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Post your publishing industry related press releases here. We are happy to read new book notifications, author tour, and event announcements. We use information shared here in our monthly eNewsletter and elsewhere on the AALBC.com.

  1. On Saturday, March 4 at at 2 p.m., we'll have a reading and signing with five of the authors from Sycorax's Daughters -- a collection of short stories and poems by black women that delve into the world of imagined demons and shape-shifters, ghosts and mermaids. These women do a thrilling job of exploring real-life fear and alternate realities, from a slavery past to a science-fiction future.This collection challenges the notion in this country that blackness, and therefore black people, are the ultimate horror. By engaging black women as both the authors of these stories as well as the majority of main protagonists, we finally hear the so-called "demons" speak. The author…

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  2. Contact: Deborah King 708-818-7768 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RED ADEPT PUBLISHING DEBUTS WOMEN’S FICTION BY EMERGING AUTHOR DEBORAH L. KING CHARLOTTE, NC December 8, 2015 – Red Adept Publishing will release the debut women’s literary novel Glory Bishop from Chicago Area author Deborah L. King on June 4th, 2019. On the South Side of Chicago, Glory Bishop lives her life in pieces. At work and with her friends, she devours fiction, is bold and outspoken, and sneaks away to enjoy slow dances and stolen kisses with her secret boyfriend, JT. But at home, Glory follows strict rules and second-guesses every step. Though…

  3. Willow Books will release the latest collection by devorah major, San Francisco's Third Poet Laureate. The book, califia's daughter, chronicles the African story of Queen Califia and the founding of the State of California. "The state of California was named after Queen Califia. It is said that Africans came across sea currents to arrive in South America and then moved east and west through Mexico and around the gulf settling in the south, mixing blood and dance, color and culture with the people of the corn. Cortez’s crew of six hundred held two hundred Africans who worked its sails, cleaned its decks and sometimes served as interpreters. Because of this, Cor…

  4. https://keyamsha.com/2020/06/05/miwmtg-pr/ Washington, D.C.— June 5, 2020 —Today, The Mhotep Corporation announced immediate availability of the new book “Melanin Is Worth More Than Gold: Is This The Era Of The Blessed Generation.” “As the subtitle indicates, this is a new era. The era of the Blessed Generation,” said Nnamdi Azikiwe, the book’s author. “This is a new era because melanin is worth over $395 a gram more than gold. Not only that the Red, Black, and Green flag is approaching its 100th anniversary. Combined with the Afro, official currency of the United States of Africa being potentially worth over $2 the new era can’t be denied.” Positive Custom…

  5. This book is number 17 on am*zon chart as of a few days ago, it's on Good read five stars and you can read the first 15 for free on am*zon. It empowers women with facts ,advice and information about the black men they deal with.

  6. Started by richardmurray,

    summer game fest

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  7. I would like to first thank this forum for allowing authors to share new releases. Thank you! My newest release: Are You My Mommy? by Charlie Waddle. (Free today only - 3/9/15 - on Amazon.com) Genre: Children's Books Synopsis: Mothers and little ones, hold on tight. Charlie Waddle has written his best book yet! You'll laugh, smile, and sigh with happiness as mommy and baby are finally reunited. This is a story filled with cute and cuddly animals that will delight readers of all ages. Come along on a journey through the wild as one little ostrich tries to find his way home. Every page has a picture and a rhyme to go alone with each illustration. …

  8. Started by Troy,

    Celebrate the Longlists for the 2015 National Book Awards!The National Book Foundation released their Longlists for the 2015 National Book Awards this week. The 40 titles in Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, and Young People's Literature represent a diverse body of exemplary literature, selected by their panel of judges. AALBC.com will of course highlight the books written by African American Authors. Ta-Nehisi's, Between the World and Me, will win. I've never failed to predict a National Book Award winning title.

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  9. Mic check 1, 2 Click the link below to LIKE You, Me, Us, Them on the Bookmaester Top 100 Indie Book Charts: http://bookmaester.com/index.php?a=in&u=NahSun Thanks for the love and support Aye!

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  10. Started by hen81,

    Socially Distant - One man’s actions to avoid the novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 Socially Distant - Free Limited Time: Socially Distant on Amazon.com Feel free to share

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  11. It's 1688 AD, in the midst of the British "Glorious Revolution" and a Dutch invasion to take the throne, as wealthy widow Rebecca DuMaurier, an African British royal court favorite of King Charles II, runs from a forced marriage with a famous general, a white-haired English earl, and into a infamous pirate troubling and walking the shores of her Cornwall home. Cornwall's rocky, treacherous coast is but a stepping stone for lively Becca, her tenacious soldier fiancé, and her intriguing, brown-skinned, Irish Catholic pirate of many faces. Historical Romantic Adventure Fiction …

  12. Centino Kemp, the fifth accuser in the Bishop Eddie Long sex scandal, has written a book about his affair with the megachurch pastor, titling the work The First Lady. The book is co-authored by T. Benson Glover. (Photo: New Birth Missionary Baptist Church via The Christian Post) Eddie Long, pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Ga. Eddie Long Celebrated by Church Despite Renewed Controversy Eddie Long's 5th Accuser Lashes Out Against Minister on Twitter Two Victims Break Silence About Bishop Eddie Long’s Sexual Abuse Eddie Long Wants to Move Past Sex Charges Eddie Long Update: Mystery Accuser Takes Part in Settlement Kemp’s memoir chro…

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  13. t's settled, we have a date February 18, 2017. Complete the interest form below and confirm you attendance. Interest Form: http://goo.gl/forms/QaIuc7HLg2 Don't forget to like the page: https://www.facebook.com/allabouttheindies THIS IS AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM. Completing this form does not guarantee you a vendor spot. Hello to all my fellow authors, bloggers, editors, publishers, and designers. I am pleased to introduce to you the 1st ALL ABOUT THE INDIES multi-author event. Please read below for more information. All About The IndiesFebruary 18, 2017 Holiday Inn A…

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  14. Bedtime with Sudowoodo Plushie coloring page, done as part of a charity, read the details for the reading list and colored versions and join my newsletter, linked in the description https://www.deviantart.com/hddeviant/art/Deviantart-plushie-coloring-page-944022788 If you are interested in being part of the next charity, tell me and I will make a list and note you when the time comes

  15. To RSVP please register at the following: https://delta-authors-tour-geaac.eventbrite.com.

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  16. San Antonio Author Publishes Pride & Prejudice Adaptation Publication date, Oct. 5, 2023. Desiree Kannel sets her second novel, The Delany Bennets, in 1999 at the fictional Martin Delany University, offering a new take on Jane Austen's famous work. The Bennet family are proud and original founders of this historical black college but learn that the new millennium will bring an end to the centuries long Delany Bennet relationship. The Delany Bennets is a funny and heartfelt story that explores the challenges of sacred traditions and a family struggling with that change. Romance, forbidden love, and humor make The Delany Bennets a fun, yet insightful read. Desire…

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  17. Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation 1015 Amador Street, P.O. Box 4423 Vallejo, CA 94590 June 30, 2012 PRESS RELEASE The Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation, President Fredrika Newton (the widow of Huey P. Newton) and foundation executive director, David Hilliard, have selected Emmy award winning independent filmmaker Dante James to produce and direct a feature documentary, tentatively titled Huey P. Newton and the Story of the Black Panther Party. According to David Hilliard a childhood friend of Newton, and a founding member and leader of the Black Panther Party, “This film will tell the story of the Black Panther Party (BPP) from inside the Party through the story of Huey P. Newton…

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  18. The State of Black SF authors have created a flash fiction anthology that opens imagination to the idea of what Black speculative fiction can become. What’s the flash fiction prompt? A mystical bracelet. Specially created Black SF images along with the 500-word super short stories are morsels of raw potential. Join artist Winston Blakely and authors L.M. Davis, Milton Davis, Margaret Fieland, Edward Austin Hall, Valjeanne Jeffers, Alan Jones, Alicia McCalla, Balogun Ojetade, Rasheedah Phillips, Wendy Raven McNair, and Nicole Sconiers as they endeavor to explore the possibilities of Black SF in the broad ranges of Science Fiction from Paranormal to Steampunk. Readers will …

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  19. Started by richardmurray,

    A new opening sequence + Trailer, view for free https://aalbc.com/tc/profile/6477-richardmurray/?status=2193&type=status

  20. Esther Productions, Inc presents Women Blossoming: A Traditional Tea & Celebration to Inspire and Empower May 06, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT Trinity Washington University, 125 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC 20017, USA Women Blossoming: A Traditional Tea & Celebration to Inspire and Empower is the event of the spring season, featuring fantastic speakers and creatives. Don't miss the healing, the inspiration, the empowering moments and the fun! IT'S FREE. SEATING IS LIMITING AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. - https://www.estherproductionsinc.com/events-1/women-blossoming-a-traditional-tea-celebration-to-ins…

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  21. We're launching a new book service! If you are interested in marketing your book to libraries and other buyers, please feel free to email us at newurbangroup@gmail.com. Please indicate your book title, cover image, and a link to information about your book. We are also interested in independent film titles. We exhibited at the American Library Association tradeshow in 2011 and will have additional marketing and tradeshow opportunities in 2012. We are interested in african american and multicultural titles of all genres. Thanks! Angela

  22. The Dynamic Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will kick off a seven-month tour featuring prominent writers who are also active members of the sorority. The tour will begin in Atlanta, GA on Saturday, September 20th at Greenbriar Mall from 12:30 - 5:00. Presenters include distinguished Delta Authors: Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook Victoria Christopher Murray Stephanie Perry Moore Ruth Watson Dr. Marjorie Kimbrough Dr. Martha Ward Plowden Angela Ray Brenda Jackson L.D. "Neicy" Wells Dr. Francene Breakfield Join us for this special event sponsored by the National Arts and Letters Commission and hosted by the Atlanta Alumnae Chapter. An An…

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  23. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: http://bit.ly/buymadbook MEDIA CONTACT: Sabrina Strauss Goodman Media International (212) 576-2700 sstrauss@goodmanmedia.com Time Home Entertainment Inc. and MAD Magazine Announce For the Second Time (And Don’t Be Surprised If They Keep Doing It Until Someone Pays Attention!) Totally MAD: 60 Years of Humor, Satire, Stupidity and Stupidity Foreword by Stephen Colbert and Eric Drysdale Includes “The Soul of MAD,”A Removable Set of 12 Classic MAD Cover Prints On Sale October 30 at Retailers Nationwide New York, NY, October 1, 2012 – To celebra…

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  24. Started by Troy,

    Jane Addams Peace Association, Inc. 777 United Nations Plaza, 6th floor New York, NY 10017-3521 Phone: (212) 682-8830 E-mail: japa@igc.org www.janeaddamspeace.org Tura Campanella Cook – President Linda B. Belle – Executive Director FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARDS ANNOUNCED APRIL 26, 2014… Recipients of the 2014 Jane Addams Children’s Book Awards were announced today by the Jane Addams Peace Association. Brave Girl: Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers’ Strike of 1909, written by Michelle Markel and illustrated by Melissa Sweet, published by Balzer & Bray, an imprint of HarperCollins, is the winner in the Books for Younger Child…

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  25. TYRONNE CARTER KID SCIENTIST Author: Tyronne E. Carter Publisher: America's Fun Science Books ISBN: 9780997415001 Publication Date: May 13, 2016 Age level: Grades K-6 Tyronne Carter is a kid scientist who uses his humor, the library, science and his love of reading to problem solve and win the day against bullies! Fun science/STEM project included in the back of the book for kids to do at home. Hard-bound, excellent quality. My local library system liked it so much they are now carrying it in all of their branches. The book is also available for sale on our website, americasfunscience.com as well as digital download on Amazon. M…

  26. Started by Novelist Ron Smith,

    Novelist Ron Smith has released his latest novel, Finding Forever. Finding Forever is the sequel to the author's recent novel, Chasing Forever. In the Finding Forever, Chase and Leah encounter various issues that involve family, friends and phantoms from their past. While on the journey to fin their forever, tragedy strikes. Everything the couple has worked towars rebuilding, is on the verge of crumbling and being lost...forever.

  27. Evangeline has fought hard to get where she is; now someone wants to take it all away. A dark secret could threaten her success and her life. Who can she trust and what will she do to keep what's hers? Find out now in Evangeline the Series part 1. Now FREE for Amazon Prime members! Get hooked today. http://www.amazon.co...32194413&sr=8-1

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  28. Press Release - Lilac Bush: A Poetic Journey and Cultural Awakening for Future Generations Reviewed By Tammy Ruggles for Readers' Favorite Lilac Bush: A Poetic Journey and Cultural Awakening for Future Generations, by Pamela C. Nwokeji, is a powerful and beautiful work that is socially relevant and culturally impactful. Using lilacs as the theme to guide the poetic nature of the book, you will experience hard times, confusion, and pain, but also hope and inner power--right along with the poet. Enlightenment and change can't happen without growth and challenge, but the resulting transformation is worth it. These poems can help light the way toward h…

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    Try out this fractal visualizer. A simple program, but version 01

  30. SUCH A FUN AGE by Kiley Reid “Such a Fun Age is such a fresh voice. It’s a unique, honest portrayal of what it’s like to be a black woman in America today. Kiley Reid has delivered a poignant novel that could not be more necessary.” —Lena Waithe, Emmy-winning writer/producer/actress G.P. PUTNAM’S SONS ON-SALE: JANUARY 7, 2020 In her early twenties, between receiving an undergraduate degree from Marymount Manhattan College and pursuing an MFA at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, Kiley Reid spent six years working as a nanny and babysitter for some of the affluent families of New York City’s elite. The experience was lif…

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  31. RULES Commission Open - Paypal and DA Points by NinaLife31 on DeviantArt

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