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Baz Luhrmann Australia Fans Flock to Novel

The historic epic film "Australia" has generated buzz that includes an enthusiastic endorsement from Oprah Winfrey. Fans of the movie also enjoy "Message Stick," an award-winning novel by Laine Cunningham. The book offers the same appeal…a modern story that touches on the vast history of Australian and Aboriginal people in the rugged outback. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Ballistic Publishing Announces--d'artiste: Matte Painting 2--Learn From The Masters

The seventh book in the d'artiste series--Matte Painting 2--features Master Artists, Yusei Uesugi (the first digital movie matte painter), Max Dennison and Chris Thunig. With more than 30 Hollywood blockbuster movies to their credit, they show you the approaches and techniques used to create unforgettable movie environments. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Webster's New World� College Dictionary Announces Top Five Candidates for 2008 Word of the Year

At the end of every year, the editors at Webster's New World review collected research and create a short list of words that have yet to appear in the dictionary but hold intrinsic linguistics qualities that merit consideration for entry into the Webster's New World lexicon. (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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Critics Praise King of Nod by Scott Fad

Hooded Friar Press announces the release of King of Nod (ISBN: 978-0-9817609-0-2, $18.99) by Scott Fad. Among the early reviews of King of Nod: "From the moment I picked up this book, I fell in love with Fad's style. He is a brilliant Southern Gothic writer. The best book I have ever read." - Blogcritics (PRWeb Nov 21, 2008)

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A Travel Guide, a Lanuage Tool for Westerners to Learn to Speak Mandarin Chinese and to Know the Unique Chinese Culture.

"Travel to China with my pocket book : speak Mandarin right away" by Wang-Ching LIU and Marie-France FAY (ISBN 978-0-9731480-3-9) is the Award-Winner in Language Guides category of the 'National Best Books 2008 Awards,' sponsored by USA Book News; and the Award-Finalist in Travel Guides category of the "National Indie Excellence 2008 Book Awards." (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Jimmy D Robinson's "A Tiny Shoe" Jumps Up The Billboard Club Play Chart

Jimmy D Robinson's International Dance Hit "A Tiny Shoe" Jumps to #32 on the Billboard Club Play Chart This Week! (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Tate Publishing Named Best Book Publisher To Work For

Tate Publishing & Enterprises has been named to the list of "Best Places to Work in Oklahoma, 2008". (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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ColorAlchemy Reveals Secrets to Overcome Holiday Blues - Use Green

ColorAlchemy tips: Great gift ideas without breaking the bank. Spend less green (money) and use the color green to reduce holiday stress. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Puzzle Master Terry Stickels Presents 2009 FRAME GAMES Calendar - Puzzles that are Both Fun and Good for the Mind

America's leading puzzle creator releases a 2009 Page-A-Day® boxed calendar, filled with the popular FRAME GAMES™ word puzzles that are fun and a great form of mental exercise; available now. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Secure-eBook Makes Publishing and Selling eBooks on the Internet Easy for Any Authors and Publishers

Novisoft has released a major update to Secure-eBook. For almost three years now, Secure-eBook has made selling eBooks on the Web easy for authors and publishers. The new update improves Secure-eBook by allowing eBooks to be sold without having to be converted in a secured format. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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The Great American Smokeout Versus the Cigarette Monster

November 20th is the 31st anniversary of the Great American Smokeout, and in support of this national effort, Dorrance Publishing Co. Inc. of Pittsburgh offers The Cigarette Monster, a cartoon book written by Darrell Proctor that warns children of the hazards of smoking so that they will avoid getting into the habit. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Discover God's Saving Grace in Veteran Author's New Title

Book shows how to live with an undivided heart toward His precepts (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Modern American Recalls Expatriate Life in Ancient City of Cairo

Herbert L. Smith writes lovingly, nostalgically, and humorously of his years living in Cairo as he takes readers off the beaten tourist path to give them a new appreciation for the gradual changes of a near timeless city with one foot in the past. (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Grand Master Jim Kelly, Co-Star of the Legendary Karate Cult Classic Film "Enter the Dragon," Makes Special Appearance at Blue Lion Tournament

Grand Master Eric O'Neal will also be Unveiling The First Educational, African-American, Super Hero Graphic Novel, "The Legend Of Lionman" (PRWeb Nov 20, 2008)

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Hurtling Through Space Towards God - is a new Book for Those Searching for a Meaning for Their Life

During this severe economic recession, Americans are attending church services more frequently and buying books that they believe can bring them closer to God.17th Century philosopher Rene Descartes said, "I think therefore I am." Many people are now saying "But who am I?" (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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The ABCs of Raising Money for Third-World Kids

A new book seeks to raise money for children affected by strife around the world. The Trouble with the Alphabet: Through the Eyes of Innocence is written and illustrated by Caryn West, a commercial artist with a passion for humanitarian initiatives. The book addresses the plight of hundreds of millions of children who suffer under a variety of afflictions - AIDS, poverty, hunger, war, rape, genocide, and child labor to name a few. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Henry Rollins Interviews Good Friday Author Anthony McIntyre About the IRA

After a successful book launch at Linen Hall in Belfast early this November, author Anthony McIntyre will appear on the Henry Rollins Show on the U.S. IFC network this Friday evening, November 21, at 10:30 p.m. Rollins questions the author about the IRA, Iraq, and resistance movements. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Harvard Happiness Professor, Tal Ben-Shahar, Launches 'Positive Psychology for Difficult Times' Event

Tal Ben-Shahar, Ph.D., author of the best-selling book, Happier: Learn the Secrets to Daily Joy and Lasting Fulfillment, knows that tough times can break us, but they can also make us. "Positive Psychology for Difficult Times," his latest public speaking program, aims to foster well-being and coping skills in what many forecasters believe will be the most challenging economic times since the Great Depression. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Telling Memoir Chronicles a Courageous Woman's Flight Through the Fires of Childhood Abuse and Neglect to Emerge Stronger than Ever

A Freed Woman's Dance (Bennett & Hastings Publishing, November 19, 2008) is an inspiring, tell-all memoir of courage, strength and in the end - resilience. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Move Over Sports Illustrated: There's a New Calendar Model in Town

A new calendar - "Nice Jewish Guys 2009" -- is being unveiled by Los Angeles television producer Adam Cohen, who hopes to turn the spotlight on the underrated characteristic that those with slim figures and tight buns alone may not possess: niceness. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Blackwell Launches New Christmas Book Campaign

With a view to the tough economic times ahead, Blackwell has launched its new Christmas collection with the headline that a book is a gift which lasts a lifetime (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Finding Happiness: Seven Early Reviews of 'Your Unfinished Life' by Lawrence J. Danks Helpful Media (ISBN 978-0-615-24207-1)

Finding happiness,fulfillment and peace of mind through positive action. Early book reviews of "Your Unfinished Life" by Lawrence J. Danks: The Classic and Timeless Guide To Finding Happiness and Success Through Kindness (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Spinning Moon Press Announces the Forthcoming Release of The Ghosts of Lone Jack by Lance Lee Noel

Spinning Moon Press announces the forthcoming release of The Ghosts of Lone Jack by Lance Lee Noel. The Ghosts of Lone Jack will be available wherever fine books are sold on April 1, 2009. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Dorrance Publishing Announces Recent Book Releases: The Truth About Anti-Masonry; and Glance Back, Look Ahead

Dorrance Publishing recently released the following titles: The Truth About Anti-Masonry: Straightforward Answers to the Critics of Freemasonry; and Glance Back, Look Ahead: Seize the Moment. They are available for purchase at http://www.dorrancebookstore.com, brick and mortar bookstores, on-line bookstores or by calling (800) 788-7654. Media review copies are available by calling (800) 788-7654. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Without Redemption -- Sixth Novel of the Darmon Historical Mystery Series is Released

Sixth installment of the Darmon mystery series, Without Redemption is published by Black Rose Publishing and distributed by Ingram. The book is a sequel to the series: Message of the Pendant (Book 1), The Forth Contention (Book 2), The Patriote Proposition (Book 3) and Night Wind to Bahia (Book 4), Desperate Crossing (Book 5) -- see PRWEB January 5, 2006, January 11, 2005; February 5, 2004. Without Redemption (ISBN 9780982101261) is available through Ingram distributors, at Barnes & Noble, blackrosewriting.com or at the author's website: www.thomasthorpe.com. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Domestic Abuse Survivor Pens Personal Account: Stalked: From Victim to Victory, A Journey to Self

Whitmore Publishing of Pittsburgh announces the publication of Stalked! From Victim to Victory, A Journey to Self written by Sandi Musk and Anita Levine. This compelling autobiographical account tells the life story of Sandi Musk: from her childhood during which she felt herself to be an inconvenience to her parents; to a string of failed relationships; and then a chance meeting with a friendly stranger who turned out, in the end, to be a stalker who terrorized and almost killed her. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Gay U.S. Marine Battles Inner Demons in New Book

Former U.S. Marine, Arthur Blauefee, travels to an exotic Brazilian resort as the guardian for both the young man he longs for, and the young man's lover. The trio weathers betrayal, sensual temptation, kidnapping, and murder before their life-changing journey ends. (PRWeb Nov 19, 2008)

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Best-Selling Authors Provide Autographed Books to Support Project Valour-IT

Famous authors are offering their autographed works for auction on eBay to raise money for voice-activated laptops and other technologies that support wounded soldiers' recovery. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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Blogger Issues Call for Sugar Free January

Blogger and Author of the book Sugarettes, Dr. Scott Olson ND, is calling sugar an international health disaster and is issuing a challenge to spend January without sugar as a way to draw attention to the growing health problems caused by sugar consumption. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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All Romance eBooks now available through Lexcycle Stanza for download directly onto your iPhone and iPod Touch!

All Romance eBooks, an on-line bookstore that specializes in the sale of romance eBooks, announced today that they now offer books for direct download onto iPhone and iPod Touch through Lexcycle Stanza. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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THE $100 DIET - The First Official Diet Book Downloadable To The iPhone Through iTunes Apps

In Today's Troubled And Rocky Economy, A Girl Can't Spend Too Much On Her Beauty And Appearance. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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New Book, The Lennon Prophecy, Asks The Question - Did John Lennon Sell His Soul To The Devil?

A new book - The Lennon Prophecy - puts forth the theory that John Lennon of The Beatles may have sold his soul to the devil, joining historical figures such as Mississippi "Crossroads" blues guitarist Robert Johnson, Dr. Johann Faust, Pope Sylvester II among others (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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James Bond and Lara Croft Could Leave Del Boy Shaken and Stirred in the Race For Cheaper Car Insurance, Says Confused.com

Del Boy's plans to become a millionaire this time next year could be thwarted by his extortionate motor insurance premiums, according to Confused.com. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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The Jewel Box Home Gains National Attention as New Take on Not So Big House Movement

The American housing market crash and energy crisis are forcing many homeowners to "stay put" or go smaller. The Jewel Box Home, launched by small home living expert Genevieve Ferraro and soon to be featured in Midwest Living magazine, takes off as a popular "go to" resource where small home decorating, entertaining and lifestyle advice are just a click away. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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Commercial Real Estate Investment Book Is The Antidote For Investors After Sub-Prime Meltdown

One solution can be found in the new book, "Commercial Real Estate Investing 101" by David Lindahl. It is the latest book in the "Trump University" series. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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New Resource from Gale Unlocks the Vault of History

200 years of history, politics and government go online with ''State Papers Online,'' 1509 - 1714 (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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Oceanview Publishing Announces the Forthcoming Release of Spirit Horses by Alan S. Evans

Oceanview Publishing announces the forthcoming release of Spirit Horses by Alan S. Evans. Spirit Horses will be available nationwide on April 1, 2009. (PRWeb Nov 18, 2008)

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Key to Small Business Success is the Practical Advice in the Just Published Book "Executive Book of Quotes"

In contrast to all the fast track to business success books, Dallas based entrepreneur David M Goldstein has released his inaugural book, published by Bamford Press, featuring quotes that offer practical advice for today's business minded individuals. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)

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Zhura Releases World's First Online, Collaborative Editor for Comic Book Writers

Zhura, creator of online performance writing tools, rolls out its most feature-rich release yet with a groundbreaking Comic Book Format, Word and RTF Import/Export, Social Networking Script Posts to Facebook, MySpace and Twitter, and much more. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)

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iUniverse Announces Inaugural Rising Star Titles

Rising Star Designation Recognizes Titles that Show Potential for Commercial Success. (PRWeb Nov 17, 2008)

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