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2011-12-17T19:05:00.000-08:00

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New Line Press Opens News Site

2011-01-29T19:58:00.000-08:00

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2010-12-23T22:52:00.000-08:00

New Line Press Signs Horror Author Tony Schaab

2010-12-14T17:19:00.000-08:00

New Line Press on Facebook

2010-12-06T15:17:00.000-08:00

Be sure and check us out on Facebook, where we are currently blogging and updating our news feed.

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New Line Press Announces eBook by Screenwriter and Novelist Terry Wright

2010-10-14T13:06:00.001-07:00

New C. J. Starr eBook Released: Igor and the Count

2010-10-06T00:45:00.000-07:00

NLP welcomes author B. J. Scott

2010-09-20T14:54:00.001-07:00

New Line Press announces the addition of B. J. Scott to our line up of talented and prolific authors. Scott is the author of many erotica short stories with a focus on the steaming hot male/male genre.

B. J. Scott writes stories of gay lust and sex, believing that sexuality is a part of the whole person. Scott enjoys carrying sexuality to the next level, somewhat like living a fantasy sexual life. These stories allow Scott to venture into that secret fantasy world without actually going there, not that the thought isn’t a secret fantasy! Says Scott, “I hope you like reading these lusty stories as much as I enjoy writing them. I get to live life on the edge a bit when writing them.”

"Man's Man" by B. J. Scott is a short story about a personal assistant who delivers whatever the boss asks for, and more!

Visit New Line Press.com for more information on this and other titles.

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New Title Release: Broken Voices by Winona Rasheed

2010-07-19T10:52:00.000-07:00

Ella Rose Abbot has a secret. As a new 9th grade student attending high school for the very first time and in a new city, her first day in school proves to be difficult and uneasy as she tries to keep her secret hidden from unsuspecting teachers and classmates. For Ella, it is going to take more than a school uniform to make her appear normal and the same as everyone else as she tries to fit in, be accepted and feel normal amongst her peers.

Broken Voices by Winona Rasheed

Available in ebook (PDF) and Print (63 pages)
ISBN: 978-1-892851-32-1 print
ISBN-978-1-892851-62-8 ebook

Buy print from Amazon.com
Buy ebook from New Line Press
Buy for your Kindle

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New CJ Starr Books to Kick off the Summer!

2010-07-02T21:07:00.000-07:00

Just released four exciting CJ Starr books. Cassandra's Independence, Summer Heat, Mardi Gras Menage and Hot Desking.

CJ Starr has consistently ranked as a bestselling erotica author and these latest releases have all the key ingredients that make CJ Starr a pop phenom.

New Line Press congratulates Starr on her latest releases and we know that you'll love Starr's stories as much as she loves writing them!

For more information, visit New Line Press or CJ Starr.net.

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Meet GG Royale, author of upcoming Vampire Menage from NLP!

2010-06-29T21:39:00.000-07:00

GG Royale has been writing erotica for over ten years and working as an editor for Loose Id Publishing for nearly four years. She has edited over seventy manuscripts in print and e-book form and has had several short erotica stories printed under other pen names. GG Royale is the author of the erotica, Vampire Menage, coming September 1, 2010 from New Line Press.

Vampire Menage by GG Royale
Release Date: Sept. 1, 2010

Visit GG Royale.com

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NLP Author Judy Layne Appears on AM Live

2010-06-16T09:44:00.000-07:00

Judy Layne, NLP Author of Hector's Flight to Friendship (Art Work by Kathleen Russell) appeared this morning on TSPN AM Live to discuss her upcoming appearance at Splash for Summer Author's Day at the Library in Jackson, California on July 8th, 2-3 PM.

Judy Layne is the author of the popular children's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship, available from NewLinePress.com, Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, as well as your local independent book sellers. For more information, visit NewLinePress.com or JudyLayne.com.

New Line Press Coming to Barnes and Noble Pubit!

2010-06-14T16:37:00.000-07:00

New Line Press announced today their ebooks will be available on the Barnes and Noble Pubit! platform of ebooks launching the Summer of 2010.

New Line Press ebooks are currently available to millions of ebook readers on multiple reading devices including Amazon Kindle, iPad, Sony, Google Books, and a plethora of growing digital formats.

In addition New Line Press books are for sale in print formats on Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.com as well as in Barnes and Noble bookstores.

For more information visit New Line Press website at NewLinePress.com or Barnes and Noble.com.

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NLP Author Judy Layne to Appear on TSPN AMador Live

2010-06-10T15:00:00.000-07:00

Judy Layne, New Line Press author of Hector's Flight to Friendship (illustrated by Kathleen Russell) will appear on TSPN AMador Live June 16, 2010, 7:00 am (replays through the week).

Hector's Flight to Friendship is an endearing children's story of friendship as told through the eyes of Hector Hummingbird. Bestselling author Barbara McMahon describes the book as "A darling story with a lesson for all that is easily conveyed."

Hector's Flight to Friendship can be found at Amazon.com and independent book sellers.

For more information visit the publisher's site at NewLinePress.com, the author's site at JudyLayne.com or at the illustrator Kathleen Russell's site at FromKath.com.

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Author Day at the Library

2010-06-02T13:46:00.000-07:00

Come out to the Amador County Library in Jackson, California, on July 8th, 2:00-3:00 PM and meet New Line Press children's author Judy Layne and other children's book authors at this special event which is part of the Summer Reading Program 2010.

Judy Layne will be on hand to discuss her children's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship, published by New Line Press, and to autograph copies of her book which is beautifully illustrated by artist, Kathleen Russell.

For More Information, visit Amador County Library Website or Judy Layne.com.

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NLP Announces Upcoming Book, Broken Voices by Winona Rasheed

2010-05-25T12:15:00.000-07:00

New Line Press is proud to announce the upcoming book, Broken Voices by bestselling author Winona Rasheed.

About the Book: Ella feels nervous about starting high school, and the fact that she's deaf only compounds her insecurity. Yet through strength and determination Ella finds a way to rise above her broken voice.

Broken Voices excerpt: "My speech doesn't sound quite right, because my hearing is impaired. But, just because my voice is broken, that doesn't mean that my spirit is broken too. I will rise above my handicap, because I am determined. because that's what successful people do. I am not ashamed of who I am because. I am somebody. I am unique in my own very special way."

About the Author: Winona Rasheed lives in Washington D.C. with her husband of 34 years. She and her husband have raised six children. Her 13 grandchildren add a lot of inspiration to the stories that she writes. Says Winona, "It doesn’t matter if you are 6 or 106, you will enjoy the story telling through the pages of my books. Good books last a long time and great stories never grow old. If you ask me, books are like diamonds...treasures to behold. Good books may become tattered and worn, but the stories live on in our memories."

Watch for book release details of this extraordinary story, Broken Voices by Winona Rasheed, coming soon from New Line Press. Visit Winona Rasheed's website at winonarasheed.com and the publisher NewLinePress.com.

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Upcoming Release from C. J. Starr

2010-05-19T06:00:00.000-07:00

This just in from C. J. Starr -- C. J. Starr's best friend April went to the Mardi Gras and got into a bit of trouble with a couple hunking police officers. Seems April went a bit too far on Bourbon Street for these hot cops... When they come to arrest her, a plea bargain is reached, one involving a MENage! Read Mardi Gras Menage by C. J. Starr, coming May 28, 2010 from New Line Press.

Read C. J. Starr's latest City Girl Quickie Read, Mardi Gras Menage!

Coming May 28, 2010 to e-stores everywhere!

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Catherine Burr's Inconvenient Attorney on Bestseller Lists

2010-05-18T09:55:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to NLP author Catherine Burr whose brief story An Inconvenient Attorney hit 3 different Bestseller lists on Amazon.com on May 18, 2010. Having been on Bestseller lists before Catherine Burr says, "My stories are relevant in today's world and have touched a chord with many. I am both grateful and humbled by the response I have received."

Read more about Catherine Burr's Inconvenient Attorney and all of Catherine Burr's books at New Line Press.com and visit Catherine's website at Catherine Burr.com.

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Mother's Day Special Free Motherhood Humor eBook!

2010-05-08T12:27:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day Special! This weekend only!

Free e-Book Download: Motherhood Moments by bestselling and noted parenting humor author Catherine Burr. 110 pages of seasonal parenting humor seen through the eyes of a mom who believes in the joy, humor and wonder of raising kids! Download this e-book for free this weekend only, May, 7, 2010-May 8, 2010.

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NLP Author Judy Layne on Book Tour

2010-04-12T20:05:00.000-07:00

New Line Press author Judy Layne (right) continued her book tour with a stop at Well Read Books in Martell, California. Judy signed copies of her newly released children's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship.

Hector's Flight to Friendship is an endearing story of Hector Hummingbird who learns the value of friendship during migration. This darling book is brought to life through the words of author Judy Layne and the beautiful art work by north west artist Kathleen Russell.

Hector's Flight to Friendship is available in print at New Line Press.com, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and through your favorite local book seller.

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photo credit: Kathy Boyd Fellure

C. J. Starr invites you to bring a little April into your March!

2010-03-07T13:06:00.000-08:00

C. J. Starr, bestselling author of the City Girl Series Quickie Reads invites you to bring a little April into your March!

C. J. Starr sat down one day with her friend April on the UCLA campus. April, being April, dared C. J. to measure a passing handsome co-ed hunk. And we don't mean his shirt size! What transpired C. J. wrote into one of her famous City Girl Quickie Reads, aptly named, "April."

Read April today! Available at Amazon.com

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Hector's Flight to Friendship Added to Literary Collection

2010-03-05T11:45:00.000-08:00

New Line Press author Judy Layne and illustrator Kathleen Russell's new children's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship has been chosen by the Amador County Library to be added to the literary collection.

Hector's Flight to Friendship tells the the valuable lesson of friendship as told through Hector Hummingbird. "This book is a treasure that you'll read to your child over and over again!"

Hector's Flight to Friendship was published by New Line Press January 25, 2010 and is quickly becoming a must-have children's book. The book is fully illustrated with colorful art work by artist Kathleen Russell and the story is written by acclaimed author Judy Layne.

Visit New Line Press for more information or Amazon.com.

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New Line Press Recommends: Pieces of My Heart by Katy Ishee

2010-02-15T16:24:00.000-08:00

Once in awhile a book comes along that, as Blues Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter Lonnie Mack says, "This story is so shocking and strong, you have to be strong to read it."

Pieces of My Heart by Katy Ishee is that book!

When 17-year old Katy Ishee is forced to surrender her son to strangers, her life becomes a web of secrets, lies and rebellion...

Learn the hidden, yet true, secrets of how unwed mothers were treated by the System, and what actually goes on in government-approved mental wards. Take a trip with Katy to Haight-Ashbury during the historically pivotal Summer of Love, her long, strange trip through the brotherhood of motorcycling, four abusive marriages, dope and booze . . . nomadically headin’ down many highways, back-and-forth, stubbornly refusing to give up on her dream, everything hinging on her search for her only child.

Journey thru Katy’s heart, mind and soul: she leaves no detail unturned, no emotion left unsaid in this gut-wrenching true story.

Katy shares her experiences with us as waves crashing over the seasons of her life that make us feel we are being skinned alive without the benefit of anesthesia.

Visit KatyIshee.com today and order your copy of Pieces of My Heart by Katy Ishee.

Judy Layne to Sign Copies of Debut Children's Book!

2010-01-30T18:34:00.000-08:00

New Line Press Kids announces our latest children's author, Judy Layne, will be signing copies of her book, Hector's Flight to Friendship on Saturday, February 6th, 2010 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Clark's Corner, 12 Main Street in Ione, CA. Please join us!

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New Line Press Books on iPad!

2010-01-28T06:22:00.000-08:00

Read New Line Press books on Apple's new ipad! Steve Jobs announced the Apple ipad which takes e-readers to the next level--color! We're thrilled to announce NLP books will be available to read on this exciting new color reader! Download the free kindle app for ipad and you'll be ready to experience reading like never before!

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Winona Rasheed Lands on Best Seller List

2010-01-11T10:05:00.000-08:00

New Line Press would like to congratulate author Winona Rasheed on achieving the Amazon.com Best Seller List in January 2010 for her children’s book, A New Home For Her Cubs.

For more information on Winona Rasheed's New Home for Her Cubs and other New Line Press books, visit New Line Press.com.

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Oh that C. J. Starr: An Insatiable Christmas Gift

2009-12-12T22:05:00.000-08:00

Pour yourself a mug of mint schnapps and enjoy An Insatiable Christmas Gift, C. J. Starr's version of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" as only C. J. Starr can tell!

Says C. J., "I derive pleasure from writing enticing quickie reads and am thrilled to bring you, "An Insatiable Christmas Gift," which is a story my good friend Crystal Holly relayed to me. I have her full permission to write her story of her letter to Santa in which she is looking for a man who can satisfy her "needs!"

An Insatiable Christmas Gift by C. J. Starr is a City Girl exclusive Quickie Read from New Line Press, available wherever e-books are sold, and in print at New Line Press.com.

An Insatiable Christmas Gift by C. J. Starr

Amazon.com Bestseller List

Mobipocket.com Bestseller List

Available in print and ebook editions. 33 print pages = 6 MB (2,395 words)

NLP print edition is $5.00 which includes free shipping with delicate handling. E-book/kindle is on sale for a holiday price of 99 cents with instant download for instant gratifiication!

Also available at Amazon.com kindle, mobipocket, and ARe.

This book contains some light sexual innuendos and material for mature audiences (our readers have rated this a light "R")

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New Releases, Bestsellers, and Upcoming Titles

2009-11-21T11:41:00.000-08:00

Just Released!

Jimmy Begood by James Halon

After 52 weeks in the top ten list on mobipocket.com ebooks, Jimmy Begood, for the very first time, is available in trade paperback!

Get your autographed copies now! Great Christmas gifts!

Jimmy Begood is now available at New Line Press.com and Amazon.com.

"In the style of Henry Miller, Halon writes with wit and humor and regales in the trivialities of everyday life in a manner befitting a writer to be remembered for a long time!" - Amazon.com Review

More NLP books make Bestseller Lists!

Catherine Burr's An Inconvenient Attorney has hit #3 on the Amazon.com Bestseller List under the category of divorce, and has been in the top 10 Bestseller List for 3 categories overall on Amazon.com.

If you haven't yet read An Inconvenient Attorney, it's a powerful story of a couple going through divorce and what happens when their attorney's get involved. Buy it today!

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C. J. Starr celebrates An Insatiable Christmas Gift!

C. J. Starr celebrates a holiday release, An Insatiable Christmas Gift, available in print, ebook at New Line Press.com, at Amazon.com kindle and many other e-tailers. Let C. J. warm you this holiday season!

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Upcoming Titles from New Line Press:

Hector's Flight to Friendship by Judy Layne.

Illustrated by Kathleen Russell.

Paperback. January 25th, 2010.

Inconvenient Affairs by Catherine Burr.

Trade Paperback. December 15, 2009.

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New Line Press, where there's always something new!

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Pre-Order Hector's Flight to Friendship

2009-11-08T10:49:00.001-08:00

Hector's Flight to Friendship by Judy Layne and illustrated by Kathleen Russell is available to pre-order on Amazon.com!

Bestselling author Barbara McMahon hails the children's book Hector's Flight to Friendship by debut author Judy Layne as, "A darling story with a lesson for all that is easily conveyed."

Order your copy today!
Amazon.com

Children's Fiction Picture Book. Paperback. 32 pages.
ISBN: 978-1-892851-24-6
$12.95 US/Canada

For more information, contact the publisher, New Line Press at newlinepress.com.
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New Line Press wishes you a spooky Halloween!

2009-10-28T22:53:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween from New Line Press!

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New Book Announcement: Hector Takes Flight

2009-10-24T16:54:00.001-07:00

Hector's Flight to Friendship by Judy Layne, illustrated by Kathleen Russell is set to take flight soon!

This beautifully illustrated, wonderfully poignant children's picture book offers a valuable a lesson of friendship told through the eyes of Hector Hummingbird. Hector's Flight to Friendship lands January 25th, 2010 online and available to order wherever books are sold.

Hector's Flight to Friendship by Judy Layne, illustrated by Kathleen Russell.
Release Date: January 25, 2010
Children's Fiction Picture Book (soft cover). 32 pages
ISBN: 978-1-892851-24-6
$12.95 US/Canada

Bookmark this site for news of Hector's Flight for Friendship pre-release copies available exclusively through NewLinePress.com.

For more information, visit NewLinePress.com.
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Seattle author releases new novel Cold Soup

2009-10-09T12:19:00.001-07:00

New Line Press announces a new book release by Seattle author Eric Emery.

Cold Soup, now available at New Line Press.com is Emery's second novel. His first novel, Bay City Tower, was based in the San Francisco Bay Area, and now his latest novel takes place on a murky side of Seattle. Cold Soup explores themes about a person's destiny and the paths we choose to take daily.

Author Eric Emery has written an existential murder mystery in Cold Soup that takes an everyday guy and forces himself to ask questions about his life in an intriguing manner.

214 pages
ebook available at NewLinePress.com and Amazon.com kindle.

For more information visit NewLinePress.com.

Dynamic NLP Duo to be Featured at Event!

2009-08-24T10:19:00.000-07:00

New Line Press is thrilled that our dynamic duo, author Judy Layne and illustrator Kathleen Russell, and their children's book, "Hector's Flight to Friendship" are being featured on September 10th at a Writer's Event in Amador County. Judy Layne will read from her upcoming children's book and Kathleen Russell's artwork from Hector's Flight to Friendship will be unveiled for the first time.

The event is free and open to the public. Thursday, September 10th, from 7:00 to 9:00 P.M. at Clark's Corner, 12 West Main Street in Ione, California.

For information on Hector's Flight to Friendship, visit New Line Press.com.

New Line Press is on Facebook!

New Line Press books now in the Netherlands!

2009-08-18T08:42:00.000-07:00

New Line Press continues to expand its reader base. NLP e-books can now be purchased in the Netherlands via ebook.nl

eBook.nl is the leading eBookstore in the Netherlands.

For more information on all of New Line Press books, visit New Line Press.com.

New Line Press is on Facebook!

Artist Kathleen Russell Illustrates NLP Children's Book

2009-08-16T09:10:00.001-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Artist Kathleen Russell Illustrates NLP Children's Book
August 16, 2009

Hector's Flight to Friendship is beautifully illustrated by artist Kathleen Russell.

Kathleen Russell has illustrated the covers of several bestselling gift books, and in Hector's Flight to Friendship by New Line Press author Judy Layne, Kathleen has artistically illustrated the story with beautiful art that makes for a timeless book that will be passed down for generations.

Hector's Flight to Friendship, due out in print later this year, is an endearing story of Hector Hummingbird who learns the importance of friendship during an unexpected journey travelling with a family of Canadian Geese.

For more information, visit, New Line Press.com.

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New Line Press Authors Make Headlines

2009-08-12T08:26:00.000-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
New Line Press Authors Make Headlines
Pine Grove, CA
August 12, 2009

Two pieces of exciting news regarding New Line Press Authors

Judy Layne and C. J. Starr, authors in the New Line Press family, are making headlines!

Judy Layne, author of the upcoming children's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship, was the subject of a featured news article in the Ledger-Dispatch. Judy Layne states in the article, that her publication journey has been, "God's perfect timing."

New Line Press, Judy Layne's book publisher, has worked closely with Judy and her first published book, a children's book about a hummingbird and the migration of Canadian geese.

Judy's book, Hector's Flight to Friendship will be available on the New Line Press website and Amazon.com later this year or early 2010. Watch for the cover, illustrated by artist, Kathleen Russell, on the New Line Press website. In addition to the cover, Kathleen Russell is illustrating the interior of the book, providing beautiful color artwork for the story.

More exciting news from New Line Press author C. J. Starr:

C. J. Starr, author of the very popular City Girl Series, rode to the top of Amazon.com Bestseller list for gay and lesbian fiction. Her book, Erica's Dilemma, a C. J. Starr "Quickie Read" was a top ten bestseller on Amazon.com kindle e-books.

Erica's Dilemma by C. J. Starr and the City Girl Series books are available on New Line Press.com and Amazon.com.

For more information on Judy Layne, C. J. Starr, and all of New Line Press authors, visit, New Line Press.com.

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Just Released: A New Home For Her Cubs

2009-07-28T09:17:00.000-07:00

New Line Press Children's is proud to announce the just released, "A New Home For Her Cubs," a Winona Rasheed children's ebook.

In the far away jungles of Africa, a mother lion is not satisfied with her lioness life, or the environment in which she lives with her three cubs, because danger is always lurking.

Kumani, the mother lion is not your typical lioness, for she has a gentle roar, she hates hunting and fighting. She is very unhappy living in the wild, for in her mind she is not a ferocious beast. She is regal, fit for royalty.

Kumani wants to live like a queen lioness, and give her cubs a life where they will be safe and free from the wild beast of the jungle and all the dangerous conditions.

One day, after deciding that she has had enough of the wild, Kumani sets out to find a better life for herself and her three cubs, somewhere far away from hunting and dangerous situations. With a little help from her friend Bantu, the talking parrot, she finds the perfect place to call home; however, getting there comes with much dreaded difficulty. Before she can find peace and happiness, she must once again let her lioness instincts take over.

A New Home For Her Cubs by Winona Rasheed tells the story of Kumani a lioness who is determined for a better life for her and her cubs.

Available from New Line Press.

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New Line Press Books on Barnes and Noble.com

2009-07-23T17:15:00.000-07:00

New Line Press is thrilled to be a part of emerging formats of digital books. With the recent announcement of Barnes & Noble entering the ebook world, New Line Press ebooks will be available on the Barnes and Noble website, giving you more choices to shop for your favorite NLP titles than ever!

Information on New Line Press books can be found on the New Line Press website at newlinepress.com.

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New C. J. Starr book Released!!

2009-07-08T12:31:00.001-07:00

New Line Press is ecstatically thrilled to announce a just-released C. J. Starr book, Erica's Dilemma.

Erica's Dilemma is available at many e-stores, including New Line Press, All Romance ebooks, and Amazon.com kindle.

Erica's Dilemma is the 12th book in the City Girl Series by bestselling author C. J. Starr. The books can be read in sequence or as individual stories.

For more information, visit New Line Press.com.

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New Line Press launches Facebook fan page!

2009-07-04T23:12:00.000-07:00

New Line Press announces a fan page on the popular social networking site, Facebook.com. On the NLP page, you can post comments, photos, reviews, start a discussion, and of course keep up on all the latest from New Line Press.

It's easy! It's simple!
1) Log onto facebook.com
2) Head over to the New Line Press page
3) Click, "Become a Fan."

Now you can post comments, write reviews, post pictures, start a discussion and more!

Have fun with it!

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Meet new NLP children's author, Winona Rasheed!

2009-06-24T20:47:00.000-07:00

Meet Winona Rasheed, prolific children’s author, and newest member to the New Line Press family!

Winona Rasheed is the author of the upcoming children’s book from New Line Press, “A New Home for Her Cubs.”

Winona lives in Washington DC with her husband of 33 years. She and her husband have raised six children. Her 13 grandchildren add a lot of inspiration to the stories that she writes.

She has always loved writing, and when she took a course in writing for children from The Institute of Children’s Literature, her passion for story telling grew.

Children have always held a special place in her heart; children were always around, as they filled her house and surrounded her in the day care center where she worked as an assistant teacher.

The experience of working with children, raising them; writing stories, and creating books for them; leads Winona to believe that this is her purpose in life is giving to the children of the world, and giving back with one book at a time. Children, writing, editing, and creating books are the things that put the spark in her life. Education, experience, patience, and a chance to excel have bought her to where she is today.

In addition to being a wife, mother, grandmother, and author, Winona runs her own business, Dream Writers’ Essentials, and she is also Managing Editor of Author-Me.com.

Visit Winona’s website at winonarasheed.com.

Introducing children's author Judy Layne!

2009-06-02T12:22:00.000-07:00

New Line Press is thrilled to welcome our latest author, Judy Layne.

Judy is the author of the upcoming children’s book, Hector’s Flight to Friendship.

In Hector’s Flight to Friendship, Judy Layne tells an endearing story about Hector Hummingbird, who learns the importance of friendship during an unexpected journey traveling with a family of Canadian geese.

Judy lives in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains with her geese, chickens, ducks, sheep, goat, dogs, and one cat. Her love of animals served as an inspiration for Hector's Flight to Friendship.

For more information, visit newlinepress.com.

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Catherine Burr at #1

2009-05-11T15:54:00.000-07:00

This in from Catherine Burr:

I received an early morning email from my editor letting me know that my short story, An Inconvenient Mistress, went to #1 Best Selling book on Mobipocket.com.

There has been so much in the news lately (isn't there always!) about mistresses. John Edwards (former running for President politician), Jon Gosselin (TV fame), Mel Gibson (left his wife of a gazillion years for a young Russian, perhaps pregnant?) honey. There are about a million mistress cases with a zillion more to come, and throughout time, the public sits in fascination of this societal norm.

I pounded out An Inconvenient Mistress one day when the power went out and sitting outside on our deck overlooking the turquoise sea, I asked someone (a man) why do men have mistresses? The response - "because they're convenient."

So I started to write "An Inconvenient Mistress" with the thought in mind that mistresses are convenient, however I soon felt that mistresses are anything but convenient. Thus "An Inconvenient Mistress" was born.

I hope you enjoy the read.

PS. It's fiction!
Catherine Burr.

Available at:
New Line Press
mobipocket.com
Amazon.com

Subscribe to Catherine Burr's blog feed.
Catherine's Blog.
Catherine's Website.

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NLP Authors Share Stories

2009-05-07T10:41:00.000-07:00

News from Eric Emery, author of Bay City Tower.

"Last night, I read a chapter of my novel at an open mike in front of about 50 people. It was great. It was at the Hugo House in Seattle. I can say it was one of the most enjoyable times of my life.

I got comments like 'Your writing is so cool' and 'Thanks for being so different' (Prose instead of another reading verse).

The experience comes 2nd as far as pride of being an author in my opinion. 1st is seeing your name on the cover and seeing your words on the pages."
--Eric Emery

Larry Wall's autobiography, Random Acts of Mischief will surely make for an interesting read and lively discussion as his book was selected for a monthly read by a book group. Larry will be participating in the book group via conference call! We look forward to hearing more about it!

James Halon's book, The Malagasy Tortoise, was chosen as a recommended read by Kindleboards.com, and overnight, his book shot up to #1 in Men's Adventure books on Amazon.com. Congratulations Jim!

Another day, another new Kindle

2009-05-06T10:25:00.000-07:00

Kindle News!

While mulling over the just unveiled Kindle DX, we at New Line Press are not sure whether to be delighted or annoyed. Technology for e-readers changes in what seems by the time you receive one electronic reading device it soon becomes extinct while newer versions hold more books, has longer battery life, larger reading area, the list goes on and on.

The one thing we have been waiting but have not seen yet is a color screen. We half expect Apple, Plastic Logic, or Sony to be releasing a color screen soon. Some people remark that when reading a book, the pages are not in color anyway however, taking that into consideration, we venture to say color screens will soon be forthcoming. Probably right after we have purchased the latest e-reader!

Quick Comparison of Kindles:

Kindle DX:
Screen is almost 4 inches larger than Kindle 2
Holds 3,500 books vs 1,500 on Kindle 2
Screen rotates to landscape or portrait
2 inches larger overall

Price tag: $489 for Kindle DX vs Kindle 2 price tag $359.

engadget

Amazon Kindle DX

New Line Press Author's Paintings in Will Smith Movie

2009-04-27T07:08:00.000-07:00

New Line Press author Larry Wall tells the story of how his paintings ended up in the Will Smith movie, Seven Pounds. It's an interesting story Larry shares with us! Click video below:

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Newspaper Article Features New Line Press Author

2009-04-25T17:10:00.000-07:00

New Line Press author James Halon was recently interviewed and featured in a newspaper article regarding the talk he gave to a captivated audience at a public library earlier this month about the future of reading and the electronic Kindle Reader.

New Line Press thanks the Ledger-Dispatch, reporter Bethany A. Monk, the Amador County Library, and James Halon for his community involvement.

Ledger-Dispatch
Kindle allows users to read books electronically
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
By Bethany A. Monk

Ione resident James Halon gives a presentation on the Amazon Kindle wireless reading device at the Jackson branch of the Amador County Library system.

James Halon of New Line Press Book Publisher in Pine Grove says the Amazon Kindle is the wave of the future.

The author and publisher gave a presentation on the device, which allows people to read electronic books, to Amador County residents at the Jackson branch of the county library recently. Halon brought his own Kindle to the presentation and held a question and answer forum for the nearly 20 people who attended.

Amazon Kindle is a software and hardware program created by Amazon.com launched in the United States in November 2007. The device's screen is 3.6 inches wide and 4.8 inches tall and displays the page of a book in electronic form; to turn the "page," one simply presses a button. It is used without a computer and can hold up to 1,500 novels, Halon said. With the purchase of a specific disk, it can hold up to 25,000 novels. Amazon.com has some e-books available for free, and most others cost about $9.99.

"It's kind of the wave now," Amador County assistant librarian Linda Laolagi said of the Kindle. "It would really benefit students. Think of all the kids who could put their textbooks on it instead of carrying around all those books in their backpacks."

"There was a good turnout," Amador County librarian Laura Einstadter said of Halon's presentation. Some people brought their Kindles with them and were able to ask Halon questions about the device.

"I think it's something a lot of people are looking at purchasing," she added. "I'm not sure the (Amador County Library) is in the position to purchase one, but a lot of other libraries are purchasing them and circulating them - they're getting a good response."

According to the Amazon.com Web site, a new Kindle 2, the latest version of the device, costs $359; used Kindles cost $225 on the site.

Of Halon's presentation and turnout, Einstadter said it was nice to see so many people interested in technology.

Halon is the vice president of New Line. Like many of the bigger publishers, New Line is also selling its books via electronic book form, he said. It saves a lot of money, Halon added, and is very green.

"We don't have to do the actual shipping or storing or publishing of all the papers," he said.

New Line went e-book last year, he said. The first book the company made available electronically was Catherine Burr's novel, "Silicon Secrets." Now several are available in the e-book format.

"It works sort of like a cell phone," he said. "You don't have to be at a computer. It runs on a battery."

Halon, who uses his Kindle often, says he recharges the battery about every three days. "The average person would probably need to recharge the battery once a week."

One of its downfalls, he said, is that it doesn't light up at night. Amazon.com does sell an attachable lamp, Halon said.

Halon, author of several novels, says one of the reasons he likes using Kindle is that he can also download his own manuscripts onto the device and work on them via the Kindle keyboard.

"I can see why some people say they are not going to make the change (to Kindle)," Halon said, adding that some people just really enjoy the traditional book format. Many people, however, will enjoy the benefits of the device, he said.

"Once a person sees this and holds this in their hands, they're going to wonder why they didn't have one sooner," Halon said.

Bethany A. Monk
Ledger Dispatch article

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Libraries Green with Kindle

2009-04-22T11:38:00.000-07:00

From sea to shining sea, public libraries are turning to green methods for patrons to check out books.

For some time many libraries have offered e-books via digital downloads or even books delivered to your in-box of your email. Now libraries across the country are adding the newest electronic reading device, the Kindle from Amazon.com.

One of the first libraries to add Kindle is Howe Library in Hanover, New Hampshire, which carries the Amazon.com Kindle reader for library users to check out for typically a period of one week.

In March 2009, the Frank L. Weyenberg Library of Mequon and Thiensville in Wisconsin added the Kindle 2 for check out for their library patrons.

In Rancho Mirage, California, the public library offers Kindles for check out, which the library has preloaded with books from the New York Times Bestseller List.

New Line Press books are available for Kindle readers in addition to other digital formats, including Sony readers, iphones, and Mobipocket.com.

For more information, visit the New Line Press website at NewLinePress.com.

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Protestors to Rally Against Author's Guild

2009-03-30T09:06:00.000-07:00

According to a press release from the National Federation of the Blind, a call has been set out for protestors to rally outside Author's Guild headquarters in New York City on April 7th, 2009, noon to 2:00 PM, and at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, April 25-26, 2009.

Behind the protest is a group called Reading Rights Coalition, who are protesting the recent decision by Amazon to allow for the disabling of the text-to-speech feature on the Kindle 2, a wireless reading device that was recently released by Amazon.com. The decision to relent on the text-to-speech feature was apparently made after the Author's Guild voiced complaints that the Kindle 2 violated rights of authors and publishers.

New Line Press embraces reading - for everyone, and as long as text-to-speech is an option and not disabled, we will continue to allow the text-to-speech available for our books.

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Read Press Release from National Federation of the Blind

Kindle Forum Educates Community

2009-03-25T11:03:00.000-07:00

Last night's Kindle talk at the Amador County Library in Jackson, California, was a kindle success. Many people came out to learn about the new Kindle 2 reader and all of its capabilities.

The talk was given by New Line Press author James Halon. Audience participation contributed to the exchange of information and knowledge regarding the latest technology in reading.

In attendance were New Line Press author Larry Wall, from Seattle, who signed copies of his book, Random Acts of Mischief, and Beverly Rose Hopper of Amador County.

New Line Press thanks the Amador County Library who hosted the event, and everyone in attendance.

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New Jim Morgan Novel Announced

2009-03-10T22:56:00.000-07:00

New Line Press announced today a new novel in the Jim Morgan Adventure Series, Vendetta, to kill a spy. The story, set in both Russia and the United States is the third in the popular action and adventure novels based on a character created by James Halon.

Vendetta, a full-length novel by J. P. Halon and Catherine Burr is set for a summer 2009 release from New Line Press.

NLP Books now on iPhones and iPod touch

2009-03-05T19:55:00.000-08:00

Have an iphone but not a Kindle?
Have a ipod but not an iphone?
Are you digitally challenged?
Do you just want to read a good book?

Now, for the first time, New Line Press books are available to read on more technological devices than ever. In addition to pdf instant downloads at New Line Press.com, and on Amazon.com Kindle Readers, our titles can now be read on iPhones with the new free Kindle app download, and on iPod touch.

Of course, many of our books are available in print at New Line Press, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Target, and other retailers, and we at New Line Press are embracing the ever-changing technology with gusto and will remain at the forefront and cutting edge of reading.

New Line Press, embracing new ways to read.

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Events Listing: Introduction to the Kindle Reader, E-Books & Publishing Trends

2009-03-02T19:54:00.000-08:00

March 24th, 2009. 6:30-7:30 PM, Amador County Library, Jackson, CA.

An Introduction to the Kindle 2.0 Reader with James Halon. Mr. Halon is an author, playwright, poet, editor, and V.P. of New Line Press. He will demonstrate this new technology as well as discuss publishing trends, library space, and E-books utilizing a greener environment. March 24, 6-7:30 PM. Amador County Library, Jackson, CA.

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Spring into New Books

2009-02-27T21:44:00.000-08:00

March 1, 2009 NLP eNews

Catherine Burr's An Inconvenient Mistress hit Amazon.com Best-Seller List at #31.

Eric Emery, Author of Bay City Tower, is working on a new Romance-Mystery set in Seattle. The working title is "Cold Soup."

New Releases

Spring Me by C. J. Starr
This college girl has had it with her virgin (not going to "do it" until marriage) boyfriend. Her solution? A Spring Break to find what she desperately needs! Read more

April by C. J. Starr
It was a typical spring day at U.C.L.A., C. J. and April are sitting on the grass, watching guys, when a dare arises that will turn heads! Read more

Creative writers get together to discuss the day's lecture. Personal experience comes to light and sexual escapades expand in the student lounge! Creative Writing 101 (Behind the Scenes) by James Halon. Keep reading...

“James Halon writes with wit and humor”
-Amazon Reviews

These books and more are available at New Line Press.com
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Eric Emery's Bay City Tower makes another Best-Seller List

2009-02-11T17:28:00.000-08:00

Eric Emery's acclaimed technological novel, Bay City Tower, hit the Top Ten Best-Seller List at Mobipocket.com ebooks.

Bay City Tower has been described as "Brilliant" and a "Fascinating look into the future."

In addition to Mobipocket.com, Bay City Tower is available at Amazon.com, where it climbed to the Top 100 Sci Fi Kindle books quickly after its release.

Bay City Tower by Eric Emery is published by New Line Press.

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Kindle 2-Day

2009-02-09T11:17:00.000-08:00

Amazon announced its second version of Kindle today, appropriately called, Kindle 2.

We at New Line Press are impressed with several of the new features including the "Text to Speech" feature, where the Kindle reads aloud the printed word. This is an excellent aspect for visually impaired and others who will benefit from this feature. Like an ipod, you can wear headphones to listen privately.

At 1/3 of an inch and 10.2 oz., the Kindle 2 is thinner and more lightweight than Kindle 1.

We also like the fact that the new Kindle holds 1,500 books, whereas the first edition held 200.

New Line Press titles are available at Amazon.com for the Kindle reader.

The Kindle reader can be ordered on the New Line Press website and at Amazon.com.

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NLP Books Now Available in South Africa

2009-02-05T21:38:00.000-08:00

New Line Press is proud to announce e Book Shop out of South Africa is now carrying the New Line Press line. New Line Press books are now available on the e Book Shop website at e Book Shop.

New Line Press is proud to welcome e Book Shop to our growing list of e-tailers that carry our fine books!

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Jimmy Begood 48 weeks Best-Seller List

2009-02-04T09:36:00.000-08:00

JIMMY BEGOOD by James Halon Top Ten MobiPocket.com Best-Seller for 48 weeks!

Jimmy Begood has fallen in love but doesn't realize it! And the woman he's fallen fall for is a bartender and college student who is secretly doing a research paper on womanizers - and her subject? Jimmy Begood!

Congratulations to New Line Press Author James Halon on his novella, Jimmy Begood, 48 weeks on the Best-Seller List.

When asked how he felt about his book being on the Best-Seller list for almost a year, James Halon responded, "I'm on the roof dancing a jig!"

Jimmy Begood is available at New Line Press,
Amazon.com, MobiPocket.com, Books on Board, and from your favorite e-tailer.

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Order an erotic Valentine for your Valentine!

2009-02-03T13:16:00.000-08:00

Valentine by C. J. Starr, a City Girls Series Quickie Story.

Quickie Blurb: Valentine was shocked by her math grade. What's a City Girl to do? In the privacy of her Professor's office, she tries to convince him to up her grade!

Order the print book today @ New Line Press to receive in time for Valentine's Day!

Can't wait? Get Instant Gratification with an Instant Download (PDF) at New Line Press

For Mature Audiences Only!

New Releases Feb. 1, 2009

2009-02-01T09:18:00.000-08:00

New Line Press is proud to announce the following releases:

Valentine by C. J. Starr (City Girl Series)
ISBN: 978-1-892851-22-2
Quickie Blurb: Valentine is flunking college math! What to do? She decides a visit to Professor Lewis is in order!
Quickie Excerpt: "Val reached out her hands and began a slow descent of the Professor's zipper."

April by C. J. Starr (City Girl Series)
ISBN: 978-1-892851-51-2

Quickie Blurb:
It was a typical spring day at U.C.L.A., and C. J. and April embark on a sexual dare.
Quickie Excerpt:
"...I love the sense of freedom and it makes me feel sexual..."

Betrayal by Catherine Burr (Marriage Files)
ISBN: 978-1-892851-23-9

Betrayal and Seduction, short stories in The Marriage Files Series. Powerful, gripping, and truthful.
Betrayal by Catherine Burr
Excerpt: "I would make a cyber trip to a surveillance store and get everything I needed to catch a cheat!"

Seduction by Catherine Burr (Marriage Files)
ISBN: 978-1-892851-24-6

A couple face up against their marriage counselor and some tough
choices they must face when the husband reveals a hidden secret during
a session.

These and other New Line Press books are available at New Line Press, Amazon.com Kindle Store, and many e-tail stores.

Debut Author Tops Best-Seller List for Nov 2008

2008-12-01T00:01:00.000-08:00

Debut novelist, Lori Golden, author of Dreams Awaken, heads up the November 2008 list of top ten Bestselling NLP books on MobiPocket.com, a distributor of New Line Press books.

1.
DREAMS AWAKEN by Lori Golden
$4.99 - 208 KB
A story of true love, one that is never forgotten...

Dreams Awaken, a debut novel, poignantly told by author Lori Golden is a moving story of romance, courtship, loss, and finding your soul mate that comes but once in a lifetime.

2.
BAY CITY TOWER by Eric Emery
$6.99 - Eric Emery - 322 KB
The year 2036. One thing that never changes are music fans.

Dahlia has an opportunity to finally meet her idol, Reina Way, a hopeful pop-electronica music star. But, strangeness, San Francisco style, and a mysterious quantum device are in the way.

3.
SEDUCING THE BOSS by C. J. Starr
$3.99 - C. J. Starr - 156 KB
A steamy Quickie Story about a young career woman with a high libido, humor and a hankering for her female boss.

4.
HOUSEMATES by C. J. Starr
$2.99 - C. J. Starr - 126 KB
Christy is promoted to Senior Vice President at her bank, and her libido soars like her fast-paced career. All she needs now is a hot housemate!

5.
JIMMY BEGOOD by James Halon
$5.99 - 73 KB
Jimmy Begood has fallen in love. And the woman he's fallen fall for is secretly doing a research paper on womanizers - and her subject? Jimmy Begood!

6.
THE MALAGASY TORTOISE by James Halon
$6.99 - 732 KB
Murder, mayhem, women, and ESP challenge James Morgan to complete an expedition on a secret adventure. Womanizing Morgan fights off women just as much as the evil expatriate Russian Margolova who is determined to seek her own justice.

7.
NOWHERE TO TURN by C. J. Starr
$3.99 - 96 KB
Lenora Moore, a Chicago art dealer and dutiful wife, had it all, or so she thought, until one fateful evening left her Nowhere to Turn.

8.
NEXT EXIT by Catherine Burr
$5.99 - 402 KB
Welcome to Silicon Valley. Now, leave your morals at the entrance ramp. Nothing will stop the likes of Philip Lawson to get what he wants. Brazen, sexy, bold, ruthless, all staples for a man on the rise in the corporate software world.

9.
An Inconvenient Mistress by Catherine Burr
$1.99 - 119 KB
mis-tress n.
a woman who has a sexual relationship with a man who is not her husband.

Catherine Burr's An Inconvenient Mistress is a must-read for anyone who is married or thinking of marriage. This book is Gut-wrenching. Truthful. Empowering.

10.
DISHONORABLE DUTY by Cadence Dean
$4.99 - 400 KB
Have you ever fallen in love with someone you never met? Caitlin did. Caitlin is a strong-willed K-9 police officer in the USAF, and after she discovers her Special Forces boyfriend cheating on her, she swears off men for good (until she meets sexy firefighter Cruise Jackson!)

For purchasing information on New Line Press books (retail and wholesale), please visit New Line Press.com.

New Line Press
San Francisco, CA
Media Contact: books (at) newlinepress.com
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Fictionwise to carry New Line Press books

2008-11-30T08:36:00.000-08:00

New Line Press is proud to announce that we have entered into an agreement with Fictionwise.com, a comprehensive seller of fiction and non-fiction e-books, to carry New Line Press titles. New Line Press is thrilled to add Fictionwise.com to our growing list of sellers of New Line Press books.

New Line Press
San Francisco, CA
Media Contact: books (at) newlinepress.com

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Interview with Author Eric Emery

2008-11-29T07:10:00.000-08:00

Between the Pages with Eric Emery, Author of Bay City Tower.

NLP: Eric, thank you for granting us this interview.

Eric Emery: You're welcome. This is an exciting time for me.

NLP: How long did it take for you to write Bay City Tower?

Eric Emery: It took me three months to write the manuscript plus another six months to get it the way I wanted. Out of everything I've written, Bay City Tower has been the most changed manuscript I've written.

NLP: How long have you been writing?

Eric Emery: I remember writing my first short story in the sixth grade. I was also heavy reader at that age. And then the fever hit hard in college when I discovered that I really did enjoy writing term papers and got good marks for them.

NLP: Bay City Tower is colorfully described, where do derive your imagination and inspiration?

Eric Emery: Thank you. That was the outcome I was looking for. Something that I find fun to do is carry a pocket notebook with me and write down specific visual experiences wherever I go. It could be anything from sitting in a bus to having a drink in a jazz club. I thought "Wouldn't it be fun to up the visual and characters a little in a future world I created?"

NLP: What role does the San Francisco Bay Area play in Bay City Tower?

Eric Emery: I think San Francisco is a place that embraces change and open-mindedness. It's a place where new ideas are more plausible. It's a great place for music and the place is not afraid of new technology.

NLP: How did you become interesting in writing science fiction?

Eric Emery: For me, science fiction is less constricting to the imagination as far as storytelling. I've met professional science fiction writers in my life who were approachable and open to talking about anything.

NLP: Describe your writing routine:

Eric Emery: I write everyday before work at the same place and time. I usually just scribble at first and then get serious, or I go back to fix what I wrote the previous day.

NLP: What do you like to do in your spare-time?

Eric Emery: I like to practice jazz on my trumpet just for fun. I'm not any good by any means. It's just another creative outlet. I go to movies that are a little different, and I like to browse bookstores, with coffee of course.

NLP: What advice would you give to aspiring writers?

Eric Emery: Be a doer, not a talker. Turn off your cell phone and get it out of your sight. Disconnect from the internet when you're on the computer. Check your e-mail after you write.

NLP: Tell us about your next book:

Eric Emery: Right now I'm writing a mystery that dives deep into characterization more than anything I've ever done. Haven't decided definitely on a place, but somewhere in the Northwest. And yes, there will be another wild ride.

NLP: Is there anything else you'd to say to your fans?

Eric Emery: If you're a fan, you don't know how grateful I am. There's nothing more fun than entertaining through storytelling. I will keep bringing you more.

NLP: Congratulations Eric on your novel, Bay City Tower, and thank you very much for spending this time with us!

11/29/2008
New Line Press
San Francisco, CA
Media Contact: books (at) newlinepress.com

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Best Sci-Fi/Futuristic: Bay City Tower and Mnomia's World

2008-11-26T10:42:00.001-08:00

Bay City Tower by Eric Emery and Mnomia's World by James Halon are nominated for Best Sci-Fi/Futuristic Romance books at Good Reads.com.

Vote at Good Reads Best Sci-Fi/Futuristic

Bay City Tower and Mnomia's World are published by New Line Press and are available at New Line Press.com, Amazon Kindle, Mobi Pocket.com, and many e-tailers.

For more information on these and all New Line Press titles, visit New Line Press.com

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#1 Bestseller at Mobi Pocket.com Dreams Awaken

2008-11-23T08:28:00.000-08:00

#1 Bestselling Short Story on Mobi Pocket. com as of November 23, 2008 is Dreams Awaken by Lori Golden, published by New Line Press.

Dreams Awaken is a love story that spans the test of time and distance. A love story that is poignantly told by author Lori Golden.

Says Lori, "Dreams do come true, you only have to believe! Just open your eyes and Awaken your soul..."

Dreams Awaken, published by New Line Press, is available at Mobi Pocket.com, Amazon.com Kindle, and New Line Press.com.

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Between the Pages with Eric Emery, Author of Bay City Tower

2008-11-22T12:16:00.000-08:00

Watch for a fascinating interview with Science Fiction Author Eric Emery.

Eric's novel, Bay City Tower, based in the San Francisco Bay Area, quickly climbed the Amazon.com Kindle book charts as Sci-Fi Thriller fans have taken notice of this very talented and descriptive novelist.

Interview with Eric Emery - coming soon!