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June 2009
Sohebel receives honorable mention in the New York Book Festival | Posted June 30, 2009
Sohebel, by Christiane Shumake, received an honorable mention in the fiction category of the 2009 New York Book Festival. The New York Book Festival is an annual celebration of books that deserve greater recognition from the publishing capitol of the world, New York City. Book details >>
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Zhu featured in Monterey County Now | Posted June 30, 2009
| Monterey County Now, a digital newspaper serving Monterey County, Calif., featured Judy Zhu, author of Modern Chinese Cultural Encounters. Zhu will be a part of an author series at Wave Street Studios. Book details >> |
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Pemberton spotlighted in the Herald-Dispatch | Posted June 30, 2009
| The Herald-Dispatch (Huntington, W. VA.) recently highlighted the success of Claudia Pemberton. Pemberton’s novel Love Leaves No One Behind has won many national awards, including being named a finalist in the romance category of the National Indie Excellence Awards. Book details >> |
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Wheeler featured in Taiwan News | Posted June 30, 2009
| Thomas Bruce Wheeler shared the best Sherlockian places in London with the Taiwan News (Taiwan). Wheeler, a Sherlock Holmes expert, knows the best Sherlock Holmes must-sees in London. His book, The New Finding Sherlock’s London serves as a guidebook for tourists interested in Holmes. Book details>> |
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Mobray interviewed on CNN.com | Posted June 30, 2009
| Kaplan Mobray, author of The 10Ks of Personal Branding, recently gave advice to those looking to advance their résumé on CNN.com. Mobray advised those in need of a job to volunteer and build connections on networking sites online. Book details >> |
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The Sound of Hope reviewed in The Star-Ledger | Posted June 30, 2009
The Star Ledger (Newark, N.J.) recently gave a positive review of Anne Bauer’s book The Sound of Hope. The Ledger said, “Her story is unforgettable.” Book details >>
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Reclaiming the Messiah reviewed by Midwest Book Review | Posted June 30, 2009
| Reclaiming the Messiah, by Fred Reiss, was positively reviewed by Midwest Book Review. According to the Review, “Reclaiming the Messiah is religious thriller with a Jewish twist.” Book details >> |
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Houston recalls his experience in World War II in the Los Angeles Sentinel | Posted June 30, 2009
The Los Angeles Sentinel recently featured Ivan J. Houston, author of Black Warriors: The Buffalo Soldiers of World War II. The Sentinel discussed Houston’s time in the historic 92nd infantry and the impact he has since made in the business world. Book details >>
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Kason interviewed on Skeptiko podcast | Posted June 23, 2009
| Yvonne Kason M.D., was recently interviewed on a podcast on Skeptiko, a Web site that researches controversies in science. Kason discussed her book Farther Shores, which details Kason’s many near-death experiences. Book details >> |
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Hekker interviewed on the Today Show | Posted June 23, 2009
Terry Martin Hekker, author of Disregard First Book, recently discussed her book and her experience leading up to in on The Today Show. Hekker was interviewed by Hota Kotb, who suggests the book is a “must read for women of all ages.” Book details >>
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Riehl answers questions on STLtoday.com | Posted June 23, 2009
STLtoday.com asked Janet Riehl, author of Sightlines a few questions about self-publishing. Riehl discussed how the publishing industry has changed in the past 20 years and why she decided to independently publish. Book details >>
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Kaye gives financial advice to parents in the Chicago Tribune | Posted June 23, 2009
Kenneth Kaye, author of Trust Me, helped parents of financially troubled adult children in the Chicago Tribune. Kaye gave parents five ways to help children in debt. Book details >>
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Forbes featured in The Pilot News | Posted June 23, 2009
The Pilot News discussed Kirk Forbes’ relentless research into cervical cancer, the disease that claimed the life of his 23-year-old daughter last year. Forbes’ book, Love Kristen, describes his daughter’s 11 month battle with cancer. Book details >>
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Wysocki digs up dirt in Southtown Star | Posted June 23, 2009
Gina Wysocki, author of Digging up the Dirt, recently told the Southtown Star about linking a family with the long-lost grave of a two-year-old girl. Wysocki, a historian as well as an author, found the gravestone and helped deliver the gravestone from Illinois to Iowa. Book details >>
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Hekker featured in St. Petersburg Times | Posted June 23, 2009
The St. Petersburg Times described Terry Martin Hekker’s recent change of views regarding womanhood. Her book, Disregard First Book, asks women to be prepared by keeping a career. Book details >>
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Wheeler spotlighted in the Sound of Baskervilles’ Ineffable Twaddle | Posted June 23, 2009
| The New Finding Sherlock’s London by Thomas Bruce Wheeler was recognized in the Sound of Baskerville’s monthly publication Ineffable Twaddle. The Sound of Baskerville’s is a scion of the Baker Street Irregulars, an organization for Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts. Book details >> |
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Parks inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame | Posted June 19, 2009
| Jerry Parks, author of ten books including So, You Want to Become a Nationally Board Certified Teacher? was recently inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. Parks teaches social studies in a middle school and has been teaching for 24 years. Book details >> |
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Johnson interviewed on BlogTalkRadio | Posted June 19, 2009
| Jacqueline Foreman of Your Mental Health, a radio show on BlogTalkRadio, recently interviewed author Anita-Louise Johnson. Johnson discussed her historical romance novel, Faithful. Book details >>
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Adventures of the Homeless reviewed by Midwest Book Review | Posted June 19, 2009
| The Midwest Book Review recently reviewed Jagdish R. Singh’s Adventures of the Homeless. According to the review, “A sad look into the experience of the poor, Adventures of the Homeless is absorbing and enlightening all the way to the last page.” Book details >> |
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Wagner wins National Federation of Press Women Communications Contest | Posted June 19, 2009
| Mary Wagner, author of Running with Stilettos, won first in the category of biography and autobiography in the National Federation of Press Women Communications (NFPD) Contest. Wagner will be presented her award at the 2009 NFPD Conference in San Antonio. Book details >> |
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Singh named finalist in Next Generation Indie Book Awards | Posted June 19, 2009
| Adventures of the Homeless by Jagdish R. Singh was a finalist in the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards. Singh’s book placed in the novella category. Book details >> |
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Wheeler featured in the Boston Herald | Posted June 16, 2009
| Thomas Bruce Wheeler was recently featured in the Boston Herald giving travel advice that can be found in his newest book The New Finding Sherlock’s London. Wheeler’s book serves as a guidebook for London tourists interested in the famous detective. Book details >> |
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Chin and the Magic Stones spotlighted in Xconomy Seattle | Posted June 16, 2009
| L.J. Salazar, author of Chin and the Magic Stones, was featured on the online economic journal Xconomy Seattle. The Xconomy described Salazar’s business accomplishments, as well as the success of his children’s book. Book details >> |
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Wheeler featured on Links to Memphis online journal | Posted June 12, 2009
Links to Memphis, an online journal highlighting the news, life and culture of Memphis, Tenn., featured Thomas Wheeler in a recent article. Links to Memphis believes Wheeler’s book The New Finding Sherlock’s London, will come in handy next December, when a new movie about Sherlock Holmes is expected to be released. Book details >>
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The New Finding Sherlock’s London reviewed by The Wichita Eagle | Posted June 12, 2009
| The Wichita Eagle (Wichita, Kan.) featured an interview with Thomas Bruce Wheeler, author of The New Finding Sherlock’s London in a recent article. According to The Eagle, Wheeler’s book “makes it infinitely easier for fans to find what they seek in London.” Book details >> |
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Taylor interviewed in New Criminologist Online Journal | Posted June 10, 2009
| The New Criminologist Online Journal interviewed Gary Taylor, author of Luggage by Kroger, about his past near deadly relationship with a dangerous lawyer, who was convicted for the attempted murder of Taylor in 1981. “Like any good journalist, Taylor has turned his near death experience into a fascinating and riveting true crime tale,” says the New Criminologist. Book details >> |
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Fairfield Weekly features author Daluz | Posted June 10, 2009
| Michael Daluz, author of You Gotta Dance, was interviewed in the Fairfield Weekly about his recent pardon from the state of Connecticut. While being brutally beaten over 20 years ago, Daluz shot a man in the arm to defend himself. Book details >> |
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Daluz in feature story of the New Haven Advocate | Posted June 10, 2009
| Daluz, a recent recipient of a pardon from the state of Connecticut, was featured in a New Haven Advocate story regarding pardons and violent crimes. Daluz defended himself while being beaten by shooting a man in the arm. His book, You Gotta Dance, describes his experiences. Book details >> |
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Daluz featured in the Hartford Advocate | Posted June 10, 2009
The Hartford Advocate featured a story about Michael Daluz, author of You Gotta Dance and recipient of pardon from the state of Connecticut. Dulaz once shot a man in the arm while being beaten nearly to death. The article was also featured in the Fairfield Weekly and the New Haven Examiner. Book details >>
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Wysocki solved the mystery surrounding a baby girl, mentioned in Chicago Tribune | Posted June 9, 2009
Gina Wysocki, author of Digging Up the Dirt and expert in 19th century grave sites, was interested in a small white marble gravestone belonging to a baby girl, found in a grassy pioneer cemetery. Wysocki discovered that the girl, ‘Janete,’ has living descendents, who have been searching for her grave since the 1980s. Wysocki described her research in The Chicago Tribune. Book details >>
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Video Game Play and Addiction won gold in NAPPA Parenting Resource 2009 Awards | Posted June 9, 2009
| Video Game Play and Addiction, by Kourosh Dini, received a gold medal in the 2009 National Parenting Publication Awards (NAPPA) Parenting Resource Awards. NAPPA said the winners of the 2009 awards are “extraordinary in their understanding of the social challenges that children face, helping parents guide their children through difficult situations, and offering innovative ways to learn.” Book details >>
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Holladay interview in Oaks River Examiner | Posted June 5, 2009
The Oaks River Examiner (Houston) interviewed Quinn Holladay about her first novel Dropping the Other Shoe. According to the Examiner, “Dropping the Other Shoe is sure to become a favorite item in many beach bags this summer.” Book details >>
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McDonald spotlighted in the Statesman Journal | Posted June 4, 2009
Kay McDonald, author of five books including Heart in Custody, was featured in the Statesman Journal, (Salem, Ore.). The Journal discussed the release of McDonald’s sixth book, A Perfect Love. According to the article, McDonald is considering retirement but already has plans for another book. Book details>>
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The Perils of Quad reviewed in The Herald Journal | Posted June 3, 2009
Charlene Hirschi of The Herald Journal reviewed Carl Joglar’s book The Perils of Quad. “The storyline is interesting and easy to follow,” Hirschi wrote, “There are enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing.” Book details >>
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How to Mediate Like a Pro won silver in the 2008 ForeWord Magazine Awards | June 3, 2009
| Mary Greenwood’s book How to Mediate Like a Pro received a silver medal in the 2008 ForeWord Magazine Awards. The book won in the category of self help. Book details>> |
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Salazar featured in KirklandViews | June 3, 2009
| Chin and the Magic Stones by L.J. Salazar was featured in KirklandViews, a blog regarding the local news of Kirkland, Wash. The children’s story is about a ten-year-old chin and his adventures with his dog. Book details>> |
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Chin and the Magic Stones among the iUniverse top ten best-selling books | Posted June 3, 2009
Chin and the Magic Stones, by L.J. Salazar, was in the top ten of best-selling books published by iUniverse in April 2009. The children’s book features ten-year-old Chin and his adventures with his dog. Book details >>
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The New Finding Sherlock’s London featured on AT&T Travel | Posted June 2, 2009
AT&T.com featured an interview with Thomas Bruce Wheeler, author of The New Finding Sherlock’s London, in the travel section of their Web site. Wheeler gave tips to future London tourists interested in Sherlock Holmes. Book details >>
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Wheeler shares travel tips on BusinessWeek.com | Posted June 2, 2009
Thomas Bruce Wheeler, author of The New Finding Sherlock's London was featured in an article on BusinessWeek.com. Wheeler discussed famous sites regarding Sherlock Holmes in London. The book includes more that 300 sites. Book details >>
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Hamilton interviewed on Q107 Classic Rock | Posted June 2, 2009
Matt Hamilton was interviewed on the Derringer in the Morning show on Q107 Classic Rock (Toronto). Hamilton talked with John Derringer and Bill Hayes about the travels that lead to the making of his book. Book details >>
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Nepean/Barrhaven EMC featured Gabriel Godard | Posted June 2, 2009
Author Gabriel Godard discussed the release of his most recent book, Babbling Brooks, in the Nepean/Barrhaven EMC (Ottowa/Ontario). In the article, Godard described his thrilling book and whose work provided him inspiration. Book details >>
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Taylor wins bronze in ForeWord Magazine Book Awards | Posted June 2, 2009
Luggage by Kroger, by Gary Taylor, won bronze in the 2008 ForeWord Magazine Book Awards. Taylor’s book won in the category of true crime. Winning books were selected by a panel of librarians and booksellers. Book details >>
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