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Small Press Department, Barnes & Noble, Inc. NY, Reviewed and Purchased "The Ghost of Whispering Willow.'

2013-04-09

ALEDO, TX, April 09, 2013 (Press-News.org) Small Press Department, Barnes and Noble, Inc. reviewed and placed an order for 'The Ghost of Whispering Willow' by Amanda M. Thrasher, allowing category buyer to purchase the title for their stores. Great news for the non-traditional press, founded by authors.

'The Ghost of Whispering Willow' is a ghost mystery, non-gender specific, reading grade level sixth to eighth grade, and contains characters based on real people. This is Thrasher's third title reviewed and purchased by the Small Press Department over time, 'Mischief in the Mushroom Patch' and 'A Fairy Match in the Mushroom Patch' preceded it.

Thrasher wrote a graphic novel titled 'What If ... A Story of Shattered LIves,' which was adapted to a reader's theater for the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center, as part of the D.R.S.R (Driving on the Right Side of the Road) program. It is a story geared toward teen safety while driving, about the consequences of drinking and texting behind the wheel. Educators may download the reader's theater for free or request printed copies from the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center, department: http://tmcec.com/DRSR/Readers_Theater

Progressive Rising Phoenix Press, LLC is an independent publisher founded by authors. Their mission to succeed through innovative cross-promotion, creative marketing, and original content is allowing the press to build a well rounded list. Recent releases include: 'Rachel and Sammy Learn to Conserve' (part of a series) by Jannifer Powelson, 'Angela 1: Starting Over' by David A. Bedford, 'Just Line Around' by Kinsy McVay. New releases coming soon: 'Boy and Poi Poi Puppy' by Linda Boyden and 'The Jolly Shop by Walter Lee' and 'Sadie's Fairy Tea Party' by Amanda M. Thrasher. For additional information, submissions and a complete listing of titles offered please visit www.progressiverisingphoenix.com

Progressive Rising Phoenix Press, LLC is building a select list based on quality work that represents our company as a whole.

For additional information: info@progressiverisingphoenixpress.com or www.progressiverisingphoenix.com

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