Orrin Woodward Holds Guinness World Record for World's Largest Book Signing

By: Jun. 26, 2014
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Orrin Woodward, 'New York Times' bestselling author who has sold more than 1 million copies of his books, is now the proud owner of a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the World's Largest Book Signing. As a result of the book signing event held on June 21, 2014 at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, Woodward now holds the record for the most books signed by one author at a single event. He was able to sign 6,786 copies of his new book, 'And Justice for All,' in 6 hours and 33 minutes, breaking the previous record of 4,649 books signed in just under 12 hours.

As seen on a previous news release, Orrin Woodward was determined to break the existing record for the Largest Book Signing. Members of the Columbus press were there to cover the event and interview him, and an official from Guinness World Records Limited was also on hand to announce his record and award him his new title as seen at http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/1/largest-book-signing.

Through its publishing arm, Obstaclés Press, Mr. Woodward's LIFE Leadership organization recently partnered with Next Century Publishing to produce Woodward's new book and sponsor the event. As Chairman of the Board for LIFE Leadership, Mr. Woodward represents both the organization and its publishing division.

Mr. Woodward was supported at the book signing by his LIFE Leadership and Obstaclés Press business partners, including 'New York Times' bestselling author Chris Brady, as well as officers of Next Century Publishing. Says Woodward, "I want to personally thank everyone who purchased a book, waited in line, and helped us set the record for the Largest Book Signing ever." With support from all sides, Mr. Woodward was able to complete the challenge and become the new reigning champion and record holder through this important event.

About Orrin Woodward:
'New York Times' bestselling author Orrin Woodward has sold over a million copies of his various books on leadership and personal development. His book 'RESOLVED: 13 Resolutions for LIFE' was named as an All-Time Top 100 Leadership Book and is used as an educational tool by many schools and businesses.

As a cofounder and Chairman of the Board of LIFE Leadership, Orrin speaks to large audiences around the globe on leadership, success, mentoring, personal development, history, economics, and freedom. He is also a cofounder of the charitable organization All Grace Outreach and serves as the President of its Board of Directors. His blog (orrinwoodwardblog.com) was named an All-Top Leadership Blog selection and one of HR's Top 100 Blogs for Management and Leadership. Orrin is a current GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS official record holder for the Largest Book Signing event. It is this history and passion for excellence that led Orrin to be named #20 on Inc.com's Top 50 Leadership and Management Experts list in May of 2014.



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