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First Edition Design Publishing Signs Best-Selling Author David J. Darling

Darling expands to potential audience of 2 billion readers through First Edition Design Publishing’s world-wide eBook distribution.

Sarasota, FL, USA – (August 8, 2012) — World renowned best-selling British astronomer and science author David J. Darling, Ph.D., has signed with First Edition Design Publishing. Darling was previously published by Hyperion, Delacorte, Harper Collins, Random House and Wiley.

David Darling is the author of more than 40 titles including narrative science titles: Megacatastrophes!, We Are Not Alone, Gravity’s Arc, Equations of Eternity, a New York Times Notable Book, and Deep Time. He is also the author of the bestseller–The Universal Book of Mathematics: From Abracadabra to Zeno’s Paradoxes. Darling’s other titles include The Universal Book of Astronomy, and The Complete Book of Spaceflight, as well as more than 30 children’s books. His articles and reviews have appeared in Astronomy, Omni, Penthouse, New Scientist, the New York Times, and the Guardian, among others.

Darling’s revised works, with new cover art created by First Edition Design Publishing, will now be published in eBook format by First Edition Design Publishing and distributed world-wide.

“I’m delighted that some of my favorite books, including Soul Search, Zen Physics, and Equations and Eternity, are to be made available in digital form,” Darling said. “These titles, which explore everything from the origin of the universe to the nature of life, death, and mind, will now be able to reach a new, wider audience.”

Darling served as manager of applications software for the supercomputer company Cray Research in Minneapolis, US for several years, and it was during this time that his two children were born. While at Cray he wrote in his spare time for Astronomy magazine. In 1982 he decided to take the plunge into full-time freelance writing, which has been his occupation ever since, interspersed with lectures, school talks, and travel. He and his family moved back to England (Cumbria) around the time of his career change, spent the next 16 years there, returned to the US in 1999, and re-emigrated again to the UK in 2004. He now lives in Dundee, Scotland.

About First Edition Design Publishing
First Edition Design Publishing is the world’s largest eBook and POD (Print On Demand) book distributor. Ranked first in the industry, First Edition Design Publishing converts and formats manuscripts for every type of platform (e-reader). They submit Fiction, Non-Fiction, Academic and Children’s Books to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, and over 100,000 additional on-line locations including retailers, libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company’s POD division creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. First Edition Design Publishing is a licensed and approved Aggregator and holds licenses with Apple and Microsoft. Visit: http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com.

Media Contact:
Tom Gahan
Director of Marketing
First Edition Design Publishing
PO Box 20217, Sarasota FL 34276
631-369-0063
tgahan@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com

First Edition Design Publishing Received First Place Honors In Study of eBook and POD Publishers

World’s largest ebook distributor racked up highest marks in every category including customer satisfaction, royalty rates, technical ability, services and overall recommendation.

Sarasota, FL, USA – June 7, 2012 — First Edition Design Publishing scored the highest in a comparative survey of ten top POD (Print On Demand) and eBook publishers. The independent study, using subjective and objective methods, analyzed: pricing, royalty pay-out rates, publisher’s websites, length of time in business, help available to authors, response time to inquiries, the ability to reach someone by phone, marketing services, customer base, turn-around time, file submission requirements, range of distribution, and other areas.

“News of the report came to us during the week of Book Expo America in New York,” said Tom Gahan, Director of Marketing for First Edition Design Publishing. “The timing is curious. We’re not sure if the survey was done to coincide with Book Expo (America). Nonetheless, we’ve checked their findings. The facts are spot on.”

The study, posted on-line at http://www.publisherrank.com, was researched and compiled by the PMG Associates, an independent research firm.

First Edition Design Publishing’s CEO, Deborah E. Gordon said in response of the Publisher’s Rank study, “To provide our clients with the best service possible. To offer choices, listen to our client’s needs, and offer solutions that work–that is the principle the company was founded on and it is something we take very seriously. I believe that is what keeps us at the forefront of the game. I am very proud to say that our entire organization takes those words to heart and acts upon them accordingly.”

First Edition Design Publishing, based in Sarasota, Florida, USA leads the industry in eBook distribution. They convert, format and submit eBooks to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, scores of additional on-line retailers and libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD (Print On Demand) division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network. The Company is a licensed Apple Developer and a Microsoft Solution Provider.

Media Contact:
Tom Gahan
First Edition Design Publishing
PO Box 20217, Sarasota FL 34276
631-369-0063
tgahan@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com

Digital Assets Help eBook Distributor Become Global Leader

First Edition Design Publishing continues expansion of their worldwide distribution list.

Sarasota, FL, USA – May 2, 2012 — “First Edition Design Publishing’s background as licensed Apple Developers and Microsoft Solution Providers, as well as our extensive technical digital assets, puts us in a perfect position as the leading Master Distributors for eBooks. We are unequaled in the number of distribution points that we submit books to and the speed in which we can do it. We are at well over 100,000 distribution points reaching over 100 countries,” First Edition Design Publishing’s CEO, Deborah E. Gordon said. “Efficiency is crucial and that is just one of our strong points.”

This week Ms. Gordon’s company added MBS Books, Textbooks.com, Feedbooks, OnlineBookPlace, SmartEbook.com, Starland Books and Eguidebooks to their distribution list along with three more Christian book outlets, Mardel, Parable, and Berean. They also further expanded eBook distribution in, Japan, Australia, Canada, Germany, France, Italy and Spain through Google Play.

First Edition Design Publishing (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), based in Sarasota, Florida, USA leads the industry in eBook distribution. They convert, format and submit eBooks to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, EBSCO, scores of additional on-line retailers and libraries, schools, colleges and universities. The company also has a POD (Print On Demand) division, which creates printed books and makes them available worldwide through their distribution network.

Media Contact:
Tom Gahan
First Edition Design Publishing
PO Box 20217, Sarasota FL 34276
631-369-0063
tgahan@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com

FEDEP teams with EBSCO

First Edition Design eBook Publishing now submits fiction, non-fiction, academic and poetry eBooks to EBSCO.

Sarasota, FL, USA – February 23, 2012 — In addition to its unequaled array of ebook distribution points http://www.firsteditiondesignebooks.com/html/distributionchannels.html, FEDEP (First Edition Design eBook Publishing) will now also submit eBooks, including fiction, non-fiction, academic and poetry to EBSCO (Elton B. Stephens Company).

“We are honored to be associated with such an outstanding company,” said Deborah E. Gordon, CEO of First Edition Design Publishing. “This rounds out our academic distribution and makes our eBooks available to millions of additional end users of EBSCO’s content services through library and educational systems. We look forward to working with them.”

EBSCO is the leading database and eBook provider for libraries and other institutions with more than 375 full-text and secondary research databases and more than 300,000 eBooks and audiobooks available via the EBSCOhost platform. EBSCO provides unparalleled access to world-renowned content in all subject areas including magazine and journal articles available via EBSCOhost® and H.W. Wilson, eBooks and audiobooks and Digital Archives. EBSCO’s content services the research needs of tens of thousands of customers representing millions of end users from K-12 students to public library patrons, from academic, corporate and medical researchers to clinicians and governments around the world.

In March 2011, EBSCO’s president Tim Collins said, “A big part of what we’re doing right now is our work behind the scenes that will culminate in releasing ebooks and audiobooks for delivery via EBSCOhost. We have a very robust plan to expand our ebook offerings over time.” (source: InformationToday.com March 2011)

EBSCOhost, stands as one of the most-used for-fee sites on the Internet serving upwards of 100 million daily page views. EBSCO’s NoveList division provides Readers’ Advisory and Library Services Resources – a variety of services to help empower libraries, engage readers and connect communities.

EBSCO is headquartered in Ipswich, MA, USA and has offices in: the UK, Australia, Japan, Germany, Africa, India, and the Czech Republic.

FEDEP http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com, based in Sarasota, Florida, USA leads the industry in eBook distribution. They convert, format and submit eBooks to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, scores of additional on-line retailers and libraries, schools, colleges and universities. Their reach is to over 100,000 distribution points in more than 100 countries. The company also has a POD (Print On Demand) division, which creates printed books and makes the available worldwide through their distribution network.

Media Contact:
Tom Gahan
First Edition Design Publishing
PO Box 20217, Sarasota FL 34276
631-369-0063
tgahan@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com

First Edition Design eBook Publishing Adds Android Market for eBook Submissions

World’s largest eBook distributor continues its expansion to include Android platform.

Sarasota, FL, USA – February 20, 2012 — First Edition Design Publishing’s eBook division (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com), has added Android Market to their extensive list of eBook distribution points. (http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com/html/distributionchannels.html)

“This is another step forward in developing our massive global distribution network for eBooks and print books,” said First Edition Design Publishing’s CEO Deborah E. Gordon. “Our mission is to make our author’s books available on every eReader platform including Android devices. First Edition Design Publishing’s releases, including fiction, non-fiction, academic and poetry eBooks, are now available along with millions of other titles on Android Market.” (https://market.android.com/books)

First Edition Design Publishing http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com based in Sarasota, Florida, USA leads the industry in eBook distribution. They convert, format and submit eBooks to Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Google, Kobo, Diesel, 3M, Ingram, Baker and Taylor, Nielsen, scores of additional on-line retailers and libraries, schools, colleges and universities. Their reach is to over 100,000 distribution points in more than 100 countries.

Media Contact:
Tom Gahan
First Edition Design Publishing
PO Box 20217, Sarasota FL 34276
631-369-0063
tgahan@firsteditiondesign.com
http://www.firsteditiondesignpublishing.com