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Poignant collection of short stories explores the search for a better life in California despite obstacles of human connection

GARDEN CITY, NY – Psychotherapist and writer Linda Feyder’s upcoming evocative short fiction collection, “All’s Fair and Other California Stories” (Sept. 28, 2021, She Writes Press), transports the reader into brief, but telling moments in each character’s lives around different California landscapes. This psychological exploration ruminates over the desire for human connection and a better […]

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How does a book publicity firm decide which authors to represent?

Many writers dream of publishing a book, but few realize that publishing is just the first step in a dynamic journey of getting your book in front of–and loved by–readers. Our book publicity firm Books Forward has represented more than 700 amazing authors during our 20 plus years in business, and a question I hear […]

International Latino Book Award-winning author releasing newest work of magical realism in paperback this fall

San Antonio, Texas – This fall, author Rudy Ruiz — recipient of six International Latino Book Awards — will release his latest book, “The Resurrection of Fulgencio Ramirez” in paperback. Since its September 2020 release in hardcover, “The Resurrection of Fulgencio Ramirez” has been named a finalist for the International Latino Book Awards in the […]

Intimate memoir chronicles marriage of cultures and evolution of author’s notions of success, womanhood

“A how-to for any woman who’s determined, super-smart, assertive and willing to wait for a husband to come into his own element. A thrilling ride all the way.” — Tina Martin, author of “Everything I Should Have Learned I Could Have Learned in Tonga” SAN FRANCISCO — Clear-eyed and frank, author Evelyn Kohl LaTorre’s stunning […]