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Just About Books Internet Radio Talk Show Announces the Winner of the Book Award for Best Fiction – Cheryl's Choice for 2008
Cheryl Robinson, Executive Producer of the Just About Books Talk Show, one of the most popular literary radio talk shows, announces the winner of the Book Award for Best Fiction-Cheryl's Choice, The Knees of Gullah Island by Dwight Fryer, a sophomore author from Memphis, Tennessee. The Just About Books Talk Show focuses on quality books for African American book lovers, and the winning book was chosen for both quality and popularity. It is a timeless story of love, loss, hope and rebirth. - January 22, 2009 - JustAboutBooksTalkShow.com
YourBookTube - Where Book Videos Sell Books
Nightengale Media LLC Launches YourBookTube - January 21, 2009 - Nightengale Press, A Nightengale Media LLC Company
Stories for Children Magazine Announces Its Second Annual Granny Awards
Stories for Children Magazine will celebrate its Second Birthday on April 1, 2009. It has been another year full of growth, thanks to their many contributors. Without them, there would Not Be a Stories for Children Magazine. The Editorial Staff at Stories for Children Magazine will be recognizing... - January 21, 2009 - Stories for Children Magazine
Aliens Participate in Princeton’s Independent Local Author Afternoon
Princeton Public Library’s Independent Local Author afternoon took on an extraterrestrial theme, when Faiz Kermani beamed in to give a reading from his fiction book, "My Alien Penfriend.” - January 20, 2009 - Faiz Kermani
Dixon-Price to Reprint Canoeing Classic
Dixon-Price Publishing will publish a new edition of The Rob Roy on the Baltic, a classic Victorian canoeing voyage by John MacGregor, author of the seminal book A Thousand Miles in the Rob Roy Canoe, the bestselling book of 1866. Publication date has been set for Feb. 15, 2009. MacGregor's voyage... - January 20, 2009 - Dixon-Price Publishing
Like the Many Facets of a Diamond
Pennsylvania writer releases short story anthology. - January 19, 2009 - Dragondreamz Publications
Statistics Reveal - America Loves Southern Appalachian Fiction – New Book Gaining Popularity
Southern Appalachian books have sold 25 million+ volumes in the last decade alone. A new book, “Mountain Empire” by Tom Cannon is the newest work to join the ranks of Southern Appalachian, small-town fiction. Mountain Empire will make you laugh, cry, and fall in love with the heart-warming characters in Empire. You'll hate to put the book down. - January 19, 2009 - Destiny Ministry Press
Mystery of the 6,000 Year Old Science and Art of Astrology Has Been Solved in New Book
Astromasks is the first book of its kind. By introducing the new theory of complementary pairs in astrology for the very first time ever, it probes the fundamental basics of astrology, the true meanings of the zodiac signs, and their connection to human on earth, which has never been done before in the entire history of astrology. - January 19, 2009 - Vijay Rishii
Learn Objective-C Completes Initial Trio of Apress Mac Development Books
Learn Objective-C explores programming language and is a great introduction to Mac OS X and iPhone. - January 18, 2009 - Apress Inc.
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Louis Marshall: 1856-1929 by Herbert Alpert
In Herbert Alpert’s new biography, Louis Marshall: 1856-1929, readers learn of the accomplishments of a man who dedicated his life to achieving equality and justice for his Jewish brethren. A skilled lawyer, devout Jew, and loving father and husband, Marshall championed for minority rights around the world. Through his efforts, he secured rights and dignities for Jews in America and Europe that led to many of the later advancements for them in the 20th century. - January 18, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Good Food in Mexico City by Nicholas Gilman
Resident Gastronome Publishes Guide to Cuisine of Mexico City. His Expertise Extends from Street Food to Fine Dining. "Nick Gilman's book is a treasure…There's no guide book like this." — Rick Bayless, author of Authentic Mexican and host of PBS' Mexico: One Day at a... - January 18, 2009 - iUniverse
Chinese Economy Evaluated in Self Published Book
Economist Fengbo Zhang assesses the growth factors that led to the rise of the Chinese economy. - January 17, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Valentine's Day and Easter Gift Idea
A modest, but attractive new gift book offers a non-traditional but touching alternative for this Valentine's Day and Easter expressions of affection. - January 17, 2009 - howardfclarke.com
New Book Release - Christian Devotions That Aren't Religious
Author, Betsy Cobb Wise, founder of Live The Word Ministries, received fresh words of revelation from God that she developed into devotions in her new book, Devotions: Moments With God, Volume 1. Devotions: Moments With God, Volume 1 takes the reader past dull and dry religion to a living and... - January 16, 2009 - Betsy Cobb Wise, Author
New Author Bobby R. Lathan Jr. Released His First Book
Bobby R. Lathan Jr. has released his first book. A book of poetry of his life experiences and that you and others can easily relate to. - January 15, 2009 - Bobby Lathan Jr
Can't Get That Book Done? New 90-Day Book Challenge Program Helps Aspiring Authors Finally Finish a Book in 2009
James Byrd and Susan Daffron Offer Program to Help Nonfiction Business Book Authors. - January 15, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
Wineville Chicken Coop Murders Unraveled in Self Published Book
Nothing Is Strange with You is a self-published book that talks about Gordon Stewart Northcott’s case in the Wineville Chicken Coop murders. - January 15, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
Storyteller from the Heartland: Long Time Writer/Poet Publishes First Book
Ohio author Phillip Early Maynard has long delighted his local fans, friends and family with his unique storytelling and writing style that is both traditional and original. Now he plans to share a little of his work with the world by publishing it on Lulu.com. - January 15, 2009 - Phillip Maynard
Novelist Sees (Green) Ghosts; Shannon Delaney Cozy Paranormal Mystery Series is Eco-Friendly
Elizabeth Eagan-Cox chooses eco-friendly electronic (e-book) publishing as primary format for series of cozy paranormal mystery novels set in various California locations. - January 15, 2009 - ElizabethEaganCox.blogspot.com
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Rebirth of the Dark Ones by Clint Charles Fryer
First-Time Author Publishes Fantasy Book for Kids His Book Provides an Entertaining and Valuable Read for Tweens Inspired by all types of science fiction and action-packed adventures, author and father Clint Charles Fryer wrote his first fantasy tale of his own, one that could be especially... - January 15, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Oracle’s Legacy: Children of Sun by Rosa Holbrook
New Novel Offers Intense Storyline of Politics, Power and Family Thousands of years after the most advanced civilization lived openly together, its members have dispersed throughout society, playing out political struggles while living among a human population that is not aware of their presence. - January 15, 2009 - iUniverse
Biggest Listings of Chinese New Year Events in US and Canada Released to Public
This 2009, the Chinese New Year starts on January 26 and is called the Year of the Ox. Dates for events range from January through February 2009. Event organizers include local Chamber of Commerce, Chinese historical societies, and Casinos. - January 14, 2009 - childbook.com
New Self-Publishing Book Selected as 2009 Member Benefit by National Association of Women Writers
Publishize by Susan Daffron Describes New Approach to Self-Publishing. - January 13, 2009 - Logical Expressions, Inc.
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Make It Happen by Justin Honaman
Top 7 Ways to Brand Yourself. Learn how to live out your personal brand each day. Americans are influenced by brands every second of the day; everything from chewing gum, to fitness equipment, to airlines. The goal of a brand is to represent the essence of a company, product or service, while at... - January 13, 2009 - iUniverse
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of Behold the Eyes of an Eagle
New Poetry Collection Offers Words that Uplift in Difficult Times. With so many Americans struggling, Keenan Robinson offers his new poetry collection, Behold the Eyes of an Eagle, as a source of motivation and encouragement. His words were written to provide inspiration to anyone who is trying to... - January 13, 2009 - iUniverse
Vanessa Morgan's Creepy Thriller Drowned Sorrow - Out Now
Vanessa Morgan's creepy thriller Drowned Sorrow has just been released and is now available in bookstores everywhere around the world. Even before its official release, Drowned Sorrow has been nothing less than an online phenomenon. Thousands of readers have been asking about the book and have visited its website www.drowned-sorrow.com to play the horror movie quiz, watch the remarkable clips from horror movies, discover the enticing book trailer or simply learn more about the book. - January 13, 2009 - Vanessa Morgan
L&L Dreamspells is the New Publisher for the Funny Silver Sisters Mysteries Series
Authors Morgan St. James and Phyllice Bradner are delighted that their new publishers share their sense of humor. L&L Dreamspells, is the new publisher for the funny, award-winning Silver Sisters Mysteries series. - January 13, 2009 - Silver Sisters Mysteries
Recent Home Losses Hits Home with Local Author, and as a Result, She Vows to Pay It Forward Through Her Book Sales
Losing your home, no matter the cause, of course means the end of one chapter of your life, but the good news is that it is also the beginning of another. Ohio author, Vida Langdon, has been through the devastation of losing her home first hand. In fact, she has written about overcoming such... - January 12, 2009 - Vida Langdon
New Book Shows Writers How to Get Published
Writer's Digest book shows writers how to land an agent, book deal or magazine assignment. - January 11, 2009 - Wendy Burt-Thomas
More Chinese Language Textbooks to Accommodate Increase in Chinese Language Studies in the US
ChildBook is an online bookstore that specializes in providing learn-Chinese materials. It currently has 6 textbook series that may be used by younger children, elementary grades to upper level students, including adults. - January 10, 2009 - childbook.com
New Book Chronicles the Struggles of the Terminally Ill and Their Families
In Your Face Ink recently published Beautiful Sadness: The Journey of Hope and Compassion Through Life and Loss by Joy Jennings, a hospice nurse. - January 09, 2009 - In Your Face Ink
Mr. T: A Real Black Super Hero
With the outcome of the recent US elections, the time seems perfect for a real black super hero. British publisher Mohawk Media have answered this call with the worldwide launch of their graphic novel starring TV tough guy, Mr. T. Author Christopher Bunting says: “Since the announcement of... - January 09, 2009 - Mohawk Media
Historic Photos of the University of Florida by Steve Rajtar
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of the University of Florida by Steve Rajtar. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of the University of Florida in stunning, archival images. - January 08, 2009 - Turner Publishing Company
Ingram DigitalSM Adds to Expanding Roster of International Customers with Canadian Research Knowledge Network Deal
Ingram Digital recently joined forces with Canadian Research Knowledge Network Deal. By combining companies, more Canadian universities and other scholar customers will have the ability to access premium e-book content from leading academic publishers. - January 08, 2009 - Ingram Digital
Jack Gunthridge Publishing Takes on the Book Industry
Jack Gunthridge Publishing fights the standards of the book publishing industry in an attempt to make sure that its book stays out of the hands of children. - January 07, 2009 - Jack Gunthridge Publishing
Stay at Home Mom Launches www.burbysbooks.com to Sell Award-Winning Educational Children’s Books
Amy Burbank, stay at home mother of three, combines her passion for kids and books by launching a new website that sells educational books, children’s literature, story books for kids and classic children’s books. - January 07, 2009 - Amys Usborne Books at Home
Chinese Games Kids Can Play This Chinese New Year
ChildBook.com formally released today the Chinese Games section for kids. It contains ten games usually played in China and Taiwan. First batch of featured games are: Da Fong Chui (a game similar to Simon Says), Luo Bu Dun, Shan Dian Didi, Chinese Tag and more. - January 07, 2009 - childbook.com
iUniverse Would Like to Announce the Release of The Complete Guide to Log Homes by Clyde and Jeffrey Cremer
Seasoned Log Home Professionals Publish Guide for Buyers Authors’ Book Provides Pertinent Information from Start of Project to Finish With the move toward more energy-efficient living and the widespread use of “kit homes”, log home development has seen a steady increase even in... - January 07, 2009 - iUniverse
New Children's Picture Book: Five Baby Swans Cross the Bundoran Road
In Stunning Photos, this picture book tells the story of how a swan mother and father overcame obstacles to get their five newly hatched babies across the busy Bundoran Road to the salt marsh on the other side. - January 06, 2009 - Jane Gilgun Books
The Wine Seekers is Now Available
The Wine Seekers is released. The Wine Seekers: A shattered dream, a guarded family secret, and forbidden love take Nicola Romolo on a perilous quest to reclaim his family’s fortune. - January 05, 2009 - Linda Bilodeau
Historic Photos of Montana by Gary Glynn
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Montana by Gary Glynn. This 10x10 volume showcases the pictorial narrative of Montana through stunning, culled-from-the-archives photography. - January 04, 2009 - Turner Publishing Company
Liberty States Fiction Writers to Hold Its First Meeting
Liberty States Fiction Writers believes that the exchange of information between writers in different genres is beneficial to all writers and invites you to join. - January 03, 2009 - Liberty States Fiction Writers
First in Series of Cell/Mobile Phone-Sized Stories Now Available
Light Pages, LLC, an iPublisher, has released the first in its series of "Mobile Mysteries" designed for tiny screens and commuters with only a few minutes to kill. The Evil That Men Do is now available one-short-story-per-download at www.lulu.com. Commuters with iPhones can access these... - January 02, 2009 - Light Pages, LLC
A Self-Published Book Was the Most Critically Acclaimed Book of 2008
What does being critically acclaimed actually mean? Does it mean that one book has more sales than another book? Does it mean that one book has bigger names behind it? Is a book critically acclaimed because publishers say it is? - January 02, 2009 - MG
When the Buddha Met Bubba: Bestselling Non-Fiction Author, John Lee, Sells First Novel to Turner Publishing
John Lee, best-selling author of sixteen non-fiction books, has sold his first novel, a southern comedy entitled When the Buddha Met Bubba, to Nashville-based Turner Publishing. When The Buddha Met Bubba is a whimsical fantasy that deals with the integrity and surrender that comes when a likeable redneck (Bubba) meets his magical mentor, Pu Tai (one of the many names for The Buddha), as they set off on an unusual journey. - January 02, 2009 - John Lee Books and Seminars
Bestselling E-book
Lauri Robinson's latest novel, Shotgun Bride, The Quinter Brides Book One has been on the Fictionwise Bestselling List for the past several weeks. - January 02, 2009 - Lauri Robinson
New Book for Writers Prompts Daily Inspiration
Writers and would-be writers often complain about writer’s block or not being able to think of ideas, but a new book from Smink Works Books has the answer. A Year of Writing Inspiration: A prompt a day for the creative writer provides 365 writing exercises so the writer can be creative and... - December 31, 2008 - Smink Works Books
New Scripture-Based Gift Book and Musical Book Trailer Released
An usual gift book and its related music video/book trailer are being released by author Howard F. Clarke. Employing a flowing documentary style with a moody soundtrack, the two-minute book trailer promotes this new book in a way that rivals big studio trailers. - December 31, 2008 - howardfclarke.com
One Poet's Journey, a Poetry Book by the 2007 Poet of the Year Nominee, Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird
Please, go to http://www.lulu.com/content/4623591 for a free preview. You will not be disappointed. Thia is a collection of award winning poetry by the 2007 International Library of Poetry's Poet of the Year Nominee, Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird. Dr. Laird has won numerous Editors Choice Awards through the International Library of Poetry and the International Society of Poets. Here you will find some of his very best as well as his most compelling work. - December 30, 2008 - Dr. Aaron Benjamin Laird
Readers Get a "Close-up" of Amazon E-book by Kohl
A Kindle e-book edition of Renee Kohl's novel, It's Time for Your Close-up, is now available on Amazon.com for the retail price of $9.95. - December 30, 2008 - SM Group Publishing