CINCINNATI, Ohio /Publishers Newswire/ -- A new book, 'Our Whole Life Is Our Whole Responsibility' (ISBN: 978-0578094489), by Michael G. Kamau, and published by Life Energy Publishing, inspires people to take control of their lives.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Publishers Newswire/ -- This year, the Association of American University Presses (AAUP) celebrates the 75th anniversary of its founding in 1937. Both the history of the association and the future of scholarly communications will provide focus for a series of events, including a "University Press Week" in November 2012, to mark the occasion of the AAUP 75th anniversary.

PETERSBURG, Va. /Publishers Newswire/ -- In 'Education Behind Bars' (ISBN: 978-1934597774; Sunbury Press) author Christopher Zoukis makes the case for why all Americans should support education in our prison system. Most Americans don't realize that the United States could save upwards of $60 billion each year by simply educating prisoners. 'Why should the American taxpayer care about people who are incarcerated in our prison system? Simple, it is a true cost-saving measure that should be discussed,' says the author.

DALLAS, Texas /Publishers Newswire/ -- Girls Inc. of Metropolitan Dallas will hold a lecture, 'What is a Girly-Girl?' on Feb. 1, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. in partnership with The Dallas Institute for Humanities and Culture. Author Peggy Orenstein will discuss today's girly-girl culture that influences them from infancy onward.

CHICAGO, Ill. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Unable to find a restaurant ratings' guide that not only incorporated multiple cities, but one that provided unprejudiced and genuine opinions of professional reviewers, author Deborah Gonderil chose to publish 'Restaurants Recommended' (ISBN: 978-1466283176; paperback), compiling a series of sources of reviews from professional food critics.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Publishers Newswire/ -- The Department of State is pleased to announce the forthcoming publication of the 2010 Digest of United States Practice in International Law, covering developments during 2010.

HOLLYWOOD, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Independently produced and not affiliated with the official Ron Paul Campaign, the new 'Pin-Ups for Ron Paul' 2012 calendar features a sexy collection of female activists who believe this is the most innovative way to spread the message of presidential hopeful Ron Paul.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Konrad Ventana's new novel, 'Questing for Uberjoy' (ISBN: 9781462029532), provides a 'compelling journey of discovery for savvy postmodern readers,' revealing vital facets of creativity and achievement through the transformative artistry of literary fiction.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Unexplained thoughts and sensations await readers of "The 22 Best Kept Secrets of All Time," a new 22-book set of beautifully illustrated e-books, holding within a lifetime of "searching, learning, and discovering" by author Reverend Linda Glas. The first title is: Book 1: Your 181 Goodie Bag Gifts From God (ISBN: 978-0984316-04).

WALL, N.J. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Peter Grandich, market commentator and publisher of the internationally-followed Grandich Letter, has released his autobiography entitled "Confessions of a Wall Street Whiz Kid" (ISBN: 978-0615550633; Grandich Publications, LLC).

ATLANTA, Ga. /Publishers Newswire/ -- The launch of the book, "Avoiding Sexual Dangers: A Parent's Guide to Protecting Your Child" (ISBN: 9781463772819), by psychologists and sexual abuse experts Dr. Medlin and Dr. Knauts, was announced this week by Protecting Kids LLC.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Dr. Daryl D. Green and Ms. Noriko Chapman, of PMLA, say that many college students do not make a connection between class instruction and the reality of practical living. However, a local professor along with his former students hopes to share their story to assist others during the economic downturn. Chapman's new book, "Second Chance: An In-depth Case Study on Nonprofit Organization's Resource Allocation and Operational Maximization" (ISBN: 978-1453686263) is co-authored by her LMU professor, Green.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Inventive Minds has created and released "A Workbook For Young Inventors" (ISBN: 978-0983344803). This workbook for kids incorporates colorful characters known as the "Dreamalings" that are used to educate and motivate children to imagine and create, and ultimately - invent.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Publishers Newswire/ -- According to author and law professor Jason Mazzone, intellectual property law in the United States is on the verge of breakdown and needs to be reformed. In his new book, "Copyfraud and Other Abuses of Intellectual Property Law" (ISBN: 978-0804760065; Stanford University Press) Mazzone shows how growing abuse of intellectual property law has been abetted by confusion, unclear legal standards, outmoded law and economic bullying.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Publishers Newswire/ -- If New York City is a state of mind, then Jorge Colombo captures the metropolis' moods like no other. Published in association with 20x200, "New York: Finger Paintings" (ISBN: 978-0811879255; Chronicle Books) by Jorge Colombo features 100 of the artist's beautiful, full-color illustrations of New York City.

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. /Publishers Newswire/ -- A new book, 'Why People Don't Buy New Homes' (ISBN: 978-0692014387; Sales Superiority Publishing), proposing a solution to improve the numbers of new homes being sold, has just been announced by author Steve Weston, a new home salesperson with 30 years experience.

CHICAGO, Ill. /Publishers Newswire/ -- Author and finance expert Robert Stowe England will host a discussion and book signing event for his soon-to-be released...

BOULDER, Colo. /Publishers Newswire/ -- A new book, 'Children of the Realm: A Fledglings Novel' (ISBN: 978-1456748319; AuthorHouse Publishing; paperback), is the first novel by author W.L. James. According to the author, her fantasy/SF tale 'paints a fun, sassy and edgy story that depicts a realistic representation into the lives of today's youth.'

ROANOKE, Va. /Publishers Newswire/ -- A new novel, "Sand Pail City" (ISBN: 978-0983289210, paperback; Out In Left Publishing) authored by Daniel Printz, tells the...

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.