Latest news releases for Art and Entertainment Books from PRWeb 2008-07-25T02:43:40Z http://ww1.prweb.com/images_v4/prw_logo.gif PRWeb xml@emediawire.com http://www.prweb.com/atom10/ $lastmod TheNervousBreakdown.com, a premiere literary website featuring the work of writers from around the world, launches a new and improved design. Founded by Los Angeles Times bestselling novelist Brad Listi, TheNervousBreakdown.com is a rapidly growing publication that is home to more than 65 distinguished authors, including Pia Z. Ehrhardt, Danielle Trussoni, Tao Lin, Richard Cox, Eric Spitznagel, and Jonathan Evison. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1140494.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1140494.htm $lastmod Salaam Press publishes Illegal Citizens: Queer Lives in the Muslim World by Afdhere Jama. The book follows 33 people in 22 countries. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1144504.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1144504.htm $lastmod What do you call a series of books, geared towards male readers, that is similar to the "chick lit" genre? Unfortunately, there's no punchline, because we have no idea. (PRWeb Jul 25, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1140474.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1140474.htm $lastmod Florida Mystery Writer Pledges Proceeds from New Book to Soldiers' Angels (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1139824.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1139824.htm $lastmod While the holidays might seem far away, now is the perfect time to start a cookbook project. Regular crafters and novices can get a head-start on their family cookbook project by using ''A Plate Full of Memories'' CD-ROM. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Family_Recipes/Cookbooks/prweb1139664.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Family_Recipes/Cookbooks/prweb1139664.htm $lastmod "In 1990 we heard the wilderness call to us, and, God help us, we answered." So begins Accidental Cowgirl: Six Cows, No Horse and No Clue, Mary Lynn Archibald's rollicking memoir of "living the country dream" on remote Twin Creeks Ranch. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1091584.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1091584.htm $lastmod Book Garden Publishing of Oreland, PA , USA, publishes a children's picture book for ages three to eight titled, Janoose the Goose to mark its first year milestone. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1133564.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1133564.htm $lastmod Christian speaker and writer, John D. Bates, writes a spiritual growth book warning that even professing Christians can spend their lives sitting in church pews but still fail to gain a saving relationship with Jesus. (PRWeb Jul 24, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1135514.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1135514.htm $lastmod Karen James, widow of mountain climber Kelly James, takes readers behind the scenes of what really happened during the 2006 climbing tragedy. James also shares the raw emotions of how the families coped with the shocking loss of their husbands, fathers, sons and brothers. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1135404.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1135404.htm $lastmod A new cookbook offered by Organizing Dinner, 70 Meals -- One Trip to the Store, shows consumers how to shop smart and get organized to create the most bang for your buck in one trip to the grocery store. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129594.htm $lastmod Ex Wall Street trader compiles book of wisdom with the world's great poker players called 'Poker Wizards': Daniel Negreanu, Chris Ferguson, Dan Harrington, T.J Cloutier, Marcel Luske, Mel Judah, Mike Sexton and Kathy Liebert, reveal the specific tactics and strategies that have enabled them to make millions of dollars playing poker. "Includes a chapter on body language by Marc Salem." Distributed by Simon & Schuster, available in most major book stores now. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/POKER/NEGREANU/prweb1130414.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/POKER/NEGREANU/prweb1130414.htm $lastmod Commuto gives members a chance to win a book of their choice every day in August. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129244.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129244.htm $lastmod Elizabeth Nelson's new book Brain Matters covers twenty years of first-hand experience with suicide, severe depression and bipolar disorder. The book includes information about the seven types of illnesses, the history of psychiatry, psychotherapy, substance abuse, bipolar children, depression and women, depression and work, recovery and getting help. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1131594.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1131594.htm $lastmod Steven M. Kendus, author of "Hunting the First State: A Guide to Delaware Hunting", will be signing copies of his book at Waldenbooks at the Dover Mall, 1365 North Du Pont Highway, Dover, Delaware, on Saturday, September 6, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Books will be available for purchase (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1125114.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1125114.htm $lastmod Ectaco, Inc. responds to feedback from customers and customizes their jetBook® device accordingly. All features were improved significantly. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129094.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1129094.htm $lastmod Palgrave Macmillan was informed this week that local booksellers in Egypt are now banned from stocking copies of Inside Egypt. (PRWeb Jul 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130494.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1130494.htm $lastmod Educational board books series for babies and their parents inspires early language development -- from sign language to first spoken words. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1116954.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1116954.htm $lastmod The Raw Food Diet Myth by Ruthann Russo is a thought provoking exploration of the revolutionary philosophy of raw and living foods. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/raw/food/prweb1126874.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/raw/food/prweb1126874.htm $lastmod Producers of a Rochester, NY-rooted musical version of Jane Austen's "Pride & Prejudice" want to engage the local community in its year-long journey to Broadway with an exclusive local first look on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. in the upstate city's historic Eastman Theatre. This special sneak peek of "Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, A Musical Play" by Rochester's Lindsay Warren Baker and Amanda Jacobs will feature a 16-piece orchestra made up of members of the prestigious Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, and Broadway cast members including Colin Donnell (Jersey Boys, Follies) as Mr. Darcy. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Broadway/JaneAusten/prweb1128704.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/Broadway/JaneAusten/prweb1128704.htm $lastmod Berkley Prime Crime announces the forthcoming release of Beaufort & Company: Defending Angels by Mary Stanton. Beaufort & Company: Defending Angels will be available nationwide in December 2008. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1119894.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1119894.htm $lastmod The world's foremost travel authority, Arthur Frommer, has posted his 1000th blog entry today on Frommers.com. (PRWeb Jul 22, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1122904.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1122904.htm $lastmod The Liberal Left comes under attack as Freedom Press International Announces the Release of "Trojan Whores ~the Road to Armageddon~ a Prophetic Retrospective by Jahred Kammen, the Last Liberal". Jahred Kammen is "last man standing" as 14 thermonuclear truck bombs descend on America's heartland. Jahred is given the "sight of many eyes" and makes record of the events and who is to blame. The "Far Left" is put to siege for exposing mankind to the vagaries of thermonuclear truck bombs and the degradation of societies. The "Mainstream Press" is judged guilty of cover up and of siding with the terrorists in an effort to mask the magnitude of the asymmetrical nuclear threat. In an act of sublime irony, terrorists and liberals are united in their cause. Reason gives way to passion. The many faces of the anti-Christ are revealed . America is humbled. Mankind suffers its final defeat. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/freedompressintl/theroadtoarmageddon/prweb1116204.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/freedompressintl/theroadtoarmageddon/prweb1116204.htm $lastmod "What is your favorite book of all time?" The Bible? "Gone With The Wind"? Harris Interactive found these two books to be ranked numbers 1 and 2 as America's favorite books through a recent survey conducted over the Internet. When The Disinformation Company heard about this, whose publishing program caters towards the more alternative and controversial, they took the question straight to their readers with a blog on the popular social networking site MySpace. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/books/MySpace/prweb1117164.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/books/MySpace/prweb1117164.htm $lastmod With the latest news of record births in the United States a veteran Financial Consultant shows how to create a lifetime of financial security and turn a newborn into a millionaire for only a dollar a day. A new book is both a keepsake journal and a financial education tool for parents. Titled "Munny Journey: a Keepsake Journal for Baby's First Money," it is the perfect baby shower gift for any new Mom and will help establish good money management skills to recession proof a child from the financial stress many families face today. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/money/journal/prweb1119034.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/money/journal/prweb1119034.htm $lastmod "Two Tankers Down," the story of the rescue of officers and crew from the tankers the SS Fort Mercer and the SS Pendleton, has been released by Lyons Press. Maritime Writer Robert R. Frump, author of "Until the Sea Shall Free Them," is the author of the new book, which tells the story of Bernard C. Webber, a young Coast Guardsman who steers his small boat through mountainous oceans. It is considered the greatest small boat rescue in U.S. Coast Guard history. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/coast_guard_rescue/cape_cod_rescue/prweb1126994.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/coast_guard_rescue/cape_cod_rescue/prweb1126994.htm $lastmod What will one man do--a man who has seen the horrors of war--to stop his grandson from experiencing the same atrocities in Iraq? How does post-traumatic stress disorder affect a soldier so deeply it prevents him from being who he once was? (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123254.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123254.htm $lastmod Her father was Chinese. Her mother was Black. But as a child, she was told to pass herself off as white. No wonder she had an identity crisis and frequently contemplated suicide. Then she discovered writing and her life was saved. (PRWeb Jul 21, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123374.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1123374.htm $lastmod Borders UK announced today it has launched a brand new affiliate programme with UK network Affiliate Window as part of the marketing activity associated with the launch of their new transactional website www.borders.co.uk. The affiliate programme will not only provide additional access to the Borders brand online but will also be a valuable revenue stream for the business. Site owners affiliating with Borders.co.uk will have the opportunity to earn revenue in the form of commission on referred sales. The basic commission rate will be 7% on all sales of books, CDs, DVDs and magazines subscriptions, but for the first month Borders is making an introductory offer of 8%. (PRWeb Jul 19, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1122454.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1122454.htm $lastmod New online photo book builder allows anyone to collaborate and create drop-dead gorgeous books in minutes. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/inkubookbeta/photobook/prweb1040484.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/inkubookbeta/photobook/prweb1040484.htm $lastmod Fictionwise, Inc. today announced that its popular, free eReader eBook reading application is now available for the Apple iPhone and iPod touch. Now, nearly 50,000 eBooks, including current NY Times best sellers and titles from top authors, large publishing houses, and fine independent publishers can be read on the iPhone and iPod touch. The eReader eBook reading application is the only application that supports best selling eBooks on the Apple devices now. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/ereader/iphone/prweb1115724.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/ereader/iphone/prweb1115724.htm $lastmod ELEMENTAL 3 showcases the work of CG artists in architectural visualization and product design, and is the first Ballistic title to dedicate half of its pages to architectural subjects. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1082964.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1082964.htm $lastmod "John, The Airport Kid," an illustrated children's book, will be featured in the Authors' Corner at the Spirit of Aviation 2008 Air Venture Show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Authors John and Hazel Jopling will be present to sign the book and give presentations. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1116114.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1116114.htm $lastmod Stephen Covey, co-founder and vice-chairman of FranklinCovey and author of the international best-selling book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, is going viral. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/stephen/covey/prweb1117684.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/stephen/covey/prweb1117684.htm $lastmod One third of all U.S. births are to unmarried parents. More and more people are choosing to have a baby first, before they are married. In a society that expects parents to be married (particularly those who live together), it can be confusing and difficult to navigate the legal system, schools, medical care, and more. Learn how to manage these issues and plan for your unmarried family. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1105964.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1105964.htm $lastmod World renowned transpersonal psychologist and author, Albert Clayton Gaulden, will hold a Path to Authenticity Workshop August 22-24 at the Sedona Hilton. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1112504.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1112504.htm $lastmod Not long after author Penelope Dyan returned from her reading in Central Park, New York City (where her book 'Surfer Girl' was declared best teen book of the 2008 New York Book Festival) she was notified she had also won best teen book at the 2008 Hollywood Book Festival. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1112674.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1112674.htm $lastmod It's that time of year again -- parents and college students are stocking up on school supplies, new wardrobes, and college dorm room needs. The cost can really add up. Providers of CareOne Credit Counseling Services are helping consumers save money by offering free money-saving tips on back-to-school spending. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/school/shopping/prweb1111484.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/school/shopping/prweb1111484.htm $lastmod Debut of third installment in epic fantasy series that explores what happens when politics and piety collide. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1097104.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1097104.htm $lastmod Oprah's Big Give contestant, Sheg Aranmolate, uses lessions learned from his experiences and personal journey in his stimulating motivational book, iActuate: 100 days of Inspiration, Volume One, encouraging and inspiring readers to move beyond self-imposed constraints and achieve their goals. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1104404.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1104404.htm $lastmod Joseph Gross, host of America's #1 mortgage talk show "Your Home - Your Future", will have as a guest NY State Assemblyman Darryl Towns. He will discuss the new law that NY State just passed to protect consumers from unscrupulous mortgage lenders. (PRWeb Jul 16, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1111224.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/07/prweb1111224.htm