1STBOOKS TO EXHIBIT AT MIAMI BOOK FAIR INTERNATIONAL

1stBooks to Showcase Authors at One of the Largest Book Fairs in North America.

BLOOMINGTON, IN (PRWEB) November 3, 2003 -1stBooks announced today that the company will exhibit at the 2003 Miami Book Fair International (Booths #200) from November 7 through November 9, in downtown Miami. Book signings will be hosted by 15 of their top authors. Robert McCormack, President of 1stBooks made the announcement.

The Fair, will take place November 2 through November 9, at the Wolfson Campus of Miami-Dade Community College, 300 N.E. Second Avenue, and its surrounding streets; it is an international publishing event that includes a week of educational programs, book readings and special events geared toward awareness of literacy in a multi-ethnic community.

The 1stBooks authors that will be signing throughout the fair are:

Visionary real estate tycoon and political activist, Abraham Hirschfeld who will autograph copies of his autobiography, Crazy and In Charge, which details the story of his incredible life, imparting the wit, wisdom and unvarnished truths of a self-made millionaire gadfly who has had a profound impact on the last half-century. Among his many honors, Mr. Hirschfeld was recently named one of The Time 100 Most Influential Business Geniuses of the Century," by Time Magazine.

Phyllis Karpe' Bergstein, CSW, LCSW, who will sign copies of her book, Dedicated to Anyone Who Ever Looked at Me Cockeyed. The Story follows Crystal Gould who unsuccessfully spent six decades trying to learning the craft of relationships. Crystal eventually learns and perfects The Hack and Whack Philosophy of Psychotherapy" to finally overcome her inadequacy and gain a foothold on equality.

Patricia Kavanaugh Loffredo, who will autograph copies of her book, Thorny Way: Journey of Kathleen, a story of the Great Irish Famine of 1845-1852, a cataclysm of such proportion that one million people died of disease and starvation, and two million emigrated--most to the United States.

Sue Gill who will autograph copies of her two novels, Drowned in a Sea of Men & Bones Beneath, which are the first two novels in a series featuring forensic psychic Nia Connolly, who must track down an eccentric serial killer through San Diegos hard-core porn scene to rescue her mysterious lover, and preserve her unborn child.

Louis Kasza who will sign copies of his book, Hardships and Joys of an Exiled Cancer Researcher. The author gives readers a first hand account of the sufferings and abuses of the communist regime after the Second World War and the Hungarian Revolution in 1956.

Arthur Pekar who will autograph copies of his book, Confessions, which describes his life of involuntary celibacy. The author continues to portray his struggle and encourages readers who feel different" to benefit from his experiences.

Deri Joy Ronis, Ph.D who will sign copies of her insightful book, Bridging the Gap to Peace: From a New Way of Thinking Into Action. Dr. Roniss book opens a new road on the long journey to create a peaceful world. The author continues to go beyond pre-existing works on peace and conflict-resolution to provide a rigorous, intellectual discourse on the history and process of peacemaking.

Franklin Van Reem who will sign copies of his book, Hijacking in the Sky! The Babalues. The author takes us on a journey with Epco and Justin on an extraordinary scavenger hunt set up by the deceased Professor Hathaway in his will to test the ingenuity of his niece and nephew.

Lillian Kiernan Brown who will autograph copies of her autobiography, Banned in Boston: Memoirs of a Stripper. The book tells of Ms. Browns years as a stripper and follows the careers of her mother and aunts in Vaudeville and Burlesque from the excitement of the Roaring Twenties through the Great Depression.

Lloyd E. Foley who will sign copies of his book, Cancer: A Journey. The author poignantly describes how he neglected to obtain proper treatment for a chronic skin disorder, eventually leading to the development of a virulent cancer. His story uplifts, exhorts and inspires readers of the blessing of good health and of our responsibility to protect it.

Pastor Charles C. Brown who will sign copies of his inspirational book, Coming Out of the Rain. Mr. Brown masterfully uses the analogy of a storm to guide us through everyday trials and tribulations. The author informs readers how to calm their own personal storms" and to persevere through lifes agitations.

Georgina Chan Perdomo MD who will autograph copies of her book, The Law, An Act of Love. Dr. Perdomo and her daughter, Melisa Perdomo Roy, explore what the scientific world of the present recommends to prevent the top leading causes of death at the dawn of the century.

Donald and Jane Wilson who will autograph copies of their book, The Pride of African American History, illustrating how the African American has contributed a disproportionate amount of creativity and resourcefulness on a list of more than 1100 U.S. patents.

Ravin Shine who will sign copies of her book, The Journey Home: A Beginner's Guide to Reading Tarot Cards. The Journey Home is the most comprehensive guide of its kind as the book lifts the veil of mystery and reveals the truth about Tarot cards.

We are pleased to be a part of such a celebrated festival," said Mr. McCormack, President of 1stBooks. The progress of 1stBooks authors in these types of prestigious events is a testament to the success, growth and credibility of the print-on-demand industry."

Held annually, this is the 20th Anniversary of the Miami Book Fair International, a component of a week-long initiative that brings together more than 250 authors and 200 international/national exhibitors. Over 300,000 visitors are expected to visit the fair claiming to be the largest festival of its kind in America.

About 1stBooks:
Based in Bloomington, Indiana, 1stBooks was established in 1997 to fulfill the dreams of authors who wanted to have their books published while retaining all rights and control of content. 1stBooks titles are available in traditional hard copy format at more than 25,000 retail outlets worldwide, on the web from Barnes&Noble.com, Amazon.com, Borders.com, in e-book format, and through the 1stBooks online store at www.1stbooks.com.

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