publishing
Lesbian Activist Debuts First New Book in Decades
Groundbreaking feminist writer Chocolate Waters will publish her first book in over three decades with Poets Wear Prada, it was announced today by Roxanne Hoffman, Publisher and Senior Editor. Written for anyone who has loved and lost, queer, straight, male or female, "The Woman Who Wouldn't Shake Hands" will be released as a trade paperback this summer. Waters, the "Poet Laureate of Hell's Kitchen," is one of the first openly lesbian poets to publish in the U.S. - July 05, 2011 - Poets Wear Prada
Rowe Publishing Announces the Release of the Curse of Senmut a Journey Into Egypt’s Past — Unravel the Secret of Gold Hidden by Senmut, Queen Hatshepsut’s Lover Long Ago
Sisters from Kansas announce the release of The Curse of Senmut featuring archaeologist, Ardis Cole who uncovers an ancient mystery in Egypt where she finds herself drawn into a modern action tale of hatred, murder, and revenge. - July 05, 2011 - Rowe Publishing
Deep Brain Productions Releases Three New Book Titles
Deep Brain Production announces the availability of three new book titles on Amazon and other online booksellers. - July 04, 2011 - Deep Brain Productions
Savant Books Announces Release of G. Amati's New Novel, "Ammon's Horn"
Savant Books and Publications LLC, Honolulu, Hawaii, publishers of significant books and enduring media for the 21st Century, announces release of G. Amati's irreverently satirical futuristic novel, "Ammon's Horn." - July 04, 2011 - Savant Books and Publications LLC
High School Can be a Very Frightening Place for Teachers as Well as Students
A high school in Northern California is the setting for Bloom’s Desk, the debut novel by Jeffrey Littorno who happens to be a high school teacher himself. - July 04, 2011 - Win/Win
RAIMAZ Publishing to Publish First Novel – Convergence 2012 by Robert R. Ricks
RAIMAZ Publishing has just completed a deal with author Robert R. Ricks to publish his novel Convergence 2012 - July 15th 2011. - July 04, 2011 - RAIMAZ Publishing
Book Reveals Inside Story Behind Success of London Pirate Radio Station KISS FM
The inside story behind the success of KISS FM, the former London pirate radio station, is revealed for the first time by Grant Goddard in his new book "KISS FM: From Radical Radio To Big Business" published 1 July 2011 by Radio Books. - July 03, 2011 - Radio Books
Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Linda Valderrama R.D.H. and her debut children's book “Brush Barry Brush” all month long in July 2011. Linda Valderrama R.D.H. has over 25 years experience as a dental hygienist. She has treated patients from ages two to one... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Author Clayton Paul Thomas Joins the Stories for Children Publishing July ‘11 World of Ink Virtual Tour
Stories for Children Publishing will be touring Author Clayton Paul Thomas and his book, “Tantrums, Troubles, and Treasures: A Parent Guide to Parenting in the 21st Century” all month long in July 2011. Clayton Paul Thomas has worked with kids for about 16 years from three different... - July 03, 2011 - Stories for Children Magazine
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson's Best-Selling First Novel Released on Kindle
Vickie Britton and Loretta Jackson announce the Kindle edition of their very first novel, Path of the Jaguar. This novel has been a popular favorite and has sold in hardback, paperback and large print both in the United States and abroad. - July 03, 2011 - Britton Jackson
Publication of Dark Gothic Poetry Volume
Amara-Celine McKenzie is pleased to announce the release of the poetry volume “New Hell,” available on Amazon.com in both printed and Kindle editions. “New Hell" is a book of dark gothic poetry. It deals with a variety of subjects, including dark romance, suicide, devil... - July 03, 2011 - Amara-Celine McKenzie
Creative Print Publishing July 2011 - Action - Unpublished Fiction Authors Print Ready Competition
Creative Print Publishing Ltd have launched their July 2011 Action competition for Unpublished authors to achieve their dreams by offering each monthly winner a contract and their book in print. - July 02, 2011 - Creative Print Publishing Ltd
Louis Hillary Park’s "Wolf’s Run" Issued in Paperback as Desire Street Books Grows Support of Southern Writers
The trade paperback edition of "Wolf's Run" by Louis Hillary Park has been released and the novel is on sale at a special discounted price for the July 4 weekend at Desire Street Books website. - July 02, 2011 - Desire Street Books & Press
Garfield & Papercutz Prepare for the Holidays 2011
In May of 2011, New York publisher Papercutz released Garfield & Co. #1 and 2 to an overwhelming response. Despite the heat of summer approaching, the publisher announced this week the anticipated release of the next two adaptations of the popular Cartoon Network series – both with a... - July 01, 2011 - Papercutz
The Divine Name by Jonathan Goldman Wins Visionary Award for Best Alternative Health/Healing Book on June 25, 2011
The Divine Name by Jonathan Goldman wins 2011 Visionary Award for Best Alternative Health/Healing Book. Goldman, an internationally acknowledged sound pioneer and authority on transformative uses of sound, Grammy-nominated musician and author, received the Coalition of Visionary Resources award in Denver, CO at INATS-W June 25, 2011. The Divine Name (Hay House 2010) is a seminal work for personal and planetary transformation. - July 01, 2011 - Healing Sounds
Ocracoke's Curse - the Mystery at Teach's Hole by Mark Duffey
On November 22, 1718, Lt. Robert Maynard of the British Royal Navy defeated and beheaded the infamous pirate, Blackbeard, at Ocracoke Inlet off the coast of North Carolina. Hundreds of years later, it is said that Blackbeard’s spirit haunts the area, searching for his lost head and seeking... - July 01, 2011 - Mark Duffey
Damnation Books Released Vampire Blood by Kathryn Meyer Griffith
Damnation Books released Vampire Blood by Kathryn Meyer Griffith on 1 July 2011. "Kathryn Meyer Griffith a wife of 32 years (husband, Russell), mother (one son, James) and grandmother (two grandchildren, Caitlyn and Joshua). She was a graphic designer in the corporate world for over 20 years... - July 01, 2011 - Caliburn Press LLC
Merlin in My Pocket "Discovers the Magic" of Winning an International Book Award
With the help and creative direction of the incredible team at Creative Bube Tube, President and Founder of Merlin in My Pocket, Deborah Johnson, released her first award winning book; "Discover the Magic: A Guide to Understanding Others and YOU." - July 01, 2011 - Creative Bube Tube
Breakaway Media and Bestselling Independent Authors from Both Sides of the Pond Unite to Bring Readers a New Kind of Book Club
Nine authors form The Summer Book Club to engage readers with social media and new ebook anthology of their works. - July 01, 2011 - Breakaway Media
Pictorial Guide to Budapest – Thomas Palfy’s New Book Published
Thomas Palfy, writer-photographer’s latest collection of great photographs takes us to Budapest. Many of the attractions of the Hungarian capital are introduced to the reader through a series of pictures and comments. This album is the latest one in the Postcards from… series and is available both in English (Postcards from Budapest) and in Hungarian (Budapesti kepeslapok). - June 30, 2011 - Thomas Palfy
Uneak Press, Inc. Releases Sociopolitical Thriller “Wednesday’s Child” By J. A. Carlton
Uneak Press, Inc., is pleased to announce its latest fiction release, “Wednesday’s Child,” the first in her “Freedom Fighter” series, by Screenwriter/Novelist J.A. Carlton. - June 30, 2011 - Uneak Press, Inc.
Antediluvian Resistance Fighter: The Days of Laméch Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated historical fiction book from Baltimore, MD, author Jon Saboe. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Prostate Cancer, the Truth: The LD Chronicles Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated medical urology book from Sioux Falls, SD, author Brad Randall, MD. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Nature as It Should Be: Biodesign Out For A Walk Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated nature and ecology book from Saint Helena, CA, author Lowell Harrison Young. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
How to Build Wealth: 7 Steps to Real Estate Riches Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated real estate business and economics book from Orlando, FL, author Troy L. Peterson. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Women’s Recovery from Grief: The Longest Journey Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated family and relationships, death, grief and bereavement book from Huntington, IN, authors Janice (Jan) Holman Ballard and Allison (Cammie) Ballard. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Guide, International Lay Counselor Training Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated applied psychology book from Orlando, FL, authors David K. Carson, Ph.D., David A. Lawson, Psy. D., Montserrat Casado-Kehoe, Ph.D. and David A. Wilcox, Ph.D. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The History, Meaning and Essence: Dog Tags Published by Allen House Publishing
Allen House Publishing announces the latest highly anticipated military history book from Ft. McNair, DC, author Ginger Cucolo. - June 30, 2011 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Author Lily Hoang Finishes Stories for 20 Notable Writers
Lily Hoang asked her favorite writers to send her their unfinished stories and then offered to finish them – in their style. The result is a delightfully quirky collection of fiction as stylistically diverse as the writing submitted. - June 30, 2011 - Jaded Ibis Productions, LLC
Dr. Claus Publishing Announces the New Release of a 32 Page Children's Picture Book Called "A Gift of Love"
Inspired by hope, the new release of, A Gift of Love (paperback, 978-1-61497-001-9), by Dr. Claus Publishing, is a 32 page children’s picture book written through the eyes of a second grade student not far from ground zero on September 11, 2001. - June 29, 2011 - Dr. Claus Publishing
Brandon Wilson’s Award-Winning Adventure Tales Go Digital
Pilgrim’s Tales, publisher, is proud to announce that Brandon Wilson’s award-winning series of four travel adventure books is now also available from Amazon.com for Kindle reader and others. - June 29, 2011 - Pilgrim's Tales, Inc.
Your Time Publishing, LLC and Ellen Allen to Celebrate Armstrong Family Services at the Launch of Her Debut Novel “If You Change the Words You Change the MEANING”
Come out and enjoy an evening of literary birth with author Ellen Allen as she celebrates “If you Change the Words you Change the MEANING” and the accomplishments of Armstrong Family Services as she reads from her debut novel, and autographs your personal copies. as we savor the moment with an open buffet. - June 29, 2011 - Your Time Publishing, LLC
Climbing Higher: “Over the Top & Back Again: Hiking X the Alps” by Brandon Wilson Receives 2010 Book of the Year Bronze Award
"Over the Top & Back Again: Hiking X the Alps,” the latest travel book by über-adventurer Brandon Wilson, has been named 2010 Book of the Year Bronze Award winner (travel essay division) by ForeWord Reviews. - June 29, 2011 - Pilgrim's Tales, Inc.
Canadian Best-Selling Author Betska K-Burr Chooses India to Launch Her Next Trailblazing Book the "God" in Coaching the Key to a Happy Life
Affectionately known by Clients as “The Guru Coach™” Canadian best-selling author Betska K-Burr has chosen India to launch a trailblazing new book. The “God” in Coaching - The Key to a Happy Life sets an exciting new precedent for a rapidly evolving industry. Dr. Will Tuttle #1 Amazon best-selling author of The World Peace Diet calls The “God” in Coaching “… the bible of coaching.” For more information, please visit: http://thegodincoaching.com. - June 28, 2011 - Betska K-Burr
Creative Print Publishing Ltd Re-Releases the First Novel from Author Diana Daneri This Week
United Kingdom based publisher Creative Print Publishing Ltd is proud to announce the upcoming release of its second publication if June 2011, Kristina's Destiny by Diana Daneri. - June 28, 2011 - Creative Print Publishing Ltd
TFI Envision, Inc. Designs "A Life Shaped by Combat"
Many people imagine writing a book about their life experiences, but very few actually make the time and commitment to do so. TFI Envision had the pleasure of working with 2 extraordinary individuals on a new book called “A Life Shaped By Combat.” This book is a collaboration between... - June 27, 2011 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Donald J. Farinacci, Award-Winning Author and Publisher, Navigator Books, Announce the Publication of "The Allemagne Deception, A Novel of The Cold War"
An announcement and statement of information concerning the publication and availability to the public of the already-acclaimed novel of the Cold War, "The Allemagne Deception" by Donald J. Farinacci. - June 27, 2011 - Donald J. Farinacci
New Publisher, Poets Democracy Publishing, Announces Its Inauguration with the Publication of Two Books of Poetry
Poets Democracy Publishing issues books of poetry by Russell Streur and Taufiq bin Abdul Khalid. - June 26, 2011 - Poets Democracy LLC