New York – In the tradition of Philip Roth and John Irving, Library Tales Publishing presents the comic-drama for adults, Fun & Games. The New York Journal of Books says, “David Michael Slater’s 1980’s coming-of-age story fuses intense family dysfunction with literary intelligence. Mr. Slater throws all kinds of crazy against the wall—and not only does it stick, it works brilliantly. Fans of David Sedaris, Jenny Lawson, and Augusten Burroughs will crown David Michael Slater their new king."

About the Book:

The 1980’s: it’s the time of Dungeons & Dragons, banana clips, and Atari. Jonathan Schwartz is growing up in a family like no other. His sisters, Nadia, the dark genius, and Olivia, the gorgeous tease and temptress, manipulate Jon and his friends for their own entertainment. And his Holocaust survivor grandparents? Their coping techniques are beyond embarrassing. A disastrous visit to Jon’s class by his grandmother unhinges his famous father, setting off a chain of events that threatens to send the dysfunctional Schwartz clan up in flames once and for all. Fun & Games is a heartbreaking and hilarious story of faith, family secrets, betrayal, and loss—but it’s also a tale of friendship, love, and side-splitting shenanigans.

About the Author:

David Michael Slater is an acclaimed and award-winning author of books for children, teens, and adults. His books include Cheese Louise!, Flour Girl, Ned Loses His Head, and the controversial teen series, Sacred Books, which is being developed for film by Producer Kevin Bannerman (Lion King) and Screenwriter Karen Janzsen (Dolphin Tale). David teaches in Reno, Nevada, where he lives with his wife and son.

The Launch:

Barnes & Noble will host the book launch on Saturday, July 20th from 4-6 p.m. There will be a discussion and book signing. The Barnes & Noble store is located at 5555 S. Virginia St. Reno, NV 89502.

Media Inquiries / Review Copies:

Library Tales Publishing Group
244 5th Avenue, Suite Q222, New York, NY 10001
Website: www.librarytalespublishing.com
Telephone: 1-800-754-5016
Office: 347-394-2629, ext 155
Fax: (917) 463-0892

Library Tales Publishing announces the release of “It’s the Cookie, Mr. President” a refreshing look at our Presidents through cookies, paired with amusing quotes from every administration since 1776.

NEW YORK, NY – (LTP Press - February 18^th, 2013) – “It’s the Cookie, Mr. President” highlights our eclectic elected by way of a common denominator – the cookie. The wordplay that connects the recipes and the quotes is inspiriting. The book revives quotes from forty-four U.S. Presidents, with a refreshing combination of words and sugar. The book is short and sweet, with approachable recipes and clear instructions.

It’s a perfect gift for the mom or dad who loves to bake and debate, or anyone who understands that baking cookies is cheering in its simplicity and familiarity as well as its affordability. Save dough by home-baking - just add basic ingredients and a little bit of patriotism, and you’ll find a hobby that will endear and endure and make for a tasteful election season!

You can find the book here, or on Amazon.com

Library Tales Publishing is pleased to introduce this extraordinary book to the national media. Beginning in his home town of Pleasanton, the author will be available for interviews, podcasts, and local author nights. He is also available for national media conversations and commentary.

Book Title: It’s All About Her: A Man-to-Man's Guide to Marital Bliss
Website: www.itsallabouther.net

(NEW YORK, NY) - The multitude of pressures that lead relationships between couples from their starting point of love, passion, respect, and hope to apathy, complacency, repetitiveness, and discouragement are often allowed to take hold, rendering the outlook for many relationships bleak. Women spend millions to find solutions in books and therapy. The hunt is for the approach that will solve their marital problems -- or at least “fix” their spouse. It’s time for a fresh approach. Library Tales Publishing is announcing the release of it’s All About Her on Valentine’s Day, 2013. A book signing event is scheduled for Saturday, February 9th, 2013 (2:30pm -5:00pm) in Towne Center Books, Pleasanton California.

About the Book:

Written by a man and for men, It’s All About Her speaks to everyday problem-solving and relationship-improving in practical, playful, and more than occasionally profound ways. Is it the last word on interpersonal relationships? No. A new interpretation of the planetary origins of the male and female psyches? Absolutely not. A simple, easy-to-read set of suggestions that any guy can try to enhance the fun, respect, excitement, and love in his marriage? Yes!

Written in a straightforward, witty, and thought-provoking style, It’s All About Her is designed to spur actions and insights that work in the real world. It provide dozens of how-to’s for everything from giving gifts and sharing a bathroom to entertaining, teaming on the career front, and even attending the kids’ sporting events. Some are about fun, some romance, some respect but all enhance the relationship – and recall the basics that often fall by the wayside in long-term, side-by-side living.

About the Author:

Jim Hamilton is a 50-something business consultant with over 30 years of experience in the hi-tech industry. More importantly, he is a father of three, grandfather of three, and husband to one remarkable woman. As he states in the introduction of his book: “I am not a psychologist, psychiatrist, or marital /family therapist. I am just a regular guy whose inspiration for writing this book is the love of my wife -- and more than a few comments from her friends that I should provide lessons to their husbands on how to do a few nice things for them once in a while. I am certainly no saint, but I can tell you that not a day goes by that I do not thank God that I am married to my wife and take a few minutes to reflect on what we have and what I can do to make it better.” A graduate of UCLA, Jim was brought up in Palo Alto, CA, and currently resides in Pleasanton, CA with his extraordinary his wife, Dora.

The Launch:

Come meet the author during the book signing event on Saturday, February 9th, 2013 at 2:00-5:00pm in Towne Center Books, Pleasanton CA. The store is located at 555 Main Street Pleasanton, CA 94566 (925-846-8826).

Media Inquiries:

Library Tales Publishing Group
244 5th Avenue, Suite Q222, New York, NY 10001
Website: www.librarytalespublishing.com
Telephone: 1-800-754-5016
Office: 347-394-2629, ext 155
Fax: (917) 463-0892

Library Tales Publishing announces the release of “It’s the Cookie, Mr. President” a refreshing look at our Presidents through cookies, paired with amusing quotes from every administration since 1776.

NEW YORK, NY – (LTP Press - August 27th, 2012) – “It’s the Cookie, Mr. President” highlights our eclectic elected by way of a common denominator – the cookie. The wordplay that connects the recipes and the quotes is inspiriting. The book revives quotes from forty-four U.S. Presidents, with a refreshing combination of words and sugar. The book is short and sweet, with approachable recipes and clear instructions.

It’s a perfect gift for the mom or dad who loves to bake and debate, or anyone who understands that baking cookies is cheering in its simplicity and familiarity as well as its affordability. Save dough by home-baking - just add basic ingredients and a little bit of patriotism, and you’ll find a hobby that will endear and endure and make for a tasteful election season!

About the Author:

Pamela Joy Mawyer is a New Jersey native with interests in art, homemaking and politics. She resides in Point Pleasant Beach, spending her free time experimenting with fresh ideas in baking.

About the Book:

Paperback: 96 pages
Publisher: Library Tales Publishing
ISBN: 978-0615695563

The Spiritual Golfer, A New Golf Book by Golf Pro Robert Lumpkin, Tees Off in August

New York publisher Library Tales Publishing is pleased to announce the release of its upcoming book, “The Spiritual Golfer,” by professional golfer Robert "Lumpy" Lumpkin. The book will be launched on August 24th, 2012.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK--(LTP Press - May 23rd, 2012) – The eagerly anticipated new book by professional golfer Robert Lumpkin entitled 'The Spiritual Golfer', is ready to tee off on Friday, August 24th, 2012. In this self-help book, the renowned golf instructor will teach you how to improve your game, dramatically enhance your swing and learn to enjoy the magic of golf. This book is a must-read for the golf enthusiast, the avid player and the individual who truly wants to not only understand the game of golf, but also play it 'like a pro'. The book will be available everywhere following the August 24th launch.

The Author says:

"Abiding deep within every golfer’s spirit is a unique swing. Whether a beginner or advanced player, all golfers can dramatically improve their shot-making skills by taking an exciting and revealing journey inside “The Spiritual Golfer.” This intriguing page turner unravels the mystery and confusion surrounding playing great golf! From the boom of blasting the ball off the first tee, to the comforting sound of the ball dropping into the cup on the last hole, this book reads more like a novel than a cut-and-dried instruction book. It is filled with real life stories, humor and pictures, all wrapped up into an adventure you’ll truly enjoy!"

 Critics rave:

"Robert Lumpkin is a great instructor with an enormous amount of patience, talent and an eye for the golf swing. Lumpy always receives the highest performance evaluations from his students. His ability to play the game as a scratch golfer, even at the age of sixty, illustrates and reinforces that what he teaches truly does work..." -Patrick Wilkinson, General Manager and Head PGA Professional, Black Bear Golf Club.

"Besides being an accomplished player, Robert Lumpkin has a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the golf swing. Where he sets himself apart from other teachers is in his ability to communicate with the golfer who is searching for improvement in skills. Bob’s relaxed style helps the student feel at ease and be more receptive to understanding and learning." - Don Barnes, a PGA of America golf professional

Book Signing:

Come meet the author in person during his book signing event in the Golf Dimensions store on Friday, August 24th @ 3432 Highway 501, Myrtle Beach, SC. A second book signing event will be held in the store's North Myrtle Beach Location (2301 Highway 17 South North Myrtle Beach) on Saturday, August 25th.

About The Author:

Mr. Lumpkin is a certified golf instructor, club fitter, club builder, trainer for instructors and club builders. He is a golf expert and has been used as an expert court witness. Lumpkin is the Founder and Golf Director of the Getaway Golf Academy, the former Chairman of Fantasy Golf International, former mini-tour professional player, a public speaker and a contributing writer and illustrator. With more than twenty years of golf teaching experience, he has taught students of all levels.   He resides in South Carolina with his beautiful lady Jeanne and their two toy poodles, Crown and Coach.

The Book:

Paperback: 206 pages

Publisher: Library Tales Publishing

Language: English

ISBN: 978-0615568225

Price: $16.99

Available for pre-orders.

(NEW YORK, NY) - Imagine climbing Mount Everest in blue jeans and a pair of bowling shoes and boozing the entire way up, or swimming across the Atlantic Ocean in a Speedo and some Swimmies while towing a keg of beer behind you.  Well, The Mile-Marker Party (released Nov. 22, 2012 by Library Tales Publishing) celebrates one young man-child's drive to do something just as crazy and utterly ridiculous, and all that he did during that unforgettable summer to try and not die along the journey. Coming from Library Tales Publishing on this Go-For-A-Ride-Day (November 22^nd) - The Mile-Marker Party: one young man's inebriated struggle to pedal across a continent and find his way home.  

About the Book:

In 1998, a 22-year-old man-child with a mediocre set of balls, zilch between the ears, and a mind-blowing alcohol problem, placed the last of his worthless belongings into a dilapidated baby carriage, attached it to an even older bicycle, and decided to see if he could pedal nearly 3,000 miles across North America. With little more than pocket-change, he wondered at his chances of making it home alive. This book is not only the ultimate in adventure-infused memoirs, but a dare to come paint on some spandex as an All-American boy turns into an absolute madman while trying not to die with every mile that passes.  Saddle up and strap yourself in for a unique brand of humor as a journey unfolds through lands that will have you ultimately asking yourself just how in the hell this kid managed to forage his way, all the way through The Mile-Marker Party: one young man's inebriated struggle to pedal across a continent and find his way home.

About Patrick McFadden:

Born February 10, 1976, Patrick McFadden Jr. has been cast among us do one thing: hang out with the strangest people on Earth and report about it. Whether in the backwoods of Montana trying to fend off cult-leaders, or in the highlands of Papau, New Guinea, trading meat with cannibals, he's just about seen it all, and now, finally, is ready to spew forth his one-of-a-kind experiences. The Mile-Marker Party is the first of his many jaw-dropping adventures to come...

More details coming soon... The Library Tales Publishing Team

Written for his wife and children by master storyteller, Tim Pratt, "My Life With Ewa: The Early Years" will make the perfect Mother's Day gift. This true story of adventure, travel, and long-distance romance, recalls a time before cell phones, GPSs, and the internet. The reader will find herself laughing out loud while becoming involved in the lives of the author and his girlfriend, as they carry on a Trans-Atlantic courtship. With numerous references to the pop culture of the day, baby boomers will find themselves revisiting their own pasts, as the protagonists negotiate the bureaucracies of the Cold War in their quest for love. Throw in a summer backpacking in Europe, Pope John Paul II, President Jimmy Carter, a speeding ticket, barbershop quartets, and a dockworkers strike in France, and you have the elements of a delightfully-entertaining read. Give Mom a few hours of fun and nostalgia. Give her, "My Life With Ewa: The Early Years."  Find your copy on Kindle

A mother's love is the most powerful force that moves our lives, her gift is unique, priceless, lasting and capable of enduring the most difficult test. Strides of Destiny is a tale of a mother's unselfish sacrifice to save her daughters from being captives in a country with no rights or freedom, even at the cost of separating her from the true love of her life. Strides of Destiny is a tribute to mothers enduring their unconditional love for their children. A recommended reading available for all ages.   Find your copy on Kindle

New York publisher Library Tales Publishing announces the release of Catch a Falling Knife by Frank Foster. The book will be launched on April 21st, 2012 in bookstores everywhere.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK--(LTP Press - April 16th, 2012) – Of the eight million containers with two billion tons of freight shipped to the United States each year, only three per cent are currently screened for nuclear or dirty bombs, WMD, or other types of explosives.  Increasing the screening efforts would cripple the global supply chain, likely causing a worldwide economic depression. Frank Foster’s newest thriller, Catch a Falling Knife, exposes America’s soft underbelly – its container ship ports.The book is now available on Amazon and retailers everywhere. The author is holding a book signing event on Saturday, April 21st at Books-A-Million in Lakeland, FL.

The thriller is a departure from Frank’s “Boca” series featuring Lynn Woo. “It’s my third book, and I think all readers will agree, with this book—the stakes are high,” Frank says.  “It may remind some people of Ken Follett’s famous Eye of the Needle, because our hero and the bad guy are identified early on, and they’re on a collision course.” The format follows Foster’s usual short chapter, fast-paced action, and the tension builds throughout.  One early reader said reading the book felt more like watching a movie.

About Frank Foster:

Frank Foster is a former public company chairman and CEO turned novelist.  His popular “Boca” series – Boca Moon and Boca News – was set in the Southwest Florida resort of Boca Grande where he had a second home for many years.  Now, with Catch a Falling Knife, he has crafted a pure thriller that exposes one of America’s most vulnerable terror targets – our container ship ports.  Frank, who fly fishes all over the world, lives with his wife in their homes in Lakeland, Florida and Highlands, North Carolina.

Join Frank Foster for a book signing and reading at Books-A-Million on 4/21 in Lakeland, FL.

For more information, visit www.FrankFoster.com, or check out the author's blog at AuthorFrankFoster.Wordpress.com

Paperback ISBN: 978-0615568232 | Available at Ingram, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, Borders and bookstores everywhere |

Preorders are available on www.LibraryTalesPublishing.com

Digital Magic Entertainment has unveiled the trailer for their upcoming film "The Thought Exchange," starring David Friedman, Lucie Arnaz and more. Digital Magic Entertainment has released a new theatrical trailer for the anticipated film, which refines the concepts given in 'The Secret' franchise. The film, produced and directed by Usher Morgan will be released on March 15th, 2012.

"The Thought Exchange is a simple yet profound way of looking at the world, that allows us to understand and experience the truth about who we really are, where we really live, what we really want, and how to have that all the time." 

You can watch the trailer online: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uaJ-OLcU8A or visit www.TheThoughtExchange.com for more details.

Digital Magic Entertainment has released the first U.S. teaser trailer for The Thought Exchange, the first feature film by Usher Morgan. In this groundbreaking film, The Thought Exchange, David Friedman takes us on a journey that begins where most of us started and perhaps still are; firmly entrenched in the ambitions, strivings and frustrations of the physical world; and leads us, step by step, discovery by discovery, to this new world, the REAL world, that has always been right here, inside us. In this world, we not only find that we have all that we’ve looking for, but we discover that the “outer” world has no choice but to reflect the contentment, success and peace that we already have, and have always had, inside of ourselves. This film will lead you, in ways you’ve never been led before, to where you’ve always truly wanted to be.

The film will feature David Friedman, Lucie Arnaz, Arje Shaw, Dora Rubin and others.

The company announced that the full trailer (2.5 minutes) will be released on December 24th, 2011. The film will sneak into theaters in New York starting March 15th. A wide release will follow in May 2012. To watch the trailer, visit www.TheThoughtExchange.com/film