Manifest Destiny Gets Excellent Start Out of the Gate
New title takes four awards the first six weeks
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Of Liberty, Special Elections and Bluegrass Music … remembering Sen. Robert C. Byrd
NEW RELEASES
By R. George Riggon
Everyone with an email address has probably received at least one message like this:
"You have won a lot of money in a sweepstakes. To collect it, you must wire some money to pay to have your prize released and cover taxes and other fees."
Messages like that are fraudulent and they’re the jumping-off point for a new novel just released by Headline Books Inc.
Scammed by R. George Riggon is an original work of fiction set between western Jamaica and the West Midlands city of Birmingham, England. It picks up echoes of the emerging global phenomena of “sweepstakes lotto” scams in which the instigators are in one part of the world while the unsuspecting and faceless victim is far away. The plot builds upon the breathtaking speed of modern information technology as provided by the use of computers and cell phones that bridge the physical gap of global distance. With just a few phone calls and in a matter of a few minutes at an international money transfer facility the scam was instigated. The deep human anguish of being deceived for the victim stands in stark contrast to the elation of the triumph for the scam artist.
"I hope my readers will find it enjoyable, informative and even a little funny despite the seriousness of this subject," Riggon said.
Riggon is a Jamaica native who holds a degree in sociology and social research from University of Central England in Birmingham and a master’s degree in race and ethnic relations from Warwick University.
Scammed, ISBN 978-0-929915-59-3, 160 pages, 6 x 9, PB, Retail $19.95
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By Rick Robinson
While observing the Presidential election in Romania, a Congressional staffer is kidnaped by Communist rebels and held captive in a remote area of the Carpathian Mountains. The quest for his safe return takes Congressman Richard Thompson to a dark side of international politics which no one dares talk about in the hallowed halls of Congress. In trying to save the life of the young American, Thompson must do things he thought impossible for him to imagine, let alone execute.
Top selling author, Rick Robinson follows up his award winning novels The Maximum Contribution and Sniper Bid with a thrilling tale of political intrigue which will rock his readers to their very core. Read Manifest Destiny and you will understand why Robinson is quickly becoming known as the only author who puts “real politics” in his political thrillers. His stories are as real as today's headlines.
Manifest Destiny by Rick Robinson, ISBN 978-0-929915-96-8, 304 pages, hardcover, 6 x 9, full color dustjacket, Retail Price $24.95
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By Dee Merian
While the rest of the world sat in soda shops listening to Elvis and wearing poodle skirts, author Dee Merian was flying the skies with Trans World Airlines having an adventure of a lifetime. From the fanciest hotels in Frankfurt to ski resorts around the world, this airline stewardess met most of Hollywood’s elite including Marilyn Monroe, Florence Henderson, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Louis Jourdan, Jose Farrar, Nat King Cole, and Samuel Goldwyn. Her global adventures include the history of airline travel and the business prowess of Howard Hughes.
The Best Years of Flying: A Memoir of Howard Hughes & TWA by Dee Merian, ISBN 978-0-929915-82-1, 6 x 9, Hard Cover, Full color dust jacket, Retail Price $24.95
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By Barbara Smith
Through the Glass is an upbeat, poignant story about a stained glass artist whose studio faces a cul-de-sac in the outskirts of Logan, West Virginia. Through her front window, Patricia Tazewell keeps close track of her neighbors, whose business she insists upon knowing. The story has several serious subplots, including one involving Patricia’s daughter, Celia, who, at thirty-nine years of age, is suffering from Bipolar Disorder and still lives with her mother. Patricia, a widow, develops interest in two men, one is married and the other deserts her. Like the biblical Job but with a far better sense of humor, Patricia remains faithful and optimistic. In spite of loose ends still dangling, Pat eventually takes control of her life.
Through the Glass by Barbara Smith—Release Date May 1, 2010
ISBN 0-978-0929915-95-1, 6 x 9, paperback, 192 pages, Retail $19.95
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by Ellen Dittman Pope, illustrated by Carol Dixon
Release Date March 15, 2010
ISBN 978-0-929915-92-0, 11 x 8.5, hard cover, color illustrations, 32 pages, Retail Price $16.95
Friends helping friends is the theme of this special children’s book by Ellen Dittman Pope. Beautifully illustrated by artist Carol Dixon, the characters come to life with their message of friendship. Meet Sally and her unique animal friends who work together to make their lives better. We all have personal challenges and this story shows how understanding and love can make a difference in everyone’s life.
Friends With A Difference by Ellen Dittman Pope
Release Date May 15, 2010
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