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UglyDeck.Com Provides Inspection Ideas to Ensure Safe Decks This Summer

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UglyDeck.com provides customers with an important checklist to ensure their deck can safely hold get-togethers for many summers to come.

Burnsville, MN, USA — After a Fourth of July full of get-togethers and barbecues has died down, now is an ideal time to inspect your outdoor deck and decking materials to make sure the heat of summer has not damaged it. Decks that need special attention are those that are more than 15 years old, decks that were built by inexperienced DIY’ers, or have not been inspected recently.

From loose deck railings to weak posts, the deck builders at UglyDeck.com encourage homeowners to familiarize themselves with these seven common deck problems, and check to make sure their deck is safe:

1. Check to make sure lag screws are not in the ledger board. The ledger board is what holds the deck to the house. One of the most common problems with DIY decks occurs when these boards aren’t correctly attached.

2. Ensure nails aren’t missing in joist hangers. If the joist isn’t fully nailed, the joist hangers can pull loose from the ledger board.

3. Check to see if the posts are rotting or in poor condition. Moisture can cause untreated wooden posts to rot over time, losing its ability to support the deck’s weight.

4. Weak post connections. Galvanized carriage bolts attaching posts to the joist support of the deck is the ideal way to ensure a deck will be structurally sound.

5. See if the deck wobbles when shaken. If a deck shakes easily when moved, that may be a sign of the joists or ledger board loosening or weakening.

6. Check if the ledger flashing is in place. The ledger flashing is what keeps the ledger board watertight and keeps moisture from leaking into the house.

7. Rickety railing posts. Securely fastened railing posts can help ensure that people won’t tumble off their deck.

If your deck has any of these issues, contact the expert Minnesota deck builders at UglyDeck.com. UglyDeck.com can work with homeowners to find deck solutions big or small for their decks. From sourcing maintenance free decking materials, to choosing safe and sturdy deck railing options, to helping customers if they need to start over and build a deck from scratch that’s up to code, the builders at UglyDeck.com can provide advice, expertise, and a free quote to help them get started.

Media Contact:
Bill Barton
UglyDeck.com
12277 Nicollet Ave S.
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-736-3308
info@uglydeck.com
http://www.uglydeck.com

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GiftWorksPlus Provides Insightful Ideas to Help Protect Camera Equipment From Heat

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GiftWorksPlus provides tips on how to keep camera equipment in top shape during the extreme summer heat.

Waukesha, WI, USA — It’s no surprise that the middle of summer can bring scorching heat. People know how to take care of themselves in extreme heat: drinking water, staying in the shade if possible, and wearing light-colored clothing. But how to keep cameras and camera equipment cool may not be as obvious. GiftWorksPlus offers advice to photographers – professionals and amateurs alike – on how to protect cameras from the hot summer sun.

One important way to keep a camera in its best shape is to avoid condensation. Condensation occurs when moving a camera from a cooler environment, like from a house or an air-conditioned car, to a warmer, more humid one. Condensation can form inside the lens and fog up images; if these droplets dry, they can leave spots or even mildew or fungus on the inside of the glass lens. Or worse, the moisture can short circuit the camera causing it to shut down.

To avoid condensation, allow camera equipment to slowly warm up before exposing it to extreme heat. Another way to avoid condensation is placing the camera in an airtight re-sealable bag with a silica gel packet inside it. Condensation should then form on the bag instead of the equipment, and the silica gel should dry up the condensation.

Similar to how people keep themselves cool, covering up or shading equipment with a dry white towel while it’s not in use can help keep cameras running optimally. Another way to keep a camera from overheating is to limit the use of camera settings. Specialized features, especially in newer digital cameras, require more battery usage and therefore can generate more heat.

Even with these precautions, make sure to carefully clean cameras and lenses after each use, especially after use in hot weather. All of these tips will help ensure that your photos are high-quality, and then they are ready to be framed with an engraved picture frame from GiftWorksPlus. GiftWorksPlus offers hundreds of specialized picture frames perfect to frame your photo with. The wooden frames from GiftWorksPlus make great customized gifts for clients or for friends. Their line of vacation frames is great for highlighting summer vacation pictures and make thoughtful and unique souvenirs. With a little extra attention to keeping your equipment heat safe, your summer pictures will be a great way to capture your favorite memories.

Media Contact:
Karla Jordan
GiftWorksPlus
N15 W22218 Watertown Rd. #5
Waukesha, WI 53186
888-456-9878
karla@giftworksplus.com
http://www.giftworksplus.com

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New Dolls Look to Take Advantage of Tide Toward Political Incorrectness During Election Season

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With no shortage of humor targeting the two major political parties as the elections approach, PIC Dolls has announced the availability of plush dolls that are far from politically correct.

Raleigh, NC, USA — A new company is looking to make a unique and funny collectible a hot selling item during the 2016 election season. With no shortage of humor targeting the two major political parties as the elections approach, PIC Dolls has announced the availability of plush dolls that are far from politically correct.

PIC Dolls, which stands for Politically Incorrect Dolls, has launched its first two dolls just in time for the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. The 10-inch plush dolls are dressed like Uncle Sam in red, white and blue and each make jokes about the opposing political party; Phil A. Buster, is a wise-cracking elephant makes jokes about the Democrats, while Ralph A. Rendum is a clever donkey that takes shots at Republicans. Phil A. Buster and Ralph A. Rendum will also be active on Facebook and other social media leading up to the November elections.

Limited production of the dolls makes them great collectible items or the perfect gift. For more information or to purchase the dolls, go to http://www.PICdolls.com.

Media Contact:
Neal Zipser
919-255-2556
nealzipser@yahoo.com

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New Book Release – Dogs Are People Too: The Practical Guide to Understanding and Training Your Dog, by Mary Jean Alsina

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Dogs Are People Too: The Practical Guide to Understanding and Training Your Dog (because you’re more alike than you think!), by Mary Jean Alsina, will get you and your dog wagging tails in agreement!

Newark, NJ, USA — Mary Jean Alsina’s Dogs Are People Too: The Practical Guide to Understanding and Training Your Dog (because you’re more alike than you think!) is a comprehensive guide for novice to experienced owners on how to best understand and interact with their dogs for utmost success.

5 Star Reviews have been blanketing Alsina’s new title!

Mary Jean Alsina neatly draws on a variety of sources to outline how dog guardians can learn to better communicate with their dogs, read their emotions and understand what they are trying to say. – Susan Nilson

I’d always suspected that my dogs were the better versions of me and now this book proves it. This is the bridge that helps you to relate to your dog as you would to your child, your friend, your partner. It applies what you know already to the language of dogs and you will find yourself nodding absently and consistently in agreement as you flip the pages. Don’t think of this as a dog training manual. Rather, it is a guide for understanding dogs. – Zarina Mak

The book itself is easy and pleasant to read (did it in one day). It’s full of a great deal of information on studies with simple and easy to understand information identifying the similarities between, human behavior, children and our canine companions. The title totally says it all “Dogs are People Too”, if you’re thinking Mary Jean means it literally, your half right and half wrong. But when you do read it I can guarantee you will have an ah-ha moment. This isn’t a step by step do this, say that; rather it’s teach a man to fish type book. She supplies the tools and thought process with examples of how to apply the thought process. Think about it do you learn better when your happy and supported by those around you or when someone is standing there watching every move you make just waiting for an opportunity to shout? ~ Verified Amazon Reviewer

Author Mary Jean Alsina, CPDT-KA, PCT-A, M.A., is a certified professional science-based dog trainer and behavior consultant with over 10 years’ experience. During this time, she has worked with hundreds and hundreds of dogs exhibiting issues ranging from typical puppy behavior to severe fear and aggression as adults.

Alsina is the Founder, Owner, and Head Trainer for The Canine Cure, LLC, a New Jersey- and New York City-based dog training business. She lives in northern New Jersey with her husband Izzy, son Jason, rescue dog Sierra, and many of Sierra’s canine friends that come to stay on vacation when their parents travel.

Keywords – Dogs, Dog Training, Dog Behavior, Dog Safety, Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs, Positive Reinforcement

The ebook version of Dogs Are People Too: The Practical Guide to Understanding and Training Your Dog (because you’re more alike than you think!) ISBN 9781622879991, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 84 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901855, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

Media Contact:
Mary Jean Alsina
+1(941)921-2607
thecaninecurellc@gmail.com

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New Memoir ‘Riches, Loss and Redemption: One Woman’s Journey’ Offers a Powerful Message About Inner Fulfillment and Profound Love

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In her sequel to ‘Martha Ruth, Preacher’s Daughter’ Marti Eicholz shares her ongoing journey and unrelenting search for self-acceptance and within her own heart and soul.

San Diego, CA, USA — Marti Eicholz’s second memoir, ‘Riches, Loss and Redemption: One Woman’s Journey,’ is a compelling, stand-alone sequel that combines subtle poignancy with stark, difficult truths and a sense of self-awareness that is brutally honest as she reveals the details of her life after finding love and moving to California from her home state of Indiana.

Once settled on the west coast, Eicholz and her new husband begin their life together. Eicholz finds herself navigating unfamiliar territory but slowly acclimates to what on the surface appears to be a charmed life. She immerses herself in her upscale community in the San Francisco Bay Area, organizes and hosts posh parties and high-society events, and mingles with celebrities and entertainers. Eicholz and her husband acquire several homes, travel the world, join the country club, donate to charities and enjoy a luxurious lifestyle. But even as she savors her first-class experiences, Eicholz is always aware that she has become disconnected from her purpose, and that she may have lost her way amid the excitement of living life large.

The eventual and unexpected loss of all of their assets becomes a turning point in Eicholz’s life, a turning point that perhaps she was always moving towards. “Each experience and stage of my life was a unique gift,” explains Eicholz. “I learned that my responsibility was to value each one of these gifts and to protect them from attempts to suppress their contribution.”

Motivated by the necessity to examine her own experiences and to help others on their journey, Eicholz provides a valuable narrative (in the same strong, pure voice as her previous memoir) about the powerful and transformative process of introspection. Her book is filled with joy, sorrow, success, self-doubt, love, fear, compassion and a deep and palpable gratitude for the preciousness of her life and the steadfast love between her and her husband.

“Every step of my lifetime journey was equally significant and necessary for my growth towards healthy living,” says Eicholz. “By sharing my story, others may be given insights that would give clarity to their own journey.”

‘Riches, Loss and Redemption: One Woman’s Journey’ is published in ebook format by eBookIt.com and is now available at popular online retailers including Amazon.com, Barnesandnoble.com, and Apple’s iBookstore.

Marti Eicholz is available for interviews.

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Marti Eicholz
858-558-5951
meicholz@earthlink.net

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FED Publishing Releases New Book, “The Berghof Betrayal, a Winston Churchill 1930s Thriller” by Michael McMenamin & Patrick McMenamin

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The Berghof Betrayal, a Winston Churchill 1930s Thriller, by Michael McMenamin & Patrick McMenamin, continues their award-winning Winston Churchill Thriller series with a new action packed story of conspiracy and intrigue involving a fake Nazi plot to assassinate Hitler.

Cleveland, OH, USA — Michael McMenamin & Patrick McMenamin’s The Berghof Betrayal, a Winston Churchill 1930s Thriller was inspired by an actual diary entry of German diplomat and publisher Count Harry Kessler in early 1933, shortly after Hitler took power:

“Weiland Herzfelde has absolutely reliable information that the Nazis plan a fake attempt on Hitler’s life which is to be the signal for a general massacre. The sources of his information are the SA in Dortmund and a tapped telephone conversation between Hitler and Röhm.”

This fake assassination attempt will allow the Nazis to declare martial law and liquidate their political opponents. Unknown to Hitler, however, his enemies within the Nazi party-the Black Front-are conspiring with renegade elements of his own SS to turn the fake assassination attempt into a real one.

Churchill learns of the fake plot and persuades Mattie McGary, William Randolph Hearst’s top photojournalist and Churchill’s adventure-seeking Scottish god-daughter, to investigate. McGary meets up in Germany with her fiancé, American lawyer and former MID agent Bourke Cockran, Jr., who is trying to acquire the rights to Rear Area Pig, a book exposing Hitler’s less-than-heroic wartime service. Mattie and Cockran attempt to stay one step ahead of the SS loyal to Hitler who will stop at nothing to keep Cockran from acquiring the book and Mattie from learning the truth about the fake plot.

Michael and Patrick are the co-authors of the award-winning 1930s era “Winston Churchill Thriller” series. The first three books in the series-The DeValera Deception ,The Parsifal Pursuit and The Gemini Agenda-all were named Grand Prize Winners for Fiction by the Next Generation Indie Book Awards and Book of the Year for Thriller/Suspense and Historical Fiction by ForeWord Reviews.

Keywords – Churchill, Hitler, Göring, Roosevelt, Plot, Assassination, Nazi, Conspiracy, Zeppelin, Autogiro

The ebook version of The Berghof Betrayal, a Winston Churchill 1930s Thriller ISBN 9781506901619, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 440 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901596 and hardcopy ISBN 9781506901602, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

Media Contact:
Michael McMenamin
+1(941)921-2607
wsc_mcmenamin13@yahoo.com

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Love and Madness Partners with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to Launch Jewelry Collections Celebrating DC Super Heroes

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Love and Madness has announced that they will partner with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, to design a series of jewelry collections inspired by DCs’ iconic Super Heroes, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, and Supergirl.

New York, NY, June 23, 2016 – Love and Madness has announced that they will partner with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, to design a series of jewelry collections inspired by DCs’ iconic Super Heroes, Wonder Woman, Batgirl, and Supergirl.

Love and Madness, founded by industry veteran Heather McAvoy, has become widely recognized for its ability to merge pop culture and trend through an assortment of accessories that speak to both the geek girl and the fashion girl, alike.

“As a brand that emphasizes a passion for nostalgia and pop culture, there could not be a more perfect fit for Love and Madness. It is the unique opportunity and vision to merge the needs of both fan girl and fashion girl that drives and inspires us on a daily basis. This partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products enables us to explore new ways to marry the past, present and future through jewelry that speaks to all, taking licensing to an entirely new level,” explains McAvoy.

The empowered, female-run brand, which strives to connect women with their inner strength and influence through the stories told by compelling accessories, will kick off this new licensing partnership with a collection centered around Wonder Woman, honoring the 75th anniversary of the beloved Super Hero.

Rich colors and materials will merge with nostalgic symbols in an assortment of jewelry that exemplifies the Super Hero’s commanding qualities through modern design. The collection will include a tailored variation of the brand’s recently released piece entitled “The Crawl.” In response to the astounding attention garnered by this design, which quickly became a signature for the brand, the wrap will present words and phrases that embody Wonder Woman and all that she is. The style will be further carried throughout the partnership’s various collaborations, continuously evolving to represent each of the iconic characters.

The collections, beginning with the launch of Wonder Woman for Holiday 2016, will be available at a broad range of high-end boutiques and department stores worldwide. For additional details, please visit theloveandmadness.com.

About Love and Madness
Love and Madness merges pop culture and trend through an exciting assortment of jewelry and accessories. The female-run brand is constantly seeking to inspire and innovate through the evolution of both product and partnerships, providing cutting edge design and quality that is accessible to all women. Keep up with the brand at www.theloveandmadness.com and on social @theloveandmadness.

About Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

About DC Entertainment
DC Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC (Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash, etc.), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables, etc.) and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating across Warner Bros. and Time Warner. DC Entertainment works in concert with many key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics in the world.

WONDER WOMAN, BATGIRL, SUPERGIRL and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC Comics. (s16)

HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s16)

For Press Inquiries: Malorie Kaye, Cameo PR, 732-598-2236, malorie@cameopr.com

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Cameo PR
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FED Publishing Releases New Book, “4 Essential Steps of Big-Hearted Change For Our New World Rising” by Marcia West

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4 Essential Steps of Big-Hearted Change For Our New World Rising, by Marcia West, shows how to use the problems, changes, and decisions of your life to support your growth, bring forth your truest self, and live from your heart.

Chicago, IL, USA — Marcia West’s 4 Essential Steps of Big-Hearted Change For Our New World Rising is a guidebook for change that serves the highest good of all involved. The process and tools are appropriate for individuals, families, organizations, communities, countries, and the world at large. A new approach to change is offered that originates in the heart. It works because it comes from love and a consciousness far beyond that of the mind alone.

Logic is a wonderful thing. But logic is not a workable foundation for change that truly makes a difference. We are moving into the unknown. Logic will not take us there. In fact, the mind cannot lead us in this endeavor. It doesn’t know the way. We must allow our hearts to guide us. 4 Essential Steps of Big-Hearted Change shows you how. ~Marcia West

Author Marcia West, Founder of Bridges of Unity, is a pioneer and leader in the field of unity consciousness. A visionary by nature, and former teacher and engineer by trade and education, Marcia translates her inspired awareness of love-based systems of unity into practical processes and tools for daily life. A gifted speaker whose core essence is unity, Marcia’s passion and focus is to bring understanding and the experience of unity into our earthly lives. You may contact her through her website: http://www.bridgesofunity.com.

Keywords – Change, Conscious Change, Love, Process, Unity, Consciousness, Heartfelt, Truth, Spiritual, Highest Good, New World

The ebook version of 4 Essential Steps of Big-Hearted Change For Our New World Rising ISBN 9781506901992, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 64 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901985, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to select booksellers.

Media Contact:
Marcia West
+1(941)921-2607
marcia.phillips@sbcglobal.net

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Kirk DeWindt Personal Training Expands Services and Grows Fitness Team

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Kirk DeWindt Personal Training is now providing obstacle course race personal training in Robinsdale, MN.

Robinsdale, MN, USA — Kirk DeWindt Personal Training (KDPT), a personal training company based out of Robinsdale, MN, is expanding its services to include preparation for obstacle course racing. Focused on agility, speed, and endurance, the premier fitness training services help individuals hone the skills necessary to perform at a high level in obstacle races. To meet the increased demand for obstacle course race training, KDPT (http://www.kirk-dewindt.com) is growing their team with the hiring of an additional personal trainer. The new trainer will offer a wide range of personal training specialties and be available for sessions in early June.

Over the last decade, obstacle course racing has exploded in popularity throughout the country garnering more popularity than marathons in recent years according to USA Today. An accomplished obstacle course racer in his own right, DeWindt noticed the lack of obstacle course race training services currently available and saw an opportunity to help people achieve their goals.

“Obstacle course racing is all about challenging yourself to become better,” said DeWindt, owner of Kirk DeWindt Personal Training. “Through these personal training sessions, I strive to not only help people perform better in races, but also discover a strength inside of them they didn’t realize was there.”

KDPT’s obstacle course race training sessions specifically target agility, speed and endurance. Sessions are structured to combine these different fitness aspects and gradually increase in intensity to continuously challenge and grow a client’s ability level.

To support the Minneapolis personal trainer’s growing client base, DeWindt has hired an additional trainer, Travis Eisenbraun. This team expansion will allow KDPT to offer even more specialized personal training options for obstacle course racing and beyond.

“Travis specializes in helping clients meet their strength building and fat loss goals,” said DeWindt. “His positive attitude is contagious and he has an undeniable passion for fitness.”

About Kirk DeWindt Personal Training
Kirk DeWindt founded his personal training company in 2010 with the goal of helping individuals reach their fitness and nutrition goals. Partnering with Lions Gym in Robinsdale, MN, Dewindt provides professional personal training services for individuals at any fitness or ability level. An accomplished athlete and nutritionist, DeWindt enjoys participating obstacle course races and is currently working to qualify for the Spartan World Championships.

Media Contact:
Kirk DeWindt
Kirk DeWindt Personal Training
4123 W. Broadway Ave.,
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
612-964-6120
kirk.dewindt@gmail.com

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First Edition Design Publishing Releases New Book, “Chicken Salad and Ghosts” by Melanie Spycher

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Chicken Salad and Ghosts, by Melanie Spycher, tells us a ghost story filled with ghostly encounters of a positively playful and prank filled kind.

Tampa, FL, USA — Melanie Spycher’s Chicken Salad and Ghosts is partially an autobiography and part female mystery adaptation. But first, let me introduce myself: I am Nonni in this book. As I am writing this, I can hardly believe it’s been over thirty years since the depicted events took place. You may not believe in ghosts, and I am not documenting these experiences to convince you. I’m simply writing this book because, when reflecting on these memories in my life, thought they were worth sharing with others, both believers and nonbelievers.

Back in the seventies I owned a shop in the basement of a three-story, early 1900s house for three years. Though the area was quite small, I managed to keep it well stocked with hand crafted items representing over one hundred consignors. Above my business was the two-story house that functioned as an antique store. As the strange events began taking place, and then increased in frequency, Cookie, who owned the antique store, and I assumed that someone was playing pranks on us. What other explanation could there be? But that was until we began sharing our experiences with other shop owners and found that they, too, had stories to share.

Melanie Spycher was a nurse for thirty years, but ventured down a different path in 1976 when hearing a small consignment shop was for sale. While she expected some challenges in the new business environment, she never anticipated that ghosts would be amongst them. Though Melanie’s time as a small business owner was brief, the playful antics of a resident ghost changed her life forever.

Keywords – Women’s Mystery, Supernatural, Ghosts, Paranormal, Chicken Salad, Friends

The ebook version of Chicken Salad and Ghosts ISBN 9781506901367, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 232 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901831, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

Media Contact:
Melanie Spycher
+1(941)921-2607
melaniespycher620@gmail.com