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ComiXology Presents Astronaut Dad Creators on It Came Out on Wednesday, Including Exclusive Interior Pages
The creators of the graphic novel Astronaut Dad talk with ComiXology on "It Came Out on Wednesday, presented by ComiXology.com". Writer David Hopkins and Brent Schoonover discuss their backgrounds and how they connected on Astronaut Dad, published by Silent Devil. Along with the podcast,... - December 12, 2007 - comiXology.com
Bright Night Providence Adds Hoops to the Festivities
Through a partnership with the PC Friars, New Year's Eve festival goers can enjoy a basketball game in addition to arts performances. The first 3000 Bright Night Wristband wearers will get a free ticket to the PC Friars game versus St. Peter's on Monday December 31, 2007 at 2 pm at the Dunkin' Donuts Center, Providence. - December 12, 2007 - Bright Night Providence
Fred Heim’s Fantastic Half-Scale Replicas Now on Display at Edaville USA
Edaville USA is creating a large-scale buzz this year with the unveiling of a number of Fred Heim’s working, half-scale replicas of popular construction vehicles. - December 12, 2007 - Edaville USA
Tournaments to Exceed $10,000,000 at RedKings in December
RedKings winter schedule of tournaments kicks off this week with big money buy-ins and weekly freerolls that cater for poker players of all levels. The plans announced include the ever popular $500,000 Grand Tournament on the holiday weekend plus added money buy-ins and freeroll satellites on both... - December 12, 2007 - RedKings
Black Feather’s Camp Cooking Guide Wins Gourmand World Cookbook Award
The Heliconia Press, a leading publisher of books and DVDs on outdoor pursuits, is proud to announce that Camp Cooking: The Black Feather Guide has won a Gourmand World Cookbook Award for Canadian Best First Cookbook. - December 12, 2007 - The Heliconia Press
Sky-Nets Begins Helping General Aviation Airport FBOs Offer Public Wireless Internet
Deployment of Wi-Fi hotspots has begun at several FBO locations to increase the availability of wireless Internet access for pilots and passengers within the general aviation community. - December 12, 2007 - Sky-Nets, Ltd.
Stories for Children Magazine Announces Two New Team Members
Stories for Children Magazine, which just published its ninth issue December 2007, announced the addition of two new SFC Team staff. VS Grenier, Editor of Stories for Children stated: “SFC has been growing with each new issue. I never dreamed that I would have a staff working with me each... - December 12, 2007 - Stories for Children Magazine
Raleigh Magazine Publisher & TV New Anchor Co-Sponsor "A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King's College" Christmas Eve on 89.7 WCPE-FM Radio
For several years, Raleigh Metro Magazine editor and publisher Bernie Reeves has underwritten the live broadcast of “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols from King’s College” on public radio. When WUNC-FM dropped its broadcast of the service, Reeves helped arrange for its airing... - December 12, 2007 - Metro Magazine
WCPE Offers Birthday Tribute to Ludwig van Beethoven
WCPE, TheClassicalStation.org, will honor the birthday of Ludwig van Beethoven with special programming during its Beethovenfest December 14-16. The station will feature a wide arrangement of the composer’s compositions. - December 12, 2007 - WCPE 89.7FM
Midnight Coders’ Extends WebORB® for Java to Flex Clients and Drops Barrier to Entry
Midnight Coders announces immediate availability of a new version of WebORB® for Java. This edition is ideal for Rich Internet Application (RIA) developers who need to rapidly connect Flex, Flash and AJAX clients to Java backend server environments and require more than the standard features and functionality found in competing solutions. - December 11, 2007 - Midnight Coders, Inc.
Fantasy Sports Social Network iRoto.com Announces Partnership with the Leading Fantasy Dispute Resolution Service SportsJudge.com
iRoto.com enters into an agreement with fantasy dispute service SportsJudge.com to serve as the Official Fantasy Dispute Resolution Service for iRoto.com members, and as the title sponsor to the iRoto Fantasy Disputes Message Board - December 11, 2007 - iRoto.com
The ‘Shooz are Back
10-Piece Nu Shooz Orchestra Unveils New Material in Two Performances at the Legendary Jimmy Mak’s Jazz Club - December 11, 2007 - Nu Shooz Orchestra
TechnoCom Helps Wireless Carriers Meet New E911 Order (FCC 07-166)
LAM™ Solution Enables Carriers to Cost-Effectively Assure Compliance with E911 Location Accuracy Requirements - TechnoCom's LocationAssurance Manager™ (LAM) enables wireless carriers to cost-effectively meet the Federal Communication Commission’s (FCC) newly detailed Enhanced 911 (E911) location accuracy measurement and reporting requirements. - December 11, 2007 - TechnoCom Corporation
Triangle Heart Gala Selects Elizabeth Wallace of Rocky Top Hospitality
Dean Ogan, owner of Rocky Top Hospitality, has announced that Elizabeth Wallace, director of corporate affairs, has been named auction chair for the American Heart Association’s 2008 Triangle Heart Gala that will take place on Saturday, Feb. 2 at the Embassy Suites in Cary. The Triangle Heart... - December 11, 2007 - Rocky Top Hospitality
Bobby G’s Pizzeria Introduces Pan Fried Pizzas to Berkeley
Bobby G’s Pizzeria, the artisan pizza, pasta, and panini restaurant on University Ave. in the heart of downtown Berkeley, is introducing a line of pan fried pizzas to its menu. Known for their high quality thin-crust pizzas, organic ingredients, and free live blues and jazz, Bobby G’s is raising the bar in the so-called “pizza wars” with the fried pizzas. - December 11, 2007 - Bobby G's Pizzeria
Kindle Version of Prairie Springs by L.R. Williamson Moves to #1 in Gay Fiction and Religious Fiction
When the unknown author, L.R. Williamson, released his novel Prairie Springs in November, he had no idea he would shoot to number one in the Gay Fiction category for Kindle downloads. "To be at the top of any chart is phenomenal and welcome," Williamson says. Prairie Springs is also... - December 11, 2007 - LRWilliamson.com
New, Multi-Functional Restaurant Kicks Off in Downtown Long Beach
Combining a casual bistro atmosphere with modern fine dining elegance, Primes American Kitchen & Lounge is proud to announce its Grand Opening on Friday, December 14 from 5pm to 8pm. Clean lines, open spaces, and contemporary décor invite guests to enjoy delicious fare no matter what the occasion. Have a quick lunch at the bistro, or enjoy a relaxed dinner in the full service dining room. Primes also offers a full retail bakery, liquor lounge, wine room, 150 person banquet room, and free parking - December 11, 2007 - Primes American Kitchen & Lounge
Ohio Male Model Gets His Own Calendar
Vinny U., a new model to the male fitness industry, now has his personal 2008 calendar with the On Display Men Agency. - December 11, 2007 - On Display Men, LLC
Work at Home Parents Flock to Buy Mother’s Survival Kit and Puddle People
Mother’s Survival Kit is a humorous look at the trials and tribulations of being a parent. It includes ideas to help occupy children and redirect their energy in constructive ways while keeping them out of trouble and helping to instill good values. The book provides countless opportunities for parents to bond with their child(ren). - December 11, 2007 - Delaney Imaging
Ram's LaRoi Glover Teams Up with Edward Jones to Host Gridiron Holiday Spree for Local Youth
St. Louis Rams’ All Pro Defensive Tackle LaRoi Glover teams up with financial wizards Edward Jones to host the Gridiron Holiday Shopping Spree for local youth on December 10th from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at Target in Brentwood, Missouri. Invited youth participants are “little brothers... - December 10, 2007 - La'Roi Glover
ATCOM to Sponsor CED Impact II Campaign
David Finch, president and CEO of ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions (www.atcombts.com), a communications solutions provider, has announced that the firm is sponsoring the Council for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) Innovation to Impact II initiative. As part of the Innovation to Impact II Partners... - December 10, 2007 - ATCOM Business Telecom Solutions
Christmas Duty Threatens Your Emotional Health
A survey by online emotional health specialist Big White Wall, reveals that 60 per cent of people send Christmas cards out of duty rather than real care. - December 10, 2007 - Big White Wall
Time and Space Can’t Keep Soul Mates Apart in Outskirts Press Author’s New Book
An unlikely love story that spans the Salem witchcraft trials of 1692 to the Hollywood club scene of the 1980s is the subject of Love Returns Through The Portal of Time, the eye-opening new novel from Outskirts Press author K.S. Michaels. With a deft ability for painting these diverse settings,... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
You’ve Never Had a Birthday Like This Before
Young readers are in for some serious edge-of-the-seat excitement in The Thompson Twins Cruise Adventure, the first in a planned trilogy from Outskirts Press novelist Terry Sclafani. Blending high-stakes adventure with a down-to-earth portrait of two siblings with enormous hearts, The Thompson... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Handbook of Humor, Survivor Stories, Support, and Hope for People with Inflammatory Breast Cancer, the Women's Health Book
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Handbook of Humor, Survivor Stories, Support, and Hope for people with Inflammatory Breast Cancer: You Are Not Alone by Dee Kantorowicz, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5 x 8 Paperback in the Women's Health - Breast Care category is... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Call of the Panther, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ Historical Book from Hayward, CA Author Joan C Wrenn
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Call of the Panther: A Novel of the Ancient Maya by Joan C Wrenn, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 Paperback in the Fiction/ Historical category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Our Life in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the United States, the Latest Highly-Anticipated American - Asian-American Book from NC Author Farid Muti
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Our life in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the United States: Successful Story by Farid Muti, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 7.5 x 9.25 Paperback in the American - Asian-American category is available worldwide on book retailer websites... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Forgotten Honor, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction/ Suspense Book from Killeen, TX Author Jerry Snodgrass
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Forgotten Honor: A story of international suspense, murder, and romance by Jerry Snodgrass, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 Paperback in the Fiction/ Suspense category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces the Land of Carina, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Children's Book from Arvada, CO Author Carol Garton
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Land of Carina by Carol Garton, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback in the Children's category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $10. - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book Details What Everyone Should Know About Surviving a Traumatic Brain Injury
A remarkable new book by a husband-and-wife team is giving hope to those whose lives have been affected by traumatic brain injuries—and does so from the perspective of two people who’ve been there. Just published by Outskirts Press, The Brain Injury Survivor’s Guide, Welcome to... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Are His Dreams and Visions Symptoms of a Holy Illness—Or Are They Caused by the Zombi Potion?
A boy of mixed race, raised to be the Vodou tool of vengeance against the men who lynched his mother, comes of age during the violent years of the Civil Rights Revolution. A New God for the Crawfish People, the first book in The Froggy Bottom Trilogy, is the strange tale of a bayou boy with four... - December 10, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
LegalView Keeps Readers Up to Date with Recently Released Scientific Research Findings That Point Out Asbestos in Everyday Products
LegalView recently alerted readers on its mesothelioma blog, which is continually updated, that scientists are finding the presence of asbestos in everyday products. LegalView posted the findings on its mesothelioma information portal that offers a wealth of resources for mesothelioma victims. - December 09, 2007 - LegalView
LegalView Announces Re-Launch of Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis Information Portal to Aid Those Enduring the Hardships of the Rare Illness
LegalView announces that it has re-launched its Nephrogenic Systemic Fibrosis information portal, which offers victims of the disease important resources for receiving legal assistance. The recently re-launched site also provides a wealth of background information on the illness including symptoms and treatments. - December 09, 2007 - LegalView
Outskirts Press Announces the Life and Times of the Lord Jesus Christ, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Religion-Bible-Biography Book from Broken Hill Author Peter E J Smith
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published The Life and Times of the Lord Jesus Christ: A Harmony of the Gospels by Peter E J Smith, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 8.25 x 11 Paperback in the Religion - Bible - Biography category is available worldwide on book retailer websites... - December 09, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Panera Bread Sponsors Coach Yow’s New Children’s Book
Panera Bread has sponsored the recent release of North Carolina State University Women’s Head Basketball Coach Kay Yow’s children’s book titled “Coach Yow: I will, Not Just I’ll Try.” The book aims to teach children life lessons. - December 09, 2007 - BreadWinners at the Triangle
Street Culture: the Best in Fashion, Music and Politics
Today Freshfeature has new stories and information on Prodigy, Under Crown, Diamond Co. and Vans, complete with pictures and Youtube coverage. - December 09, 2007 - Freshfeature
Amazing Tech Products Inc Unveils AmazingTechProducts.com®: an Online Marketing & Sales Platform Dedicated to Amazing Technology Companies, Products, and People
AmazingTechProducts.com is an Online Destination Offering Compelling Exclusive Videos, Product Demos, Deals, Stories, and Promotions on Amazing Technology Products, Offering Consumers an Entertaining and Interactive Experience - December 09, 2007 - Amazing Tech Products Inc
Most Popular Holiday Phones Named by Wireless and Mobile News Review of Reviews
Stress-Free Quick Summary of the Most Popular Holiday Cell Phone Buying Guides Available at Wireless and Mobile News. - December 09, 2007 - Wireless and Mobile News
The Jones Street Boys Named New York City's "Artist of the Month" by the Deli Magazine
Brooklyn, NY-based band The Jones Street Boys have been described as "bluegrass, blues and good old fashioned rock and roll." After releasing their debut album "Overcome" in October 2007, the band has been named New York City's "Artist of the Month" by The Deli Magazine, and has recently announced a December 2007 tour. - December 09, 2007 - The Jones Street Boys
Last Media Audit Report: Raleigh's Metro Magazine Dominates High-End Demographics in North Carolina's Raleigh-Durham-Research Triangle Market
The latest Media Audit for North Carolina’s educated and affluent Raleigh-Durham-Research Triangle region reports that Metro Magazine dominates the high-end demographic spectrum of the market. The report uses a multimedia, qualitative audience survey covering over 450 target items for each... - December 09, 2007 - Metro Magazine
New Column at Comixology.com Examines Comic Books in Academia
With the first installment of “Comic Adventures in Academia,” Comixology.com brings the first regular column examining the place of sequential art in academic libraries and university curricula. The column is written by Karen Green, Columbia University’s Classics Librarian and... - December 09, 2007 - comiXology.com
Destination Club Forums Exclusive Website is Now Open to the Public
Destination Club Forums, an online discussion forum for the destination club industry, is now open to the general public. The web site started as an exclusive invitation-only website for destination club members, however they recently began to allow non-destination club members to interact with... - December 08, 2007 - Destination Club Forums
Outskirts Press Announces Evil Brothers, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Crime Book from Maumee, OH Author Frank P. Stiles
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Evil Brothers by Frank P. Stiles, which is the author’s most recent book to date. The 6 x 9 Paperback in the Crime category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of $17.95. Evil... - December 08, 2007 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Introducing Virtual.MD - The First Off-Site Hosting Service That Provides Everything Needed to Run a Medical Practice
Sold under the brand name Virtual.MD; this new offering is the first off-site hosting service that provides everything needed to run a medical practice. Powerful electronic health records software, practice management software of the physician’s choice, MS Office along with tax and accounting... - December 08, 2007 - Thin-nology, LLC
Exclusive: David Gallaher, Writer of the First Winning Zuda.com Competition Entry, High Moon, Talks with ComiXology.com on It Came Out on Wednesday
This past weekend, DC Comics' Zuda.com competition rewarded its first year-long contract to the creators of High Moon. David Gallaher, writer of High Moon, gave an exclusive podcast interview with ComiXology.com on their "It Came Out on Wednesday, presented by ComiXology.com"... - December 08, 2007 - comiXology.com
Pimp Your iMP Tour Brings the Local Music Scene Back to the Forefront of Indie Music
With all of the focus on social networking as the primary promotional effort for undiscovered independent artists, local music scenes have become under-represented online. The Pimp Your iMP Tour is a campaign to bridge the real world to the internet world by creating a worldwide connected network of local online music magazines. - December 08, 2007 - Insomnia Radio, LLC
Jack Mitchell, CEO of Mitchells/Richards/Marshs, Talks About “The Art of Hugging” on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss
Jack Mitchell, CEO of Mitchells/Richards/Marshs, talks on The CEO Show with Robert Reiss about the business model which has built an industry powerhouse over three generations in retail shopping for high-end clothing and accessories. Mitchell reveals the secret is the “hugging culture”, the creed of their customer-centric business, and he emphasizes how success starts with great people who provide extraordinary customer service. - December 08, 2007 - Reissource, LLC
Verizon Wireless, the Largest Wireless Company in the United States, and All American Direct, Online Consumer Electronics Retailer, Create a Retail Agent Relationship
NPS, LLC (d.b.a. All American Direct), a national online retailer of consumer electronics products, announces its retail agent relationship with Verizon Wireless, the largest provider of wireless services in the U.S. All American Direct's web site now boasts an extensive line-up of cell phones, high speed Internet and popular name brand CE products. This is just the next step in All American Direct’s goal to provide consumers with a one-stop solution for all of their home entertainment needs. - December 08, 2007 - All American Direct
GOP Presidential Candidate Ed Marshall to Announce Candidacy at First Press Conference on Saturday December 15 in Los Angeles
Ed Marshall will hold his first press conference announcing his GOP candidacy for president, on Saturday, December 15, at 2PM, at Van Nuys-Sherman Oaks Park in Los Angeles at the northwest corner of Hazeltine Avenue and Huston Street. Marshall's late entry, unusual candidacy (e.g., will not accept campaign contributions), and interesting and unique stands on issues, will be discussed. - December 08, 2007 - Ed Marshall for President
Mother of Four Shares Christmas Survival Tips in New Book
One in five Americans are worried that holiday stress could affect their physical health and 36% say they either eat (22%) or drink alcohol (14%) to cope with holiday stress. Others rely on exercise (45%) and religious and spiritual activities (44%) to relieve stress. And 14% turn to massage and yoga. No matter what you celebrate, family and children seem to be the main focus and The Christmas Survival Kit contains many activities you can share with your children. - December 08, 2007 - Delaney Imaging