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Wattpad to Embrace Open Ebook Standard
New EPUB Support Paves the Way for Vast Amounts of New Content. - September 28, 2009 - Wattpad Inc.
The Big Bad Bank: Printed Manual Released Worldwide
The big bad Bank documentary series announced the release of The Big Bad Bank, the book, in manual form to a worldwide audience. - September 27, 2009 - The Big Bad Bank
Book Signing Event Offers Thrills, Chills, Mystery & Suspense
Two local Borders Books are getting into the Halloween spirit a little early when they host book signings by highly acclaimed techno-romantic thriller author Denise Robbins. The Oct 10 signing in Concord and Oct. 24 signing in Nashua will precede a post-Halloween event at Zorvino Vineyards in... - September 26, 2009 - Denise Robbins
Woman Seeks Cure for "Wrong Men-itis" in LadyLit Press Novelist's Hilarious Debut
In LadyLit Press's newest release, The Bum Magnet, author K.L. Brady chronicles a year in the life of a woman who attracts all the wrong men. - September 26, 2009 - LadyLit Press
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
Val, a labrador retriever and Hurricane Katrina survivor who was found barely alive, was lucky enough to have found his way into a loving home in suburban Chicago. Along with his sister, Brandy, who is also a shelter dog, they recently launched their “Real Dogs with Real Tales” stories in a series of books: Brandy and Val, Brandy and Val’s Favorite Things, and Brandy and Val’s Special Story. Brandy and Val can become members of the family with accompanying tie-in plush toys (sold separately). - September 26, 2009 - Brandy and Val, LLC
New Fantasy Novel Chronicles Fate of Fawcetta
Dalian Artanian Takes Readers on an Odyssey Filled with Mystery, Deceit and Romance. - September 25, 2009 - Dalian Artanian
SFC: Families Matter Blog - Daughter-in-Law Rules Contest
SFC: Families Matter Blog http://familiesmatter2us.blogspot.com is pleased to announce the Daughter-in-Law Rules contest in conjunction with The Daughter-In-Law Rules book, written by Sally Shields, an award-winning pianist, composer, speaker, author, radio personality, and, of course,... - September 25, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
New Children's Book
Whirly, Twirly Topsy Turvy Day – New children’s book explores the frenzied pace of modern day society. - September 25, 2009 - Mahalia Solages
Rave Review for Tuxedo Press's New Book Oklahoma's Carlisle Indian School Immortals
Midwest Book Review raves: "Oklahoma's Carlisle Indian School Immortals" ...is the in-depth story of the dedicated sports players of Carlisle Indian School... accessible to readers of all backgrounds, and especially recommended for any sports player (Native American or not) seeking inspiration along the path of athletic achievement... An excellent contribution to sports or Native American studies shelves, especially recommended for college libraries. - September 25, 2009 - Tuxedo Press
Enemy in the Ranks Released
The long awaited action thriller novel, “Enemy in the Ranks” by Varinder Taprial published by Cedar books, an imprint of Pustak Mahal, New Delhi, India has been released and is now available to buy online. A racy, thrilling novel, set against the background of the Navy, it has all the... - September 25, 2009 - Social Chakras
Author Conducts the Ultimate Internet Marketing Experiment by Giving Away His Free Book
Horror writer Darren G. Burton has decided to give away copies of his novel “Scarecrow” absolutely free in a bold bid to reach a million readers of the book by the end of 2009. The novel is being distributed free of charge as an eBook (downloadable PDF). He has specified that people... - September 25, 2009 - Darren G. Burton
Are You Ready for the Revolution - The Self-Made-Man Generation
Birth of a character called “K” representing the Self-Made-Man Generation. He will live on the Website www.smmgeneration.com for a period of only 2 years. In that period of time, “K” will put out 8 different songs, available to be downloaded for free from that Website and a book called: Complete Freedom of Choice. This Generation is about self achievement and Complete Freedom of Choice. This project is produced by Mother Nation. - September 24, 2009 - Mother Nation Publishing
Ireland’s First E-Book Store Opens for Business with Over 150,000 Books Available
Irish Company launches new website on to cater for the rapidly expanding demand for eBooks worldwide. - September 24, 2009 - Directebooks Ltd
iUniverse Releases Top Ten Best Seller List for August 2009
Figures Based on Point-of-Sale Data from Major U.S. Booksellers - September 24, 2009 - iUniverse
Celebrate the Arrival of the Autumnal Equinox September 22
It's that time of year again. Fall has arrived in all her exuberance and Sylvan Dell wants you to join in on the festivities of Autumnal Equinox with Fran Hawk's new title, Count Down to Fall. - September 24, 2009 - Arbordale Publishing
Library of Horror Presents: The Black Act by Louise Bohmer
The Black Act, debut dark fantasy from Louise Bohmer, is now available from Library of Horror: https://www.createspace.com/3399491 - September 24, 2009 - Daverana Enterprises / Esoteric Writings
When the Buddha Met Bubba Released Today
When the Buddha Met Bubba is an enlightened southern comedy about hope, transformation and second chances. Publishers Weekly said of the novel, "[It] establishes a solid sense of character and place, and funny anecdotes woven throughout add charm." - September 23, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Author and Execution Coach, Anna McCoy to Host Woman Act Now Connect-Working Meeting in DFW Metroplex
Woman Act Now is a movement of execution by women nationally and internationally who want to learn the art of getting life done. Coach Anna McCoy, Chief Encouragement Officer of Woman Act Now, an online and chapter-based organization is hosting a Woman, Act Now Connect-Working Monthly Meeting, September 25, 2009, at 6:30 PM at the estate of Anna and Richmond McCoy. Coach Anna will teach on “Closing the Execution Gap” from her newest book release, Woman, Act Now. - September 23, 2009 - Act Now, Inc.
Your Life Summed Up in a Race Horse’s Name
Caballo Press of Ann Arbor announces plans to publish a unique book that asks horsey folks to sum up their lives in a race horse’s name. - September 23, 2009 - Rudolph Alvarado
Stories for Children Magazine Announces Stanley Bookman Spooky Sounds Young Author Contest Winners
Recently, the Stories for Children Magazine mascot, Stanley Bookman, posed the challenge to their young readers to write their own story about the spooky sounds you hear at night, in the backyard, or when you are camping. The entries received were all quite good and the editorial staff have poured... - September 23, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
Creators from Iconic Appear at Local CA Store
Members of the Comicbook Artists Guild, and contributors to Iconic graphic novel are scheduled to appear at local California comic book store. - September 23, 2009 - Comicbook Artists Guild
New Christian Book Exposes Subtle Faith Killers
The Voice magazine editor Jennifer LeClaire has released her second book, "Doubtless: Faith that Overcomes the World." - September 23, 2009 - Jennifer LeClaire Ministries
Dallas Author and Spirituality Expert Debuts Top Praised "Spirit Thinking" in Spirituality and Self-Development Genre
Advocate USA, in cooperation with Amazon brings, "Spirit Thinking: Your 30 Guide to An Enlightened Life" by Dallas Spirituality Expert Reece Manley to Public as Self Help, Self Development Book - September 22, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Author Writes Next Novel Online
William Todd Rose, author of the experimental horror novel "Shadow of the Woodpile," announced today that his next project will be released in a series of online blog posts. The first draft of "Albatross", a story dealing with a man caring for his terminally ill mother and the... - September 22, 2009 - Fetid Press
Former Pro Wrestling Referee, Turned Evangelical Minister, Authors Book on Surviving Child Abuse and the Destructive Temptations of the Pro Wrestling Industry
In his life, Tim Hicks has done a lot of things that most people would consider to be out of the ordinary. Most notable, perhaps, is the twenty-five years he spent as a referee, manager and promoter in the professional wrestling field. These days, he has added two new endeavors to his resume... - September 20, 2009 - T.R. Hicks Enterprises, LLC
Single Parents Create: Author Publishes Book… Despite Lack of Qualifications
British author Stephen Mark Parry (Pen-name Suzanne Marcuslee) has astounded his peers by writing his first book despite being a single parent with no formal qualifications and living on welfare benefits before publishing it on Lulu.com, the online marketplace for digital content. Mr. Parry seized... - September 20, 2009 - Stephen Mark Parry
Sound Authors Radio Show Releases Interview with Kathryn Lasky and Wayne Gratz on blogtalkradio.com/soundauthors
Blog Talk Radio network broadcasting Sound Authors, a live interview talk radio show, features New York Times award-winning author Kathryn Lasky. - September 20, 2009 - Sound Authors
Launch Date Set for October 15 for Spirit Thinking: Your Guide to an Enlightened Life
Advocate USA, LLC, is proud to have arranged publishing of Spirit Thinking. Details at SpiritThinking.Net. - September 19, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Inspirational Talk Show Host Releases New Book
How to Create Real Wealth: A Practical and Spiritual Guide for Women, written by Shamarion Whitaker, was recently released by Author House Publishing. How to Create Real Wealth offers a prudent perspective for creating success by investing in things money can’t buy. Making investments in personal and spiritual development is the central theme of the book. - September 19, 2009 - New Beginnings For Women of Houston
Bram Stoker Award Winner Mike Oliveri Launches New Horror Fiction and Graphic Novel Series, The Pack
Will produce original horror fiction and graphic novels for print and digital media. Special Kindle edition of the first fiction book in the series, "The Pack: Winter Kill," will be released in October, followed by a trade paperback edition in November. - September 19, 2009 - Evileye Books
September 19th is International Talk Like a Pirate Day
Yo-ho-ho, mateys! Talk Like a Pirate Day is September 19th. If you just can’t get enough of those men o’ the sea and their swashbucklin’ ways, then join Sylvan Dell Publishing in celebrating this international holiday with Lucy Nolan’s fall release, Mother Osprey: Nursery Rhymes for Buoys and Gulls. - September 19, 2009 - Arbordale Publishing
Transaction Publishers Announces, Cold War in the Congo by Frank Villafaña
It is widely acknowledged that Congo became an East-West battlefield during the first half of the decade in the 1960s, yet the participation of Cuban exiles in the struggles is rarely noted. In this absorbing volume Villafaña details the contribution made by Cuban exiles to the preservation... - September 19, 2009 - Transaction Publishers
Author Josh Swiller to Address Adelphi University on October 29, 2009
Adelphi University is pleased to invite Josh Swiller, author of the University’s First Year Reading Program choice, “The Unheard: A Memoire of Deafness and Africa,” as he details his transformative two-year experience volunteering for the Peace Corps. The event will take place on Thursday, October 29, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in the Adelphi University Performing Arts Center (AU PAC), Concert Hall, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. - September 19, 2009 - Adelphi University
The First
View life thru the eyes of America's First Black Serial Killer. - September 18, 2009 - PatientMan ProDuctions
Doctors Reveal Link Between Periodontal and Cardiovascular Health in Self Published Book
Doctors Robert Kulacz and Thomas Levy explain the enormous impact of oral health on one’s overall wellbeing in self-published book, The Roots of Disease. - September 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Bread of Life Author Winner Torborg Encourages Everyone to Speak Right Words
Your words are more important than you might think. They will come back and effect you too so watch what you say. - September 18, 2009 - Bread of Life International Ministries
Jeweler Self Publishes Book on the Craft and Art of Costume Jewelry
The Xlibris release, The Fabulous 50s: Florenza Art Hollycraft, is a book of the business in jewelry making authored by Dorothy Fenwick. - September 18, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Disabled, Low-Income Single Mom Publishes Clean Science Fiction for Young People
Dannis announces, Home Is Not Home: Home Is... Series Vol.01. Adia, a scientist. Ryonne~, the Emperor's most skilled diplomat. War engulfs 13 galaxies, and only Adia can stop it-if she can learn to control the balky Cube of White Light. Therapeutic Science Fiction. No Profanity. No Graphic Sex. No Sickening Gore. Main characters with good morals strengthened by faith. Good examples for young adults. Available in trade paperback, hardcover, and eBook formats. Also, T-shirts, mugs, etc. - September 17, 2009 - DanniStories
Transaction Publishers Announces a New Book Which Unveils the Effects of the Armenian Genocide
A Perfect Injustice (Transaction Publishers, 2009) unearths new incriminating evidence about a long-censored mass murder and theft which occurred in Armenia. - September 17, 2009 - Transaction Publishers
Crossing Twice Rewrite Focuses on Answering Questions About Afterlife
Established Spirituality Expert Reece Manley's Personal Death Experience to Bring Common Answers to Questions of What Happens When We Die. - September 17, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
Wagfest International Networking Mixer Comes to Atlanta, Georgia in October
In the spirit of successful entrepreneurs and self-made individuals, Wagfest personifies the notion that a person can turn a little bit into a lot. Wagfest is the only cross-industry International Networking Mixer of its kind. - September 17, 2009 - WagFest Group
2010 Nautilus Book Awards Now Open for Submission
The Nautilus Book Awards are now accepting submissions for its 2010 awards. This is the 10th year that the Nautilus Awards has bestowed honors to print and audio books that promote spiritual growth, conscious living and positive social change. - September 17, 2009 - Nautilus Book Awards
Lo Gap Media Sending Out Review Copies of Revealed Evil
Fresh from the printers, Kats Tales: Journeys into the Velvet Darkness - Volume 1 Revealed Evil is being sent out to reviewers. - September 16, 2009 - Lo Gap Media
Wattpad Adds Social Features and Improvements to Its iPhone Application
New Version of Widely Popular “YouTube For Ebook” is Now Available on the App Store. - September 16, 2009 - Wattpad Inc.
Convert Your PDF’s to ePub eBooks in Minutes Using the New ‘PDF to ePub’ Software Wizard
DNAML, an eBook technology house has announced the release of a software called ‘PDF to ePub’. Publishers, authors, conversion and design houses can now convert an unlimited number of PDF eBooks into the industry standard ePub format in just six simple steps. - September 15, 2009 - DNAML Pty Ltd
Living with the Myth of Janis Joplin. The History of Big Brother & the Holding Co.
Written by Michael Spörke and English translation by Sam Andrew Publisher: Lulu.com ISBN-10: 1409284999 ISBN-13: 978-1409284994 Spörke’s biography narrates, from the beginning in 1965, each Big Brother member’s life story. Where they each came from? What are their roots? How they see their time with Janis Joplin? What they experienced after their Janis time? - September 15, 2009 - Michael Spörke
Boston Red Sox Featured in New Johnny Denovo Mystery, The Green Monster
In this, his second published case, Johnny Denovo’s hired by a bio-tech mogul facing a bizarre form of blackmail and a disruptive pattern of corporate espionage. Within hours, Johnny’s drawn into a mirrorscape of secrets and half-truths. He soon discovers a cabal exploiting a venerable Boston landmark as part of an even more sinister plot. Can he defeat the Green Monster? - September 15, 2009 - Andrew Kent
Hospice to Host Comic Book Show
Superheroes For Hospice is hosting their 2nd Comic Book Show on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Saint Barnabas Health Care System Corporate Building, located at 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange. All proceeds will support the patients and families of the Saint Barnabas... - September 15, 2009 - Superheroes for Hospice
Author Releases Novel One Sacred Crown About Crown of the Andes
Author Linda Ferreri releases novel One Sacred Crown about legendary Crown of the Andes. Real Crown is center of new museum exhibition. Author Linda Ferreri has published One Sacred Crown about the Crown of the Andes, a famous work of art. Kings and heads of state around the world admire the Crown... - September 15, 2009 - Linda Ferreri
RealTime Publishing are Delighted to Announce the Releases of the Second in a Series of Five Sci-Fi Novels by Author Sam Smith
RealTime Publishing author, Sam Smith, releases "towards the unMaking of Heaven, Happiness: a Planet." - September 15, 2009 - RealTime Publishing, Inc