BOOKS NEWS COVERAGE

Judith Regan Interviews Laura Antoniou About THE KILLER WORE LEATHER Today

Today, May 20th, editor and talk show host Judith Regan will interview Laura Antoniou about The Killer Wore Leather, and they will discuss the interest in explicit fiction among women, thought to be on the rise. Laura and Judith have been on the cutting edge of writing, always a step ahead of the trends, and are perfectly poised to discuss the current climate of publishing and writing from an insider perspective. Join these two legendary women for a no-holds-barred conversation and an evening of intrigue and insight. (more...)

Top Reads: Dan Brown's INFERNO Debuts as Amazon's No. 1 Best Seller , Week Ending 5/19

Dan Brown's latest 'Robert Langdon' novel, INFERNO, debuted at the top of Amazon's best seller list this week, though it failed to place on The New York Times' fiction list. James Patterson and Maxine Paetro's 12TH OF NEVER took that top spot, with David Baldacci's THE HIT falling to second place. On the non-fiction front, Glenn Beck's latest book CONTROL took the top spot. (more...)

Linda Maria Frank Presents Mystery Series at 'Authors' Book Fair' Today

Author, Linda Maria Frank, presents her Annie Tillery Mystery series at this family event. The choice of venues for this event is especially appropriate for Frank, who as a teacher for many years, supports teachers by offering lesson plans based on her books. These lessons address accepted educational standards. 'The Madonna Ghost' provides exciting reading and opens discussion about Long Island history. 'Girl with Pencil Drawing' is a thriller that focuses on the topic of art history and the forensic techniques used by art historians. These books support a life-long reading habit, and are still just pure fun. (more...)

Ethan Risso Releases Debut Fantasy GAMBIT OF THE GLASS CROWNS

Rookpen Publishing is proud to announce 'Gambit of the Glass Crowns,' the first installment in The Sundered Kingdoms Trilogy, a memorable foray into the fantasy genre by exciting new writer Ethan Risso. (more...)

Bard & Book Publishing Announces 2014 Novel Contest!

Bard and Book Publishing announces submissions are now being accepted for the 2014 Novel Contest. Authors have until October 1, 2013 to submit their previously unpublished manuscripts and self-published manuscripts into the contest. Judging will take place between October 1, 2013 and February 1, 2014. Winners will be announced Spring 2014. (more...)

Gertrude U. Uzoh Presents a New Socially Conscious Thriller Romance

For the readers of her new thriller "One Love, Many Tears: It Takes Two to Tango!" (published by AuthorHouse), author Gertrude U. Uzoh lets her fans know that there's more than meets the eye. (more...)

William K. Zimmer Releases Nonfiction Book APPROACHING THE BENCH FROM INSIDE THE IMMIGRATION COURT

In "Approaching the Bench from inside the Immigration Court" (published by AuthorHouse), author William K. Zimmer's new nonfiction book, readers are invited into the United States immigration court and regaled with stories from a retired immigration judge. (more...)

C. L. Paur to Release Debut Novel STORIES

Stories (published by AuthorHouse), the debut novel by C. L. Paur, tells a story about a woman confronted with her past after her death, revealing how profound the effects of fear had been in her life. (more...)

Viktor Shel Releases OKSANA

In "Oksana" (published by Trafford Publishing), the 2007 novel by Viktor Shel, four ordinary people in the Soviet Union gradually come to see the Soviet system as intrinsically depraved. Upon having this realization, they immigrate to the United States and begin their struggle for success in a new life. (more...)

M.B. Moshe Combines History, Human Condition in THE ORTHODOXY OF ARROGANCE

In his new novel "The Orthodoxy of Arrogance" (published by Trafford Publishing), author M.B. Moshe tells the heartwarming story of a family coming to terms with their past while sorting through history using richly detailed, complex characters that come to life on each page. (more...)

Lynette Porter Releases New Benedict Cumberbatch Biography

In early June a detailed performance biography of Benedict Cumberbatch comes out to the delight of his millions of fans around the world - and it's already top of the Sherlock Holmes bestseller lists. The star of BBC Sherlock, Star Trek, The Hobbit trilogy and dozens of other hits has an incredible following, and one look at the contents of this book gives an idea of why. For most actors, these stellar cinematic, theatrical, and television events would be the highlights of a lifetime's work. On Benedict Cumberbatch's resume they are only a few of many entries. (more...)

Author Marilyn Marsh Looks for Love in All the Wrong Places in 101 MEN & STILL ALONE

101 Men & Still Alone by Marilyn Marsh chronicles Marsh's many romantic adventures and paints a realistic portrait of the precarious life of a single woman. (more...)

Mary Sullivan Esseff Publishes THE BUTTERFLY & THE SNAIL

In "The Butterfly & The Snail" (published by Balboa Press), author Mary Sullivan Esseff's new novel, readers join Rebecca Butler and Khalil Khoury as they struggle to resolve the dilemma their chance meeting in the summer of 1964 in Salzburg, Austria, causes in their lives. Coincidentally, another celebrated romance, "The Sound of Music," is being filmed there at the same time. (more...)

Jim Gable Releases New Novel OLLIE

In "Ollie" (published by iUniverse), author Jim Gable's new novel, readers see a mother's unyielding spirit as she recovers from a brutal accident that left her body broken and weak. (more...)

Tony Tone Releases MY FATHER'S GIRLFRIEND SON

In 'My Father's Girlfriend Son: A Thug Romance' (published by AuthorHouse), author Tony Tone's new novel, readers join Drew as he explores his new surroundings in Atlanta. (more...)

The Largest Creative Industry Mixer Opens Today with Over 800 Guests - All Proceeds Benefit ALS

Rain or shine, in addition to the main studio we have 10 hospitality tents by Apex Event Production and plenty of free off street parking! (more...)

Jenny Han Pens New Young Adult Novel TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE, Set for Spring 2014 Release

¾ Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, announced today plans to publish TO ALL THE BOYS I'VE LOVED BEFORE, a new young adult novel by New York Times bestselling author Jenny Han. The agreement was negotiated by Justin Chanda, VP and Publisher of Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, and Emily Van Beek, SVP of Folio Jr. / Folio Literary Management. The book will be edited by Zareen Jaffery, Executive Editor of Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers and will go on-sale in April 2014. (more...)

SACRED ECONOMICS is Released

Financial security, plentiful resources and life abundance without fear? Eileen Workman, a sixteen-year veteran of the Wall Street Financial Industry, who predicted the economic fall and authored the innovative book, “Sacred Economics, The Currency of Life', says absolutely, yes. (more...)

CORVUS RISING is Released

Looking at something from a different angle often paints a more accurate picture. (more...)

RAISING ABEL is Released

Science and religion: sometimes opposites can help put things into perspective. (more...)

MOLECULES AND WOMEN Connects Women Everywhere

Paola Giorgio found strength and transformation in one of the most unlikely places as well as one of the most inspiring places. (more...)

SLCL Celebrates Black History

St. Louis County Library continues its year–long Black History Celebration with a variety of programs and activities throughout the summer months. The line-up includes a performance by Kim Massie, thought-provoking discussions about current racial issues, musical revues, children's programming and an authors and artists expo. All programs are free and open to the public. (more...)

Ron McElroy Hosts Live Chat, 5/23

Amazon Best Seller Wrong Side of the Tracks' author Ron McElroy, CEO and Founder of Real Office Centers, is holding a live chat and Q&A on Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 11:30 – 12:20 PM PST. This insightful chat is set to cover the secrets to a profitable life and business. (more...)

Worldwide Release of WITHIN REACH, is Announced

Millions worldwide are increasingly concerned about the state of both the environment and their societies as they witness the deterioration of water, air, soil, social structures, educational, governance and economic systems. (more...)

Author Leonard Brideau Releases 'Scrooge's Story: A Christmas Carol Continues'

Armed with an array of questions about Charles Dickens' timeless classic story “A Christmas Carol,” author Leonard Brideau set about answering those clues and wrapping up loose ends. His new book, “Scrooge's Story: A Christmas Carol Continues: Book One” (published by AuthorHouse), continues the familiar story and explores answers to the unanswered questions. (more...)