Illinois Books News (United States)

Hellfire Publishing is not accepting unsolicited submissions, proposals, manuscripts, or submission queries at this time.

Jacquée Thomas, known as Jacquée T., has a knack for inspiring people's romantic side. This poetry book, with poems, quotes and essays by her, is one example.

Sleeping Love by the very popular and talented Sara Curran-Ross has been released and is available on Amazon & Smashwords and will be coming soon to other outlets.

The first new short story published in a year by American writer Doug Shiloh makes its appearance in Canada's Zouch magazine in late January. To celebrate this fun piece of fiction, Shiloh will record an mp3 of the tale for his fans.

A New Platform for Authors—Faster, More Flexible, and with Reader Feedback

Anyone interested in volunteering as a literacy tutor can attend an orientation, Jan. 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the College of Lake County.

This collection of conversations between celebrity intellectual Marc Lamont Hill and famed political prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal is a shining example of African American men speaking for themselves about the many forces impacting their lives.

By the looks of the video, this novel seems a natural to be a movie someday. At turns hilarious and dark, the first book trailer for the novel "Pookoo" by Doug Shiloh hits the web and the target is YouTube.

The Canadian publication ZOUCH will publish a new Doug Shiloh short story in January titled "The Paparazzo."

The Skokie dentists at Dental Professionals of Old Orchard, announce the debut of their latest eBook entitled “The Crowning Touch – 9 Things You Should Know About Dental Crowns”.

Chicago indie author and publisher of horror novels and thriller, Bryan W. Alaspa, had a truly successful holiday promotion where his novels were downloaded over 10,000 times by Amazon Kindle users.

Merry Christmas? Not really. Happy New Year? You doubt it. Yes, sounds like you've got the holiday blues. You've heard too many Christmas tunes? Or maybe you need a new job. You need something for your holiday hangover. This novel might be the cure.

Chicago Paranormal Author, Spirit Feeler, Medium and Paranormal Host, Edward Shanahan published in 2011 his digital book. Now it can be found on Amazon for the Kindle Reader in time for the Holidays and new Kindle owners.

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

'Milk and Oranges,' a collection of short fiction and essays examining life, love, and the tragedy and comedy of the human condition, has been published as an e-book by award-winning writer Charlene Wexler.

In response to the demands of the educational publishing industry for greater accuracy and faster turn time, Quarasan has launched a new company named CHECKPrōz. CHECKPrōz offers editorial support services to protect content accuracy.

Discover how you can save now 20% OFF during the Cyber Sale on these Christmas Gifts of proven winning Strategy based Pick 3 & Pick 4 Lottery Systems which make top and unique Christmas Shopping Holiday Gifts.

Mom of two college students creates an organizer with a slice of motherly advice for college students and young working adults to help them manage money, time, personal information, health and social life.

Beginning today, Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2011 and running through Cyber Monday, November 28 at 11:59pm PST, Bob Walsh Enterprises is offering their plumeria care guide, How To Grow Plumeria – Frangipani Anytime Anywhere!, at $10 OFF.

Hellfire Publishing will be featuring four holiday stories for you to enjoy for free for the holidays over the next four weeks, right here on the Herald.

Author mixes sorcery, fairies, gnomes, and witchcraft in the new young adult fantasy novel, Jasmine and the Lamps of Spells.

This month Creative Child created a new category - "nurturing eye development" - within Parenting Aids - for award-winning baby books "Eye Games for Baby" and "Baby's First Stroller Book". Available now, these books fill a void in the baby market.

Author Loreen Niewenhuis, who walked the perimeter of Lake Michigan beginning on Navy Pier in 2009, makes appearances in Madison, WI, and Chicago, IL, December 2011 to showcase her bestselling book “A 1000-Mile Walk on the Beach”

Vampires, NY time’s bestselling authors and the French Quarter are the ingredients for a perfect evening.

Third World Press, the oldest Black Publisher Releases 44 on 44: Forty-Four African American Writers on the Election of Barack Obama. This collection of essays, poetry and reflections features 44 writers, artists and thinkers on Barack Obama

Bringing Joy Club Launches November 2011 Highly anticipated launch is now Live!

Rick Goldschmidt's highly anticipated 3rd book, Rankin/Bass' Mad Monster Party is the story behind the feature film produced by animation pioneers, Arthur Rankin, Jr. and Jules Bass. Now available in hardbound and softbound editions.

Jay Conrad Levinson & Andrew Neitlich recently released their new book, “Guerrilla Marketing: Job Escape Plan” featuring stories & insights from more than 100 successful entrepreneurs, including Sylver Consulting President, Brianna Sylver.

Character Education Consultant and Author Strives to Restore Heroes and Dreams to Our Youth!

Author Bryan Cohen has just released his book, The Post-College Guide to Happiness, a self-help guide focused on happiness, which is available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Smashwords and is coming soon to all fine online retailers.

Chicago horror novelist Bryan W. Alaspa has now released his latest novel of terror and horror, called "The Dead Phone," in print as well as eBook format.

The program, entitled 'Hounds4Heroes', is a coordinated effort with The National Institute of Canine Experts (NICE) and provides training for service dogs at no charge

This timely non-fiction book is about America's Boom and Bust decade and the "Corporatocracy", which caused it. We'd developed a super-size everything lifestyle, and the Great Recession, almost is the needed slap in the face, a reminder to dial back.

Angelica Harris helps ‘Shine the Light’ on domestic violence with new memoir, "Living with Rage"

Bob Walsh announces a very special Columbus Day Weekend Sale of his plumeria care guide, How To Grow Plumeria - Frangipani Anytime Anywhere.

Debut of Traci Houston's "Blood Drive" features strong characters, complex relationships and an unusual storyline to satisfy adventure-loving audience.

Third World Press opens up to Black bloggers by allowing them to preview is books during the prepublication stage. This is typically when most major newspapers and columnists receive copies to review.

Today marks the special day that Hellfire Publishing releases two of their full length novels in print. In honor of this special occasion, one lucky buyer will get a chance to win a year supply of e-books and one print book of their choice.

In this book, the reader will learn how to change the emotional landscape of their life forever with Dr. O'Brien's five principles: Thinking, Feelings, Moods, Separate Realities, and The Present Moment.

Living through transformational times can be difficult.It is Schell's observations that people from big cities to small towns coast to coast were longing for a simpler lifestyle.One that is rooted in relationships and not "Stuff" that is purchased

For immediate access, go to Amazon.com George Clive Hook and click on The Commander's Wife

BUFFALO GROVE, IL - Adoption ARK has compiled a reading list for parents of internationally adopted chidlren. Adoption ARK believes a good parent is an educated parent!

William Brian Johnson’s mega e-novel, Hell to Pay has been unleashed and is immediately available on Amazon & Smashwords, coming soon to many more outlets.

Third World Press announces the launch of its social media friendly website TWPBooks.com. The site allows consumers to connect and shop with the Press much more easily.

HHV known as Hip Hop in the Ville was created to showcase the Urban Scene of Nashville Tennessee and surrounding areas for various artists

Jerry Christensen recovered against impossible odds. This notice is to announce the program he invented to help people feel good, the world record he set and the potential upcoming book

Author Max Elliot Anderson grew up hating to read. Now he writes adventures and mysteries for young readers 8 - 13.

One man’s personal exploration unveils a raw, shocking history that elicits both fear and hope for orphaned children in America.

The program educates students about the importance of proper animal nutrition and holistic health including proper animal food preparation

Maybe, just maybe, we can help the future generations to live a long life and our hope, goal and mission is to one day also see less evasive treatments.