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First Edition Design Publishing Releases New Book, “The Backward Flying Angel” by Jim Sparr

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The Backward Flying Angel, by Jim Sparr, is an easy reading, introspective journey through five generations of a contemporary Western family.

Denver, CO, USA — Jim Sparr’s The Backward Flying Angel gives the reader examples that demonstrate how experiences, family, institutions of education and religion shape our view of life. And how sometimes it all seems to come together and make sense in one beautiful moment.

I was so fixated on beauty, I couldn’t see the truth. I should’ve known that it takes an open mind and a pure heart to get closer to the truth.

Join the author as he intertwines five living generations, their different approaches to parenting while reflecting on himself as a grandparent, parent and child as his family travels to and on vacation in Colorado. Sparr deals with subjects such as communicating, discipline, comedy and tragedy, patience, temper, bad language, love and bonding. Finally, great-grandson Carter tells his part of the backward flying angel story from his fifth generation perspective.

Author Jim Sparr holds a B.A. in education, English major, Masters of Urban Affairs (MUA) from Wichita State University. He was Fire Chief for Wichita, Kansas and Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Jim also owned and operated a consulting company specializing in fire, police, EMS, and emergency management. (http://www.jimsparr.com)

Keywords – Communication, Discipline, Comedy, Tragedy, Patience, Temper, Bad Language, Love, Bonding

The ebook version of The Backward Flying Angel ISBN 9781506902135, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 104 page print book version, ISBN 9781506902128 and hardcopy ISBN 9781506902111, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

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kjrlaguna@gmail.com

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UglyDeck.Com Announces Investment Opportunity with a New Outdoor Deck

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UglyDeck.com helps homeowners find smart ways to improve their home and get a nice return on their investment.

Burnsville, MN, USA — Homeowners looking to renovate or increase the value of their home face many options on how to do so. While some DIY or renovation projects might seem like a worthwhile investment, there are others that will not recoup their value on resale as you might hope. For instance, remodeling a bathroom is something that would appeal to future homeowners if you’re looking to resell your house in the future. And though a bathroom remodel will increase a home’s value, it won’t equate to the amount of money invested. In fact, some projects like a bathroom renovation, a new front door, or a custom-built closet may only recoup a little over 50% of their value when reselling a house.

There are tactics for investing in upgrades that result in smart returns on investment, such as building an outdoor deck. Adding a deck to an outdoor space increases livable space and square footage for a home at a much smaller cost per square foot than indoor house additions. According to the National Association of Home Builders, the national average for building a typical two-story, 2,000 square foot house is around $85 per square foot. Comparing that to the cost to build a deck at around $35 per square foot, it’s easy to see how a deck addition is a smart investment.

Not only is building decks a smart way to improve a home for future resale, it’s also a way for current homeowners to enjoy their house as well. Choosing the right outdoor decking material, such as UglyDeck.com’s maintenance free decking material, will not only be a durable and hassle-free choice now, but something that will appeal to future buyers too.

If there’s an existing deck in need of a repair or cosmetic upgrade, the deck builders at UglyDeck.com can help find decorative railings, an outdoor spiral staircase, or deck refinishing options to help turn the deck into a focal selling point of the home. In the UglyDeck.com showroom, customers can see firsthand the different options they have available to them for their deck and can work with UglyDeck.com to find the perfect solution for their home and budget.

Contact UglyDeck.com to request a quote or to get started on your deck today.

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 Guidance and Insights for Photographers This Summer

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GiftWorksPlus provides ideas on how to make photos even better, and suggests putting those photos to use by placing favorites in their custom picture frames.

Waukesha, WI, USA — Instead of just taking pictures on a phone and never doing much with them, GiftWorksPlus encourages people to try their hand at the art of photography. Whether it’s with an expensive camera, an inexpensive one, or even a phone, there are some simple tips to help improve photography skills and make pictures worth printing and displaying.

First, always remember that less is more. Simple compositions take away other distractions and let the main part of what you’re trying to capture become the focal point. Focus on what made you take your camera out in the first place and keep everything else out of the shot. Zooming in, trying a different angle, or simply turning your camera from a horizontal landscape to a vertical portrait might help simplify the image.

Getting some perspective in photos, especially landscape photos, is helpful too. Including a person into a landscape shot not only can create a focal point for the image, but can give an idea of the scale of the landscape and orients the viewer to what they’re looking at in the photo. If you’re unsure if adding a person to the shot will make it better or not, simply take two versions – one with a person in the photo, and one of the landscape on its own.

Patience is another difference-maker that can turn a good photo into a great one. Whether it’s waiting for the sun to set a little bit lower or waiting for a bird to fly by a shot, taking the time to wait for the right shot will be worth it.

Once you get that perfect shot, don’t just let it sit on a memory chip or on your phone – make sure to frame your photo with an engraved frame from GiftWorksPlus. GiftWorksPlus has hundreds of wooden frames that will perfectly highlight your favorite photos from vacations or family get-togethers. These unique picture frames come in portrait or landscape orientation and in several sizes, so you’re sure to find a frame that will complement your photo. A custom picture frame is also a great personalized gift idea for friends and family. Make sure to check out the selection of picture frames from GiftWorksPlus today.

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 Book Release – Major Wager: The Pure Round of Golf Jack Challenged Tiger To, by Colin Koenig

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Author Colin Koenig announces the release of his second book, “Major Wager: The Pure Round of Golf Jack Challenged Tiger To” is now available through Amazon.com.

Bridgeport, CT, USA — It’s 1997 and golf legend Jack Nicklaus watched the riveting new star, Tiger Woods, destroy the competition at the Masters. When Woods declares his goal is to beat Nicklaus’ 18 major golf titles, that gets Nicklaus wondering. Does the kid have what it takes?

What if Jack Nicklaus challenged Tiger Woods to a totally private round of golf? Just the two of them?

Following this exciting premise, author Colin Koenig crafted together a fictional match between golf’s greats that carries an 18-hole round of golf through an entire book. Major Wager (The Pure Round of Golf Jack challenged Tiger To) is that tale, and is now available through Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/Major-Wager-Round-Challenged-Tiger/dp/1518748562/182-6638860-8750045).

Nicklaus wants to play the round at Augusta National, home of The Masters. But can he arrange it? What about keeping a low profile? Would they not use their caddies, and even carry their own golf clubs? And not tell their families? It would be just them—-two men meeting to play a round of golf…but it turns into so much more.

With witty dialogue and vivid imagery, Koenig creates a round of golf that will never be forgotten. Taking into account the age difference and the character of each man, he brings their personalities to life on the course. With human touches: “Tiger took off his cap, which was drenched with sweat. He wanted a new one,” and inside glimpses into their minds: “(Jack) was beginning to feel a bit nervous about what he was going to propose to Tiger, and the fear of rejection was something Jack Nicklaus was unaccustomed to.” The book reads like a Sports Illustrated story.

The story answers questions every golf enthusiast has probably asked:
• What would happen if the two pros golfed one-on-one?
• What would they talk about?
• What’s going on inside their heads as they play?
• Stripped of their entourage and away from the public intrusion of the cameras, can these legends of golf play a round like two normal guys?

A long-time sports enthusiast, Koenig reveals what he thinks the answers to those questions are in a fast-paced narrative that will keep readers turning pages. It’s definitely a match that would have made history, had anyone known about it. One reviewer, Grady Harp, a Top 100 Amazon Reviewer, said this about the book. “Colin supplies a jet-propelled adventure on a golf course that reads so well that it vies with any mystery or thriller on the shelf.”

Major Wager: The Pure Round of Golf Jack Challenged Tiger To (ISBN 978-1518748561, 2015, CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. Paperback $9.75, 140 pages. Kindle $6.50. Available on Amazon.)

About Colin Koenig
Colin Koenig was born in Bridgeport, CT. He later spent time in Pennsylvania training Standardbred race horses. Koenig drives a delivery truck which allowed him to conjure up dialogue every time he passed a golf course. This is his second book.

Media Contact: For a review copy of “Major Wager: The Pure Round of Golf Jack Challenged Tiger To” or to arrange an interview with Colin Koenig, contact Scott Lorenz of Westwind Communications Book Marketing at scottlorenz@westwindcos.com or by phone at 734-667-2090. Website: http://www.book-marketing-expert.com. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/abookpublicist.

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Scott Lorenz
Westwind Communications Book Marketing
1310 Maple St.
Plymouth, MI 48170
734-667-2090
scottlorenz@westwindcos.com
http://www.book-marketing-expert.com

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UglyDeck.com Announces the Top Deck Design Trends for 2016

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The Minnesota deck builders at UglyDeck.com have released their annual list of the top deck design trends for 2016.

Burnsville, MN, USA — UglyDeck.com, a Minnesota deck building company, has announced their annual list of top deck design trends for summer 2016. The list is composed of design features that the deck builders report have increased in popularity over the previous year. These trends include everything from decking accessories to new colors of decking materials. The goal of this list is to help homeowners find inspiration for their own deck design when building a deck or refinishing a deck in the coming months.

As leading deck builders in Minnesota, the deck contractors at UglyDeck.com are constantly searching for the next big thing in decks and decking accessories. Each year, they compile the most popular (and most unique) trends for the upcoming outdoor deck season. The top three items from this year’s list include:

• Composite Decking Material: Over the last few years, composite decking and maintenance free decking materials have exploded in popularity. These decking materials don’t require staining and their maintenance costs are much lower than a standard wooden deck.

• Multi-Level Decks: Different than multi-story decks, multi-level decks feature a contemporary design that creates a natural separation of entertaining spaces. A raised dining space or sunken hot tub area are great ways to incorporate multiple levels in a deck design.

• Two-Toned Designs: Gone are the days when decks were only stained a single color. Incorporate complimentary colors in decking material or decking accessories. Matching lighter-colored deck railings with darker decking boards is an easy way to create a unique deck design with color.

To see the full list of top decking trends for 2016, visit the deck building company’s website at http://www.uglydeck.com.

Those interested in learning more about UglyDeck.com’s deck building services or maintenance free decking materials, contact the deck building company at 952-763-3308 or info@uglydeck.com. Customers are encouraged to meet the UglyDeck.com team in person by visiting their deck building showroom in Burnsville, MN.

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

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GiftWorksPlus Announces Consumer Gift Buying Habits for Mother’s Day

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GiftWorksPlus offers unique and memorable customized wooden frames for this Mother’s Day.

Waukesha, WI, USA — Go get her flowers, cards, and chocolate. Its something everyone hears prior to Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day once again was recognized and celebrated for the special women in our lives and in appreciation for all they do. GiftWorksPlus (http://www.giftworksplus.com) identified the key to finding the perfect gift for the loving and nurturing women in your life. The personalized gift company’s line of custom engraved photo frames is the perfect gift for any mom on any holiday.

Currently, the United States has 85.4 million mothers accounting for $20.7 billion dollars spent on Mother’s Day each year. While many gift options are purchased, flowers and cards remain a staple in the celebration of motherhood. It’s estimated that $1.9 billion dollars were spent on flowers and $671 million dollars were spent on cards this past Mother’s Day. With so many gift options available, the average American consumer spent approximately $168.94 on mom for Mother’s Day. The evolution of technology has had its effect on Mother’s Day as well. 28.5% of Mother’s Day gifts are now bought online but recent studies have shown that “something homemade” is the number one gift mom wants to receive on Mother’s Day.

GiftWorksPlus’s custom engraved photo frames are a great way to showcase appreciation and love for a mother. GiftWorksPlus’s custom wooden frames are the perfect blend of homemade and quality that moms will cherish for years to come. With multiple customized frames and free personalization, you are sure to find the perfect gift at GiftWorksPlus. Browse hundreds of unique, personalized gift ideas and engraved wooden frames at the company’s online store.

Whether framing that family vacation picture or simply looking for something special to give her this year, GiftWorkPlus’s large selection of wooden picture frames ensures the perfect custom gift for mom.

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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UglyDeck.com Discovers Beautiful Ways to Incorporate Plants into a Deck Design

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UglyDeck.com provides inspiration for homeowners looking to incorporate garden areas into a deck design.

Burnsville, MN, USA — Summer is right around the corner and deck season is almost here. Summertime means grilling out and family lunches on the deck. Outdoor decks will be receiving plenty of attention in the near future. The Minneapolis deck builders at UglyDeck.com are offering unique inspiration for incorporating garden areas into outdoor deck designs that will enhance a deck’s appeal this season without purchasing decking materials.

Early spring is the ideal time for homeowners to decide how they want to spice their deck up. Incorporating gardens into a deck design serves as a new and beneficial way to enhance your deck. UglyDeck.com provides 12 different approaches and services for using plants to enhance a deck’s appearance:

1. Framing Your Entrance
2. Personal Design Scheme
3. Creative Containers
4. Plant Requirements
5. Incorporating Shrubs
6. Scented Plants
7. Beautiful Planting
8. Container Gardening
9. Colorful Containers
10. Metal
11. Aquatic Plants
12. Urban Roof Garden

Whether a homeowner is looking to start a full deck restoration project or simply looking to spice up their deck design, incorporating garden areas will improve the appeal, and flow of any outdoor deck. UglyDeck.com works with customers to help them get the outdoor deck of they’ve always wanted. The team also helps DIYers build a deck with maintenance free decking materials and exclusive deck designs. The UglyDeck.com showroom in Burnsville, MN provides customers with examples of what they might be looking for in a deck and the opportunity to meet the deck builders in person.

Now is the time to decide on what you want your deck to look like. Summer is fast approaching and at UglyDeck.com we want nothing but for you to have the best deck experience this summer possible.

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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FED Publishing Releases New Book, “Mary Fields aka Stagecoach Mary” by Erich Martin Hicks

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Mary Fields aka Stagecoach Mary, by Erich Martin Hicks, was a cigar smoking, shotgun and pistol toting Negro Woman of the Wild West, who could knock out any man with one punch. A piece of historical fiction that is a must read.

Woodland Hills, CA, USA — “A fantastic novel, of a great American heroine’s life.” 5 Star Review – Tariano (Tito) Jackson, The Jackson 5

Erich Martin Hicks’s Mary Fields aka Stagecoach Mary is unlike any other story you’ve read about Mary Fields. This fictionalized story has been dramatically enhanced for your entertainment pleasures; however, ‘most’ of the stories–and the outcomes within this novel–are historically genuine.

Mary was 6 feet tall, and weighed over 200 pounds, and was the second woman in ‘history’ to carry the U. S. Mail, and the only ‘Negro’, for hundreds and hundreds of miles when she first arrived in Montana.

This feature story covers Mary’s colorful life, from the plantation where she was born a slave in 1832, to the famous Steamboat race between the “Robert E. Lee” and the “Natchez” on the Mississippi River, to her death in Cascade, Montana, 1914.

Dedicated to exploring the history of African-Americans/Blacks and shattering stereotypes, Erich Hick’s Alpha Wolf Productions, Inc. has developed a feature film documentary, Soul on a Wave which exposes the life and times of surfers of color. Erich’s first novel, Rescue at Pine Ridge, was released in December 2008. The novel is a historical narrative, depicting the all-Black 9th Calvary. Known as the US military’s famed ‘Buffalo Soldiers’, which helped settle the American West in the late 1800’s. Erich has completed an accompanying screenplay for a TV mini-series, Trilogy, and Epic Feature, and has garnered support from some of HOLLYWOOD’S acclaimed Industry Producers/Directors/and Actors.

Amazon 5 Stars – The author did a tremendous job in getting facts about her life. This no doubt needs to be made into a movie or a mini-series. This book also should be placed in the educational system so history can be told how times were during slavery and post slavery.

Amazon 5 Stars – A story of a real, amazing woman who was the first Black woman to work for the U.S. Postal Service following the Civil War. The author takes us back to Mary’s childhood as a slave, and builds the story of how she overcame violent reactions to her color and size, and how so many came to love and respect her. It is a fascinating read.

Visit Amazon and GoodReads for additional reviews!

Please visit the webpage for more information at: http://www.alphawolfprods.com and for a comprehensive resume at http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0902436

Genre – Mary Fields, Mail, African American, Black History, Montana, Stagecoach, Outlaws, Cowboys, Postal System, Historical, 1914, 1832

The ebook version of Mary Fields aka Stagecoach Mary Book ISBN 9781506901022, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 202 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901015 and Hard Copy 9781506901657 are published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

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Erich Martin Hicks
+1(941)921-2607
awprods@mac.com

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Glidden Limousine Announces Honeymoon Limo Services to Minneapolis Airport

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Glidden Limousine, a Minneapolis limousine company, announces the debut of its exclusive honeymoon limo services to and from the Minneapolis airport.

Minneapolis, MN, USA — Glidden Limousine, a Twin Cities limousine company, has announced the debut of an exclusive honeymoon airport limo service. The service features limo transportation to and from the Minneapolis airport as well as the coordination of destination airport black car service. Glidden’s honeymoon airport limo packages are currently available in the company’s standard service area of greater Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Glidden Limousine’s honeymoon airport limo service provides black car transportation to the Minneapolis airport for newlyweds. Riding in a black car limo allows couples to relax and focus on their vacation instead of dealing with the costly hassles of driving to and from the airport. The Minneapolis limo company’s exclusive honeymoon airport limo services also include:

• Complimentary flight tracking and traffic monitoring to ensure on-time pickup and drop off
• A comfortable private atmosphere in the backseat of a luxury stretch limousine
• Beverages available upon request to help pass the time

As part of their honeymoon airport limo service, Glidden Limousine will coordinate airport black car services at a couple’s destination. Drawing on their extensive network of professional limo companies throughout the country, Glidden will arrange airport black car limo services at most of the major U.S. airports. To streamline the process, Glidden will handle all the billing as well to make paying for multiple airport limo services as convenient as possible.

“Our honeymoon airport limo services are simply the most romantic way to start and end a honeymoon vacation,” said Keith Glidden, owner of Glidden Limousine. “This airport black car service is also the perfect idea for those searching for a unique gift this wedding season.”

The Minneapolis limo company encourages those interested in their exclusive honeymoon airport limo service to visit their website at http://www.limomn.com or contact them directly at (612) 296-1947.

Media Contact:
Keith Glidden, Owner
Glidden Limousine
901 Ladybird Lane
Burnsville, MN 55337
(612) 296-1947
info@limomn.com
http://www.limomn.com

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FED Publishing Releases New Book, “Cole’s Perfect Puppy, Perfect Puppies Book One” by Frances Crossno

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Cole’s Perfect Puppy, Perfect Puppies Book One, by Frances Crossno, is an adorable early chapter book with ups and downs and a happy ending.

Plano, TX, USA — Frances Crossno’s Cole’s Perfect Puppy, Perfect Puppies Book One is a Christian novel intended for young readers who love animals, especially dogs. The story revolves around Cole, his younger brother Caleb, and their new-found friend Rachel who teaches the brothers about friendship, sacrifice, and God’s perfect love. 5 Star Reviews!

I found this to be a great story for early chapter book readers. Cole wants a puppy and has the opportunity to work for one that he has fallen in love with at the mall’s Dog House store. But it’s just not that simple. Both boys and girls will fall in love with Cole, Caleb, Dandy and Scarlet and will look forward to a sequence. Christian values, family, and perseverance are all expressed through this tale. ~Angel Drew – Goodreads

Ms. Crossno is originally from the “piney woods” of East Texas. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Stephen F. Austin State University, in Biology, with a minor in Computer Science. She has worked in information technology for over 30 years. She recently retired from Texas Instruments, and now works for the American Heart Association. Her goal in writing is to share her Christian faith – and love of God’s creatures, especially dogs. She lives in the Dallas area with her husband Bill, and her two golden retrievers “Beautiful Bear” and “Lad of Lochinvar” otherwise known as “Laddie”.

Genre – Puppy, Dog, Children, Christian, Christmas, Golden, Retriever, Pre-Teen, Puppies, Dogs

The ebook version of Cole’s Perfect Puppy, Perfect Puppies Book One ISBN 9781506901695, published by First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), is available on-line wherever ebooks are sold. The 98 page print book version, ISBN 9781506901688, is published by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed worldwide to online booksellers.

Media Contact:
Frances Crossno
+1(941)921-2607
frances.crossno@gmail.com