Is there any relationship quite as complicated as the one between siblings? As we celebrate National Siblings Day this April 10, we’re looking at some of the novels we love that highlight that special connection. The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo Marilyn and David have four radically different daughters, each in a […]
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Hug a Newsperson Day — or read a book featuring a journalist
Here at Books Forward, we’re big fans of journalists — in fact, lots of us used to work as reporters, and even met at various newspapers. So we’re celebrating Hug a Newsperson Day, officially celebrated April 4, by reading some of our favorite books featuring people in the industry. Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams Queenie Jenkins […]
Tips to boost your ebook sales
So you want to increase your ebook sales? Let’s assume you’ve already written a book that’s up to industry standards: It’s been edited and proofread, has an attractive cover, has been priced appropriately, etc. And of course you’ve identified the target audience for your book. Let’s also assume you’ve been working on solidifying your author […]
New book by Inside Edition executive producer honors U.S. Navy on the 80th anniversary of a mission that turned the tide of World War II
NEW YORK CITY – In “Codename Nemo” (June 4, 2024, Diversion Books), Inside Edition’s Charles Lachman masterfully transforms a pivotal moment in history into a gripping narrative, chronicling the daring exploits of American sailors who outsmarted the Nazis by capturing a U-boat and unlocking its trove of intelligence secrets. On June 4, 1944 — two […]
Scholar pens atmospheric biography of African American expats, revealing nuanced Black experiences in the U.S. and abroad
New York, NY–A New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice pick, Dr. Tamara J. Walker’s “Beyond the Shores” reveals poignant histories of a diverse group of African Americans who have left the United States over the course of the past century. Together, the interwoven stories highlight African Americans’ complicated relationship to the United States and […]
Funny horror books you’ll love if you’re excited for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire
I’m new to the horror genre, and when I started to dip my toe in, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that a good number of the books I was picking up were really funny (in addition to being gruesome)! I asked around, and apparently it’s not uncommon for these writers to have an […]
Tips for taking your video interview skills to the next level
Help! How can I use video interviews to promote my book? As the popularity of video conferencing continues to grow, more authors are being invited to record interviews using Zoom than ever before. Are you prepared to make the most of a video interview? Read on for answers to our frequently asked questions– How should […]
Author investigates three generations of family’s arranged marriages, including her own
An intimate exploration of trauma and self-discovery in tender memoir, Afterword by Adriani Trigiani OMAHA, NE – Peek behind the curtain of one woman’s journey across three generations of her Italian-American family in this complex story of arranged marriage, immigration, international adoption, and self-discovery in the award-winning memoir After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged […]
Debut historical fiction novel chronicles change and resilience among the tobacco fields of 1950s North Carolina
RALEIGH, North Carolina – Leo Daughtry’s debut novel, “Talmadge Farm,” transports readers to the tobacco fields of 1950s North Carolina. “Talmadge Farm” (Story Merchant Books, June 4, 2024) reflects on the dreams and struggles of the American South, made more poignant by the author’s personal experiences growing up among the tobacco fields of Sampson County, […]
Experienced psychologist’s guide prioritizes healthy development, satisfying children’s emotional hunger
Evidence-based book, workbook give parents resource for responsive care PHOENIX — After running a private practice for forty-eight years, psychologist Dr. Ronald Ruff has created an essential resource for parents who are searching for evidence-based, best practice models to help them raise happy, kind and self-aware kids. “Raising Children to Thrive: Affect Hunger & Responsive, […]