Tag: Books and Publishing

Publishing NEWS: -- Emerging author Dewalt du Plessis introduces readers to his mesmerizing imagination and world-building skills in his debut novel, "Ash Moonlight" (ISBN: 978-0228886617; July, 2022). Originally conceived as song lyrics, "Ash Moonlight" has blossomed into a captivating tale set in a post-apocalyptic world. In this era, following The Great Star Fall, the once-kindled bonds of unity have been replaced by mounting tensions between the Ahusaka and Dyenie tribes.

Publishing NEWS: -- A fantastical story set in a world where paladins are heroes and the champions of the gods finds itself in the shadow of a looming threat. Their only choice? To rely on the services of an uneducated, incapable and stubborn paladin named Krell, whose adventures we follow again in the fantasy novel "Futility of Defense" (ISBN: 978-0228892243; July, 2023) by Bryan Cole, the second book in the "A Paladin's Journey" series.

Publishing NEWS: -- A new beacon of guidance has emerged in the culinary world as esteemed restaurateur and author, Billy Pham, unveils his groundbreaking book titled "Turn Your Restaurant Know-How Into Success & Growth" (ISBN: 978-0228876755).

Publishing NEWS: -- Safiya Andrews, an Arizona-based author, today announced the release of her latest book "The Awkward Art of Being: Turn Your Awkward Into Your Awesome!" (ISBN: 979-8988421801). Her captivating guidebook takes readers on a transformative journey through the intricacies of social interaction, embracing the beauty of awkwardness and empowering individuals to navigate the world with confidence and authenticity.

Film NEWS: -- Printed in Blood, a publisher of art books, is proud to present a collector's edition "I Spit On Your Grave Scriptbook." The book features 144 pages of art, essays, and ephemera honoring 45 years of the iconic film. The book celebrates the inclusion of Meir Zarchi's 1978 cult classic "I Spit On Your Grave aka Day of the Woman" film negative, script and artifacts in the Museum of Modern Art's permanent film archive in New York City.

Publishing NEWS: -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), a news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its semiannual "books to bookmark" list of six new and interesting children's books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These children's books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses.

Publishing NEWS: -- Novelist Michelle Wildgen has joined the faculty of the Todos Santos Writers Workshop for the 11th annual winter session, Feb. 4 - 10, 2024. Wildgen, a longtime editor at Tin House magazine, and author of four novels, will lead the fiction class. Wildgen joins Christopher Merrill (poetry), Karen Karbo (memoir), Jeanne McCulloch (memoir), and Rex Weiner (storytelling strategies) in the acclaimed creative writing retreat's teaching lineup.

Publishing NEWS: -- Author Mackenzie Lee unveils a heartwarming tale of eternal love that defies all odds in her latest book, "And Then I Met You" (IBSN: 978-0228887737; Released March, 2023). This poignant true story weaves a mesmerizing narrative of a love that transcends the boundaries of time, space, and even life itself.

Publishing NEWS: -- A romantic fictional story that follows a long-time single mother's experience with grief, hope, faith, and healing. "Find Me on 4th Street" (ISBN: 978-0228884606; paperback) is Vancouver, B.C. author Colleen Kanten Carbol's debut novel at the age of 91.

Publishing NEWS: -- Bajek Publisher Services announces "In for Life: A Journey into Murder, Corruption, and Friendship" (ISBN: 978-0578965192), a true crime memoir by journalist Elaine Alice Murphy, released July 18, 2023.

Publishing NEWS: -- "The Children of Light: Book I" (ISBN: 978-1958377017; paper) is a picture book for children by co-authors Elizabeth and Adetoro Adekunle. The book follows the fun adventures of 4 friends who live in West Africa, as their town works on regaining electricity which was later obtained with solar power. Published by The Black Girl Judge Company LLC.

Publishing NEWS: -- Sloan Blecher's literary fiction novel "The Shadow" (ISBN: 978-0228888840; June, 2023) is a heartbreaking story told in a heartwarming way of a family's struggles when a new family moves next door. "The Shadow," Blecher's first novel, was released in 2023 and is now available on Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes & Noble.

Publishing NEWS: -- Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is proud to release "Breath of Life: Finding Long-Term Recovery with Breathwork and Stepwork" (ISBN: 978-1-956955-87-3 (ebook); 978-1-956955-86-6 (paperback); 978-1956955859 (hardcover)), the first book by Nick Terry TNT, a breathwork specialist, cofounder of addiction rehab Honu House in Hawaii and owner of Breath of Life Recovery.

Publishing NEWS: -- Historic Needles, California was the last stop on the historic Route 66. It was a "welcome to California" for highway drivers through decades past. Famously name-dropped in "Grapes of Wrath," Needles was a prominent site and stopping point for migrant workers fleeing The Dust Bowl. Bajek Publisher Services announces "Needles" (ISBN: 979-8218059484), a new novel by author Jerimah Tracey, that takes full advantage of this enigmatic setting.

Music and Performers NEWS: -- Children's sing-along book author and vocalist Bridget Burton (pen name) known in her community as Barbara Burton Graf, just published her second children's book "Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Maui's Beloved Pup" (ISBN 978-0989562416; Softcover) this month. The illustrated book, designed for early readers, is captured in both a soft cover print, eBook (Kindle) and video/cartoon versions and includes upbeat Hawaiian music with steel guitar and ukulele and vocals by the author herself.

Publishing NEWS: -- Mikayla Rose, a talented and promising English graduate, has unveiled her remarkable debut young adult novel, "When June Met July" (IBSN: 978-0228882497; April 2023). This gripping tale takes readers on an emotional journey through the complexities of love, friendship, and the challenges of navigating life's unexpected twists.

Music and Performers NEWS: -- VocalzMusic & Publishing announces that famed Motown songwriter, recording artist and lone female member of legendary R&B sibling singing group, DeBarge, Bunny DeBarge released her newly revised, tell all memoir, "The Kept Ones: DeBarge, The Fame Years," in print, with a gold ribbon design, on Monday, June 19, 2023.

Publishing NEWS: -- Amidst decreasing productivity and the increasing dangers posed by Big Tech AI products, tech executive and entrepreneur Janak Alford presents a solution in his new book, "Intelligent Digital Ecosystems: How Rethinking Technology Will Expand Your Mind and Change Your World" (ISBN: 978-0228873020; May 2023).

Publishing NEWS: -- n Sean Lewis' current picture book, "Finna Lit: Creativity. Entrepreneurship. Lifestyle. Money" (ISBN: 978-0228883821; April, 2023), the main character, Dell, uses his wits and experiences to create his own path to financial independence. His connection with his family and his passion for being financially literate lead him to learn from others, but most importantly educate his friend.

Publishing NEWS: -- DéShond E Barnes, author and nutrition enthusiast, has announced the release of his book "Counteract the Fat: How Scientific Studies Have Shown That Fiber and Antioxidants Can Counteract the Physiological Effects of Junk Food & Promote Cholesterol & Weight Control Without Restriction" (ISBN: 979-8397068956).