In the first of a new mystery series featuring quirky private investigator Claire DeWitt, Claire investigates the disappearance of a top prosecutor in post Katrina New Orleans. Learn more about this book here, http://bit.ly/bnGLL3 and its author here, http://bit.ly/aY7230 Mystery, suspense
Ceil Halligan is an aura adaptor, a kind of human chameleon about to take on the appearance of someone else. She takes care of the problems others do not want to deal with and she gets paid a lot of money for it. But when modern day Vikings attack and then kidnap her target her mission changes drastically. http://us.macmillan.com/inafix/LindaGrimes Young Adult and Fantasy
As part of its fresh-from-the-farm video and recipe series, “California Grown” is releasing a new video featuring Cecchini & Cecchini Farms of Brentwood, Calif., the only remaining asparagus farmer in Contra Costa County.
The video series, which highlights California farmers and the real stories behind some of California’s favorite agricultural products, was started last year as part of an ongoing effort to connect consumers to the people and families that produce the locally grown foods they enjoy.
In the newest video, Barbara Cecchini shares what she loves about farming in California, how her family got involved in their farming operation, what sets their asparagus apart from products grown in other regions, and why she feels it’s important to buy California-grown products.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/55964-california-grown-asparagus-farmer-cecchini-farms-contra-costa-county
Facing reports that Wiki-Peeks.org (no relation to WikiLeaks) was about to release details of a new secret government agency, HomeAway, Inc. – the world’s leading online vacation rental marketplace – today revealed its involvement in the formation of the “Ministry of Detourism,” an organization working to save family vacations.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/homeaway/43504/
Nancy Bush’s new romantic suspense novel, Hush, begins twelve years ago, when a circle of teenage friends shared their deepest, darkest secrets. Now those secrets have resurfaced, and a new murderous nightmare begins. One woman must put together the pieces of the fractured past before she becomes the next victim. Learn more about this book here, http://bit.ly/fEsoBz and its author here, http://nancybush.net/ Suspense Thriller
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) officially opens its new manufacturing facility in Cleveland, Tenn., for production of premium cooking products. The $200 million project includes a state-of-the-art production facility and distribution center and will be the largest premium cooking plant in the world. Whirlpool expects the project will add about 130 new jobs to its existing Cleveland workforce. Each year Whirlpool Corporation spends more than $7.4 billion to operate its nine U.S. plants and keep its approximately 15,000 manufacturing employees at work.
Whirlpool Corporation Chairman and CEO, Jeff M. Fettig, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce, John Bryson, were key speakers at today’s ribbon-cutting ceremony which began at 11:30 a.m. EDT. Federal, state and local officials, including Deputy Governor Claude Ramsey and Tennessee Economic and Community Development Commissioner Bill Hagerty, also attended.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/mnr/54880-whirlpool-corporation-opens-new-state-of-the-art-manufacturing-facility
In this explosive thriller, a beautiful archeologist enlists the aid of a combat engineer to uncover the truth behind her father’s disappearance. Their quest leads them to terrible secret contained within Noah’s Ark. They must race to find the artifact before it is used to wipe out civilization again.
Find more about this book here: http://tinyurl.com/ygyh9b4 Find more about this author here: http://tinyurl.com/y8qwof5 Thriller
In this new book from author Joan Lester, Nina never thought much about her biracial heritage until her parents divorced. Conflicted and alone, Nina turns to the story of her great-great grandmother who escaped from slavery, hoping to find wisdom and direction in her predecessor’s tale. Learn about the book here, http://bit.ly/rrnJoU Learn about this author here, http://bit.ly/rlDVbY Teen fiction, issue oriented
During a round of Truth or Dare, Abby Miller confesses her crush on Jake Chilson to her friends. That night, she gets a creepy text message warning her to stay away from Jake. It may have been sent by a jealous classmate or, as Abby begins to suspect, a ghost. Learn more about this and the other You’re Invited to a Creepover books here, www.CreepoverBooks.com Tween girls, ages 8-12
The fearless pups are back as motorcycle police officers in this speedy, sweet tale. Learn more about this author at http://www.michellemeadows.com Children’s picture book
Over the past six months UK small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have grown on average by six per cent despite the broader UK economy struggling, according to the latest SMB Index from HP.
HP’s survey of 1,000 SMBs, with between 1 and 50 employees shows that, compared to that of the previous six months, growth for UK SMBs has slowed slightly but optimism is still strong, with SMBs expecting to grow by up to 13 per cent over the next year. Optimism in the economy is also strong, with 66 per cent of SMBs optimistic about the year ahead. SMBs in Financial Services have grown the most (13 per cent), followed by Manufacturing (10 per cent). SMBs in Retail (4 per cent) and Professional Services (1 per cent) have seen the least growth. Nearly half of UK SMBs (48 per cent) are turning to social media to help grow their business and reach new audiences, with 56 per cent of sole traders recognising its value the most. However, although SMBs are finding social media beneficial for networking purposes (83 per cent), and as a mechanism for advertising (57 per cent), many SMBs are underestimating its true potential for business growth and lead generation.
To view Multimedia News Release, go to http://multivu.prnewswire.com/mnr/prne/hp/48901/
