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My Brother's Story, by Allen Johnson Jr.

Children's Chapter Book, 'Sir Licksalot & The Arctic Fools' (ISBN-13: 978-1629076713), by author D.

Deep in the Bavarian forest, archaeologists unearth a medieval human skull with a brick stuffed in its mouth.

If there's one New Year's greeting we don't use in the 'book biz,' it's 'many happy returns.

The Homeric Writers' Retreat & Workshop invites participants to their very own private odyssey on the island of Ithaca—a retreat focused on riveting one's writing through an immersive and intimate Homeric journey.

Nancy Panoch, author of the recently-released 'Accountable: The Joseph Usher Story,' will appear at a book signing at the Cedar Rapids Barnes & Noble (333 Collins Rd.

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Zola Books, an ebook social network and retailer, has acquired Bookish, a site where readers get great book recommendations, to expand the ways readers can discover and discuss great books.

Just Published.

THIRTEEN's American Masters launches its 28th season with the series' 200th episode: the exclusive director's cut of Shane Salerno's documentary, Salinger,premiering nationally Tuesday, January 21, 9-11:30 p.

HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc.

Jean 'Notewell' Williams' new book, 'A Little More Cream and Sugar: featuring: Naliyah Nana's little Angel' (published by AuthorHouse), speaks to the camaraderie of coffee drinkers, faith walkers and creative dreamers.

Author Shirley Johnson combines extensive research together with her years of experience as a minister to evaluate the theological birthing of religious doctrine and the Holy Spirit's 'workings' as they relate to modern Christian concepts and their Hebraic roots in her new book, 'Birthing to the Wor

'In the Time of Peacocks' (published by iUniverse), written by Lynne Handy, tells the story of Cate Miller (once known as Caterina Montserrat y Vega) who struggles to find her true identity.

'Kenny's Garage' is a 156 page book offering consumers buying and selling tips, seasonal preparation, easy maintenance and mechanical instruction, road trip advice and so much more.

Worry and stress negatively affect all aspects of life and can lead to depression, psychical illness or a loss of family.

Moments are often experienced on a topical level without questioning the thoughts and psychology behind actions.

Roland Charley's new novel, 'Dead End Poverty' (published by AuthorHouse), tells an exciting story of taking matters into one's own hands and changing life for the better, despite the risks.

On the Amazon side, Donna Tartt's THE GOLDFINCH rose to the top of this list, with Ian Smith's SUPER SHRED taking the second spot, and Veronica Roth's DIVERGENT, soon coming to the big screen, rounding out the top three.

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Jeff Turner, a lifelong academic and Professor of Human Development and Family Relations, has completed his first book "The Way Back": a thoughtful and touching exploration of family dynamics, love, and strife.

Marvel Comics and Wizard World, Inc.

Brownstone Poets presents Edi Holley and Bill Pyles, February 1 at 2:30 p.