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Half Price Books Community Services Corporation , which is a 501(c)(3)
division of Dallas-based Half Price Books, supports many literacy and
environmentally -based projects, and often sponsors events such as the National
Book Festival, which has helped bring national focus to the growing illiteracy
problem in the United States. For a schedule of events , log onto the Web site
at http://www.
"As always, Joseph-Beth remains completely committed to our local
writers," said owner Neil Van Uum., and Nashville and Memphis, Tenn.

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In addition, self -published authors will
have their books stocked for a minimum of eight weeks, giving Joseph-Beth
buyers a chance to see how their book sells."
Based in Bloomington, Ind.

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"Fresh Voices in Print" will combine each company's industry-leading
experience to provide special Joseph -Beth Publishing Packages that include
custom book design, advance copies, guaranteed bookshelf placement and an
in-store book signing event for every author in the program. For more information,
visit http://www.com.

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- You didn't research the publisher and then follow the submission
guidelines
- You thought you could write well enough to get published
- You expected a publisher to "fix" your manuscript
- You jumped the gun by writing the book first, instead of the required
book proposal

All of these things and more can set up an aspiring author for rejection.annebruce. McCullough to receive the 2005 National Reading Advocacy Award. Stores are located in Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Cleveland,
Lexington, Ky. The company also includes Davis -Kidd
Booksellers in Jackson, Miss.com

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Some of
Bruce's tips to authors include:

- Be able to demonstrate to a publisher a plan to market and sell your
book
- Give publishers what they ask for by following specific submission
guidelines
- Focus on writing a great book proposal first, not an entire book
- Legitimate publishing houses do not ask you to pay them!

According to Bruce , "Eight out of ten people say they want to get a book
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McCullough to Be Recognized for His Support of American History

WASHINGTON, The Half Price Books Community
Services Fund Committee has chosen author David McCullough as the 2005
recipient of its National Reading Advocacy Award.
Past recipients include Librarian of Congress Dr.loc. "Having the
support of local bookstores has been a common problem for self-published
authors in the past. Joseph-Beth has taken the lead in changing this dynamic
and gone one step further by giving local authors shelf space and a book
signing.

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After discussing the past success of the
National Book Festival, the board decided to again sponsor the event, and
elected Mr. The company has published over 27,000
titles, and boasts millions of books in print.

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If That Publisher's Just Not That Into You Find Out 4 Reasons Why + More at Author's Life Retreat

This is the ideal program for anyone who's serious about becoming a
published author. The joint endeavor is designed to assist aspiring writers
in becoming published authors with books on the shelves of Joseph-Beth stores."
Customers shopping Joseph-Beth bookstores will notice a new "Fresh Voices
in Print" book section which will display and sell authors' books published
through the AuthorHouse partnership.

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The presentation will take
place on Saturday, September 24, at 12:30 p. The festival is hosted by first lady Laura Bush
and organized and sponsored by the Library of Congress, which is dedicated to
sharing its enormous resources with citizens of all ages.

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McCullough for
promoting reading and lifelong learning and for allowing Americans the
opportunity to reconnect with their country's history.

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For information , or to register, visit:
http://www.

Joseph-Beth Booksellers and AuthorHouse Launch Groundbreaking Venture

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For the First Time Ever, Authors Will Receive Guaranteed
Bookstore Placement and Book Signings

BLOOMINGTON, Ind.

Contact:

Lynn Zingraf
Director of Promotional Services
AuthorHouse
Tel: 812-334-5338
Email: lzingraf@authorhouse.

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, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, one of
the nation's strongest and most prosperous independent bookselling companies,
and AuthorHouse, the premier publishing house for emerging authors and new
voices in literature, are pleased to announce the "Fresh Voices in Print "
publishing program.C.

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"He has encouraged a
great number of people to read, and we are excited to recognize him.
In addition to the National Book Festival, Half Price Books Community
Services Corporation's 2005 projects include support of programs of Literacy
USA, an umbrella agency supporting literacy groups; creation of children's
libraries in hospitals, pediatric clinics and community centers across the
nation; and the donation of nearly two million books to the "Feed The
Children" national organization.
Joseph-Beth is a solid supporter of local writers, hosting regular
seminars with panelists who share their expertise on how to improve writing
skills, find editing help and get published.com

Contact:

Michele Sulka
VP of Marketing
Joseph-Beth
Tel: 513-706-3113
Email: msulka@josephbeth.

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Bruce says that after taking her seminar, writers will know
exactly how to go about getting a legitimate publishing contract .annebruce.com
Web site: http://www. Activities
include everything from advice on copyrighting books to meet and greets with
children's book characters. Its partnership with AuthorHouse
extends that support even further by giving local writers an opportunity to
see their book on the shelves of their local Joseph-Beth bookstore.
"Our authors couldn't be more excited about this partnership with
Joseph-Beth," said Bryan Smith, AuthorHouse CEO and president., and Charlotte, N.

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"If you've always wanted to get a book published, but instead, you have a
drawer full of rejection letters , this would suggest-that publisher's just not
that into you!" says Bruce, "and here are some reasons why. Half Price Books recognizes Mr.

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David McCullough has authored several books, including The Johnstown
Flood, The Great Bridge, The Path between the Seas, Truman, and more recently,
1776 ., AuthorHouse has grown into the world's largest
and most experienced self-publishing house, providing premier book publishing
and marketing services for authors.
Joseph-Beth is one of the nation 's largest independent bookselling groups,
founded in 1986.

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"Mr. He has lectured extensively nationwide and abroad, and has acted as
host of Smithsonian World and The American Experience. Authors retain all rights, maintain
editorial control and choose the exact selection of services that best suits
their goals.

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at the National Book Festival's
media tent located in the National Mall. McCullough
for breathing new life into a spirited American history through his books,
essays and commentary , which, in turn, has encouraged more Americans to read
and enjoy the written word. "Our partnership with AuthorHouse should
enable anyone interested in getting published to bring their work to the
marketplace in a most efficient and productive manner.

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Bruce's program focuses on what publishers really want from authors, how much
money authors can expect to make, and how to avoid publishing scams that take
an author's money only to leave them with a box of books and no book
distributor . It doesn't matter if it's a children's book, novel, science
fiction, business, or self-help book -- the key is knowing exactly what a
publisher is looking for, being able to meet deadlines and fully recognizing
the discipline and focus required to actually complete a book from start to
finish .htm . McCullough's clear and compelling writing and commentary has made a
variety of topics more accessible and interesting to readers," said Sharon
Anderson Wright, president and CEO of Half Price Books. Billington;
Daryl Johnston, former Dallas Cowboy and FOX NFL Game Analyst; and Sara
Hickman , nationally acclaimed children's singer and songwriter, for their
support and dedication to national and local literacy efforts.
The National Book Festival celebrates books and literacy through readings,
musical performances and book-signings for children, adults and families by
more than 80 noted authors and artists from around the country.

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NEW YORK, Author's Life, a two-day seminar +
retreat, will be presented in Charleston, SC at the Charleston Place Hotel, on
March 5th + 6th , by bestselling McGraw-Hill author and life coach Anne Bruce
(Discover True North: A 4-Week Approach to Ignite Your Passion and Activate
Your Potential).

Noted Author and Historian David McCullough to Receive Half Price Books Community Services' Reading Advocacy Award

m.gov/bookfest/ . We are thrilled to be
able to present this unique opportunity to our customers.

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CONTACT: Anne Bruce, +1-214-507-8242, or anne@annebruce.

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AuthorHouse provides a broad
array of tools and services to allow authors to make their own choices
throughout the publishing process.

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com/authorslife. The award recognizes Mr. Each year the program's executive board honors
someone who has made great strides in promoting reading initiatives on a
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