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PUYALLUP, Wash., Sept. 19, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — ADHD advocate and author Jesse J. Anderson is proud to release “Extra Focus: The Quick Start Guide to Adult ADHD” (ISBN: 979-8988644200 (paperback); 979-8988644217 (ebook)). The book is set to redefine how adults with ADHD (Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder) navigate their unique challenges, by offering compassionate understanding and practical strategies for effective living.

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, Sept. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In Ellen J. Lewinberg’s current picture book, “Joey and His Friend Water” (ISBN: 978-0228881698; May 2023), Joey, the main character in the book, finds that he is able to talk to the water in a stream behind his house. Joey finds it hard to believe that he is talking to and learning from Water, and keeps checking the ideas that Water is presenting to him.

WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Fostering their continued efforts to create innovative programs to lead the charge in building a more sustainable future, the HBCU Green Fund, founded by environmental leader, Felicia Davis, has launched a self-titled publishing brand. Their first release, “MSITU: The Old-Growth Forest,” is written by three women in STEM, Spelman college students and alumna, Serena Echols, Imani Blue and Nia McKenzie, and illustrated by Niara Powell.

CALGARY, Alberta, Canada, Sept. 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Relationships, marriage, and parenthood-these beautiful connections often come with their share of challenges. Dan McMillan, a therapist and psychologist based in Alberta, Canada, witnessed the struggles that can plague relationships. He recognized the need to shed light on a common hurtful pattern that couples often find themselves in. This realization led to the creation of his debut picture book, “Badger and Turtle: Face the Storm” (ISBN: 978-0228888116)

FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The first issue of the comic book “GENIUS: The Akashic Avatar” is perhaps the most notable because it contains a story penned by Rachel Pollack, an award-winning trans author, tarot expert and comic book writer who died of Hodgkin’s lymphoma April 7, 2023 at age 77, the TINSLEY BOYS announced today.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “The Joy of Funerals” (ISBN: 979-8988500018) hailed as “Six Feet Under” meets “Sex & the City” – was originally released in 2003 by St. Martin’s Press. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Palagram Press is reissuing the novel on Oct. 2, 2023, to highlight this triumphant milestone with an updated cover and new letter from the award-winning author and New York Times contributor, Alix Strauss.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla., Aug. 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Dr. Gwendolyn Mukes, a Los Angeles based actress, renowned educator and civil rights activist presents her debut children’s book, “Gwen Didn’t Care” (ISBN: 979-8985784428) at Full Circle Bookstore on August 26, 1900 NW Expy, Oklahoma City, OK, at 3 p.m. “Gwen Didn’t Care” honors the 65th Anniversary of the nation’s first approved sit-in movement, and tells a true story of the silly, ridiculous, unjust, unfair, unfortunate laws of Jim Crow.

NEW YORK, N.Y., Aug. 23, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Tonight, the heart of New York City will resonate with a poignant tribute as its iconic buildings don a solemn hue in honor of the International Day of Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition. This visual gesture carries a profound significance, paying homage to both an exceptional individual and an often-forgotten chapter of history, Mocha Media announces today.

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Emerging author Dewalt du Plessis introduces readers to his mesmerizing imagination and world-building skills in his debut novel, “Ash Moonlight” (ISBN: 978-0228886617; July, 2022). Originally conceived as song lyrics, “Ash Moonlight” has blossomed into a captivating tale set in a post-apocalyptic world. In this era, following The Great Star Fall, the once-kindled bonds of unity have been replaced by mounting tensions between the Ahusaka and Dyenie tribes.

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A fantastical story set in a world where paladins are heroes and the champions of the gods finds itself in the shadow of a looming threat. Their only choice? To rely on the services of an uneducated, incapable and stubborn paladin named Krell, whose adventures we follow again in the fantasy novel “Futility of Defense” (ISBN: 978-0228892243; July, 2023) by Bryan Cole, the second book in the “A Paladin’s Journey” series.

MONTREAL, Quebec, Canada, Aug. 16, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A new beacon of guidance has emerged in the culinary world as esteemed restaurateur and author, Billy Pham, unveils his groundbreaking book titled “Turn Your Restaurant Know-How Into Success & Growth” (ISBN: 978-0228876755). [UPDATED]

PHOENIX, Ariz., Aug. 14, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Safiya Andrews, an Arizona-based author, today announced the release of her latest book “The Awkward Art of Being: Turn Your Awkward Into Your Awesome!” (ISBN: 979-8988421801). Her captivating guidebook takes readers on a transformative journey through the intricacies of social interaction, embracing the beauty of awkwardness and empowering individuals to navigate the world with confidence and authenticity.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Printed in Blood, a publisher of art books, is proud to present a collector’s edition “I Spit On Your Grave Scriptbook.” The book features 144 pages of art, essays, and ephemera honoring 45 years of the iconic film. The book celebrates the inclusion of Meir Zarchi’s 1978 cult classic “I Spit On Your Grave aka Day of the Woman” film negative, script and artifacts in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent film archive in New York City.

TEMECULA, Calif., Aug. 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Publishers Newswire (PNW), a news publisher covering books, music and software launched in 2004, has announced its semiannual “books to bookmark” list of six new and interesting children’s books from small publishers and self-published authors in North America published over the past year. These children’s books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishing houses.

TODOS SANTOS, Baja California Sur, Mexico, Aug. 3, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Novelist Michelle Wildgen has joined the faculty of the Todos Santos Writers Workshop for the 11th annual winter session, Feb. 4 – 10, 2024. Wildgen, a longtime editor at Tin House magazine, and author of four novels, will lead the fiction class. Wildgen joins Christopher Merrill (poetry), Karen Karbo (memoir), Jeanne McCulloch (memoir), and Rex Weiner (storytelling strategies) in the acclaimed creative writing retreat’s teaching lineup.

BOSTON, Mass., July 24, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author Mackenzie Lee unveils a heartwarming tale of eternal love that defies all odds in her latest book, “And Then I Met You” (IBSN: 978-0228887737; Released March, 2023). This poignant true story weaves a mesmerizing narrative of a love that transcends the boundaries of time, space, and even life itself.

VANCOUVER, B.C., Canada, July 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A romantic fictional story that follows a long-time single mother’s experience with grief, hope, faith, and healing. “Find Me on 4th Street” (ISBN: 978-0228884606; paperback) is Vancouver, B.C. author Colleen Kanten Carbol’s debut novel at the age of 91.

NAPLES, Fla., July 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Bajek Publisher Services announces “In for Life: A Journey into Murder, Corruption, and Friendship” (ISBN: 978-0578965192), a true crime memoir by journalist Elaine Alice Murphy, released July 18, 2023.

KEARNY, N.J., July 11, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — “The Children of Light: Book I” (ISBN: 978-1958377017; paper) is a picture book for children by co-authors Elizabeth and Adetoro Adekunle. The book follows the fun adventures of 4 friends who live in West Africa, as their town works on regaining electricity which was later obtained with solar power. Published by The Black Girl Judge Company LLC.

SYDNEY, Australia, July 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sloan Blecher’s literary fiction novel “The Shadow” (ISBN: 978-0228888840; June, 2023) is a heartbreaking story told in a heartwarming way of a family’s struggles when a new family moves next door. “The Shadow,” Blecher’s first novel, was released in 2023 and is now available on Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes & Noble.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., July 6, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Legacy Launch Pad Publishing is proud to release “Breath of Life: Finding Long-Term Recovery with Breathwork and Stepwork” (ISBN: 978-1-956955-87-3 (ebook); 978-1956955866 (paperback); 978-1956955859 (hardcover)), the first book by Nick Terry TNT, a breathwork specialist, cofounder of addiction rehab Honu House in Hawaii and owner of Breath of Life Recovery.

NAPLES, Fla., June 27, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Historic Needles, California was the last stop on the historic Route 66. It was a “welcome to California” for highway drivers through decades past. Famously name-dropped in “Grapes of Wrath,” Needles was a prominent site and stopping point for migrant workers fleeing The Dust Bowl. Bajek Publisher Services announces “Needles” (ISBN: 979-8218059484), a new novel by author Jerimah Tracey, that takes full advantage of this enigmatic setting.

LA JOLLA, Calif., June 26, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Children’s sing-along book author and vocalist Bridget Burton (pen name) known in her community as Barbara Burton Graf, just published her second children’s book “Annie Kai Lani Kai Lou: Maui’s Beloved Pup” (ISBN 978-0989562416; Softcover) this month. The illustrated book, designed for early readers, is captured in both a soft cover print, eBook (Kindle) and video/cartoon versions and includes upbeat Hawaiian music with steel guitar and ukulele and vocals by the author herself.

TORONTO, Ontario, June 20, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Mikayla Rose, a talented and promising English graduate, has unveiled her remarkable debut young adult novel, “When June Met July” (IBSN: 978-0228882497; April 2023). This gripping tale takes readers on an emotional journey through the complexities of love, friendship, and the challenges of navigating life’s unexpected twists.

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 20, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — VocalzMusic & Publishing announces that famed Motown songwriter, recording artist and lone female member of legendary R&B sibling singing group, DeBarge, Bunny DeBarge released her newly revised, tell all memoir, “The Kept Ones: DeBarge, The Fame Years,” in print, with a gold ribbon design, on Monday, June 19, 2023.

OTTAWA, Ontario, Canada, June 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Amidst decreasing productivity and the increasing dangers posed by Big Tech AI products, tech executive and entrepreneur Janak Alford presents a solution in his new book, “Intelligent Digital Ecosystems: How Rethinking Technology Will Expand Your Mind and Change Your World” (ISBN: 978-0228873020; May 2023).

AJAX, ONTARIO, Canada, June 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In Sean Lewis’ current picture book, “Finna Lit: Creativity. Entrepreneurship. Lifestyle. Money” (ISBN: 978-0228883821; April, 2023), the main character, Dell, uses his wits and experiences to create his own path to financial independence. His connection with his family and his passion for being financially literate lead him to learn from others, but most importantly educate his friend.

TIMMINS, Ontario, Canada, June 5, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Sharon Bruce, an accomplished author with a passion for storytelling, has released her latest book, “Shoebox Baby,” (IBSN: 978-0228890645; May, 2023) a compelling work of creative non-fiction that chronicles the extraordinary life of Susan Fenton and the challenges she faced growing up.

EDMONTON, Alberta, Canada, May 30, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author and entrepreneur Barb Lockert is excited to announce the release of her new cookbook, “Easy Baking in Barb’s Kitchen” (ISBN: 978-0228885313; May, 2023). This cookbook offers easy-to-follow recipes and time-saving tips and tricks for bakers of all levels.

NORWALK, Conn., May 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — After, Inc., a global leader in Warranty Services since 2005, developed a “Warranty Claims Scoring 101” guide, leveraging the expertise of its world-class Warranty Analytics team and over 17 years of claim scoring experience. Warranty Claims Scoring is a discipline not widely understood. Few in the industry know how these models are built and implemented, and the significant cost savings they can deliver.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 9, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — May 9, 1950, was the day L. Ron Hubbard’s “Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health” burst onto the scene. Its meteoric ascent to the top of international bestseller lists was fueled by its results. The date of its publication is celebrated by Scientology Churches, Missions and groups throughout the world and by countless more who have simply picked up and read the book and have found hope and relief through its use.

MONTREAL, Quebec, May 4, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — In Adrian Lortie’s debut novel “Zoe and the I Can’t Monkey” (ISBN: 978-0228889755; March 28, 2023), we explore the importance of children developing healthy communication skills and learning to deal with negative emotions at a young age through a fun, educational story.

FORT WORTH, Texas, April 25, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Since he was 12 years old, Jake Tinsley has written and promoted his own professional comic books. Now, the 28-year-old Jake is debuting a brand new adult horror title “ALTERNATIVE NARRATIVES” which is being sold in a powerful Kickstarter, side-by-side with “THE BLONDE ASSASSIN” title written by his father Ben Tinsley. The father and son comprise the TINSLEY BOYS writing team. [VIDEO]

RIVERSIDE, Ill., April 18, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — The EveryLibrary Institute, a national nonprofit focused on public policy and libraries, is proud to announce that bestselling author Nora Roberts and the Nora Roberts Foundation have made a generous donation to the organization to support the launch of Fight for the First, its new advocacy and organizing site with a mission of protecting the First Amendment in libraries across the country.

MADISON, Wis., April 17, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — David P. Perrodin, Ph.D., collaborates with renowned actor Ben Hauck and audio streaming company Spotify to create the audio version of his book “The Velocity of Information – Human Thinking During Chaotic Times.” Utilizing personal interviews and explorations of historical and contemporary events, “The Velocity of Information” gives you an expectation of how both individuals and the masses will behave during different stages of chaos.

NEW YORK, N.Y., April 10, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Steve Madden, the iconic business mogul known primarily for his eponymous shoe brand, added bestselling author to his repertoire when he released “THE COBBLER: HOW I DISRUPTED AN INDUSTRY, FELL FROM GRACE, AND CAME BACK STRONGER THAN EVER” in 2020. Bajek Publisher Services and Kucerak + Company announced today that a new, updated version of Madden’s memoir will be released.

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, April 10, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author and licensed Naturopathic Doctor, Sarah Zadek, has released a comprehensive guide to fertility. The book is titled “It Takes Two… And A Uterus: The Ultimate Guide to Understanding and Enhancing your Fertility,” (ISBN: 978-0228884170; March 1, 2023) the book offers evidence-based guidance on improving the odds of a healthy pregnancy, whether naturally or with the help of advanced reproductive technologies such as IVF.

PERTH, Australia, April 4, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Author Colleen Millsteed has announced the release of her book, “Battle Angel: The Ultimate She Warrior,” (IBSN: 978-0228888727; March 2023) a collection of empowering poetry written to inspire women to tap into their inner strength and overcome the challenges of life.

PENTICTON, B.C., Canada, April 3, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Scott Macfadyen’s crime thriller, “A Whisper in The Shadows” (ISBN: 978-0228882787) follows former assassin Layla, a devoted mother and wife. When someone from her past is gunned down and left for dead, Layla returns to her old life – one that her family knows nothing about. Now Layla must keep her secret safe from her family while searching for those that shot her mentor, the man who saved her from a life on the streets and turned her into a hitwoman.

NORTHGATE, South Australia, April 3, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Australian author Jayda Addleton announces the release of her debut poetry book, “Unspoken Emotions” (ISBN: 978-0228883203; March 2023), which explores life from a child’s innocence to facing the harsh realities of the world. “Unspoken Emotions” is a collection of poems that offers an honest and raw portrayal of life’s challenges.