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Mystery Illness Made Author Practice What He Preached
Story of author who suffered dramatic illness a few weeks before the publication of his first book. The mystery illness put him out of action for two months, which mean the book launch had to be delayed. He attributes his recovery to living by the life principles he writes about in the book. The book, MePLC was eventually launched in December and doctors are still looking into what caused the illness. - January 03, 2008 - Pascoe Sawyers
Pat Fraley Publishes Audiobook Market Research in New Podcast
Pat Fraley, one of the foremost audiobook producers in the United States, presents fantastic news and heralds a bright future in audiobook narration for voice actors of all voice types and ages. - January 03, 2008 - Voices.com
From the Jungles of Southeast Asia to the Deserts of Southwest Asia, PTSD Holds No Boundaries
American author and Vietnam veteran Robert Adams releases his decade long writing, Tripwire, as a self-help guide to his fellow vets, other sufferers of PTSD, and to the thousands returning from the Iraq War who may be facing their own battle in the months and years ahead. - January 01, 2008 - Robert Adams
Pocol Press Announces the Spring 2008 Release of the Mystery Novel Sleuth Slayer
America's leading mystery writers are being brutally murdered. Third-tier author Guy Davitt—a would-be Dashiell Hammett—stumbles upon the killer’s bizarre M.O. (the deaths are lifted from mystery novels). But Davitt cannot convince deeply skeptical police a “Sleuth Slayer” actually exists. - January 01, 2008 - SomeHack.Com
Judith Orloff MD New Book on Positive Energy
If you are looking for answers on how to make better decisions and how to follow your intuition then Positive Energy by Judith Orloff is a must read. Learn how positive energy can influence your life for the better. - December 31, 2007 - Judith Orloff
Local Author Markets Wind Power Tale Book on Amazon.com
Short press release updating the distribution channel of new book. - December 31, 2007 - Mike Winkler
New Book Release and Book Signing
Angela Williams seeks to assist others to maintain a positive lifestyle with her new book titled Heart Thoughts and help children like her own flourish and enjoy the beauty of flowers, colors and spelling with her new book The Wonderful Things About a Flower. Book Signing Angela Williams plans to... - December 30, 2007 - Claudette Expressions
iUniverse Extends Holiday Offer with Countdown of Savings
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced an extension to their holiday publishing specials with the “Countdown of Savings” publishing promotion. The specials include an offer to save as much as $150 on a publishing package and... - December 30, 2007 - iUniverse
iUniverse Publishes "Neo-Modernist" Novel by Robert Crooke
iUniverse called Sunrise “an entertaining, literate, moving, and witty tale…a clever re-imagining of The Great Gatsby.” - December 29, 2007 - Robert Crooke
Applications of Huna to Health, Prosperity, and Personal Growth
SpiralPress, a division of HydroScience Inc., has published a new book, “The Three Spirits. Applications of Huna to Health, Prosperity, and Personal Growth” by Dr. Sergio E. Serrano. Huna is the mysterious psychological and mystical system of the ancient Kahunas. Huna means "secret" in the Hawaiian language; it refers to the coded knowledge of the Hawaiian shamans, who were known for their ability of healing the sick, predicting and changing the future, and walking over hot lava. - December 29, 2007 - HydroScience Inc.
iUniverse Opens Invitation for Authors to Brr-r-ring on the Books
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced its unique publishing special, “Brr-r-ring on the Books,” for the late holiday season. The special includes an offer to receive 50 additional paperback books for $300 with the purchase of a publishing package and receive up to 15 additional free paperback books. The Brr-r-ring on the Books special ends at midnight, Central Time, Jan. 2, 2008. - December 29, 2007 - iUniverse
An Art of Living
SpiralPress, a division of HydroScience Inc., has published a new translation of “An Art of Living” by the acclaimed French writer André Maurois. An Art of Living remained out of print for several decades. This new translation by Dr. Sergio E. Serrano intends to... - December 28, 2007 - HydroScience Inc.
A Glimpse of Heaven Appears When a Dream, a Dog, and Destiny Crisscross
From writer Rosanne Pellicane, comes her debut novel. Based on actual events, She Came From Heaven has more twists and turns than a map taking the back roads through the Hamptons on a holiday weekend. When a thirty-something couple rescues a lost Labrador retriever, Whimsey, placed on the back... - December 26, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
The Illuminati Code
Ed Russo aims to satisfy Golden Illuminated Publications with print-on-demand availability of The Illuminati Code at Lulu.com. Ed Russo promotes a self-improvement method through a fiction novel as the main character is on a spiritual journey on his search for the truth about the Illuminati. Meanwhile he faces obstacles as the Illuminati is up against a rival. - December 25, 2007 - Illuminated Publications
Christmas Not Christian? Evangelical Author Publishes Book That Encourages Believers to Abstain from Celebrating Christmas
Announcing the release of a newly published book that discusses the controversial practice of Christians abstaining from celebrating Christmas, entitled, "... But I LIKE Shiny ... A Biblical Critique of Christmas" - December 24, 2007 - Rosanna Evans
Waterlogg Productions Sherlock Holmes Returns to Radio Christmas Eve
1980s WBAI Series Has New Life on XM Radio. - December 22, 2007 - Waterlogg Productions
iUniverse Announces the Release of Black Coffee's Time Will Reveal Part 2
Unique urban romance continues in this compelling sequel. - December 22, 2007 - iUniverse
Historic Photos of Sonoma County by: Lee Torliatt
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Sonoma County by: Lee Torliatt. This 10x10 gift book showcases the pictorial narrative of Sonoma County through striking, black-and-white images. - December 22, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
New Book Parodies Hollywood Bad Girls
Who is Summer Fox and why is she saying all those things about Hollywood "bad girls?" "Hollywood, by definition, is a lie," or so says "It Girl" wanna-be Alyssa Glenellen in "Exposure," novelist Summer Fox's steamy new send-up of Hollywood celebrity, tabloid... - December 21, 2007 - D L Foster Press
The Illuminated Memoirs of Abraham Lincoln Now Available at Lulu.com
Novelist self-publishes book written during yearly writing competition. - December 21, 2007 - Hobo Literature
Historic Photos of Alexandria by Julie Patton and Rita Holtz
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of Alexandria by Julie Patton and Rita Holtz. This 10x10 gift book showcases the pictorial narrative of the Virginian city through striking, culled-from-the-archives photos. - December 21, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
iUniverse Offers Authors 12 Days of Savings for the Holidays
iUniverse, the leading provider of print-on-demand supported self-publishing services, has announced their “12 Days of Savings” publishing specials for the mid- to late-December holiday season. The specials include an offer to save as much as $150 on a publishing package and receive up to 15 additional free paperback books. The 12 Days of Savings ends at midnight, Central Time, Dec. 26, 2007. - December 21, 2007 - iUniverse
Historic Photos of Florida Tourist Attractions by Steve Rajtar
Turner Publishing announces its new release, the Historic Photos of Florida Tourist Attractions by Steve Rajtar. This 10x10 gift book showcases the pictorial narrative of the entertainment industry in the state of Florida through striking, culled-from-the-archives photos. - December 21, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Historic Photos of Salt Lake City by Jeff Burbank
Turner Publishing announces the new release of the title, the Historic Photos of Salt Lake City by Jeff Burbank. This 10 x 10 gift book showcases the historical narrative of the “Crossroads of the West,” through culled-from-the-archives photography. - December 21, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Moving Professional Reveals Secrets to Save Money Moving
At some point we all need to move, and it's one of those things most of us dread: the work, the stress, the cost. Not any longer. Mark Kibbe, an experienced moving professional, has written a book explaining the secrets to saving money and time, and reducing stress during the moving process. Mark... - December 20, 2007 - savemoneymoving.com
Eleven iUniverse Titles Earn Publisher’s Choice Designation
Eleven iUniverse titles received the coveted Publisher’s Choice designation during the month of November. Publisher’s Choice titles written by American authors are displayed in the author’s local Barnes & Noble bookstore for a minimum of eight weeks. Titles written by Canadian... - December 20, 2007 - iUniverse
New Novella Running Away
Running Away, a novella by Jennifer Hammitt, takes a look at what happens when simply leaving an abusive relationship is not enough. - December 20, 2007 - Jennifer Hammitt
The Wrath of Zar - Book One of The Demons of Destiny
Answers armed with disaster and linked to mysteries about his father’s past, thrust Adan Caynne into a desperate quest to find his missing brother. Unaware of the evil spreading across Yannina, Adan quickly discovers that his fate is bound to a handful of others who are desperately seeking answers of their own. When an Andar apprentice suggests that Adan may be Yannina’s only hope, his life is thrown into chaos as he and his new companions find themselves chased by the demon army. - December 19, 2007 - WestBank Publishing
Be in the Next Action/Adventure Book
Tony Eldridge, author of the award winning action/adventure novel, The Samson Effect, is naming a character in his next book after you. - December 19, 2007 - Tony Eldridge
American Revolution Board Game Released
The Guild of Blades Publishing Group, a leading publisher of historical strategy board games, is pleased to announce the release of its latest game, the American Revolution Board Game, an Empires of History game. The American Revolution board game also represents the first game in the new... - December 19, 2007 - Guild of Blades Publishing Group
Inttranet™ "Linguists of the Year" Nominees for 2007 Designated
The shortlist for the Inttranet™ Linguists of the Year for 2007 has been published, and as usual is liable to create controversy. Nominees range from Adjmal Nasqhbandi, the Afghan interpreter beheaded by the Taliban, to Washoe, the first chimpanzee to learn a human sign language, and teach it to her son. - December 19, 2007 - Inttranews
Anthony Toro Aims to Satisfy All Fictional Thriller/Suspense Readers with His Recent Release of Web of Deceit at Lulu.com
Fictional Thriller - Web of Deceit Released - December 17, 2007 - Anthony Toro
Newly Released Book, "The 99 Success Secrets of Jesus" Reveals How to Bridge the Gap Between Professional and Spiritual Success
Author and business coach Don Daniel Ortiz has announced the release of his latest book, "The 99 Success Secrets Of Jesus." (Xulon Press $14.99, paperback, 978-1-60034-895-2; $24.99, hardcover, 978-1-60034-896-9) More than just a collection of bible quotes, the book reveals how to bridge the gap between professional and spiritual success with Jesus as the model. According to Ortiz, "I want the reader to learn that you can answer your spiritual calling in the business you love." - December 17, 2007 - Don Daniel Ortiz
Student Author Releases Third Fantasy Novel
This press releases summarizes the release by student author Jeremy Michael Gallen of his third fantasy novel, "Judge of Stellasolum: The Chronicles of Anthropia," the follow-up to "Judge of The Haven: The Chronicles of Anthropia" and "Org's Odyssey: A Tale of Post-Human Earth." - December 16, 2007 - Jeremy Michael Gallen
Historic Photos of Arlington County by Matthew Gilmore
Turner Publishing is proud to announce the new release of the Historic Photos of Arlington County by Matthew Gilmore. This 10 x 10 gift book tells the pictorial narrative of the history of Arlington County through stunning, culled-from-the-archives photos. - December 16, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
Freedomain Radio Host Releases First Book to a Listener Audience of Over 25,000
Stefan Molyneux, the prolific philosopher and host of the top-rated podcast Freedomain Radio (www.freedomainradio.com) has released his first book on practical philosophy. - December 15, 2007 - Freedomain Radio
Murder at Piggy’s Palace: The Bizarre Serial Murder Case of Robert “Willie” Pickton
PMA Literary and Film Management places Gary C. King's latest true crime book with Kensington. - December 15, 2007 - Gary C. King Enterprises
Modern Mystic Storyteller Writes Little Coyote Tales: Dancing the Dream Awake
Virginia author Kenn Klick has touched and shifted many readers’ perceptions with his new book ‘Little Coyote Tales.’ A book 17 years in the making, it took living life’s lessons to fill the stories with meaning and deliver a true message for today. While this may sound ordinary, he has accomplished this in an un-ordinary way, through online publishing. - December 15, 2007 - Kenn Klick
Cutting Edge, Life-Changing, and No-Nonsense
Cutting edge, life-changing, and no-nonsense: Just a few things people are saying about the first time Chicago author, Raquel Soto, and her new book: The 1 Minute Guide to Health, Wealth, and Happiness - December 15, 2007 - Raquel Soto
Author Erick Benson Launches New Book "Framed Justice"
Framed Justice (ISBN: 0595436811), an urban fiction book was released in November 2007 as part of the trilogy written by author Erick G. Benson. The book’s main character, Tiger Price, a.k.a TP, takes on his first investigative case after retiring from the prison system. The doors of his new... - December 14, 2007 - Erick Benson
Meet and Greet Book Signing with Author Erick Benson
Come and meet author Erick G. Benson at the Jazz Café in Ontario for the launch of his newest masterpiece, Framed Justice: A Tiger Price Mystery on Sunday, December 16, 2007 from 5-7pm. The public and media are invited to this special book signing event. Framed Justice is the second book... - December 14, 2007 - Erick Benson
History Major Redefines Popular Literature
Author Uses Technology to Put Readers in Charge of the Story. - December 14, 2007 - The Pocket Revolution
Historic Photos of New Orleans by Melissa Lee Smith
Turner Publishing announces the new release, the Historic Photos of New Orleans by Melissa Lee Smith. This book tells the pictorial narrative of the “Crescent City” through striking, culled-from-the-archives photos. - December 14, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
New Book "Discover Your Purpose: a Simple Guide for Setting and Reaching Your Goals"
New author introduces a book with a simple method of setting goals that leads the reader through a "journey of self" to find true happiness. - December 14, 2007 - Angelique McTyre
Local Comic Book Team Announce Indy Comic Book Spin Off Release Date Memphis, TN: December 12, 2007
From the same camp that brought you the Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa series, now comes Turra: Gun Angel. - December 14, 2007 - MAW Productions
Washington, Reagan, and Christmas
Reagan said "The most sublime picture in American History is of George Washington on his knees...". At Valley Forge, on Christmas night in 1777, General George Washington went out alone in the woods to look up to Heaven with Prayer to God to protect, defend and prosper the American Cause. - December 13, 2007 - God and Country Foundation
Historic Photos of Atlanta by Michael Rose
Turner Publishing announces the new release, Historic Photos of Atlanta by Michael Rose, a 10x10 gift book telling the pictorial narrative of the “ATL” in striking, culled-from-the-archives photography. - December 13, 2007 - Turner Publishing Company
iUniverse Announces the Release of Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith's From Addiction to Recovery: A Therapist’s Personal Journey
The story of one woman’s incredible transformation from troubled addict to renowned psychotherapist - December 13, 2007 - iUniverse
Author Kelly Moran Publishes New Book of Fictional Drama, "When the Leaves Stop Falling"
In this heartfelt work of fictional drama by Kelly Moran, she is able to bring four very strong characters to life, and with them both old and new courtships, in the midst of a storyline that has rarely been successfully accomplished. “Her work is comparative to Dinah McCall and Nicholas... - December 12, 2007 - Kelly Moran
iUniverse Announces the Release of K.R. Seeger's Asa-Birdie.com
Superhero Twins fight evil in rollicking new adventure novel - December 12, 2007 - iUniverse