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Writers Pitch Book which connects writers with agents, editors and Hollywood producers is opening submissions for Spring 2012. The Pitch Book goes out to twice annually and features pitches for fiction books, non-fiction books, and screenplays.

ForeWord is pleased to announce the winner of its debut fiction competition, ForeWord Firsts. John Patrick Lowrie took the honors with his Summer/Autumn 2011 release Dancing With Eternity (Camel Press, 978-1-60381-810-0)

Footprints Foundation’s mission is to improve mortality rates of mothers and infants by training skilled midwives and traditional birth attendants in the essentials of Maternal and New Born care.  

Emily Hill, owner of A.V. Harrison Publishing spills the secret ingredients of how to grab attention for your eBooks on the global market in her updated guide for self-publishers, 'Self-Publishing for Smart Cookies'.

From A Writer's POV has revamped its online magazine and its Print Edition. Featuring some great authors and writers this edition, check out the January 2012 Edition. Happy New Year!

From A Writer's POV has released its December 2011 Edition. This special Edition features authors only and gives highlight to authors of various genres.

Over 100 authors, illustrators, storytellers and entertainers will join more than 90 exhibitors at the 8th Annual Children’s Book Festival at Orange Coast College on Sunday, Oct. 2nd.

The Price of Life, T.M. Nienaber's debut novel is a story about what happens when a necromancer and a politician get together to take control of a country already on the verge of an apocalyptic war and the disaster that follows.

Greenleaf Book Group announces a groundbreaking Platform Development program for authors and professionals looking to build their brand and grow their audience

Husband and wife authors Dean Anthony Gratton and Sarah-Jayne Gratton have co-authored a new book on social media 'Zero to 100,000' which is already a best-seller, based upon pre-orders alone.

Dart Publishing Ltd. Officially launches BlogShouts, a new website dedicated to helping blog authors connect with interested readers in a free, fast, and fun manner.

Angela Booth has introduced a new writing guide: "Kindle Gold Rush -- Auto Pilot Income For Writers". This program helps writers to self-publish their ebooks on Amazon's Kindle platform.

Settlement Vindicates Rights of Authors and Public, Clears Path For Sequel

Jennifer Rai announces the launch of her new website, dailyBlogma.com. With an impressive list of over 200 industry-leading authors already submitting content to the site, Daily Blogma is coming out of the gates with great momentum.

Writers Pitch Book which connects writers with agents, editors and Hollywood producers is opening submissions for Spring 2012. The Pitch Book goes out to twice annually and features pitches for fiction books, non-fiction books, and screenplays.

More than 20 of Long Island's best authors will be at Martha Clara Vineyards on Sunday, April 22 from noon until 4 PM.

Authors need to educate themselves on the evolving book industry and its marketplace especially with some 90,000 books published each month in the USA and the e-book numbers continually rising. Authors especially need to know the ABCs of publicity.

A family legacy built on a wild land. A struggle for love, justice and survival.

Who: Local authors Lydia Meyer, Chris Stralyn, and Jean Martinelli What: Local Authors Tea Party When: Tuesday, February 21st, 6:30pm. Where: Walker Memorial Library 1522 Ruddiman Drive N. Muskegon, MI 49445

ForeWord is pleased to announce the winner of its debut fiction competition, ForeWord Firsts. John Patrick Lowrie took the honors with his Summer/Autumn 2011 release Dancing With Eternity (Camel Press, 978-1-60381-810-0)

The book offers valuable tips and resources on how to get more exposure for your new business. It shows you how to create a buzz about who you are and what you do so others can find and be interested in you.

Footprints Foundation’s mission is to improve mortality rates of mothers and infants by training skilled midwives and traditional birth attendants in the essentials of Maternal and New Born care.  

Essence Magazine Best-selling Author and National Book Club Conference President Curtis Bunn continues to showcase his new novel “A Cold Hard Piece.” Mr. Bunn kickoffs the 2012 Author's Share Literary Series on Wednesday February 29th at 7pm.

“They needed the Raven King, needed him more than anyone could know. Without the Raven King, all would fail. Without the Raven King, they were stuck.” —excerpt from The Raven King.

I Am Wolf by Joann H. Buchanan will be available FREE for a limited time on Amazon!

Deli Boy Restaurant Owners Mr. & Mrs. Bowman, are excited to extend business hours by offering customers something a little extra. They proudly host Authors Share, a book reading/discussion series featuring national and local authors.

Join Jeff W. Horton in the celebration of another great review.

Emily Hill, owner of A.V. Harrison Publishing spills the secret ingredients of how to grab attention for your eBooks on the global market in her updated guide for self-publishers, 'Self-Publishing for Smart Cookies'.

An online training program on January 19, 2012, shows nonfiction authors how to build their author platform, grow a mailing list, and make money with teleseminars and webinars, all from the comfort of their home or office.

World Castle Publishing announces a new line up for the month of January 2012. Karen Fuller, owner of World Castle Publishing, is proud to say that she has found some of the hottest stories that will make your heart race as you turn the page.

From A Writer's POV has revamped its online magazine and its Print Edition. Featuring some great authors and writers this edition, check out the January 2012 Edition. Happy New Year!

Steve Knopper, contributing editor for Rolling Stone, author of "Appetite for Self-Destruction: The Spectacular Crash of the Record Industry in the Digital Age" to speak at Institute of Management Consultants-Colorado Jan 13, 2012 Breakfast Program

Boyer's New Cozy Mystery Features Retired Gumshoe Granny Bess Bullock

In this newly released eBook edition, Author Lynda Schultz pens a heartwarming story about fraternal twins who overcome hardship in order to learn the strength of family bonds and sisterly love.

Beverly Mahone says her book was written to help fellow boomers who are transitioning from corporate America into their own businesses or entrepreneurship. In the book, she offers 8 Killer Tips to help create a positive media image at midlife.

A lot of effort goes into publishing a book. Now the hard part, marketing it. An effective and effortless way to get your title noticed is to enter it in a book awards program. See why...

From A Writer's POV has released its December 2011 Edition. This special Edition features authors only and gives highlight to authors of various genres.

L.M. Stull, Publisher and Founder of Black Kettle Publishing, is happy to announce the release of her debut novel, A Thirty-Something Girl, which is scheduled for December 15, 2011.

As a tie-in to her new psychic paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn, author Stacy Juba is sponsoring a holiday giveaway on her web site from an energy healer and angel healing practitioner. The winner will receive an intuitive reading valued at $45.

Click a Fix are sponsoring Michael, a twenty year old student at the University of Hull as a part of promoting literature and the arts in the Hull and East Riding area.

The annual awards presented at the joint meeting of the N.C. Literary and Historical Association and the Federation of Historical Societies honor the best adult and student N.C. writers, and one recognizes achievement in dramatic arts.

ISN Works next workshop for speakers, coaches, trainers, consultants and authors will be held in Knoxville, TN on February 10-11, 2012.

Release from the CEO/Publisher Dominique Watson about current events.

Bestselling author and iconographer Michael O’Brien is coming to northern California for a series of appearances and presentations, Nov. 14-20, related to his new book from Ignatius Press, The Father’s Tale.

Are you selling as many books as you’d like? ‘Amazon for Authors’ can help you give your book more exposure and become more than just another book on the net.

Bestselling author and syndicated Catholic radio host Teresa Tomeo will host a live Web event to discuss and field questions about her new book, EXTREME MAKEOVER.

Three students at A-rated Olympic Heights Community High School in Boca Raton, Fla. have had their works published in an anthology by Oce.

Thirteen authors from Chester County, PA have joined together to create ‘Chester County Fiction’ a collection of sixteen short stories based in and around the Chester County.

Allison Scardino Belzer, Armstrong Atlantic State University assistant professor of history, is the new editor of the recently published textbook Documents in World History (Pearson, 2011), volumes 1 and 2.

"Self-publishing a manuscript is an intricate and painstaking process,” explains Emily Hill. Ms. Hill discusses her reasoning for publishing a ‘Broadcast Edition’ of the how-to self publish guide, ‘All Smart Cookies Can Self Publish’.

Are readers looking for the unique and the outspoken? Are writers looking for freedom and support? Author, visionary, and internet radio host Crystal Storm, a.k.a. DCS, is offering the solution to both with her latest venture – SVT Publishing.

Books on the House is building a community of readers by bringing books, authors, and readers together under one roof. Authors feature their books for a week at a time, giving away free copies at the end of the week to random entrants.

Authors, do you want to learn how to leverage Facebook marketing to increase exposure, build fans and sell more books? If so, “Get Your Facebook Page Done!” is just what you’ve been waiting for.

Going to press for Winter Edition ~ Free Shipping* offered on Autumn 2011 'All Smart Cookies Can Self Publish' guide. Fast and Free to-your-door offer is being made by well-known Self-Publishing expert. Learn how to IndiePub from a workshop expert!

Provato Marketing Brings Award Winning Authors and Artists to Students Around the World

Over 100 authors, illustrators, storytellers and entertainers will join more than 90 exhibitors at the 8th Annual Children’s Book Festival at Orange Coast College on Sunday, Oct. 2nd.

Phoenix book consultant sponsors 5 contests to generate interest in Banned Books Week, Sept. 24-Oct. 1, 2011. Participants are to use writing, video, and/or graphics to explore the concept of FREADOM and awareness of continuing censorship in the US.

The Price of Life, T.M. Nienaber's debut novel is a story about what happens when a necromancer and a politician get together to take control of a country already on the verge of an apocalyptic war and the disaster that follows.

Greenleaf Book Group announces a groundbreaking Platform Development program for authors and professionals looking to build their brand and grow their audience

Learn about the benefits to Insight Publishing's co-authored book projects.

Find out more about publishing your own book or our co-authored book projects.

ISNworks provides services that can help speakers, coaches, trainers, consultants and authors. The top benefits you will find in this article.

An historic music video for contemporary gothic suspense, "The House on Black Lake" is scheduled for release late September, 2011.

Convincing emerging authors the importance of maintaining the highest publishing standards is one of the challenges of a leading ‘IndiePub’ coach, Emily Hill. The independent publisher touts pro book covers, sharp editing, aggressive marketing.