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New Diet Plan for Patients on Blood Thinners
The Quality Calorie Diet for Coumadin Users is the newest diet book from Dr. Gourmet - May 30, 2009 - Dr. Gourmet
RealTime Publishing are Delighted to Announce the Release of Thriller Trilogy
RealTime Publishing author, James R Vance, releases the first of a Thriller Novel series called Killer Butterfly. - May 30, 2009 - RealTime Publishing, Inc
The Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Market Has Total Global Revenues of Over $6bn in 2008. It Will Exceed $9bn During the Second Half of Next Decade, Announced by Visiongain.
The Global Multiple Sclerosis Market 2009-2024 - new report explains The World Health Organization estimates that over 2.5 million people suffer from multiple sclerosis worldwide. The prevalence and onset of MS in children and adults is expected to rise steadily. Global sales for MS therapies will rise accordingly, due to epidemiological, healthcare and commercial drivers. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"A Conservative Estimate Places the Potential Market Value of Stem Cells at Over $150bn by Late Next decade," Announced by Visiongain Report
Stem cell technologies – changes to US regulations to give exciting new hopes and potentially vast commercial opportunities – brand new indepth study. Stem Cells – The Hype & Hope – World Analysis 2009-2024. Stem cells represent one of the most promising medical breakthroughs of all time, as our new market report explains. Currently, in 2009, the new US administration is lifting some major restrictions on stem cells technologies. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"Revenues for Biologic Drugs Reached Approximately $125bn in 2008," Says Visiongain Biosimilars and Follow-on Biologics Report
There is great demand for lower-cost biological drugs: commercial and regulatory developments will make biosimilars and follow-on biologics a success – Visiongain new report explains how. Patents on most current biologics have expired or will expire during the period 2009 to 2024. In addition, there is mounting pressure from governments, insurers and patients’ groups to reduce costs of pharmaceuticals. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"Pharmacovigilance Has Been Expanding in Recent Years, as Companies Are Required to Monitor Drug Safety Post Launch," Says Visiongain Report
Pharmacovigilance gaining in importance after Vioxx problems - Visiongain new report analyses post-marketing assessment from the present onwards. Drug safety issues, such as those raised by Vioxx earlier this decade, have led to increased risk-averseness by regulators, with greater post-marketing assessment of drugs. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"The World Statins Market is Changing, with Patent Expires and Maturity of the Landmark Product Lipitor (atorvastatin)," Visiongain Pharmaceuticals Report
Statins: The World Market, 2009-2024. Statins are at the forefront of strategies to combat dyslipidaemia, being pivotal in the prevention of coronary heart disease. Consequently, those drugs are one of the most widely-prescribed and most lucrative sectors of the pharmaceutical industry, with total revenues exceeding $26 billion in 2008. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"The World Market for Intestinal Anti-Inflammatories Was Worth Over $2400 Million in 2008, and Had Grown at 9% Over the Previous Year," Announced by Visiongain Report
This brand new in-depth market analysis examines the current and future prospects of the inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) market. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases: World Market Report 2009-2024. The value of other types of drugs used to treat IBD, including immunosuppressants and monoclonal antibodies, approached $12000m. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"Drug Sales in the Global Anti-Obesity Market Approached $2bn in 2008 & Will be Increase in Next Years," Says Visiongain Report
Anti-Obesity Treatments Report - Analysis & Forecasts 2009-2024. Obesity has been described as a 'public health time-bomb'. In 2005, the World Health Organization estimated that approximately 400 million individuals are obese. Prevalence of obesity is rising worryingly in many countries, despite campaigns emphasising the link between being overweight and contracting diabetes. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
"The World Health Organization Estimates the Number of Diabetics to Exceed 350bn by 2030," Announced by Visiongain Report
World Diabetes Market Analysis, 2009-2023. The diabetes treatment market worldwide was worth over $25 billion, and had double-digit growth from the year before.This report also covers the new GLP-1 analogues – such as Byetta and liraglutide - as well as potentially revolutionary insulin delivery technologies. - May 30, 2009 - visiongain
AuthorHouse Announces Its Top Ten Best-selling Titles for April 2009
Figures Based on Point-of-Sale Data from Major Booksellers. AuthorHouse, the leading provider of self publishing and marketing services for authors around the globe, has announced its top ten best-selling titles for April 2009, according to retail channel sales figures. - May 30, 2009 - iUniverse
The Literacy Ambassador® Publishes First E-Book
TLA, Inc., an independent literacy consulting firm in Huntsville, AL, announcing release of president Cathy Puett Miller's first eBook for educators, librarians and families. Using 180 picture books to introduce ideas about art, history, music, and more, Miller provides an easy-to-use interactive resource with plenty of ideas. - May 30, 2009 - TLA, Inc.
Outskirts Press Releases Ride the Horse in the Direction It’s Going a True Tale of Travel, Cultures, and Spiritual Happenings
Outskirts Press author Joyce Rasbach was an average stay-at-home mother and wife with a lifelong dream of traveling the world. She did not, however, wish to simply be a tourist. Rasbach wanted to truly experience the culture and embrace the spirit of the people she would encounter on her journey,... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
New Book Reveals Secrets to Success for Dyslexic Children
For children with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, going to school can be a nightmare. But a new children’s book is giving a sense of hope, confidence and self-worth to those who confront these challenges. "Charlie: A Boy With Reading Difficulties and His Dream" (Outskirts... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
MASSAGE Magazine Debuts Digital Subscription
MASSAGE Magazine digital subscription is now available. This new digital flip book was designed by the company to provide massage therapy professionals with instant access to the publication. - May 30, 2009 - The Doyle Group
Acclaimed Comedy Writer Publishes Wrongsized—Become Chronically Unemployed in 26 Easy Steps
Outskirts Press author and humor writer Larry Solomon takes a timely look at unemployment in his new book, Wrongsized — Become Chronically Unemployed in 26 Easy Steps. It’s a story about an unemployed executive struggling to find a job in today’s market, and, not surprisingly,... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Trash Talkin' Cookin' Club, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction Book from Reedville, VA Author Gerri Palmer
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Trash Talkin' Cookin' Club by Gerri Palmer, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Paperback in the Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a suggested retail price of... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Lakota Headhunters, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Fiction Book from Northglenn, CO Author Tim Long
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Lakota Headhunters: Talking Leaves: The Crazy Horse Conspiracies by Tim Long, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 6.14 x 9.21 Hardback w/ jacket in the Fiction category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces A Friend Sent from Heaven for Andrew, the Highly-Anticipated Children's Literature - Storytelling Book from Hemet, CA Author Laverne Gray
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published A Friend Sent From Heaven For Andrew: A little boy finds his self experiencing loneliness because his family had to move because of financial hardships Which is causing the children to have social problems! by LaVerne Gray Trembinsky, which is the author's most... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Redemption Comes Before the Fall, New Memoir Reveals How a Convicted Murderer Became a Successful LA Lawyer
Outskirts Press author Moses Hall is not your average attorney. He’s a recovering alcoholic and drug abuser from a background of poverty and hardship. But this is not what makes him unique. Moses Hall is also a convicted murderer who spent seven years in prison before turning his life around. - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Outskirts Press Announces Phone Calls from the Fifth Tee - The Mulligan, the Latest Highly-Anticipated Devotional Book from Pooler, GA Author Tom Nichols
Outskirts Press, Inc. has published Phone Calls from the Fifth Tee - The Mulligan by Tom Nichols, which is the author's most recent book to date. The 5.5 x 8.5 Paperback cream in the Devotional category is available worldwide on book retailer websites such as Amazon and Barnes & Noble for a... - May 30, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Sharply Declining Wood Costs for Pulpmills Worldwide in the 1Q 2009, According to Wood Resource Quarterly
Wood costs, the largest cost component when producing wood pulp, have fallen substantially in all regions of the world the past nine months. The biggest reductions have occurred in western North America, Oceania, Latin America and the Nordic countries, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. - May 29, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
For Rent Media Solutions™ Launches Unique Intuitive Search Function Exclusively on ForRent.com
New search function brings “smarter search” experience to leading apartment Web site - May 29, 2009 - For Rent Media Solutions
Hospital-Physician Alignment: Best Strategies and Models for Developing Successful Relationships to be Subject of New Webcast
Health Resources Publishing is pleased to sponsor a new webcast, Hospital-Physician Alignment: Best Strategies and Models for Developing Successful Relationships. Hospital-physician alignment has become a critically important element of a hospital and health system strategy and is the subject of a... - May 29, 2009 - Health Resources Publishing
New Forensics Title Transforms Students Into Criminal Investigators
Walch Education, a leading publisher of educational materials, has announced the publication of Hands-On Science: Forensics. The new title targets middle- and high-school students and may be ordered at www.walch.com. The latest addition to the acclaimed Hands-On Science series studies the science... - May 29, 2009 - Walch Education
Worksite Magazine Launches the 1st Online Monthly Magazine Dedicated Exclusively to Mini Medical Plans, Limited Medical Plans, Worksite Products & Voluntary Benefits
Worksite Magazine has just launched the 1st online, monthly magazine dedicated exclusively to Mini Medical Plans, Limited Medical Plans, worksite products and voluntary benefits. The Worksite Magazine features articles by experts in the industry. The Worksite Magazine covers important cutting edge topics, such as sales and marketing, enrollment, attraction and retention, cutting edge new products, and much more. - May 28, 2009 - Voluntary Benefits & Worksite Magazine
BrainSpark Media Named as a Webby Awards Official Honoree This Award is the Latest Among Many Awards the Interactive Agency Won for GeoEye.com
BrainSpark Media, a Denver-based interactive agency, has been recognized as an Official Honoree of The 13th Annual Webby Awards for the GeoEye Web site in the Science category. BrainSpark Media has won three additional Web site awards for the GeoEye site, www.geoeye.com, including a Technology Standard of Excellence WebAward from the Web Marketing Association, a Silver W3 Award from the International Academy of the Visual Arts (IAVA) and a Silver Davey Award also from the IAVA. - May 28, 2009 - BrainSpark Media
Dispatch from the Sandwich Generation: New Memoir Chronicles Life Lessons from Care of Daughter’s Elderly Parents
Like a growing number of baby boomers, Ursula Hanks was nervous at the prospect of caring for her elderly parents. But the experience triggered soul-searching that’s resulted in a remarkable and moving new memoir that examines the importance of family--and is giving hope to others who find... - May 28, 2009 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Launch of Macmillan Dictionary Online
The new online edition of the award‐winning Macmillan English Dictionary, has been launched. The dictionary is already used in print and CD‐ROM format by English speakers in 140 countries worldwide. - May 28, 2009 - Macmillan Publishers Limited
"The Worldwide UAV Market Will Expand Significantly Next Decade," Announced by Brand New Visiongain Defence Report
The Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) Market 2009-2019. Visiongain market study reviews leading UAV programmes and products, with the prospects and outlook for providers of UAV systems and technologies. - May 28, 2009 - visiongain
Xlibris Parent Company ASI Leads Global Independent Publishing
Self-publishing company, Author Solutions Inc., is now the global leader in the fasted growing segment of the publishing industry. - May 28, 2009 - Xlibris Publisher
U.S West Coast Roundtable
This Roundtable deals with how hedge funds and start-ups can overcome their biggest challenge: securing seeding/funding, how to raise assets and how to "become institutional." Seasoned hedge fund investors and consultants offer in-depth, detailed advice and strategies how hedge funds and start-up can successfully address these issues and grow their business. The Opalesque West Coast Roundtable can be download from here: http://www.opalesque.com/RT/RoundtableSF.html - May 28, 2009 - Opalesque Ltd
New Web Conference -- Smart-Grid Security Solutions: How to Secure the Smart Grid from Day One
Listen as a panel of smart-grid security experts provides insights into the latest developments for securing the grid as it continues to grow. - May 28, 2009 - Smart Grid Today
As Recession Hits Men Hardest, Author Offers Top 5 Mistakes New Stay-at-Home Dads Are Likely to Make and How to Avoid Them
T.J. McKenna, author of the book “Caution: Men at House Work” offered his thoughts and advice with a Top 5 list of mistakes that newly at home dads are most likely to make and how their breadwinning wives can help to smooth the transition from office to apron. - May 28, 2009 - Grace Creek Press
Smashed Ink: New Arts and Entertainment Magazine Beta Preview Online
Smashed Ink Magazine is a new online publication featuring fiction, music, art, photography, food, commentary,and features. - May 27, 2009 - Smashed Ink Magazine
The Greatest Unknown American Hero?
New Book Tells of Plantation Owner Who Freed 500 Slaves. - May 27, 2009 - New Virginia Publications
Introducing the Exciting New Bull City Arts Series
Innovative new weekly series designed to highlight the thriving arts scene in the city of Durham. - May 27, 2009 - Urban Echoes Entertainment
National Lifestyle Magazine Launches Film Festival for Massive Singles Market
BLUfilm Shortfest, a festival created by Magazine BLU to expose filmmakers to the vast demographic of single moviegoers, has opened its call for entries. In turn, the BLUfilm Shortfest will provide a voice to singles throughout America. More info: www.magazineblu.com. - May 27, 2009 - Magazine BLU
Lana Dajani Debuts
Lana Dajani reads and signs copies of her first book, My Letter to President Obama. - May 27, 2009 - Twenty Stories Publishing
Frolic with the Stars on Astroteaze: Zodiacts™ Celestial Lunar Tees
Wear the stars. Artist Donna McGarry joyfully presents her celestially inspired line of astrology t-shirts and paraphernalia. The whimsical lunar oriented tees can be found on cafepress.com/Astroteaze. Find your inner star in a reflective Pisces tee or jet with daredevil Andy Aries on a skate through the cosmos. - May 26, 2009 - Zodiacts
Rocky Hollow Press Rolls Out Illustrated Book -- Peter Pigeon of Snug Harbor
• National Roll-Out of award-winning book Peter Pigeon of Snug Harbor will take place on National Pigeon day, June 13, 2009. • Former East Village performance artist & rock musician, Ed Weiss reinvents himself as children’s book writer/illustrator on Staten Island. - May 26, 2009 - Rocky Hollow Press
Japanese Log Imports Fell 34% in 2008 – US Replaces Russia as the Leading Supplier to Japan
Importation of logs to Japan has declined for four consecutive years and was in 2008, 34 percent lower than the previous year and 50 percent lower than in 2004, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. Practically the entire decline from 2007 has been that of Russian shipments and the US has now become the leading supplier of logs to Japan. - May 24, 2009 - Wood Resources International LLC
The Voice Magazine Spotlights Judge Andrew Napolitano
The Voice magazine interviewed Judge Andrew Napolitano for its summer issue. Freedom fighters can listen to a sneak peak of the interview at online. - May 24, 2009 - The Voice Magazine
2009 Arizona Book Awards: Top Arizona Books and Publishers Recognized at Arizona Club Gala Event
The Arizona Book Publishing Association hosted its annual Arizona Book Awards presentation on May 9, 2009 at the Arizona Club in downtown Phoenix. The black-tie event was attended by authors, publishers, and designers who gathered to celebrate the publishing excellence of books produced during 2008. - May 24, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association
New Book by Louay Fatoohi from Luna Plena Publishing: "The Mystery of the Messiah"
The Mystery of the Messiah: The Messiahship of Jesus in the Qur'an, New Testament, Old Testament, and Other Sources - May 24, 2009 - Luna Plena Publishing
Astor Piazzolla’s, Maria de Buenos Aires, Opera Tango
Legendary Argentinean Composer Astor Piazzolla’s Maria de Buenos Aires A Full Performance of the Acclaimed Opera Tango Available on DVD July 28 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of Astor Piazzolla’s Maria de Buenos Aires This program will be available on DVD July 28, 2009 for... - May 24, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
New Report Released: The Russian Media Market
Announcing the release of "The Russian Media Market," a report by media analyst William Dunkerley that discusses the risks and opportunities of Russia's print publishing market. - May 24, 2009 - William Dunkerley Publishing Consultants
Irish Empire on DVD
The Irish Empire The Complete Five-part Series About the Irish Abroad Available on DVD July 28, 2009 Kultur is proud to announce the DVD release of the acclaimed five-part documentary series that explores the history of worldwide Irish emigration. This complete series will be available on a... - May 24, 2009 - Kultur International Films Ltd
"Rx-to-OTC Switching and the Continuing Importance of Emerging Pharma Markets Will Drive OTC Sales Growth from 2009 Onwards," Announced Visiongain Brand New Report
OTC pharma is influenced by changes in consumer spending - but significant commercial opportunities for OTC switching will drive market expansion worldwide – Visiongain new report explains. - May 24, 2009 - visiongain
Arizona Book Publishing Association Announces 2009 Book Award Finalists
The finalists for the 2009 Arizona Book Awards hosted by the Arizona Book Publishing Association have been determined from more than 120 entries. Winners will be announced at a black-tie optional awards banquet that will be held May 9th at the Arizona Club in downtown Phoenix. - May 23, 2009 - Arizona Book Publishing Association