When Ames, IA author David Kovach released his debut novel, Five Days of Fear, in November 2012, he received much acclaim from reviewers and independent booksellers. But now, Kovach's suspense novel has caught the national attention of bookselling giants Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble.

Five Days of Fear will be featured as one of Amazon's Hot 100 Kindle Books for the month of March. The Hot 100 is reserved for a few select titles in each genre and almost guarantees a place on the best-selling list. Throughout March, the Kindle book version of Five Days of Fear will be available for less than $3.99.

At the same time, Kovach's debut novel has been selected for in-store placement in Barnes and Noble, an honor reserved for only a very small percentage of titles published annually.  Kovach and his publisher, Light Messages, are working on scheduling an author event with the Barnes and Noble stores in the towns of Ames and Des Moines, IA, as well as other cities where Kovach will be visiting throughout the year.

Five Days of Fear has received rave reviews from book bloggers, billed as "the epitome of a suspense thriller" (A Bookish Way of Life) "with plot twists ripped from today's news headlines" (Lavish Bookshelf). In this exciting suspense novel, Jessica Britton's well-ordered world is slammed against a brutal reality and her faith is tested when her mom is kidnapped, her dad is shot, and authorities can find no clues to begin their investigation. Jessica's own anxiety and fear for her mother's life compels her to help FBI Agent Dan Hamilton look for motives and clues that would lead to rescuing her mom. By chance, clues begin to emerge, and the once floundering investigation speeds to a hectic race against time and criminal minds in a desperate attempt to save Jessica's mom and the lives of many in San Francisco's business district.

With the all the positive attention Kovach's novel is garnering, Light Messages has also begun a national campaign to target book clubs. Bookclubs can enter to win 10 free copies of Five Days of Fear by visiting tlcbooktours.com/book-clubs.

To schedule an interview or author event with David Kovach, please contact us. You can learn more about the author and watch the exciting book trailer for Five Days of Fear at dkovach.lightmessages.com.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Obsidian Dagger (Celtic Mythos, Book One)
is now available for sale

Light Messages Publishing is excited to announce the official release of The Obsidian Dagger, book one in the new YA fantasy series, Celtic Mythos, by Brad A. LaMar.

The Indianapolis-based authorand Light Messages Publishing will be celebrating the launch of The Obsidian Dagger on Saturday, February 23 from 4:00 pm-7:00 pm at Indy Reads Books in Indianapolis, IN. Among other activities for readers, Mr. LaMar will be signing copies of The Obsidian Dagger, the first book in the new young adult fantasy series, Celtic Mythos. Guests will also have the opportunity to have their photo super-imposed on the book cover in a virtual "book cover contest."

In this exciting new release, when a mad witch with a magically crafted and frightfully powerful Obsidian Dagger threatens to obliterate humanity and overtake the magic clans of the Celtic Isles, destiny forces 17-year-old American, Brendan O’Neal, and his younger sister, Lizzie, to intervene.  Joining the desperate princess of the Leprechauns, Dorian, and her two loyal companions, Rory and Biddy, they embark on a dangerous and wondrous adventure across Ireland and Scotland to thwart the witch and save mankind.

Little does Brendan know that stopping the witch is only the beginning. Battling the witch’s mutated forces of magical beings, the heroic band in The Obsidian Dagger will have to reach deeper into themselves than they ever thought possible to find the strength, courage, and will to see their quest through to the end.  Brendan will soon learn that the lines between reality, mythology, and divinity are more blurred than he ever imagined.

The Obsidian Dagger is Mr. LaMar’s debut novel and has been met with great enthusiasm by test readers, reviewers, and booksellers.

When he’s not fighting evil witches and wizards, Mr. LaMar is an educator who resides in the Indianapolis Metropolitan area. He has taught science to middle school students for 12 years and works with teachers facilitating professional development and school improvement. He is married to Lori, a beautiful and supportive woman, and together they’re raising Evan and Paige, two intelligent and wonderful children.

The Obsidian Dagger is available everywhere books are sold. We especially thank Indy Reads Books, Robots and Rogues, and That Book Place for their extended support of Mr. LaMar and The Obsidian Dagger.

To request a review copy or to schedule author interviews, readings, signings, or other author events (virtual or live), please email Elizabeth Turnbull from Light Messages Publishing at elizabeth [at ] lightmessages [dot] com.

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DURHAM, NC - A toast, To Our Health! Torchflame Books, an imprint of Light Messages Publishing, is pleased to announce the release of To Our Health, a groundbreaking cookbook by Raleigh-Durham health and wellness coach, Denise Souza.

While there are many existing books focusing on gluten-free, dairy-free, proper food combining, and over all nutrition, with over 180 recipes To Our Health is the first comprehensive cookbook to combine all of these wellness-relevant lifestyles. With wellness and vibrancy as the goal, To Our Health recipes are also free of nightshade vegetables and low in salt, fats and animal protein.

To Our Health offers crucial insight into the reasons behind the lifestyle requirements, answering questions of what, why, and how as well as offering easy tips to expand the recipes in this book, ensuring a seemingly endless array of delicious, healthy meals. A complete 21-Day Meal Plan takes the guesswork out of making the switch and helps cooks be successful from day one.

Though it has just hit the shelves, To Our Health has already received the praise of doctors and cooks alike:

"This delicious cookbook is a wonderful adjunct resource for those who are leading lives of a diet modification, as well as those who are choosing to lead a healthier lifestyle."
- Dr. Amanda Keates, DC

"To Our Health is a great resource for anyone looking to improve their diet and their life! The recipes are easy to follow and I love that you can find the ingredients easily. For those with food sensitivities, it's easy to make substitutions however you will hardly need to as the recipes are created to be free of the common allergens. Living free of any particular food can be very challenging. To Our Health is an excellent tool to make it easier."
- Gina P., a Body Symmetry client

To Our Health is available everywhere books are sold. Ms. Souza is currently arranging cooking demonstrations, author events, and signings throughout the Triangle. To conduct an author interview or to schedule a cooking demonstration and signing, please contact Ms. Souza directly at BodySymmetry [at] gmail [dot] com or 919-600-8840.

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For Immediate Release

Light Messages Publishing is pleased to announce the upcoming release of A Sergeant in the House, a children's book about a little boy's wish and the sacrifices of our nation's heroes.

In honor of our military men and women, children's author Betty Turnbull has partnered with Hope For The Warriors, agreeing to donate all of her author's royalties from A Sergeant in the House. Hope For The Warriors is an organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for post-9/11 service members, their families, and families of the fallen who have sustained physical and psychological wounds in the line of duty.

Betty's latest book, A Sergeant in the House, tells the story of Lenny who desperately wants a puppy. His father is in the military, the family must move frequently, and Lenny is still very young to care for an animal, so Lenny strikes a bargain: When his daddy becomes a sergeant, Lenny can have a puppy.

When his father is deployed to war, Lenny learns what it means to be responsible, to care for his family, and to help around the house. A dreaded phone call brings the news that Lenny's father has been injured and is being sent home. When Lenny's father explains that this means he'll never become a sergeant, Lenny realizes that what he truly wants is his daddy--puppy or no puppy.

A Sergeant in the House recognizes the sacrifices of our nation's service men and women--and the burdens carried by their families. This heartwarming story is a salute to military families across the country, and a cheer for our nation's heroes.

"As the mother of an Air Force officer, I know all too well that when one member of the family serves, everyone serves," says Betty. "This is one way of giving back to families who have made extraordinary sacrifices for our country."

A Sergeant in the House is scheduled to debut at a Memorial Day event and will be available wherever books are sold.

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