Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Author Of New Women's Travel Romance Novel, 'Next Year in Jerusalem' To Appear At Breakwater Beach Club On August 30, 2012

Positive Psychologist Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein's new romantic travel novel is the first in the 'Jerusalem Trilogy'.  The new book, written specifically for women, delves into finding romance while traveling, spiritual awakenings, mystery and intrigue. Dr. Holstein will appear at the Breakwater Beach Club on August 30, 2012 in Long Branch New Jersey from 6:30 pm to 8 pm for an evening of literary discussion

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein will appear at the Breakwater Beach Club in Long Branch New Jersey on August 30, 2012 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm for an evening of literary discussion. Dr. Holstein recently released 'Next Year In Jerusalem: Romance, Mystery And Spiritual Awakenings Part I'. The new book is the first in the 'Jerusalem Trilogy'. Refreshments and light fare will be served at the no-charge event.

Dr. Holstein is a very successful author of adult psychology and children's books. The human spirit, with its capacity for survival, growth and joy, has always been a subject of interest for Dr. Holstein.  Now, taking that magic of the human spirit to a new level, she has released her first romance novel for women.  Combining her talents as a writer and a psychologist has resulted in a story filled with romance, travel, intrigue, mystery, and spiritual awakenings.

"I found it exciting," stated Dr. Holstein, "to combine my expertise as a psychologist with my writing talents.  I think readers will enjoy the result - a story filled with romance, travel, intrigue, mystery, and spiritual awakenings.  Read it for pleasure but don't be surprised to find that you are coming closer to your own feelings, passions, desires and yearnings for personal growth."

In 'Next Year In Jerusalem', two women face extraordinary circumstances while traveling in one of the most spiritual, mysterious, romantic cities in the world. In this new novel, the reader is taken into the depths of confusion and mixed feelings that the protagonists,  Natalie and Maggie, experience as they fall into mystery, spiritual awakenings and romance. The book is written to be a fun read, one that never takes the reader too low, and makes the reader laugh while revealing the best kept passions and secrets that are common to all people.

A recent reviewer stated "I traveled to Israel vicariously through the characters and with them enjoyed each step along the cobbled streets of ancient Jerusalem. Barbara Becker Holstein weaves themes of friendship, love, spirituality, and mystery, engaging the reader from the start. I look forward to the next installment!"

A Facebook page has been created for the work, titled 'Next Year In Jerusalem'. A YouTube channel, 'NextYearNJerusalem' is also available. 'Next Year In Jerusalem: Romance, Mystery And Spiritual Awakenings Part I' is available in print, Kindle, Nook and Itunes. More information is available at Dr. Holstein's website at www.Next-Year-In-Jerusalem.com.

Breakwater Beach Club is located at 1141 Ocean Avenue in Long Branch NJ. RSVP's may be sent to rsvp@belfercom.com or by calling Susan Belfer at 732-239-1559.

Dr Holstein is available for media interview and can be reached using the information below or by email at drbarbara@enchantedself.com. Dr. Barbara speaks regularly on radio programs around the country, and appears on television in New York and New Jersey. Her inspiring audio shows and podcasts can be found on the web, along with hundreds of her articles and stories. She has been a contributor to Heart and Soul, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Redbook, Real Simple, The Wall Street Journal, Time on line, and Family Circle Magazine.

Profile:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, internationally known Positive Psychologist is the creator of The Enchanted Self ®, a positive psychology method for increasing happiness.  Dr. Holstein has been a school psychologist for over 25 years. She is in private practice in Long Branch, New Jersey with her husband, Dr. Russell M. Holstein.

Her pathfinder book ‘The Enchanted Self, A Positive Therapy’ was published in 1997 by Harwood Academic Publishers and is now in its second printing through Brunner-Routledge. Her second book ‘Recipes for Enchantment, The Secret Ingredient is YOU!’ has received rave reviews as a wonderful inspirational story book. ‘DELIGHT’, Dr. Holstein’s third book is available in two versions, paperback and a CD-rom that includes music, art, and Dr. Holstein’s voice.

Her book, ‘The Truth, (I’m a girl, I’m Smart and I Know Everything)’ is a first in positive psychology. It is a fiction book for girls, tweens and teens. Written by an 11 year old girl as a diary, Dr. Barbara has embedded within the story positive truths and concepts geared to help girls develop self-esteem and resiliency

Her second book in The Truth Series is 'Secrets: You Tell Me Yours and I’ll Tell You Mine…Maybe!’  Now the girl is 13. She handles many adolescent issues, including a crush, moving, a death in the family, feeling fat and problems with girlfriends.  Kids and parents have a book they can share and use as a sounding board for needed communication between the generations. Both 'The Truth' and 'Secrets' are great for grandparents, older siblings and teachers to establish lines of communication with the tweens in their lives.

All books are available at the author’s websites below, online booksellers and stores nationwide.

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
732-571-1200
www.nextyearinjerusalem.com
www.enchantedself.com
www.thetruthforgirls.com
drbarbara@enchantedself.com

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of August 27, 2012

Book Marketing, The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, serves as a community of authors and allows authors to actively engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. Authors can upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. It also offers discussion forums, segmented groups and events listings. Facebook and Twitter integration are available

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule.

Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter. The site is a joint collaboration, developed by Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

"We believe this site offers a real opportunity for authors, publishers, self published authors and publishing companies," stated Mr. McCauley, "as the site offers so many options, opportunities and possibilities. It can be treated as a place to create awareness of one's work while, at the same time, the site allows the author to network with like-minded individuals. No cost video training is provided to members at the site. The segmented groups allow for the exchange of book marketing ideas, while the discussion forums can serve as an educational resource for those who may have a need to increase their own knowledge in regards to creating marketing and publicity plans that produce real results. All of this can be integrated with social networking technologies. The site can serve as a centralized hub for book marketing activity, education and networking."

Group discussions include website design and search engine optimization, marketing and publicity, audio and video, writing fiction and writing non-fiction. There are segmented group discussion for children's authors and Christian authors. Forum discussions include book marketing strategies and website optimization strategies. Groups and discussions can be created by participants, subject to moderator approval. Help A Publisher Publish You (HAPPY), offered through eBroadcastMedia.com, is a weekly listing of publishers and agents sent to participants of the list service.

Appearances on The Authors Show, Internet radio and tv versions, are produced by Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com. The shows offer professionally produced radio and TV interviews that are broadcast worldwide. This upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

Week August 27, 2012 On The Book Marketing Show

Eric DelaBarre
John Meacham
Richard Godwin
Leyland Hazlewood

Week August 27, 2012 On The Radio Version

Susan Tornga
Seena Foster
Larry Peterson - The Childrens Authors Show
Leyland Hazelwood - The Childrens Authors Show
Zachary E. Lewis - The Wellness Authors Show
Michielle DJ Beck - The Wellness Authors Show
Louis Straney - The Business Authors Show
Alan Ellman - The Business Authors Show
John DiCicco - The Christian Authors Show
Samantha Ryan Chandler - The Christian Authors Show

"Our goal with this site," said Ms. Hampson, "is to create a one stop resource that covers all the bases in regards to creating success for authors in an Internet marketing environment. The collaboration between us allows authors to take advantage of getting the word out through Book Marketing, while participating in networking resources,  group discussions, publisher information listings, full service audio and video production, publicity and marketing resources and much more, all found at one centralized location. As the site grows and evolves, the value of this resource will only increase."

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show Radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show radio group of programs, The Authors Show TV version and is the CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

More information is available by visiting the Book Marketing site at www.TheAuthorsMarketingPowerhouse.com. Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don (at) FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle (at)TheAuthorsShow.com.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com

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Award Winning Author Renée Pawlish Helps Parents And Teachers Find Good Books For Kids To Read At GetYourKidToRead.com

GetYourKidToRead.com is a unique concept, in that children’s books by new authors are reviewed and rated by a peer group of parents, teachers and young readers before being placed on the suggested reading list

Award winning author Renée Pawlish has announced the formation of a new book site for parents, teachers and kids. GetYourKidsToRead.com provides reviews and suggested reading lists for children’s book buyers. Reviews are provided by a peer group of parents, teachers and kids.

‘I can’t find good books for kids to read’ is a phrase used often by parents and teachers. Almost everyone has heard of The Hunger Games, Harry Potter, and the Twilight series.  But there are a lot of other great books out there.  In fact, over a million books were published last year alone.  But how would readers ever hear about those books and how would a parent or teacher know which books are right for a particular child?  Shoppers can spend many hours on Amazon reading through thousands of reviews looking for that ‘just right’ book.  Now GetYourKidToRead.com has made it easy for shoppers to find that book.

“So many kids these days” Pawlish stated, “are being inundated with electronic media. It's important to encourage kids to read, too.  I started GetYourKidsToRead.com in order to introduce kids to new authors. I volunteered at an elementary school last year and many of the teachers were discouraged by the lack of good books for kids to read.  I started GetYourKidsToRead.com to help introduce teachers, parents and kids to new, quality stories.  At GetYourKidsToRead.com, we highlight great books by undiscovered authors.”

The concept is a simple one. By joining GetYourKidsToRead.com, shoppers can access a list of reviewed and recommended books for young people. The books have been reviewed and recommended through a thorough screening process. Recommendations and reviews are provided by parents, teachers and kids. This peer group fills out a two-page questionnaire regarding the book in question.

“The team of parent, teacher, and kid readers,” continued Pawlish, “evaluates every book they read and rates it on a scale of 1 to 10 (where 10 is the best possible score).  To make our list, books must have a cumulative score of at least 8.”

More information is available at the GetYourKidToRead.com. Searchers can access the list by filling out the form provided. Renée Pawlish is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below, or by email at renee@reneepawlish.com.

Profile:

Award winning author Renée Pawlish was born in California, but has lived most of her life in Colorado. When she's not hiking, cycling, or chasing ballplayers for autographs, she is writing mysteries and thrillers. She has also published a middle grade novel. Renée loves to travel and has visited numerous countries around the world. She is the founder of GetYourKidToRead.com.

Contact:

Renee Pawlish
www.ReneePawlish.com
renee@reneepawlish.com

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Attorney Seena Foster, Award Winning Author Of ‘Civil Rights Investigations’, Announces New Webinar For Administrators Of Federally Assisted Programs

The recurring training webinar titled ‘Compliance With Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and Related Laws: An Overview’, provides information on how to comply with the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity provisions of federal civil rights laws that apply to the administration, oversight, and delivery process for federally assisted programs and activities

Seena Foster, attorney and award winning author of ‘Civil Rights Investigations Under The Workforce Investment Act And Other Title VI-Related Laws’, recently announced the next date for ‘Compliance With Title VI of the Civil Rights Act and Related Laws: An Overview’, an online webinar that provides information on how to comply with the nondiscrimination and equal opportunity provisions of federal civil rights laws that apply to the administration, oversight, and delivery process for federally assisted programs and activities. The webinar will be presented on September 20, 2012 at 1pm EST.

This webinar will be especially helpful to state and local government officials from any size agency or department, including equal opportunity officers, ADA coordinators, disability specialists, Title VI liaisons, agency heads, contracting and procurement personnel, and compliance officials. Management and equal opportunity professionals for private companies and other organizations that contract with state and local governments to operate federally assisted programs and activities can also benefit. Participants who complete the webinar will receive a personalized “Certificate of Completion” documenting the training.

“Government agencies,” stated Ms. Foster, “educational institutions, and private sector companies are under increased pressure to comply with extensive civil rights laws.  They must understand what the laws are, what they require, and how to develop and implement measures ensuring compliance to avoid litigation or loss of funding.  With a background in civil rights compliance and conducting discrimination complaint investigations, we know how to present information in a way that professionals at any level of an organization will understand and be able to use.  These webinars are one avenue of introducing the requirements of civil rights laws in the workplace and in the operation of government programs.  During our webinars, we present nuts-and-bolts steps to take for ensuring compliance and we have the expertise to conduct on-site policy reviews and training, which provide more in-depth coverage of civil rights issues.  From our experience in the field, it is clear that government agencies, educational institutions, and private sector companies face serious challenges in getting people trained and keeping their leadership, policymakers, and staff up-to-date in the area of civil rights.  That’s why they turn to us.  This is what we do best.”

Participants can get more information and register for the webinar by visiting  http://www.titleviconsulting.com and clicking on the ‘Webinar’ tab.

Ms. Foster is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at seenafoster@aol.com. ‘Civil Rights Investigations Under The Workforce Investment Act And Other Title VI-Related Laws’ is available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble through www.outskirtspress.com/civilrights.   More information is available at Seena Foster’s website.

Profile:

Seena Foster, award winning author and Partner of the discrimination consulting firm, Title VI Consulting, LLP in Alexandria, Virginia, provides expertise and guidance in the areas of compliance and civil rights investigations to state and local governments, colleges and universities, private companies, and non-profit organizations. To that end, she offers one hour webinars, full-day and half-day in-person training sessions, and mediation services addressing a variety of types of discrimination such as racial discrimination, sex discrimination, disability discrimination, age discrimination, and religious discrimination. The federal law on discrimination is complex and affects our workplaces as well as the delivery of our federally funded programs and activities. Her book, “Civil Rights Investigations Under the Workforce Investment Act and Other Title VI Related Laws: From Intake to Final Determination”, has been described as an “eye-opening” reading experience and a “stand-alone” training resource. Ms. Foster’s resources and materials are designed to support the work of civil rights and discrimination professionals in the public and private sectors.

Contact:

Seena Foster
www.TitleVIConsulting.com
www.seenafoster.com
seena@titleviconsulting.com

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Paula Paul, Award-Winning Author Of ‘Sins Of The Empress’, To Hold Book Signing At Bookworks In Albuquerque NM On August 24, 2012

Award winning author Paula Paul writes extraordinary stories that touch the heart and challenge the mind. Her works cross genres with ease and include historical fiction, literary works, mystery and YA novels

Award winning author Paula Paul will be appearing at a book signing at Bookworks in Albuquerque NM on August 24th, 2012 to sign copies of her latest historical fiction novel, ‘Sins Of The Empress’. The book details Catherine the Great’s rise to power.

“Catherine the Great,” stated Ms. Paul, “had been haunting me for a long time.  I first encountered her several years ago when I was in my twenties and working for a newspaper. I was handed a new nonfiction book and told to review it.  It was a very dull history of Catherine the Great.  I don’t remember what I wrote, but it couldn’t have been favorable.  We were allowed to keep the books we reviewed, and every time I saw that book on the shelf during all the years since then, I had the feeling Catherine was telling me I hadn’t done her justice, and that I should learn more about her.”

Paula Paul is a writer who touches the hearts of her readers but also challenges their minds.  She writes novels with both historical and contemporary settings, but all of her novels deal with the foibles, prejudices, misdemeanors and benevolences of humanity that transcend time.  Most of her books, both contemporary and historical, examine social issues. Although some of her novels have told the stories of some of the great figures of history, she is best known for her stories of ordinary people, specifically the people of the southwestern U.S. where she was born and has spent all of her life.

Paula Paul is also the author of a young adult fiction novel, ‘Wizard’ in which a young wizard faces bullying. Literary novels include ‘Inherited Sins’, in which a young widow falls in love with a minister who is married, and ‘Crazy Quilt’, her first literary novel. One third of the royalties from ‘Crazy Quilt’ go to cancer research.

In addition, Paula is the author of ‘The Kings Nun’, an historical fiction novel that is the story of Charlemagne's love for the nun, Amelia of the Ardennes, and an historical novel, ‘Barefoot Girl’, a deep look at a courageous heroine. Mysteries include ‘Half A Mind To Murder’, ‘An Improper Death’, ‘Symptoms of Death’, ‘Leading An Elegant Death’, ‘Deathday Party’ and ‘Red Wine Goes With Murder’.

Paula Paul will appear at Bookworks in Albuquerque, NM from 7pm to 8pm. The store is located at 4022 Rio Grande Blvd. NW, Albuquerque, NM. Ms. Paul is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at paulapaul7@yahoo.com. More information regarding the above works, and many more, is available at her website. All of Ms. Paul’s works are available at her website and at Amazon.com.

Profile:

Paula Griffith Paul was born on her grandparents' cotton farm near Shallowater, Texas, and graduated from a country high school near Maple, Texas. She earned a B.A. in journalism and has worked as a reporter for newspapers in both Texas and New Mexico. She's been the recipient of state and national awards for her work as a journalist.

Contact:

Paula Paul
http://www.PaulaPaul.net
paulapaul7@yahoo.com

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of August 20, 2012

Book Marketing, The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, serves as a community of authors and allows authors to actively engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. Authors can upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. It also offers discussion forums, segmented groups and events listings. Facebook and Twitter integration are available

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule.

Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter. The site is a joint collaboration, developed by Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

"We believe this site offers a real opportunity for authors, publishers, self published authors and publishing companies," stated Mr. McCauley, "as the site offers so many options, opportunities and possibilities. It can be treated as a place to create awareness of one's work while, at the same time, the site allows the author to network with like-minded individuals. No cost video training is provided to members at the site. The segmented groups allow for the exchange of book marketing ideas, while the discussion forums can serve as an educational resource for those who may have a need to increase their own knowledge in regards to creating marketing and publicity plans that produce real results. All of this can be integrated with social networking technologies. The site can serve as a centralized hub for book marketing activity, education and networking."

Group discussions include website design and search engine optimization, marketing and publicity, audio and video, writing fiction and writing non-fiction. There are segmented group discussion for children's authors and Christian authors. Forum discussions include book marketing strategies and website optimization strategies. Groups and discussions can be created by participants, subject to moderator approval. Help A Publisher Publish You (HAPPY), offered through eBroadcastMedia.com, is a weekly listing of publishers and agents sent to participants of the list service.

Appearances on The Authors Show, Internet radio and tv versions, are produced by Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com. The shows offer professionally produced radio and TV interviews that are broadcast worldwide. This upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

Week August 20, 2012 On The Book Marketing Show

Eric DelaBarre
John Meacham
Richard Godwin
Leyland Hazlewood

Week August 20, 2012 On The Radio Version

Kelli Sue Landon 
Gary Goldstein
Steve McCrea 
Josephine Gambini - The Childrens Authors Show
Janet Ruth Heller - The Childrens Authors Show
Hayley Rose - The Childrens Authors Show
Michielle DJ Beck - The Wellnes Authors Show
Jeff Knott - The Wellness Authors Show
John A. DiCicco - The Business Authors Show
Michelle Matro - The Business Authors Show
Reverend Dr. Linda De Coff - The Christian Authors Show
Rob Sheehy - The Christian Authors Show
Lynda Broadway-Tetirick - The Christian Authors Show

"Our goal with this site," said Ms. Hampson, "is to create a one stop resource that covers all the bases in regards to creating success for authors in an Internet marketing environment. The collaboration between us allows authors to take advantage of getting the word out through Book Marketing, while participating in networking resources,  group discussions, publisher information listings, full service audio and video production, publicity and marketing resources and much more, all found at one centralized location. As the site grows and evolves, the value of this resource will only increase."

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show Radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show radio group of programs, The Authors Show TV version and is the CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

More information is available by visiting the Book Marketing site at www.TheAuthorsMarketingPowerhouse.com. Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don (at) FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle (at)TheAuthorsShow.com.

Contact:
Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com

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Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Announces New Blog Talk Interview With Alexander M. Zoltai on 'Authors Speaking'

'Authors and Technology', a BlogTalkRadio show hosted by Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, invites experts in technology to discuss the future, which is happening now. On Monday, August 20, 2012, Dr. Holstein will interview Alexander M. Zoltai. The show will be archived at the 'Authors Speaking' site

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein will interview Alexander M. Zoltai on the next installment of 'Authors And Technology'. Zoltai is the author of 'Notes From An Alien' and is the event manager at Book Island on Second Life. Listeners will discover how a virtual world experience can work for both authors and readers. Callins are welcomed and encouraged at 424-222-5203

The show will be broadcast live on Blogtalk Radio on August 20, 2012 at 2pm Eastern and will be archived at 'Authors Speaking'. 'Authors Speaking', developed by Dr. Holstein, brings authors together with librarians, educators and bookclubs through virtual author visits using Skype technology.

"In this world of millions of websites," stated Dr. Holstein, "it's nice to have one place where authors, librarians, teachers, book clubs, and bloggers can all come together to find each other. The virtual world is waiting, but still the links have to be made.  For example, let's say you are a librarian in Idaho and you are looking for an author to come and talk about flowering shrubs at a Senior Book Hour. You don't have to just invite the local florist.  An author who lives in Maine and has written a book on plants can be at your doorstep, via Skype, for the next meeting.  All that needs to happen is communication.  And that is easy with AuthorsSpeaking. Authors display their books and their talents by sharing their trailers, video interviews, notices of speaking engagements, etc. Librarians and other jjoin also and post what that are looking for.  Authors find librarians. Librarians find authors and the interviews are scheduled.  It is a win-win for everyone."

'Authors Speaking' encourages authors to make virtual visits to classrooms, libraries, bookclubs and bookstores through Skype and other forms of technology. 'Authors Speaking' gives authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter.

More information regarding all the above activities is available by visiting the 'Authors Speaking' site at www.AuthorsSpeaking.com. Questions about 'Authors Speaking' should be directed to Dr. Holstein at drbarbara@enchantedself.com. Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below. Questions about this release can be directed to Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group at don@freepublicitygroup.com.

About Authors Speaking

'Authors Speaking' gives authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
www.AuthorsSpeaking.com
drbarbara@enchantedself.com
732-571-1200

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of August 13, 2012

Book Marketing, The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, serves as a community of authors and allows authors to actively engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. Authors can upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. It also offers discussion forums, segmented groups and events listings. Facebook and Twitter integration are available

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule.

Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter. The site is a joint collaboration, developed by Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

"We believe this site offers a real opportunity for authors, publishers, self published authors and publishing companies," stated Mr. McCauley, "as the site offers so many options, opportunities and possibilities. It can be treated as a place to create awareness of one's work while, at the same time, the site allows the author to network with like-minded individuals. No cost video training is provided to members at the site. The segmented groups allow for the exchange of book marketing ideas, while the discussion forums can serve as an educational resource for those who may have a need to increase their own knowledge in regards to creating marketing and publicity plans that produce real results. All of this can be integrated with social networking technologies. The site can serve as a centralized hub for book marketing activity, education and networking."

Group discussions include website design and search engine optimization, marketing and publicity, audio and video, writing fiction and writing non-fiction. There are segmented group discussion for children's authors and Christian authors. Forum discussions include book marketing strategies and website optimization strategies. Groups and discussions can be created by participants, subject to moderator approval. Help A Publisher Publish You (HAPPY), offered through eBroadcastMedia.com, is a weekly listing of publishers and agents sent to participants of the list service.

Appearances on The Authors Show, Internet radio and tv versions, are produced by Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com. The shows offer professionally produced radio and TV interviews that are broadcast worldwide. This upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

Week August 13, 2012 On The Book Marketing Show

Eric DelaBarre
John Meacham
Richard Godwin
Leyland Hazlewood

Week August 13, 2012 On The Radio Version

Susan Tornga
Robert Ours
Kelli Sue Landon
Roberta Goodman
Zachary E. Lewis - The Wellness Authors Show
Wayne Brillhart - The Childrens Authors Show
Leyland Hazlewood - The Childrens Authors Show
Alan Ellman - The Business Authors Show
Louis Straney - The Business Authors Show
Jennifer Scalise - The Christian Authors Show
Linda Dipman - The Christian Authors Show

"Our goal with this site," said Ms. Hampson, "is to create a one stop resource that covers all the bases in regards to creating success for authors in an Internet marketing environment. The collaboration between us allows authors to take advantage of getting the word out through Book Marketing, while participating in networking resources,  group discussions, publisher information listings, full service audio and video production, publicity and marketing resources and much more, all found at one centralized location. As the site grows and evolves, the value of this resource will only increase."

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show Radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show radio group of programs, The Authors Show TV version and is the CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

More information is available by visiting the Book Marketing site at www.TheAuthorsMarketingPowerhouse.com. Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don (at) FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle (at)TheAuthorsShow.com.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com

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Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein Announces New Blog Talk Interview With Angela Yuriko Smith on 'Authors Speaking'

'Authors and Technology', a BlogTalkRadio show hosted by Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein, invites experts in technology to discuss the future, which is happening now. On August 6, Dr. Holstein interviewed Angela Yuriko Smith, author of 'End Of Mae'. The show will be archived at the 'Authors Speaking' site

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein recently interviewed Angela Yukiro Smith, author of 'End Of Mae'. Under her former byline, Smith worked for two years as a contract writer for MilitaryLifeStyle.com which included interviews with Joan Jett, John Nance, Amy Dacyczyn, and Randy’L He-Dow Teton, the only living model for an American coin.  She created a unique marketing campaign that utilized the internet and virtual worlds such as Second Life to successfully promote her first book for less than $50 USD. 

The show was broadcast live on Blogtalk Radio and will be archived at 'Authors Speaking'. 'Authors Speaking', developed by Dr. Holstein, brings authors together with librarians, educators and bookclubs through virtual author visits using Skype technology.

"In this world of millions of websites," stated Dr. Holstein, "it's nice to have one place where authors, librarians, teachers, book clubs, and bloggers can all come together to find each other. The virtual world is waiting, but still the links have to be made.  For example, let's say you are a librarian in Idaho and you are looking for an author to come and talk about flowering shrubs at a Senior Book Hour. You don't have to just invite the local florist.  An author who lives in Maine and has written a book on plants can be at your doorstep, via Skype, for the next meeting.  All that needs to happen is communication.  And that is easy with AuthorsSpeaking. Authors display their books and their talents by sharing their trailers, video interviews, notices of speaking engagements, etc. Librarians and other jjoin also and post what that are looking for.  Authors find librarians. Librarians find authors and the interviews are scheduled.  It is a win-win for everyone."

'Authors Speaking' encourages authors to make virtual visits to classrooms, libraries, bookclubs and bookstores through Skype and other forms of technology. 'Authors Speaking' gives authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter.

More information regarding all the above activities is available by visiting the 'Authors Speaking' site at www.AuthorsSpeaking.com. Questions about 'Authors Speaking' should be directed to Dr. Holstein at drbarbara@enchantedself.com. Dr. Holstein is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below. Questions about this release can be directed to Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group at don@freepublicitygroup.com.

Profile:

'Authors Speaking' gives authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter.

Contact:

Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein
170 Morris Ave.,
Long Branch, New Jersey 07740
www.AuthorsSpeaking.com
drbarbara@enchantedself.com
732-571-1200

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Jerry Sandusky Sentencing - Author Jeanne McElvaney Offers Insight Into The Long Term Effects On Victims

Jeanne McElvaney is the author of 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story', an insightful journey into the world of childhood sexual abuse and dissociated trauma memories. McElvaney believes the life-changing, long term effects must be considered if justice is to be served

As Jerry Sandusky is sentenced for his crimes, it is important to remember the long-term effects of his sexual molestation. For most of us, the memories may fade. Not so for the survivors of his abuse.

"Ongoing research makes it clear," stated author Jeanne McElvaney, "survivors of sexual abuse will more likely experience depression, addictions, sleep and eating disorders, and diminished socioeconomic potential. They have an increased chance of suicide. Their immune function is affected. Low self esteem, intimacy, and relationship instability are legacies of sexual abuse. Survivors often face issues related to anger, guilt, loss, trust, and personal power."

In the traditions of Sandra Butler and Louise Armstrong before her, Ms. McElvaney serves as a voice for victims of childhood sexual abuse. Her book, 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' is a gripping and powerful novel that turns the world upside down, as readers witness innocence celebrated and violated. The book has been called a 'tremendous contribution to childhood trauma literature.' The novel is currently listed as a Finalist by Readers Favorite in the Women's Fiction category.

"I wrote 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' because I wanted to take the reader on a journey of insight," McElvaney continued, "so they could understand dissociated trauma memories - how they pull a person out of everyday reality so that person can survive the moment. I wanted readers to know how our minds work to protect us, but also leave us with memories we can't recall even though they continue driving our choices, feelings, and beliefs."

Sexual abuse is a crime most often kept hidden by secrecy and silence.

* “ In the United States, society’s historical attitude about the sexual victimization of children can generally be summed up in one word: denial.” (Kenneth Lanning, Former Supervisory Special Agent, FBI).

* “ Childhood molestation is one of the most under-reported crimes – only 1-10% are ever disclosed.” (FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin).

"Shame and guilt keep us from stepping forward," continued McElvaney, "if outright threats don’t. Until parents recognize that caring, dedicated, nice, hard-working pillars of the community can also be abusers, they provide a shield for the molesters and make it almost impossible for children to tell their truth and believe it will be heard."

McElvaney says, “If a child finds the courage to tell their secret, I would have every adult remember this statistic: children are telling the truth 99.5% of the time.” (TAALK)

The comfortable and prevailing belief that the typical child molester is someone we don’t know is slowly changing. The truth is, those who sexually abuse our youth look and act like the people we know. Though we would like to believe these incidents are rare and far between, McElvaney believes this case will help people realize, perpetrators are active over many years.

* “ The typical offender begins molesting by the age of 15 and molests an average of 117 youngsters.”  (Dr. Gene Abel, National Institute of Mental Health Study)

* “ 77.9% of convicted sex offenders are sent back to prison within two years.” (California Department of Corrections)

A recent reviewer and therapist stated 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' is "a resource as much as it is a novel. Dry, academic explanations of this condition are unable to touch the complex, nostalgic, and deeply moving way this author has been able to take the reader directly into the depths of this state of mind."

Jeanne McElvaney is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at jeanne@gotospirit.com. 'Spirit Unbroken: Abby's Story' is available at online bookstores. More information on all of Jeanne McElvaney's books is available at her website.

Profile:

Jeanne McElvaney is an author of women’s empowerment novels. She has done extensive research in childhood sexual abuse and is a survivor herself. Her blog, “Sexual Abuse Insights”, supports survivors in healing.

Contact:

Jeanne McElvaney
http://www.GoToSpirit.com
jeanne@gotospirit.com

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Dallas Texas Author And Life Coach Astrid Harris Releases New Book, ‘Finally, Get What You Want’

‘Finally! Get What You Want’ is a six-part course written in workbook style that is designed to provide readers with the direction, purpose and motivation they are looking for to get what they want out of life

Dallas Texas life coach and best-selling author Astrid Harris has announced the release of her latest book, ‘Finally! Get What You Want’. The book is a six-part course written in workbook style. It is designed to help readers develop direction, clarify their life’s purpose and to develop the drive necessary to achieve one’s life goals, while providing motivation and the tools to build an effective life plan.

“This workbook,” stated Ms. Harris, “will provide readers with the direction, purpose and drive they are looking for to get what they want out of life. Readers will be able to define with clarity what they truly desire from life and will know how to get it.”

‘Finally! Get What You Want’ is divided into six modules:

Module One –
Discovery: What’s my life about?

Module Two –
Goal Setting: What do I want?

Module Three –
Moving Forward: How do I get started?

Module Four –
Adversity: How do I overcome setbacks?

Module Five –
Motivation: How do I stick with it?

Module Six –
Perseverance: How do I get what I want and keep it?

Each of the six modules includes both exercises and assignments. ‘Finally! Get What You Want’ can be used as a life map and a life plan. Readers will rediscover those lost ambitions, goals and those dreams that have fallen by the wayside. Ms. Harris’ life coaching skills come sharply into focus to help the reader increase motivation and develop perseverance.

“You will discover," continued Ms. Harris, "what your life is about, what you want from it, how to get it, and how to keep it. It will show you where you are now, where you want to go, and the various stops you must make in between to reach your goals. You will have the skill and confidence to get up from any fall, dust yourself off, and carry on regardless of the situation. Once you have achieved this state you will know, because you will never have felt anything like it before.”

Astrid Harris is available for media interviews and can be reached using the information below or by email at astrid.harris@astridslifecoaching.com. More information is available at her website. ‘Finally! Get What You Want’ is available at Amazon.com and BarnesNoble.com.

Profile:

Astrid Harris is an internationally renowned confidence building expert, best-selling author, educator and highly regarded life coach.

Early on, Astrid capitalized on her outgoing personality, passion for learning and international awareness and understanding to teach languages at a prestigious school for adults. Awards such as Outstanding Teacher of the Year recognized her superior professional performance. Her strong entrepreneurial spirit eventually motivated her to establish her own language school, Polyglot-Network, which currently offers a broad range of language services to a diverse client base. Astrid always looks for ways to use her personal life experience and extensive cultural expertise to enrich the lives of others.

In addition, Astrid followed her dream even further to connect her life experiences with her gifts for teaching and mentoring others. She established Astrid’s Life Coaching in which she successfully utilizes her keen perception and knowledge of different learning styles and world-views to professionally motivate and coach others. She encourages people to take personal responsibility for their actions, stay focused and move steadily toward their goals. Her empathy and enthusiasm as well as her direct, no nonsense approach help her clients quickly get what they want.

Contact:

Astrid Harris
Astrid’s Life Coaching and Confidence Building
5200 Keller Springs Road, #533
Dallas, TX 74248
214-356-1270
www.astridharris.weebly.com
astrid.harris@astridslifecoaching.com

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Book Marketing Announcements: The Authors Show Lineup For The Week Of August 6, 2012

Book Marketing, The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, serves as a community of authors and allows authors to actively engage in promotion and publicity for marketing purposes. Authors can upload author photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. It also offers discussion forums, segmented groups and events listings. Facebook and Twitter integration are available

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com, founders of Book Marketing, announced today The Authors Show radio and TV weekly broadcast schedule.

Book Marketing, branded as 'The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', allows authors and publishers the opportunity to upload photos, bios, book covers, video and book videos. The site also offers discussion forums, segmented special interest groups and allows for event listings. Each author can develop a personalized page. In addition the site allows for integration with Facebook and Twitter. The site is a joint collaboration, developed by Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

"We believe this site offers a real opportunity for authors, publishers, self published authors and publishing companies," stated Mr. McCauley, "as the site offers so many options, opportunities and possibilities. It can be treated as a place to create awareness of one's work while, at the same time, the site allows the author to network with like-minded individuals. No cost video training is provided to members at the site. The segmented groups allow for the exchange of book marketing ideas, while the discussion forums can serve as an educational resource for those who may have a need to increase their own knowledge in regards to creating marketing and publicity plans that produce real results. All of this can be integrated with social networking technologies. The site can serve as a centralized hub for book marketing activity, education and networking."

Group discussions include website design and search engine optimization, marketing and publicity, audio and video, writing fiction and writing non-fiction. There are segmented group discussion for children's authors and Christian authors. Forum discussions include book marketing strategies and website optimization strategies. Groups and discussions can be created by participants, subject to moderator approval. Help A Publisher Publish You (HAPPY), offered through eBroadcastMedia.com, is a weekly listing of publishers and agents sent to participants of the list service.

Appearances on The Authors Show, Internet radio and tv versions, are produced by Danielle Hampson of eBroadcastMedia.com. The shows offer professionally produced radio and TV interviews that are broadcast worldwide. This upcoming scheduled radio lineups include:

Week August 6, 2012 On The Book Marketing Show

Eric DelaBarre
John Meacham
Richard Godwin
Leyland Hazlewood

Week August 6, 2012 On The Radio Version

Kath Russell
Kelli Sue Landon
Kane
Stephen Schochet - NonFiction
Janet Ruth Heller - The Childrens Authors Show
Zachary Lewis - The Wellness Authors Show
Michielle DJ Beck - The Wellness Authors Show
Jeff Knott - The Wellness Authors Show
Alan Ellman - The Business Authors Show
John A. DiCicco - The Business Authors Show
Ess-Jee Rautenbach - The Christian Authors Show
Dr. Vito Rallo - The Christian Authors Show
Samantha Ryan Chandler - The Christian Authors Show
Richard Trayler - The Christian Authors Show

"Our goal with this site," said Ms. Hampson, "is to create a one stop resource that covers all the bases in regards to creating success for authors in an Internet marketing environment. The collaboration between us allows authors to take advantage of getting the word out through Book Marketing, while participating in networking resources,  group discussions, publisher information listings, full service audio and video production, publicity and marketing resources and much more, all found at one centralized location. As the site grows and evolves, the value of this resource will only increase."

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist and is the facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group, a marketing and publicity firm. He also serves as the host of The Authors Show Radio.  Danielle Hampson is the Executive Producer of The Authors Show radio group of programs, The Authors Show TV version and is the CEO of eBroadcastMedia.com.

More information is available by visiting the Book Marketing site at www.TheAuthorsMarketingPowerhouse.com. Questions about Book Marketing can be addressed to Don McCauley by email at don (at) FreePublicityGroup.com. Questions about The Authors Show, radio and tv versions can be addressed to Danielle Hampson at danielle (at)TheAuthorsShow.com.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
don@freepublicitygroup.com

Danielle Hampson
TheAuthorsShow.com
danielle@TheAuthorsShow.com

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How To Market An Ebook - New Report Released By Wilmington NC Marketing Firm FPFG

Top ranked marketing and publicity firm offers no charge report focusing on Internet marketing strategies for ebook marketing

The Free Publicity Focus Group, a top ranked Internet marketing and publicity firm based in Wilmington NC, has released 'How To Market An Ebook'. The report focuses on how book marketing strategies have been impacted by recent changes in the publishing industry and offers vital information for those hoping to successfully market an ebook in the Internet marketing environment.

"The marketing model used for books," stated McCauley, "has changed, and this is especially true for ebooks and related products.  New book marketing models (and most traditional models) must now be primarily Internet based. There is nothing new in that of course. Today authors and writers generally do not have the marketing machinery of the big publishing houses behind them. They will necessarily have to learn the basics of effective Internet marketing, versus using outdated marketing methods and ineffective models."

The Free Publicity Focus Group offers marketing consulting services to authors and publishers, small business and service business clients. The company specializes in marketing strategy development. The range of specific services includes search engine marketing, search engine optimization, Internet marketing and publicity and a host of other services that assist companies and individuals in the implementation of marketing strategies that produce results.

"Every target market for any particular ebook is specific in regards to age, gender, geographic region, wants, needs and preferred approach. Developing an effective ebook marketing strategy in the Internet marketing environment is every bit as difficult as building a marketing strategy for a brick and mortar business. Our goal is to assist clients in navigating the minefield of options out there and to develop and implement marketing strategies that produce sales."

The company offers no charge ebooks, reports and video training at the Free Publicity Focus Group website. These can be downloaded and put to use immediately by those hoping to create success by utilizing proven, common sense marketing methods, tools and strategies. McCauley offers one final piece of advice that is especially important to those who hope to create success in today's inbound marketing environment.

"Don't use a tool or method," McCauley continued, "because of hearsay or because someone else said it should be used. Failure often results from concentrating on a marketing tool, rather than concentrating first on the blueprint - the strategy. The underlying strategy is the key component, as it is this plan that will determine WHICH methods the individual should use, HOW they should be used, IF, WHEN and WHERE they should be used."

Don McCauley is available for media interview and can be reached using the information below. More information is available at the website. The new report is available at no charge at the group's website at http://www.freepublicitygroup.com/how-to-market-an-ebook.html.

Profile:

Don McCauley is a marketing strategist with over 30 years of experience. He helps individuals, small businesses, authors and professionals create low cost and no cost publicity and marketing campaigns to increase sales. The primary goal is to demonstrate how anyone can develop an effective marketing and publicity campaign for little or no money. This is accomplished by utilizing cutting edge strategic marketing and publicity resources. He serves as facilitator of the Free Publicity Focus Group. He is the co-founder of 'Book Marketing - The Authors Marketing Powerhouse', and serves as host for several of 'The Authors Show' radio programs.

Contact:

Don McCauley
Free Publicity Focus Group
http://www.freepublicitygroup.com
don@freepublicitygroup.com

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Traditional Publishing Versus Self Publishing - Authors, Agents And Publishers Invited To Offer Opinions On The Best Options

The world of book publishing has seen dramatic and sweeping changes over the last few years. New authors are often confused by the seemingly endless choices. Author Rusty Blackwood has been through it and now hopes to help new authors make informed and intelligent decisions by offering up the experiences of those who have been through the publishing process

Acclaimed Canadian author Rusty Blackwood, author of the 'Passion In Paris' series, today announced that she invites authors, agents and publishers, both traditional and non-traditional, to participate in a discussion of the pros and cons of publishing models now available to authors. Her hope is to offer up the experiences of those who have been through the process as a resource for authors new to publishing. She also hopes this effort will give publishers a feel for what is important to authors and writers in today's book marketing environment.

“I began writing seriously in 2001,” says Canadian author Rusty Blackwood, when recently asked about her work. “Being able to express my emotions in expressive word has always been an endearing passion to me which is why I continue to follow my dreams, as well as my heart when it comes to bringing this passion to public awareness. I believe that is the simple bases in which most writers continue to write and produce their craft, regardless of the endless hours it takes to comprise something worthy of their talent, or the endless rejection from editors telling them their latest effort does not make the cut via a scribbled note telling the author: ‘very nice, but not what we are looking for at this time’. Yet regardless of the excuse, the rejection continues to be difficult, mainly because one wonders whether it’s simply a way of telling the prospective author that the piece they have slaved over, poured their heart and soul into, is in actuality, not good enough, or they are simply not cut out to write. Either excuse generates the same disheartening reaction within the soul of the writer. Thus, one turns to the self-publishing route and the all too-often undesirable conflicts surrounding that route."

Ms. Blackwood continues, “I speak first hand on this subject, for I took this route in the fall of 2008 to disastrous endings both in bungled services, and unexpected debt. I did not enter into this venture blindly for I had thoroughly done my research of the company I used. I have since pulled away from said company and revised and republished previous titles through another venue, and am in the process of revising a major title with hopes of gaining literary representation and following the traditional publishing route. I can only hope this will result in a much better ending than what I have experienced thus far.”

Comments can be posted at Blackwood's blog at www.Rusty-Blackwood.com/blog. Click on the 'Publishing Opinions' tab. Ms. Blackwood requests that no company names or identifiable information be used in these comments and reserves the right to edit all comments. The comments, opinions and ideas expressed will be posted and available to the public so that writers, authors, agents and publishers can access the information to help them make informed decisions.

Ms Blackwood's titles are available at Amazon.com, CreateSpace.com, and at her website bookstore.

Ms. Blackwood resides in St. Catharines, Ontario and is the author of a number of romance novels, poetry books and children's books.

Contact:

Rusty Blackwood
Romance novels: http://www.Rusty-Blackwood.com
Other works: http://www.rusty-blackwood.com/blog/
Email: writerrusty@hotmail.ca

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