KAILUA, Hawaii /Publishers Newswire/ — In her new book, ‘Portraits of Aloha Hope,’ local photographer Sohee Chu captures the motivation behind 23 women who live in transitional clean and sober houses provided by Women in Need (WIN) in Hawaii. ‘Each woman’s story is different but the images and words portray a similar spirit of courage and strength,’ says Chu.

FT. WORTH, Texas /Publishers Newswire/ — Award-winning American teen comic book author and publisher Jake Tinsley has taken on another tough subject for kids – both tweens and teens – bullying at school and at home. Again teaming with ‘Manga’ artist Jason Dube, Tinsley’s character ‘Night Owl’ takes wing to fight this crime that affects so many kids.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ — In his new novel, “Jeannie-Centristasis: Volume I – Critical Fusion” (ISBN: 978-0-557-19140-6 trade paper; Lulu Press Inc.), author Everette O. Lemons has taken the hit ’60s television series “I Dream of Jeannie” and resurrected it for the 21st Century. This book contains many graphical and dramatic scenarios, including scenes of eroticism, romance, violent depictions of death, philosophical opinions and discussions pertaining to real world issues, mystery, intrigue, and likewise.

LINCOLN, Neb. /Publishers Newswire/ — Taxpayers can increase their tax savings by at least $250 when they use the 2011 edition of “MONEY For Your Used Clothing.” Most people save hundreds more. Written by Certified …