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Author Dania Voss Releases New Novel OFF THE HOOK
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2019
Chicagoland romance author Dania Voss explores the challenges of young love while dealing with the pressures of wealth and professional sports, in her latest release, new adult novella 'Off the Hook' (ISBN: 978-1773399911; Ebook).
Children's Author C.A. Hartnell Announces Winners Of 'Adventurous Authors' Short Story Contest
by BWW News Desk - October 18, 2019
Local children's author C.A. Hartnell announces the winners of her “Adventurous Authors” short story contest partnership with the Clark County School District. Winners of the contest were split into two categories: individual student stories and top participating schools.
Pyramid Press Announces AND WHAT IS HELL - A True Story Of Faith And Freedom Exposing The Dark Secrets At Patton State Mental Hospital
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
'And What is Hell - A True Story: Exposing The Dark Secrets Of 'The Insane Asylum'' was released today in its second printing (ISBN: 978-0989901765). This compelling true story is all about religious freedom and Christian faith.
Neil Perry Gordon Releases THE RIGHTEOUS ONE: A Cobbler's Tale Into The Dreamworld And Beyond
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2019
Less than a year after author Neil Perry Gordon introduced the world to mysticism, adventure, and a family going beyond their limits to survive in the popular historical novel A Cobbler's Tale, he reintroduces the characters of the captivating Potasznik family with fresh, adventuresome and dreamlike storylines in the new metaphysical sequel, The Righteous One: A Cobbler's Tale into the Dreamworld and Beyond.
Playwright Frank Strausser Breaks Into Amazon's Top 5 Sellers In Two Categories With Debut Novel PLASTIC
by BWW News Desk - October 16, 2019
Acclaimed playwright/author Frank Strausser, who gained much praise during the very successful three month run of his stage comedy Physcho Therapy at The Cherry Lane Theater in New York City, ha now broken into Amazon's “Top 5” sellers in multiple categories with his debut novel “Plastic” which was released on July 9th by Los Angeles based independent publisher Rare Bird Books.
'Harry Potter: Knitting Magic' The First Official Wizarding World Knitting Pattern Book Available For Pre-Order
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
Bring the magic of the Harry Potter films from screen to skein with the ultimate knitter's guide to the Wizarding World.
Writer Of THE WEDDING GIFT Returns With New Novel Taking Readers Inside The Conquest Of Mexico
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
It is November 1519, and Hernan Cortés has invaded Moctezoma's empire, part of the Triple Alliance that rules one of the most advanced civilizations in history.
Bill Bryson Meets J.D. Salinger In New Novel THE PERFECT CULTURE
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2019
'The Perfect Culture' (ISBN: 978-1733862202), authored by Brent Robins, is a new novel that explores the value of foreign travel through historical analysis and satirical humor. Robins blends the easy and relaxed style of Bill Bryson with the deep observations of J.D. Salinger.
BWW Review: TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY by Kwame Mbalia
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 14, 2019
Disney Hyperion's Rick Riordan Presents line has another brand-new series to add to its growing family. This time, we get to dive into African mythology.
Milt Mays Releases New Mystery Thriller ONE EIGHTY
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2019
Author Milt Mays has announced the release his new mystery thriller, One Eighty. Independently released in September 2019, the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers.
Dawood Ghazanavi Releases New Book, AAFIA UNHEARD
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2019
Author Dawood Ghazanavi has announced the release of his new book, Aafia Unheard: Uncovering the Personal and Legal Mysteries Surrounding FBI's Most Wanted Woman. Scheduled for release by BookBaby on October 24, 2019, the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers.
BWW News: Amazon Studios Wins Bidding War to Develop Series for Leigh Bardugo's Brand New Release NINTH HOUSE
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 13, 2019
Earlier this week on October 8th, Flatiron Books released New York Times Best Selling Author Leigh Bardugo's first adult novel, NINTH HOUSE. The first book in the Alex Stern series has already been getting a lot of online buzz, and was already chosen to be...
BWW News: Former Girls' Generation K-Pop Star JESSICA JUNG to Publish Novel SHINE -- Already Headed to the Big Screen!
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 13, 2019
Girls' Generation is one of the most popular K-Pop music groups to come out of South Korea, and Jessica Jung was one of its nine founding members when it formed in 2007. She left the group in 2014 to focus on her fashion line Blanc & Eclare, and has since returned to the music industry as a solo artist with the release of With Love, J, as well as acted in several movies. Now, she is ready to take the publishing world by storm.
BWW Review: THERE WAS AN OLD WOMAN WHO LIVED IN A BOOK by Jomike Tejido From James Patterson Presents
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 12, 2019
THERE WAS AN OLD WOMAN WHO LIVED IN A BOOK by Jomike Tejido was an absolute delight. It begins with the traditional Old Woman from the tales. Her children are missing, so she leaves her home (Which is shaped like A BOOK! If you love books about books, you're going to be head-over-heels for this artwork) and goes to visit her neighbors to see if the kids went next door to visit the three bears from Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
BWW News: Official BOOKTUBE Series Comes To YouTube Originals, Complete with Trailer
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 12, 2019
YouTube Originals just announced its next series: BookTube, and released a trailer. The aim is to be like a monthly book club, with one new episode each month featuring a different best-selling author. The idea came after they released a special this past March entitled BookTube: A Discussion with Michelle Obama (Which you can watch here). The critically-acclaimed special starred Former First Lady Michelle Obama and her best-selling novel BECOMING. She was joined by New York Times Best Selling Author John Green (The Fault in Our Stars, Paper Towns, Looking for Alaska) and popular booktubers Ariel Bissett, Jesse George, Jouelzy, Kat O'Keefe, and Franchesca Ramsey.
Sourcebooks Inks Exclusive Audiobook Contract With Dreamscape Media
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2019
Dreamscape Media, the publishing and entertainment arm of Midwest Tape, today announced a new multi-year agreement with Sourcebooks to produce and distribute audiobooks for Sourcebooks Casablanca, the publishing company's beloved imprint for romance novels, and Poisoned Pen Press, which Sourcebooks acquired as its mystery imprint in January 2019. The award-winning production company will bring the compelling stories to life beginning Fall 2019.
Inspiring Memoir 'From DIVA To Disabled' By Dr. Michelle King-Huger Out Now
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
Even before her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, retired Harlem assistant principal Dr. Michelle King-Huger (Dr. Michelle) referred to herself as a D.I.V.A. – “A Determined Individual with a Victorious Attitude.”
Retired Superior Court Judge And Wife Celebrate Upcoming Book Release
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
Retired Judge Marshall Hockett and wife/traveling partner, Debbie of Encinitas are pleased to announce the publication of their book Tripping – 1975 – Falling in Love One Country at a Time.  It is a love story set amidst a year of adventures on their year-long journey in a yellow Volkswagen van they lovingly dubbed the “Banana”. The book will be launched on November 16th at the Winn Room of the Coronado Library.
Sarah Mirza Releases Spiritual Fantasy Novel
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
Author Sarah Mirza announces the promotion of her spiritual fantasy, Lord Santa's Review.
Author Sunayna Prasad Releases New Middle Grade Fantasy
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2019
Author Sunayna Prasad announces the release of the second book in her Alyssa McCarthy's Magical Missions middle grade fantasy series, The Unruly Curse. Book one, The Frights of Fiji was released in October 2018.
Author Tess Thompson Releases New Romantic Suspense Novel - Crimson Roses
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
Authors Charlene Tess and Judi Thompson writing under the pen name, Tess Thompson announce the release of their new romantic suspense novel, Crimson Roses. Released October 1, 2019, the book is already receiving rave reviews from readers and reviewers.
Celebrated Writers Pen Dog Tales New Book, COPPER AND GOLDIE, Released
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2019
Celebrated husband-and-wife mystery writers Rosemary and Larry Mild unveil a new short story collection, Copper and Goldie:  13 Tails of Mystery and Suspense in Hawai'i this September. These rollicking stories about an ex-cop-turned-cabbie and his golden retriever partner have been published in a trade paper edition (ISBN 978-0-9905472-5-9, $14.95, 183 pages) and are now available wherever fine books are sold.
BWW Review: SLAY by Brittney Morris
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 07, 2019
The concept for brand-new debut novel SLAY by Brittney Morris was intriguing from the very beginning: it was pitched as 'THE HATE U GIVE' meets 'WARCROSS,' which is a fascinating concept to begin with.
BWW News: DIVERGENT Author Veronica Roth Reveals the Cover, Summary, and Inspiration Behind New Book CHOSEN ONES
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 06, 2019
This week, DIVERGENT author Veronica Roth and publisher Houghton Mifflin announced the details of Roth's debut adult novel, THE CHOSEN ONES. Speaking at an event this reporter attended earlier this week celebrating the launch of her most recent release, THE END AND OTHER BEGINNINGS, Roth revealed...
New York Times Best Selling Series HOUSE OF NIGHT to Become a Television Series From the Creators of SHADOWHUNTERS
by Bonnie Lynn Wagner - October 06, 2019
Vampires are making another comeback. There has been a lot of chatter about hotly anticipated novels such as Renée Ahdieh's THE BEAUTIFUL, out this week, and Kiran Millwood Hargrove's recently released THE DEATHLESS GIRLS. It was just announced that vampires are making their way back to the screen as well. Shadowhunters producers Don Carmody and David Comican are developing a TV series featuring the New York Times Best Selling Series House of Night, written by mother-daughter team P.C. and Kristin Cast from St. Martin's Press.

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