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HOT OF THE PRESS AUTOBIOGRAPHY!

Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter by Sidney Poitier

Sidney Poitier is one of the most revered actors in the history of Hollywood. He has overcome enormous obstacles in extraordinary times and is a role model for many Americans because of his convictions, bravery, and grace. Poitier reflects on his amazing life in Life Beyond Measure, offering inspirational advice and personal stories in the form of extended letters to his great-granddaughter. Writing for all who admire his example and who search for wisdom only a man of great experience can offer, this American icon shares his thoughts on love, faith, courage, and the future.

Poitier draws upon the perspective and wisdom gained from his memories as a poor boy in the Bahamas, his experience of racism coming to the United States, falling in love and raising a family, breaking the race barrier in theater and film during the Civil Rights Era, achieving stardom and success in Hollywood, and being a diplomat and humanitarian. He reflects on the deepest questions and the significant passages of his life, the virtues that helped him through tough times, and the sense of purpose and history that strengthened him. He emphasizes the importance of the role of faith in a technological age, as well as our responsibility to the earth and future generations. Throughout, Poitier shares stories about the people of courage he has met along the way and the meaning of life in the face of death.

Life Beyond Measure is the perfect book to inspire readers to live the fullest life with integrity, from one of our most respected celebrities and a national treasure.

Read an Excerpt>>>

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Audio Clip: "Life Beyond Measure: Letters to My Great-Granddaughter" by Sidney Poitier
 

Larry King of CNN interviews Sidney Poitier regarding his new title.

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JUST RELEASED
BUSINESS TITLES!

Sway: The Irresistible Pull of Irrational Behavior by Ori Brafman and Rom Brafman

A fascinating journey into the hidden psychological influences that derail our decision-making, Sway will change the way you think about the way you think.

Why is it so difficult to sell a plummeting stock or end a doomed relationship? Why do we listen to advice just because it came from someone “important”? Why are we more likely to fall in love when there’s danger involved? In Sway, renowned organizational thinker Ori Brafman and his brother, psychologist Rom Brafman, answer all these questions and more.

Drawing on cutting-edge research from the fields of social psychology, behavioral economics, and organizational behavior, Sway reveals dynamic forces that influence every aspect of our personal and business lives, including loss aversion (our tendency to go to great lengths to avoid perceived losses), the diagnosis bias (our inability to reevaluate our initial diagnosis of a person or situation), and the “chameleon effect” (our tendency to take on characteristics that have been arbitrarily assigned to us).

Sway introduces us to the Harvard Business School professor who got his students to pay $204 for a $20 bill, the head of airline safety whose disregard for his years of training led to the transformation of an entire industry, and the football coach who turned conventional strategy on its head to lead his team to victory. We also learn the curse of the NBA draft, discover why interviews are a terrible way to gauge future job performance, and go inside a session with the Supreme Court to see how the world’s most powerful justices avoid the dangers of group dynamics.

Every once in a while, a book comes along that not only challenges our views of the world but changes the way we think. In Sway, Ori and Rom Brafman not only uncover rational explanations for a wide variety of irrational behaviors but also point readers toward ways to avoid succumbing to their pull.

Read an Excerpt>>>

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NEW COOKBOOKS!

Totally Vegetarian: Easy, Fast, Comforting Cooking for Every Kind of Vegetarian by Toni Fiore

The health benefits of vegetarianism are well known, but to many, the art of easily preparing tasty vegetarian food remains a mystery. With PBS’s Totally Vegetarian, Toni Fiore, herself a vegetarian for nearly twenty years, has become one of America’s most trusted guides to fast, flavorful, and comforting vegetarian cooking. Now, in her first-ever cookbook, Fiore presents 200 recipes that emphasize healthy, delicious, and easy-to-prepare food using familiar and readily available ingredients- whether you’re cooking for vegans, vegetarians, or carnivores. Fiore is particularly gifted at formulating great-tasting vegetarian adaptations of popular classics-dishes like tempeh fajitas, veggie potstickers, eggplant “meatballs,” polenta con funghi porcini, potato sage pizza, and easy spicy tofu roll up-that can be made in less than thirty minutes. This is delectable vegetarian fare that longtime vegetarians, vegans, and everyone aspiring to eat less meat will enjoy preparing and savor eating.

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HOT NEW FICTION!

When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris

"David Sedaris's ability to transform the mortification of everyday life into wildly entertaining art," (The Christian Science Monitor) is elevated to wilder and more entertaining heights than ever in this remarkable new book.
Trying to make coffee when the water is shut off, David considers using the water in a vase of flowers and his chain of associations takes him from the French countryside to a hilariously uncomfortable memory of buying drugs in a mobile home in rural North Carolina. In essay after essay, Sedaris proceeds from bizarre conundrums of daily life-having a lozenge fall from your mouth into the lap of a fellow passenger on a plane or armoring the windows with LP covers to protect the house from neurotic songbirds-to the most deeply resonant human truths. Culminating in a brilliant account of his venture to Tokyo in order to quit smoking, David Sedaris's sixth essay collection is a new masterpiece of comic writing from "a writer worth treasuring" (Seattle Times).

David Sedaris is a regular contributor to The New Yorker and Public Radio International's "This American Life." He is the author of the books Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Naked, and Barrel Fever.

Listen to an Audio Excerpt>>>

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NEW HEALTH!

Medical Myths That Can Kill You: And the 101 Truths That Will Save, Extend, and Improve Your Life by Nancy L. Md Snyderman

In this age of countless miracle cures, it’s vital to separate the myths that endanger your health from the medical facts you need.

FACT:
Unfiltered coffee can clog your arteries.

FACT:
Donating blood may lower your risk of heart disease.

FACT:
You don’t really need eight glasses of water a day.

FACT:
Coughing won’t help if you’re having a heart attack. (But aspirin will!)

We’ve become a nation of cyberchondriacs, diagnosing ourselves with false information and half-truths found on sketchy websites. In Medical Myths That Can Kill You, Dr. Nancy Snyderman, chief medical editor for NBC News, provides clear, practical, scientifically proven advice that can lead you to a healthier, happier life.

Discover the simple, everyday things that affect well-being, and get the information you need to revitalize your body, maintain your longevity, manage your care, and possibly even save a life–yours.

NANCY L. SNYDERMAN, M.D., F.A.C.S., is the chief medical editor for NBC News and reports for Nightly News with Brian Williams, Today, and MSNBC. She also has an academic appointment in the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to joining NBC News, Dr. Snyderman served as a medical correspondent for ABC News, then spearheaded a digital project at Johnson & Johnson. She has received numerous broadcasting awards and grants from the American Cancer Society and the Kellogg Foundation. Dr. Snyderman lives on the East Coast with her family. She is passionate about horses, travel, and hiking.

Browse the Book>>>

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SELF-HELP TITLES

The Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living by Russ Harris

Are you, like milllions of Americans, caught in the happines trap? Russ Harris explains that the way most of us go about trying to find happiness ends up making us miserable, driving the epidemics of stress, anxiety, and depression. This empowering book presents  the insights and techniques of ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) a revolutionary new psychotherapy based on cutting-edge research in behavioral psychology. By clarifying your values and developing mindfulness (a technique for living fully in the present moment), ACT helps you escape the happiness trap and find true satisfaction in life.

The techniques presented in The Happiness Trap will help readers to:

-Reduce stress and worry
-Handle painful feelings and thoughts more effectively
-Break self-defeating habits
-Overcome insecurity and self-doubt
-Create a rich, full, and meaningful life

Dr. Russ Harris is a physician and psychotherapist specializing in stress management. Having used the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to overcome his own struggles with anxiety, he now trains individuals and mental-health professionals to use the ACT techniques to overcome a range of psychological problems and improve the quality of their lives. He lives in Melbourne, Australia.

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SIZZLING SPIRITUALITY BOOKS

End of Days: Predictions and Prophecies About the End of the World by Sylvia Browne

The Apocalypse. The Rapture. The End of Days. Humans have long been concerned with the ultimate clash of civilizations, but never more so than now. The world has become a scary place—religious wars, global terrorism, and genocide are all over the news, and thanks to the Internet, the Information Age has ushered in the Anxiety Age. Who better to lead the way out than Sylvia Browne, the most popular psychic working today?

In End of Days, she tackles the most daunting of subjects with her trademark clarity, wisdom, and serenity. She does not shy away from the most daunting and difficult predictions about what will happen to the human race. And throughout she comments on all the End of Days prophecies and predictions that have people speculating that the end is indeed near.

For anyone who’s ever wondered where we’re headed, and what—if anything—we can do to prevent a catastrophe of biblical proportions, End of Days is a riveting and insightful must-read.

Sylvia Browne is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of many books, including Psychic Children, The Two Marys, The Mystical Life of Jesus, Insight, Phenomenon, and Prophecy. A working psychic for more than fifty years, she appears weekly on the Montel Williams Show, and regularly on Larry King Live.

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PARENTING & FAMILY

Yes, You're Pregnant, But What About Me? by Kevin Nealon

At fifty-three, Kevin Nealon thought he had it all: a massive international celebrity with legions of loyal fans; a fabulous modeling career; hundreds of millions of dollars in the bank; and the most recognizable face on the planet. Nealon had accomplished the impossible: a thirty-year career in show business with only limited trips to rehab. But just like every other celebrity, he felt that was not enough. The perpetually insatiable Nealon wanted more, and for him "more" meant a little addition that drooled, burped, and pooped (no, not a Pomeranian).

Now, in his first-ever book, Nealon tells the outrageous story of how he battled through aching joints, Milano cookie cravings, and a rapidly receding hairline to become a first-time dad at an age when most fathers are packing their kids off to college. Offering hysterical commentary about his fickle, often hormonal, road to belated and bloated fatherhood, Nealon guides you through the delivery room and beyond, discussing how his past, his wife, and his neuroses all converged in a montage of side-splitting insecurities during the months leading up to the birth of his son.

In Yes, You're Pregnant, But What About Me?, Nealon details his trip through all the emotional stages of pregnancy—uncomfortable, denial, hungry, sleepy, self-conscious, hungrier, confused, cranky, not-quite-as-hungry but still craving something, sweaty, covered in cookie crumbs—all while struggling to keep his blood pressure down and find the time to read the latest issue of the AARP Bulletin. Wrestling with the dilemmas and fears that fathers have been dealing with for centuries (Can I duct-tape a crib together? How often can I reuse a disposable diaper? What if the baby looks like me and not my wife?), Nealon never fails to entertain with the frequent lunacy and inevitable joy that punctuate his story about parenthood.

Laugh-out-loud funny and remarkably poignant, Nealon's entertaining perspective and his wealth of sarcasm provide a take on fatherhood that is as fresh as it is universal, always reminding you that half the fun of being a parent is getting there.

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Award winning author Philip Harris is gaining popularity with his spiritual/law of attraction books, "Jesus Taught  It Too: The Early Roots of the Law of Attraction,"  "Waking God," and his "Messages" series, Books I and II. http://dickens111.tripod.com/theliteraryworksofphilipharris

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From the Land of Milk and Honey, by Jennifer Cote. With thirty years cooking experience, Chef Jennifer Cote reveals how different flavors, textures, and techniques combine to produce memorable meals efficiently. Her cookbook/devotional has 85 recipes, from salads and soups, to dessert, plus: Scripture and insights about Christian living.

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There's nothing like a good role model -- even if she is a goat! Lily introduces children ages 2-5 to thirteen topics including: numbers, shapes, colors, opposites, manners, family, bodies, transportation, community, rodeo, animals. "Learn Along With Lily" by Donna McNaughton (www.raindropbooks.com)

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Sometimes you feel you are wandering in the wilderness, searching for guidance and inspiration. Once in a while inspiration comes from an unexpected direction. This book is that gem, open it and soon you have read through it, refreshed inspired. Reflections https://www2.xlibris.com/bookstore/bookdisplay.asp?bookid=32610

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BACK FROM THE FRONT: COMBAT TRAUMA, LOVE, AND THE FAMILY, Aphrodite Matsakis, Ph.D., Finalist in 2007 USA Book Awards, “a superb resource that paves the way to hope and healing”, “wisdom, counsel, and hope to the veteran and loved ones”, www.backfromthefront.org

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THE WISDOM OF THE FIVE MESSENGERS: LEARNING TO FOLLOW THE GUIDANCE OF FEELINGS by Kerry Paul Altman, Ph.D., Finalist in 2007 USA Book Awards, “original, readable, insightful”, “refreshing take on the function and purpose of emotions as messengers to the self”, www.sidran.org/store

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The Morgan Horse series nabs two awards in two weeks! First, Shadow: The Curious Morgan Horse (978-0-9709002-6-5) was a finalist in the animals/pets category of the National Best Books 2007 Awards, then, the following week, Annie: The Mysterious Morgan Horse (978-0-9709002-9-6) was selected as a bronze medal winner in the Moonbeam Children’s Book Awards. Learn more at www.willowbendpublishing.com

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"How to Get Arrested: A Motivational Story for Actors Breaking Into Hollywood", by Michael J. Wallach is a unique book that teaches valuable lessons to actors which includes the new chapter ‘MYTHS DEMYSTIFIED’ (the five myths that will hold you back from success!) Michael Wallach, a personal manager and attorney for more than 20 years shares his knowledge and advice in a stylish non-academic manner. No dry checklists in this book! Easily readable and lots of fun. Find out why you don't have to know anyone to make it in this business! www.HowToGetArrested.com

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Breaking bread builds business! But, a lot can go wrong IF you are not prepared. USA Book News Award WINNER (Business: Sales) “The Art of the Business Lunch” is the perfect how-to guide…entertaining, informative and funny. Order today at www.RobinJay.com

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Discover the best life possible by reading the award winning: "Secrets from the Sofa" by Dr. Kenneth Herman. A board certified psychologist shares his secrets to achieve greater self-confidence, effective coping skills, and improved quality of life. For reviews and reader's comments: www.secretsfromthesofa.com

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TALK FOOTBALL - Written By A Woman For Women Who Want To Speak America's Gridiron Language By Alice Nicholas Released: 08/2007. TALK FOOTBALL is fast becoming the “go-to” football book for beginners. This purse-sized paperback includes ten brief chapters, a gridiron glossary and beautiful watercolor illustrations that explains the game clearly and concisely. Every family should have a copy. www.talkfootball.biz

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How to Overcome Procrastination! Motivational speaker gives you encouragement, laughter and actions tips to turn around your day. Every page helps you move closer to your goals. The stylish book and great one liner’s make it an ideal gift or book for the swamped. http://www.funkytofabulous.com

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SHADES OF GRAY is a highly praised epic love story that gives a balanced and realistic view of the War Between the States. This debut novel by Jessica James is being lauded by authors, historians and lovers of romance and historical fiction. www.patriotpressbooks.com or www.jessicajamesbooks.blogspot.com

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Driven by cataclysmic events, PAPER CHILDREN: AN IMMIGRANT'S STORY, encompasses the lives of three generations of women. Based on authentic family letters of her grandmother's family trapped in Poland during WWII, Marcia Fine has written an unforgettable post-Holocaust story. www.marciafine.com

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Annie Books Series': Experience Attention Deficits Through the Eyes of a Child. The Annie Books are a must read for any parent, teacher, or student with the challenges of Asperger's Syndrome and Attention Deficit Disorders. In her own words, a young girl describes her thoughts and emotions about living with Asperger's Syndrome and Attention Deficit Disorder, bullies, peer pressure, making good choices, and "the cliqueys!" View more Annie Books Series at www.anniebooks.com

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"Love Without Limit", winner of  "Fresh Voices 2006", reveals God's unlimited love. It also analyzes Christ's Sermon on the Mount, showing how to overcome anger, benefit from criticism, build self-esteem, and love yourself and others. $12.50  www.lovewithoutlimit.com

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DID MAN CREATE GOD? Is Your Spiritual Brain at Peace with Your Thinking Brain? by David E. Comings, M.D. Hardback Price: $29.95 ISBN 9781878267733 Soft back Price: $24.95 ISBN 9781878267726 694 pages, 280 illustrations in color, table of contents and index. www.didmancreategod.com - Describes the biology of spirituality in a fashion that is not hostile to religion. Presents a rational spirituality that is at peace with your thinking brain. A book for those who have ever had any doubts about their faith.

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Eagle Creek Publications congratulates Ben Keckler for INCREDIBLY LONELY, THAT’S ME, a Best Books 2007 Award finalist in two categories (Children’s Picture Books and Health: Death and Dying).  It is a story of hope amid the loneliness following death.  Visit  www.eaglecreekpubs.com

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Belief in the possibility of an existence beyond that which can be seen can bring about deeply rewarding spiritual connections.  Resonance affirms and celebrates those connections.  2007 USABookNews Best Book Finalist (Visionary Fiction).  All proceeds donated to www.fundformonica.org

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Paws of Wisdom-Valuable Lessons We Can Learn From Our Pets - "Award Winning Finalist in the Self-Help Category of the National Best Books 2007 Awards". Sprinkled with inspirational quotes, the book is a picture of the relationship between a pet and its owner, a self-help guide, and a spiritual journey for anyone.

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WEARING THE SPIDER – Writers Digest International Fiction Award Winner; National Best Books 2007 Finalist. Her identity hijacked, framed for murder by a colleague, a lawyer fights to prove her innocence. “The Devil Wears Prada in legal technicolor.” –Liz Smith, NYPost Columnist, www.wearingthespider.com

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Timeless: four generations of creative kosher cuisine - This gorgeous, fun to use book is the new kitchen staple for every kosher cook and any creative kitchen. Brisket to bruschetta - it's all here! The best -loved dishes you remember to today's innovative cuisines- four timeless collections in one glorious book.

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Shadow Living…Paintings of Grief is the enthralling sequel to I Feel Okay, Deborah Slappey Pitts’ debut bestseller.  In Shadow Living, Pitts shares her intimate story of grief, faith, and healing.  It’s an unforgettable story—one that everyone who has lost a loved one should read and cherish.   www.Dslappeypitts.com

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I'm No Expert, I'll Just Write a Book on it - Temporary Man. A true story: Real life misadventures, mistakes and misplaced aggression in the office. In our approach to being an authentic man or woman we sometimes act... www.cyberoption.com/booksandmore

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Triple-award-winning memoirs of soap opera actor Thom Bierdz (Y&R) overcoming family tragedies of matricide, schizophrenia, paranoia, suicide and Hollywood fame won and lost. Riveting, harrowing, brutally honest, and miraculously uplifting.  FORGIVING TROY available at www.ThomBierdz.com.

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No More Rotten Eggs: 13 Steps to Hiring Grade AA Talent, Award Finalist in National Best Books 2007 in two business categories. A comprehensive guide every business owner, hiring manager and HR professional should own. It guides you through a multi-dimensional recruiting process to guarantee finding top performers. Authors: Debra Thompson & Bill Greif, www.NoMoreRottenEggs.com

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"Chinese Easy To Learn" by Wang-Ching LIU --- a book for high school and college students to learn to write Chinese characters. The methodology presented facilitates the learning process and arouse readers' interest to learn 500 words in a month.

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"Are you afraid of cats? MONIQUE 'SWEETIE PIE' WALTON won the heart of a woman who was afraid of cats. Read about Janet Spann-Walton's strategy for dealing with her fear of cats, and see how her fear evolved into love."

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"The Bucktails at the Devil's Den" by William P. Robertson and David Rimer recently placed as a finalist in the Best Books 2007 Awards.  The book details the heroics of the First Pennsylvania Rifles at Gettysburg.  More info at http://bucktailsandbroomsticks.com.

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Genesis of Man by June Austin. In this book you will gain deeper understanding into the origins of spiritual and religious belief, and philosophical insights into human behaviour and evolution. If you are ready to start thinking outside the box and explore the issues that really matters then this is a must read. Available from www.juneaustin.co.uk Barnes and Noble and amazon.com

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The Resurrection of Billy Maynard is an honest novel about a fatherless young man’s discovery of himself in relation to his past. Family secrets include rape, murder, cover-ups and lies, and Billy must choose which to believe in. http://www.trebleheartbooks.com/WDPersun.html

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Cobblestone Quest – Road Tours of New York’s Historic Buildings (Footprint Press) transports readers back to pre Civil War times as pioneers settled the frontier and developed a unique art form, using stones brought by glaciers as their building material. http://www.footprintpress.com

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Selling the Fantasy tells the story of Lisa Johnson being propositioned by comedian and master of manipulation, Kenneth Maxwell, to participate in a poly-relationship with him and another woman.  Will Lisa be sold the fantasy of love, wealth and romance?

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2007 INDIE AWARD FINALIST “The Fat Lady Never Sings: “How a High School Football Team Found Redemption on the Baseball Diamond.” Want to be uplifted and entertained? Enjoy  high school sports stories? Read  first three chapters free. www.TheFatLadyNeverSings.com.

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The Circle of Olympians, a modern Greek myth by Sonya Haramis, M.Ed. is the Award -Winner in Mythology/Folklore of the National Best Books 2007. “…one of the great spiritual storytellers of our time…” Liz Illgen for New Age Retailer. www.peaceofthedreamer.com

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How to Make a Movie That Puts the Audience to Sleep: A Home Study Course is the only home study manual that shows, step by step, how to avoid the pitfalls of making movies that keep the audience awake. http://tinyurl.com/232fco

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Malignant Self-love: Narcissism Revisited http://www.narcissistic-abuse.com The Narcissistic Personality Disorder and abusive relationships with narcissists and psychopaths - 102 frequently asked questions (FAQs), tips and advice.

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TASTES & TREASURES  A STORYTELLING COOKBOOK OF HISTORIC ARIZONA: Taste Arizona's History...Recipes and stories about historic Arizona properties from the Grand Canyon's El Tovar to the Hermosa Inn to the Copper Queen Hotel.  Modern recipes from historic places for today's cooks.   www.HistoricalLeague.org

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My suspense novel, Crosshairs, is a fast-paced, small-town police procedural set in mountainous north-central Pennsylvania.  Sheriff Jesse Eichenlaub must find the area's first serial killer.  The book is published by James A. Rock & Company. www.russheitz.com

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Jawbone Nation Press announces that its recent release, Call of the Forbidden Way by Robert Owings, was named a finalist in THE NATIONAL "BEST BOOKS" 2007 AWARDS on November 1, 2007, in the "visionary fiction" category.

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How to hold a two inch needle and still make a child smile...A nurse cracks the code on deflecting the terror that children feel when facing scary and often painful medical procedures. Helping Children Overcome Fear in a Medical Setting available at www.RobLuka.com

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Beating big publishers, The Vengeance Trap by first-time novelists Axel & Linda Hansen is the General Fiction First Place winner of "Best Books 2007 Award" and top-four Finalist in Romance. It also won third place in IPPY's Romance category. Rick Gelinas, publisher of The Vengeance Trap, Ophir Publishing, 863-298-8748 www.ophirpublishing.com  www.booksforboots.org

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National Best Books 2007 Awards proudly presents "Relocating Mia” by Rebecca Lerwill. Relocating Mia is a romantic story full of drama and suspense and placed as a Finalist in the ‘Fiction & Literature: Chick Lit/Women's Lit’ category. Please visit: www.rebeccalerwill.com

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Take action!  Purchase your copy of Long Walk Up at www.chistell.com today.  Long Walk Up is a 2007 Indie Book Award Finalist written by award winning author Denise Turney.  Act now!

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Wisdom from the Batcave is a touching celebration of life’s most basic treasures and humanity’s ongoing quest for nobility, greatness, and integrity, as observed through the Batman’s cowl.  Charming, spiritual, and inspirational, Wisdom unabashedly embraces the fantasies of the Batman mythology, and translates them into simple earnest truths for the everyday superhero. www.batwisdom.com

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Turner Publishing is a mid-size publisher that produces a line of Americana coffee table books and has launched its fiction imprint, Iroquois Press. Historic Photos of Theodore Roosevelt by Stacey Cordery won the first place in the USABookNews.com “History: United States” category. www.turnerpublishing.com

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2007 Finalist, National Best Book Awards: Death on the Learning Curve. One dark secret is that in teaching hospitals across America, learning often comes with errors. Every great doctor has to face the learning curve. Step onto the pages with brand-spanking new doctors to see harm, anguish, suicide and triumph.

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MY NICKEL'S WORTH: A memoir from poverty to biology professor told with "zany humor." Readers report: "You have a great writing style and your humor is enjoyable", "I laughed, I cried, I loved your book." (available from amazon.com)

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Discover a spirit compass for your unique life! Tarot for the New Aeon: A Practical Guide to the Power and Wisdom of the Thoth Tarot by P. C. Tarantino. National Best Books 2007 Awards Finalist New Age Category.  978-0-9766184-0-9 tarotforthenewaeon.com

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Carmin Wharton’s LESSONS LEARNED:  WHILE LOOKING FOR LOVE IN ALL THE WRONG FACES is a gritty, sometimes heart wrenching and always entertaining memoir about one woman’s relationships with men. www.carminwharton.com, www.lulu.com/carminwharton, www.Amazon.com, orders@carminwharton.com.

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Lebhar-Friedman Books is proud to announce “Vegetables” by The Culinary Institute of America, is the Award-Winner in the Cookbooks: Vegetables/Grains/Pasta category of the National Best Books 2007 Awards.  Distributed to the trade by National Book Network.  Visit our website: www.lfbooks.com.

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"Democracy Under Assault: TheoPolitics, Incivility and Violence on the Right" by Michele Swenson www.theopolitics.com -- An in-depth examination of the fractured church-state divide, challenges to the independent judiciary, resurrected nineteenth-century science and socioeconomic Darwinism, as well as revisionist history marking the rise of U.S. political right ideology.

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Discover the purpose of color relationships and how they can create a perfect palette out of everything you own. Gretchen Schauffler, who built a $10 million paint company from the ground up, gives helpful tips in her book, Devine Color. For more information or to order, visit https://www.inkwaterbooks.com/product_info.php?products_id=260

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Known to millions of children as Gordon from Sesame Street, Roscoe Orman has penned an autobiography, Sesame Street Dad: Evolution of an Actor, with Inkwater Press. For more information or to order, visit www.https://www.inkwaterbooks.com/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=sesame+street+dad&x=0&y=0

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What I wish I had Known before becoming a Parent reveals a missing link in parenting education. The principles are based on 50 years of researching the interconnection between mind/body and spirit, revealing how belief creates reality. www.simplyjoy.com

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Oceanview Publishing congratulates our award-winning finalists, National Best Books 2007 Awards: Don Bruns, Stuff to Die For, and Todd Buchholz, The Castro Gene, (Fiction & Literature:  Mystery/Suspense category) and Barbara Anton, Egrets to the Flames (Fiction & Literature: General Fiction category)

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LightLines Media’s first release, Mark David Gerson’s THE MOONQUEST: A True Fantasy, has won its second award: It was named an award-winning finalist in visionary fiction at the National Best Books 2007 Awards. More info at www.lightlinesmedia.com.

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Judgment Fire, ISBN 9781594264849, from Mundania Press is the next in the Deputy Tempe Crabtree series. Tempe participates in a Native American starlight ceremony that brings back hidden memories of her painful high school days. http://fictionforyou.com

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The Crafty Golden Retriever Knits by Peggy Gaffney with forward by Debbie Macomber. Part of a unique knitting series, it takes activities that Goldens enjoy and creates action knitting portraits to work as designs into sweaters, hats, mittens, afghans, etc.  Can be ordered from www.Amazon.com or from www.kanineknits.com/kanine_knits_books.htm or toll free at (877) 852-1171.

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The Stunning debut novel, Sleep Before Evening by Magdalena Ball is now out!  Marianne is a young woman teetering at the edge of reason. Set in and about New York, this gritty, relentless story unfolds with the same cool detachment that motivates the central character to peel back the layers of her life and expose the painful scalding within.  "There is so much beautiful writing here, soaring passages." visit: http://www.compulsivereader.com/html/images/SleepBeforeEvening.htm

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Dwayne Murray’s novel Whatever It Takes is a dark gritty novel of two brothers’ revenge against another; however they were not ready for two “Ride or Die” female detectives who will do anything to bring them down at all costs.

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,¡Ahora Hablo Travel Edition, Seven Simple Steps To Authentic Spanish
Whether traveling to Spanish destinations, this phonetic, pocket-sized book is indispensable as you navigate around town, understand the culture, and converse with locals. More information: www.ahorahablo.com

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THE PASSION OF MARYAM, a novel by Loren Woodson.   "The rape of a pious first-century virgin burdens her with a bedeviled bastard son. She endures the pain of loving him, though vexed by God and harassed by demons." www.lorenwoodson.com.

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GREAT GIFT!  BEST BOOKS Finalist  6-book set - Save 40%! When Leaves Die*When Fish Are Mean*When Squirrels Try*When Caterpillars Grow Up*When Bees Win*When Flowers Dance. Children's picture books illustrate values like sharing and perseverance. Order: http://www.lsgpublications.com/books/default.asp

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2007 Best Book Finalist, One Is Fun makes learning fun.  Endorsed by experts, it encourages toddlers to explore their world and find joy in family interactions. It helps reading development while giving babies a sweet story with a great message. http://www.leonabodie.com

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Secrets from the Sofa: A  Psychologist's Guide to Achieving Personal Peace by Dr. Kenneth Herman has been declared a "Finalist Winner" of the National Best Books 2007 Awards.  The book was announced a winner in two categories: Health: Psychology/Mental Health and College Guide.  www.secretsfromthesofa.com

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Written with the drama and excitement of a novel, Badge 149 - "Shots Fired!" tells the true story of how the Fort Lauderdale Police Department created a new and specialized tactical unit to combat violent crime during the turbulent 1970s. www.badge149.com

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Five Days in Autumn by Langston Keane, December 2007, Fiction/Romance. A work-consumed executive discovers his dying grandfather’s journals and a secret that not only binds their lives together forever, but helps them gain the relationship they never had. http://www.whiteelkpress.com/

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SWEET PEA AND THE BUMBLEBEE and THE CANDLESTICK
 
Sweet Pea and the Bumblebee, by author Jason Akley, uses a simple and sweet background to explore life's intriguing philosophical concepts as set forth by such well-known philosophers as Aristotle, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Heidegger and Sartre. Though Sweet Pea is a tale told in rhyme to appeal to children, the philosophical nature of the book gives it a quality that transcends a reader's age. To help guide Sweet Pea in her quest for her life's meaning, the author also utilizes wisdom from the verses of Solomon in Ecclesiastes and Buddha's four basic noble truths...

It is obvious right from the start that The Candlestick is not your average children's story. Though the journey is somewhat fanciful and will appeal to children, readers will quickly see that each encounter contains a mystery that challenges us to awaken to oft-hidden yet vitally important truths. What author Jason Akley has accomplished, in a rather unusual format, is to examine the mysteries inherent in the Book of Revelations of the Holy Bible...

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NEEDLEPOINT TRADE SECRETS, Janet M. Perry ISBN: 1-4196-6533-2 $17.95 SRP. Want to know the secrets of successful needlepoint? Find a wealth of information on all aspects of needlework from materials to photographing embroidery. Get ideas for projects, sources of inspiration, and lots of tips to make your stitching more enjoyable.

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The prospect of one wife is more than enough for Mormon bachelor Andy McBride, until he meets fellow medical student Louisa Martin—a product of polygamy, a way of life Andy cannot embrace and Louisa cannot escape. http://www.janetjensen.com

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Why let life happen to you when you can Consciously Creating the life you desire! The Art of Conscious Creation, How You Can Transform the World is a powerful step-by-step guide that lets you take charge of your destiny—and then teaches you to do the same for the planet! http://www.theartofconsciouscreation.com/ 

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Women! Need a business mentor? Learn from the Masters on how to make a global impact, turn your passion into and wealth and build long lasting relationships. Grab the Power of Mentorship for the Woman Entrepreneur at www.pomwe.com

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What if the world's richest man was on trial for murder? What if he owned the media? SURRENDER THE THRONE, a First Amendment thriller, by Paul Jarnagin. Order the hardcover or eBook now! www.DreamTeamPublishing.com

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Company: Ekwike Books & Publishing

Website: www.ekwikebooks.com

Email: Ikebez1@juno.com

Tel: (718) 798-5788

New Release: ABC Animals by Felicia Okeke-Ibezim (Children's picture book)

ISBN: 978-0-9661598-9-9    Price: $5.95

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“READ ‘MALAY FOLKLORE: A CONTEMPORARY RETELLING’ BY D. RUSE, AVAILABLE ON AMAZON.COM. A COLLECTION OF 10 TRADITIONAL TALES FROM THE MALAY BELT IN S.E.ASIA WHICH HAVE PARALLELS TO WESTERN LORE SUCH AS CINDERELLA’.

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Have YOU read Spindle?  Ian Taylor’s award-winning comedy-scifi masterpiece has a passionate following and is being developed for Australian television.  While fans worldwide await the sequel, you should read the hilarious original.    “A genuine pleasure from beginning to end.” – MidwestBookReview http://www.spindlebook.com

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Carolyn Howard-Johnson, author of the HowToDoItFrugally Series of books for writers, celebrates what are now twin winners of the USA Book News Awards in Writing and Publishing for The Frugal Book Promoter (2004) and The Frugal Editor (2007). www.howtodoitfrugally.com

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The Award Winning Finalist book, the "Tao Te Ching De-Coded" is written in an easy to read, modern English format that will change your life. It has eighty-one elements that make up the basis of Chinese philosophy and religion to give you wisdom in proverb type style. Available at Xlibris, Barnes and Noble, and Amazon. https://www2.xlibris.com/bookstore/bookdisplay.asp?bookid=38946

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“The Story of Hollywood: An Illustrated History” takes readers on the ultimate armchair tour of the town of Hollywood, California. Illustrated with over 800 vintage images, some never-before-published, the book features the famous faces and places that made Hollywood legendary. http://www.storyofhollywood.com

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SHEKINAH!
… MANIFESTATIONS OF THE SONS OF GOD!
 
Has Christian living become routine, trying or tiring? ‘Shekinah!’ is the ultimate catalyst to energize your faith and set you sailing on the wings of surpassing Glory. Reach for the utmost, behold the path to unfading Glory- ‘Shekinah!’

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TREASURES!
… AN END TO DISAPPOINTMENTS

Say a final goodbye to disappointments! ‘Treasures’ will empower you to identify the treasures in life’s pressures, prioritize and optimize your relationships, opportunities and investments and strategically position yourself for the best life ahead. You haven’t read anything like it!

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LIVING, BREATHING LIES  by Gloria Mallette
(Gemini Press, $15.00, ISBN: 978-0-9678789-2-8)
Winner:  African American Fiction
USABookNews.com Best Book 2007 Awards
"A powerful character study....readers will demand more angst family dramas like this tense tale." Harriet Klausner, Amazon #1 Reviewer

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My Doggie Says…, by Fred M. Haney, won its third award as a Finalist in the Animals/Pets: Novelty category of the National Best Books 2007 Awards.  “Your dog may be saying more than you think.”  Distributed by Atlas Books.   www.mydoggiesays.com

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“Be Not Deceived” Are you saved, or do you just think you’re saved? More importantly, if you have been deceived into choosing hell over heaven, “Be Not Deceived” will help you reclaim God’s gift of everlasting life. Amazon.com or www.trafford.com/06-0759

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Awarded Best Books 2007 Finalist by USA Book News, Right Makes Might: Reviving Ethics to Improve Your Business is a must have for the astute business organization likewise academia. Aside from exposing corruption, Gaulden offers a cost effective workable remedy.

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David M. Jacobson's The 7½ Habits of Highly Humorous People is a USA Book News Best Book Award finalist. It discusses his daily humor habits to improve your sense of humor.

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"The Famous Hooper Brothers" is a very funny, award-winning graphic novel in the style and spirit of "Bullwinkle."  "Bullwinkle" director Bill Hurtz said, "This book is totally nuts and absurd -- it's my kind of book!  I love it!"  www.DavidEvansCommunications.com

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Award-Winning Finalist in Health category of National Best Books 2007 Awards, and National Indie Excellence 2007 Book Awards, DANCE, MOVEMENT, AND NUTRITION – Fitness Minutes for a Healthier Life, (ISBN 978-1-4259-2758-5) by Helene Andreu (AuthorHouse) is available from amazon.com and authorhouse.com.

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Songs for a Teenage Nomad by Kim Culbertson (Hip Pocket Press)
What is the soundtrack of your life?
"Award-Winning Finalist in Young Adult Fiction: National Best Books
2007 Awards"
2007 DIY Book Awards Finalist: Teenage Fiction
www.kimculbertson.com

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Tallfellow Press goes YouTube. See Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, learn how to speak in public with help from Ten Minutes to the Speech book. http://youtube.com/results?search_query=elvira&search

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Palawan a Novel by C.D. Williams receives Five Star Review. In a review published by Midwest Book Review on September 6, 2007 Palawan was described as "A riveting action/adventure novel." More at www.cdwilliams.com

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Learn how to start up and successfully operate your own business. "Are You Ready to Be Your Own Boss?" (2006) Author Carol Denbow shares her professional insight to why only 5% of new businesses survive their first year. Visit www.plainandsimplebooks.com

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The Writer Within You is a step-by-step guide to crafting, publishing & promoting the book every Boomer & Senior dreams of writing. Details at www.retirement-writing.com

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Best Books 2007 awarding winning, “Dismantling Discontent: Buddha’s Way Through Darwin’s World,” by Charles Fisher Ph.D., foreword by Lynn Margulis endorsements from Jack Kornfield, Stephen Batchelor, and Wade Davis. A profound exploration of nature, human nature and meditation. See www.dismantlingdiscontent.com

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"From Fat to Fit-- Turn Yourself into a Weapon of Mass Reduction" puts a human face on the private taboo of weight.  Ordinary people can shed pounds and reconnect with each other.  Author Carole Carson delightfully shows you how. http://fromfat2fit.com

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"Award-Winner in the Parenting/Family: Reference category of the National Best Books 2007 Awards"

DoctoRx Me Book- A Medical and Care Journal for Adolescents thru Pediatrics

By: Carmen Kraft

ISBN 978-0-9799695-0-8

For more information: www.doctormebook.com

Or e-mail: info@doctormebook.com

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PIKE PLACE is new novel set in 1971 Seattle. Already in all Seattle libraries - great word-of-mouth, plus Seattle marketing (print ads, street posters, etc.) makes this a strong debut novel. www.pikeplace.info

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"Home Alone in America: Letters Exchanged by a Young German in the U. S. and His Family in Berlin from 1946 to 1955. Edited by Elizabeth Arnswald Dost. Indie Excellence finalist 2007. Vivid letters describing the struggles and challenges of a 16-year-old German sent alone to the U. S. after World War II to claim the supposed advantages of his American birth. Reciprocal letters from isolated West Berlin.

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TREASURE DIVING WITH CAPTAIN DOM  by Yvonne Addario. Published by: http://www.adventureindiscovery.com Learn how to find treasure. Non-fiction, educational, illustrated - informative work, outlining steps. This is her second edition, which is more colorful, and history related.

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Children learn through multi-sensory experiences like singing and dancing. Share God’s love with fun Bible-based activities in Make a Joyful Noise! Music, Movement, and Creative Play to Teach Bible Stories, by Kathryn Wolf and Heather Robbins. ISBN 9780978905682. $21.99. www.newdaypublishing.net

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In The Call to Shakabaz four children travel to distant Faracadar to retrieve the Staff of Shakabaz from the evil enchanter Sissrath. Features all Black characters. Winner of three national awards. Harry Potter fans will love this one! Visit www.wozabooks.com


 

 

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