DANDELION BOOKS WELCOMES NEW PR DIRECTOR

5250 South Hardy Drive -- Ste. 3067
Tempe, Arizona 85283
Tel. 480-897-4452 • Fax 480-897-4453
www.dandelionbooks.com
info@dandelionbooks.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DANDELION BOOKS WELCOMES NEW DIRECTOR
OF PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PROMOTION

December 21, 2000

TEMPE, AZ. . . . Dandelion Books, a publishing company located in Tempe, Arizona, recently appointed Bev Walton-Porter Director of Public Relations and Promotion. Destined to become a major force in the publishing industry, Dandelion Books is one of the first companies in the world to offer cutting-edge production and delivery technologies.

Im excited to be associated with a company that is at the forefront of the book marketing revolution," states Walton-Porter. With the exclusive signing of best-selling authors such as Gordon Thomas, who has topped sales of 45 million and has had his books published in 36 countries; and recent acquisition of several other titles from celebrity authors whose books will appear simultaneously with film and TV productions, Dandelion is positioned for continued success.

"Dandelion takes a personal interest in its authors," says Walton-Porter. It develops strategic, customized publicity campaigns designed to showcase each of them. Also, its not afraid to explore new markets. Today, this requires knowing how to navigate the Internet, and integrate on-line promotion and sales with book signings and other physical appearances."

Bev speaks from experience," says Carol Adler, President and founder of Dandelion Books. She knows her way around the literary marketplace and is a familiar columnist, book reviewer, commentator and chat room host in many of the prestigious Internet websites that get the big hits from retail and trade book buyers. She also knows how to get reviews, stir up interest, and engage the public."

Dandelion Books are listed in Bowker's Books in Print, distributed by Ingram (US), Bartrams (UK) and sold on-line through Amazon.com, bn.com, dandelionbooks.com, ebook-case.com and a large number of other popular turnkey websites. Dandelion books can also be requested by readers from their favorite bookstores.

"As the publishing revolution moves firmly into the 21st century, I'm pleased and honored to be a part of Dandelion Books and their innovative approaches to the industry," states Walton-Porter.

PUBLISHER CONTACT INFORMATION:

Dandelion Books
www.dandelionbooks.com
c/o Carol Adler, President
5250 South Hardy Drive - #3067
Tempe, Arizona 85283
Tel: 480-897-4452
Fax: 480-897-4453
Info@dandelionbooks.com

Bev Walton Porter may be reached directly through bevwp@dandelionbooks.com
Tel. (719)-277-0877