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Cambridge Books Releases Paperback Edition of “A Ghost of a Chance”
"A Ghost of a Chance" book 1 in the Shannon Delaney cozy paranormal mystery series by Elizabeth Eagan-Cox was first released in e-book version last summer. This week, Cambridge Books (Cambridge, MD) released the paperback copy of "A Ghost of a Chance. - February 05, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
Haynes Bridge Publishing, LLC Has Released "A Hearing for Jim Thorpe"
A fictional hearing is held to determine the guilt or innocence of legendary sports hero Jim Thorpe, who was dishonored after winning two Olympic gold medals at the 1912 Stockholm Summer Games. - February 05, 2009 - Haynes Bridge Publishing, LLC
Liberty States Fiction Writers Announces Writing Challenge
Liberty States Fiction Writers Mayke It Happen Challenge Begins February 1, 2009. (No, that’s not a typo in Mayke. The deadline for completion is May 31.) Write your personal “Great American Novel” in the LFS Writers Mayke it Happen Challenge. - February 05, 2009 - Liberty States Fiction Writers
New Ballet Poetry Book
Cedar Crest Books announces the publication of Soldiers of Beauty, a poetry book dedicated to the world of ballet. Every poem celebrates some aspect of ballet whether it is from the point of view of the dancers, the lovers of dance or the lovers of the dancers. The book is also thoroughly... - February 04, 2009 - Cedar Crest Books
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Dark Currents by Arthur F. Temple
“Holed up” in his apartment for nearly two years due to his deteriorating health, Arthur F. Temple kept a journal of his thoughts during this time of severe depression and in this book of poetry shares his journey to the deepest, darkest recesses of his mind. - February 04, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Reflections on the War of the Willing by Frederic N. Rounds
Reflections on the War of the Willing is a thought-provoking, emotional collection of one man’s daily journal entries from 2003 to 2005 that chronicle his views on the Bush administration’s invasion of Iraq and the conflict in Afghanistan. Daily writings on the flimsy rationale for war and the heightened emotions shared by millions who disagreed with the American choice to invade Iraq are a poignant reminder of the struggle that rages on in the Middle East today. - February 04, 2009 - iUniverse
Young Adult Novel, “The Profile,” Perfectly Captures the "Yes You Can!" Zeitgeist of a New American Era
Australian Author Gregory Victor Babic (http://gregbabic.com) has just had published his first young adult novel, “The Profile,” by new US publisher All Things That Matter Press (http://AllThingsThatMatterPress.com) and it perfectly captures the "Yes We Can" attitude of new American President Obama's exhortation to US citizens that "Change can happen." - February 03, 2009 - Gregory Victor Babic
WagFest Seattle Presents Longtime Host of the Ha-Ha Tuesdays and Host of BET’s One Mic, Ralph Porter
Longtime Seattle resident, Bonnie Calloway of Bonnie Calloway Enterprises is bringing more than 100 independent publishers, authorpreneurs, comedians, small business owners, musicians back to Seattle, Washington to participate in WagFest Litertainment’s Networking Extravaganza, this, March 13-15, 2009. - February 02, 2009 - WagFest Group
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Moons of Desire by T. Mayu Bogollagama
The heartfelt, tender words of author T. Mayu Bogollagama in his collection of 21 love poems, Moons of Desire, is a dedication to the kindness and generosity shown during the life of the late Princess Diana. Through his poetry, Bogollagama hopes to display his sincere belief in the need for benevolent acts through every existence. Proceeds from book sales will be donated to orphanages worldwide. - February 02, 2009 - iUniverse
Michael Miller Releases "What Happened to the Girl I Married?" - One Man's Journey Into His Wife's Life at Home - Published by Dog Ear Publishing
"What Happened to the Girl I Married?" is released by author Michael Miller. What does she do all day? That was the question Michael Miller and his fraternity brothers at work often asked themselves about their stay-at-home wives. Their ignorance about what seemed like a simpler life at home shielded them from seeing or hearing the realities of it. Embarking on a quest to find the girl he married 'lost in that life' Miller finds out the hard way just how very wrong they had been. - February 01, 2009 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Website Showcases Christian Book Videos
ChristianBookVideos.com has launched as The place to preview inspirational reads. Book videos are multimedia presentations similar to movie trailers. Now Christian book readers can find exciting new authors and books in one convenient location. - February 01, 2009 - Christian Small Publishers Association
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Good Food in Mexico City: A Guide to Food Stalls, Fondas and Fine Dining by Nicholas Gilman
Local foodie, Nicholas Gilman’s, recently published guide, Good Food in Mexico City: A Guide to Food Stalls Fondas and Fine Dining provides all of the information you will need from food stalls to high-end dining spots, including food descriptions, maps and helpful tips to assist you in finding exactly what you’re looking for, in your area and within your budget. - February 01, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Mexico City: An Opinionated Guide for the Curious Traveler by Jim Johnston
This travel guide is written by a longtime resident of Mexico City, who knows the place inside and out. It offers thorough, entertaining information about where to stay, what to do, and where to eat. Detailed walking tours take you through the most interesting parts of the city, many of which are not found in standard guide books. - February 01, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Diana Agafya by Jacob Emery
Diana Agafya, named after this thrilling novel’s central character, follows the backstabbing, jealous staff of a nightclub and brothel in the dark alleys of Moscow. Diana, lured to the club under false pretenses and forced into working at the brothel, stirs up a slew of emotions among those at the club, raising the tension until a climactic ending full of jealous rage and criminal activity. Author Jacob Emrey’s new work intrigues even the most dedicated fans of novels dealing with illicit crime. - February 01, 2009 - iUniverse
The Call to Shakabaz Wins Mom’s Choice Awards for Book and Audio Book
The Mom’s Choice Awards have just announced that The Call to Shakabaz by Amy Wachspress is a Silver Award Recipient 2009 in the Juvenile and Young Adult Fiction category. Simultaneously, the audio book of The Call to Shakabaz, produced by Legacy Audio Books, Inc. of Cincinnati, Ohio, received... - January 31, 2009 - Woza Books
CSIRI Director Andi Bowe and Author Presents Another New Book: A New Paradigm: Design by Teams
CSIRI Director, Andi Bowe, gives lulu.com publishing rights to a few of her latest books. Available on her Storefront at lulu.com/anuradhe and soon in the Google and Amazon search engines, the ISBN Number is 978-0-557-03151-1. - January 31, 2009 - Computer Social Impact Research Institute, Inc.
John Morabito Releases Two New Books About a Young Man Making His Way Through the Sixties - Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Two new books - The Lower Farm and The Upper Lake - are released by author John J. Morabito addressing the challenging Sixties. - January 31, 2009 - Dog Ear Publishing
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Into the Fire: a Season of Navy Football, Fortitude and Faith by John Owen
iUniverse would like to announce the release of Into the Fire: A Season of Navy Football, Fortitude and Faith by John Owen. - January 31, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of A Wish in Time by Laurel Bradley
In a romance story that teaches two couples the meaning of love, Laurel Bradley’s award-winning A Wish in Time tells the intriguing tale of an 18th-century mother-to-be, a modern-day New Yorker dreaming of a child, and an old witch who switches these two women’s lives. This original and thought-provoking novel ushers these women down a path of self-discovery where they learn to adapt to the new worlds they now inhabit. - January 31, 2009 - iUniverse
Atomic Pop Art Decides to do It Their Way
Small Press comic book publisher has decided to go out side the mainstream channels and distribute their own products. - January 31, 2009 - Atomic Pop Art Entertainment, LLC.
New Volume from Ghost to Coast Features Tours and Haunted Locations Across America
Both Ghost to Coast books are available at http://www.lulu.com. - January 31, 2009 - Ghost to Coast
Author Publishes First UK Recession-Proof Job Hunting Book
Writing a book for a newcomer can be a daunting task especially if there is very little time during your busy schedule to put pen to paper. A first-time author managed to write a book and publish it with a month. Find out more. - January 31, 2009 - Brian Simms
One House Left Standing: a Book of Poetry
Author Ryan Fredric Steinbeck announces the release of One House Left Standing, his fourth book of poetry. It is now available for purchase online and in all bookstores. One House Left Standing is a vulnerable collection of poems about love, loss, fear, disintegration of family, and the state of... - January 30, 2009 - Ryan Fredric Steinbeck
Celestine Publishing Released Fifth Book in the Principles with Promise Series for The Doctrine and Covenants of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Celestine Publishing announced the publishing of its fifth book in the Principles with Promise series; this time a concordance cataloging more than eight hundred principles found in The Doctrine and Covenants of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. - January 30, 2009 - Celestine Publishing, LLC
Job Seekers Must Learn to Sell Themselves During an Interview
A new book, The Art Of Effective Job Interviewing , explains to job seekers how to get a job in a difficult economy. It teaches job seekers how to interview using consultative sales techniques and how they can influence the hiring decision. They learn to uncover job opportunities, contact the hiring manager, obtain an interview and how to sell themselves during the entire interview process. Visit www.effectivejobinterviewing.com. - January 30, 2009 - Effective Job Interviewing
Sky Pirates of Valendor Comes to a "Crashing Close"
Independent Comic Book Miniseries releases its final issue. - January 30, 2009 - Jolly Rogue Studios
Laurel House Authors Publish Welcome to Grandparenting as Guide for Baby Boomers
Laurel House announces the publication of Welcome to Grandparenting, a resource for Baby Boomer grandparents. As a company, Laurel House is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families and is developing a line of books and materials to aid parents and grandparents in raising the next generation. Laurel House and its authors are advocates of positive family interactions and the strengthening of relationships. - January 29, 2009 - Laurel House
2012 The Symphony - A Compelling New Novel Finds Meaning Behind Credit Crunch
In these challenging times defined by the credit crunch, stock market collapse and economic uncertainty, a brilliant and captivating new novel places our current woes within the context of a long-standing universal plan. - January 29, 2009 - 2012 The Symphony
Author Self Publishes a Book on President Obama as a Global Inspiration
Xlibris author Philip Ephraim self publishes a book on President Barack Obama’s rise to power and how his story inspires not only the Americans but also people from different countries. - January 29, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Asta Publications Announces, An Act of Forgiveness, the Highly Anticipated Children’s Book from Author, Lily L. Ratliff
Asta Publications releases, "An Act of Forgiveness," written by Lily L. Ratliff in March 2009. The paperback will be available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $12.95. - January 29, 2009 - Asta Publications
Fabricated Tales Rock the Memoir Writing World: National Association of Memoir Writers Sheds Light on the Dilemma
The National Association of Memoir Writers is concerned about the increasing number of false memoirs rattling nerves in the publishing community as well as with publishers and agents. The fabrications are casting a shadow of shame and disbelief on memoir writers and those who are passionate about the genre. Authors who were about to submit a memoir for publication are worried about being welcome any longer in the publishing world. How much will memoirists have to “prove” their story? - January 28, 2009 - Linda Joy Myers
Stories for Children Magazine to be Featured at Blog Talk Radio on "The Writing Jungle" Hosted by Lea Schizas
VS Grenier and Donna McDine of Stories for Children Magazine will be Lea Schizas’s guests at Blog Talk Radio on Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at 7:00 pm EST - http://www.blogtalkradio.com/Lea-Schizas. VS Grenier is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of Stories for Children Magazine and SFC... - January 28, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
Selena's Latest Book Aims to Inspire
From the Heart Photos and Poetry by Selena Millman. - January 27, 2009 - Selena Millman
Is the eBook Coming of Age?
Is 2009 finally the year that the eBook comes of age. For too long it has been regarded as the spotty faced upstart but now with slicker software and greater distribution channels it appears to have finally grown up. - January 27, 2009 - Caffeine Nights Publishing
Author Tim Dodge Releases Novel ‘Acts of Desperation’ as a Podcast
Debut novel is available for free on the Internet. - January 27, 2009 - Tim Dodge
Chester the Chesapeake
A children's book about a popular retriever: penned by the physician who makes philanthropic rounds. - January 26, 2009 - Barbara Ebel MD author
New Book: MicroCurrent for Horses (and Other Vital Therapies You Should Know) by Deborah Powell
MicroCurrent for Horses (and other vital therapies you should know) focuses on low level electrical stimulation and other complementary therapies for improving injury recovery, reducing injury recovery costs, injury prevention, and optimizing performance. Fully illisustrated with drawings, pictures, and charts. Matrix Publishing 280 pgs. 2008. $89.95. - January 26, 2009 - Matrix Therapy Products Corp.
New Book "Your Health in the Information Age" by Peter Yellowlees MD Featured on ABC, Fox TV, and All Books Reviews
"Your Health in the Information Age” is an exciting new book that shows patients how they can work more closely with their doctors by using the internet effectively. 10 million Americans search for health information on the Internet for themselves or for loved ones every single day? 40% of Americans are able to email their doctors, but 80% want to do this. Available from www.InformationAgeHealth.com, Amazon and many online bookstores. - January 26, 2009 - Peter Yellowlees MD
New Author Releases First Book of Poetry That Evokes a Dark and Suicidal Journey
Blaque Lyric delves into the poetry market with I’m Afraid of the Dark, a Print-on-Demand Book Available at Amazon.com and Create Space. - January 26, 2009 - blaquelyric.com
Books by Askin Ozcan Gaining International Popularity
Askin Ozcan is a new name in the international literary market. His recently published five books in different genres, are becoming popular globally and attracting the interest of the world media. His sixth book will be out in February 2009. - January 26, 2009 - Askin Ozcan
Speak with Confidence This Year
A critical element of success today in any field of endeavour is the ability to speak effectively in any situation, e.g. on the platform, in groups, one to one with your boss etc. The ability to express your ideas confidently and clearly is a highly respected skill. - January 24, 2009 - Clear Publishing Ltd
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of The Caregiver’s Choice by Elaine Long
This powerful and valuable resource offers solid, uplifting advice in a compelling way as it presents the simple truths caregivers need to focus on in order to maintain a peaceful life despite the burden of caring for loved ones who cannot care for themselves. - January 23, 2009 - iUniverse
The Labyrinth Group Launches Their New Metaphysical Book & Music Publishing Division
Labyrinth House Publishing officially launches into 2009 with the contract signing and four CD release of the highly popular, Dragon Ritual Drummers. - January 23, 2009 - The Labyrinth Group, LLC
Mystery Author Gets Cozy with the Paranormal
Author Elizabeth Eagan-Cox is taking the concept of the cozy G-Rated mystery novel into the Paranormal community. And the Paranormal community has responded favorably. - January 23, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
Published Book Features President-Elect Obama as the Choice of the World
A self-published book author publishes an analysis of different worldwide undertakings and statistics pointing to the fact that President Obama is not only president of the US, but of the world. - January 22, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
The Little Insanity - Adult Commercial Fiction - Coming Soon
This new release, from March Books (slotted for publication by March 31, 2009), will take adult audiences by storm. - January 22, 2009 - march books
Nightsweats in Bigelow Hollow - YA Fantasy - Coming Soon
This new release, from March Books (slotted for publication by March 31, 2009), will be a joy to young adults everywhere. It is the first in a series that is bound to captivate audiences. - January 22, 2009 - march books
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Forever Pleasure by Theodore R. Eastman
John Seeger, a young technician in 1986, is transported into a whirlwind journey through space and time in the new novel, Forever Pleasure, A Utopian Novel. The author, an aerospace engineer who has worked in deep space exploration and artificial intelligence himself, guides readers through John’s exposure to fantastic scientific innovation and his involvement with powerful female characters that challenge the novel’s hero romantically. - January 22, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Veined by Geoff Feiling
In this moving book of poetry, Pittsburgh native Geoff Feiling conveys his heartfelt messages of hope about multiple aspects of life from post 9-11 America, his musical and literary heroes and the hope of the general self’s end to, be it personal crisis, artistic endeavor and bettering, and rebirth of the general self. - January 22, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release Aqualine by Paul Brown
Fiction meets reality in P.K. Brown’s exciting new novel, Aqualine: A Renewable Energy Thriller. Scientist Adam Harlow uncovers the stolen formula for a water-based replacement for gasoline, while an oil tycoon lures him into a dangerous situation that forces Harlow into a poignant struggle between renewable fuels and the desperate attempts by Big Oil to retain control of the world’s energy supply. - January 22, 2009 - iUniverse