Minnesota Books News (United States)

Authors Pamela Cory, Pendred Noyce, and Leonard Borman have all received recognition for their great writing with selections as Award-Winning Finalists.

Bikers connected with Chicago gangsters kidnap a six year old. After a two year hiatus the BoonieRats reunite and mobilize to rescue the son Jake Olson never knew he had, only to get caught up in a Mob war.

Stone Arch Books, an imprint of Capstone, a leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is bringing award-winning author Kate McMullan’s popular Myth-o-Mania series back into print.

Stone Arch Books, an imprint of Capstone, has signed with legendary skateboarding pioneer Tony Hawk to create Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution, a new action-adventure, sci-fi series for kids.

Harvey Mackay, New York Times bestselling author, syndicated columnist and nationally renowned business speaker, has crossed into the realm of social media.

Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is making membership in the Colorado Association of Libraries (CAL) and the Georgia Library Media Association (GLMA) even more rewarding.

Publish Green's Mark Levine, CEO and Emily Gable, E-publishing Coordinator, to give away $1,000 Premium E-Publishing Package at Tribal Blogs Conference.

Winning Characters to be Illustrated by Eisner Award-Winner Art Baltazar in Upcoming DC Super-Pets Book

The $10 Million Dollar Employee: When your most toxic liability meets your most important customer!

Publication announcement of "Hassie Calhoun: A Las Vegas Novel of Innocence" -- available June 1, 2011

Radiqx Press announces the release of InDesign On-Demand: Low Budget Publishing Digitally-a book to enable non-profits, pastors, and new authors to publish books and booklets quickly and economically.

"Uncovering the Logic of English" powerfully demonstrates how explicit reading instruction would revolutionize education and benefit math and science minded students. The information in this book is as foundational to education as 1+1=2.

Back in print books of Bill Watkins are now here with Scarletta Press!

Continuing its efforts to promote student literacy and encourage reading over the summer vacation, Cartwright School District in Phoenix, Ariz., is investing in summer reading by giving more than 100,000 books to its 18,000 students.

Historical fiction author RW Holmen of Northfield jumps from the 1st century world of the Roman empire to the turbulent sixties and the Vietnam War, from Biblical fiction to short stories--vignettes of the Vietnam experience.

Dara Beevas, Vice President of Beaver’s Pond Press, to share insights on transitioning from blog to book in today’s competitive market.

Many of you may know Crystal Rayne from her humorous blog site or past books, but now Crystal is going Cyber with her latest historical romance book.

Mordred: Son of Arthur by Trina Dienger was released 03/23/2011. This book is the newest Arthurian Legend fictional account to date. Curious about other Arthurian characters like the Lady of the Lake? Look no further.

"It was a dark and stormy night, and my [pet]..."-prompted short stories wanted for the Petlitzer Prize Contest, hosted by "Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss" author Sid Korpi and "The Dog Doctor" Robert Forto. Deadline is May 31, 2011.

"The Woodsman' is a whimsical vignette of a day spent in the hardwood hills of central Minnesota. It is also a brief retrospective of the life of an old man as winter draws near. Available online in eBook format.

Capstone has named Ashley Andersen Zantop Group Publisher and General Manager of Capstone imprints Capstone Press, Compass Point Books, Picture Window Books, and Stone Arch Books.

Demand for the definitive user's guide that provides specific guidance on practical matters to address when a loved one dies warrants 2nd Edition.

On June 1, 2011, "Hassie Calhoun: A Las Vegas Novel of Innocence" by Pamela Cory will be appearing in bookstores everywhere. Projected to be flying off the shelves just as quickly as it arrives, "Hassie" has recently undergone a makeover.

Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, debuts “Make Stuff”, a new section on its website CapstoneKids.com, a free resource featuring safe and appropriate content for children.

Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is seeking applicants for its scholarship program which assists full-time college students.

Author Christina Li Gives Insight into How to Overcome Anxiety and Live the Life God Has for You.

Twin Cities author Artemis Sere schedules signing event of "Obscurious" at the Saint Paul Bagelry, Roseville, MN for Saturday, February 19, 2011.

Twin Cities author Artemis Sere releases first book of "The Bonesetter's Revenge" anthology with “Obscurious”, an interactive collection of poetry, short fiction, photography and graphic art.

Minneapolis based Scarletta Press announces launch of a children’s book line by acquiring Lost in Lexicon: an Adventure in Words and Numbers by Pendred Noyce. "It’s just the combination of braininess, humor, and adventure we were looking for..."

Ty Alexander Huynh gives a piece of fiction history to fans of grand Celtic fairytales and adventures

The new book “BS/MD Programs-The Complete Guide: Getting into Medical School from High School” will provide high achieving high school students who want guaranteed admission to medical school a guide to each step in the admission process.

Capstone is partnering with School Library Journal to offer new or renewing SLJ subscribers 10,000 Capstone Rewards Bonus Points.

Picture Window Books (a division of Capstone) is proud to introduce DC Super-Pets, a new line of adventure books for young readers featuring the crime-fighting pets of everyone’s favorite super heroes.

Super CEO and author Steven L. Blue launches a new publishing company, Super CEO Press, that will develop and release cutting-edge leadership and business titles for executives seeking to gain insight from the experience of others.

Mr. Betcher has published a series of "Beck" suspense/thriller novels.THE 19TH ELEMENT, a James Becker Thriller and THE MISSING ELEMENT, A James Becker Mystery. His latest release is A Higher Court, One Man's Search for the Truth of God's Existence

Author John L. Betcher boldly places the existence of God on trial in his extraordinary new book A Higher Court: One Man's Search for the Truth of God's Existence.

Capstone, the leading publisher of children’s books and digital products and services, is donating 300,000 overstock books to Books for Africa, the largest shipper of donated text and library books to the African continent.

A young man's life takes unexpected turns when he follows signs into blind corners and finds that reality is much deeper than he understood in this inspiring memoir and discussion, just right for the holiday and Christmas season.

Economic and environmental turmoil is straining a strong and faithful church, but predictions of further difficult times will break it if forgotten principles are not remembered.

Through Dec. 31, 2011, new or renewing members of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL) will receive 10,000 Capstone Rewards Bonus Points which can be redeemed for books with Capstone and their collective divisions.

Flying Word, Inc. announces the release of their new 3D audiobook -- Treasure Island, The Experience -- on Robert Louis Stevenson's 160th birthday.

Holiday parties and business events provide people with many opportunities to build relationships, if they realize how to strategically use small talk.

FlyingWord, Inc. , an eBook innovator announced that it will release the first-ever interactive 3D audiobook: Treasure Island, The Experience for the iPad including an audio performance synchronized to original text combined 3D interactive elements.

Jeff Rathermel chosen as leader to define and implement expanded artistic vision

Suspense novel One Lowly Angel written by author Bill Ellingsen captures the attention of varied audiences by crossing into the realm of mainstream fiction while holding the gearheads’ interest.

Capstone has launched Capstone Connect, the official corporate blog designed to provide an inside look at children’s publishing and a forum for readers to share what’s on their mind.

Dave Sheets was downsized in February, 2010. Needing an income, he opened two bargain book 'events' stores in the Twin Cities to support his family, and along the way, was able to create jobs and provide important resources to the community.

Our reality is examined in the book 3rd Compass with a unique mix of scientific research, spiritual discussion, and memoir to examine its foundations and our place in it. Author uses a diverse background to discuss faith from a logical perspective.

The protagonist is a young woman who discovers her father may have been involved in her mother’s death.

"Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss" by animal chaplain/author Sid Korpi has won its third literary award, having been named "The Best Book of the Year" in the self-help category by Premier Book Awards.