Author D.A. Murray Launches Bold Feminist Dystopia “Dominion: Ascension” A tech executive turned novelist reimagines power, gender, and control in a chilling speculative world shaped by technology and rebellion. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Chicago, IL – D.A. Murray, an emerging voice in feminist speculative fiction and a technology executive with deep insight into systems of power,
The annual virtual winter celebration presented by Books That Make You brings festive fun, author readings, and seasonal surprises to booklovers everywhere. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Los Angeles, CA – Jingle Books, the beloved annual virtual holiday celebration for booklovers, returns on Saturday, December 6, 2025, streaming live from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Pacific Time
A story of courage, compassion, and conviction that follows one man’s journey from success in the military and business to transforming lives through education and service. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New York, NY – Visionary leader, social reformer, and author Dr. Abraham M. George launches his powerful memoir, “Mountains to Cross: Finding Life’s Purpose in Service,”
The bestselling author of “Play Nice” and “Cackle” joins a powerful slate of horror legends at next year’s conference. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Pittsburgh, PA — The Horror Writers Association (HWA) and the StokerCon 2026 Committee proudly announce New York Times bestselling author Rachel Harrison as a Guest of Honor at next year’s event, taking place
The annual horror reading initiative returns with a new spokesperson, program timeline, and expanded library resources. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Columbus OH— The Horror Writers Association (HWA), in partnership with Booklist, Book Riot, iREAD, and NoveList®, a division of EBSCO Information Services, announces the eighth annual “Summer Scares,” a reading initiative that provides libraries and schools
The author of “six to carry the casket and one to say the mass” shares essays that blend humor, grief, and gratitude for the holiday season. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Seattle, WA — This holiday season, author and ritual designer Bill Hulseman invites readers to find meaning beyond the ornaments and gatherings with his deeply reflective
“Mellow Your Money” by Mick Heyman and “Saving KC” by Grinnell Desjarlais are honored as finalists in the Book, Story or Feature category. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Los Angeles, CA – Two purpose-driven books from Black Château authors have been named finalists in the prestigious 2025 Anthem Awards. “Mellow Your Money: How to Surf the Market
The Snoodles Book Series They have been watching my back for five books. They have become my family and that is how I feel I have been treated. Got much press/media because of their help! Steven Joseph, author of The Last Surviving Dinosaur: The TyrantoCrankaTsuris, the Snoodles children’s book series, as well as A Grownup
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