SCHENECTADY, N.Y., Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- In a complex story about 12 seemingly unconnected people, author Michael S. Powell tells of a mysterious, hidden link between these individuals and the realities of life in The Maxwell Creation (now available through 1stBooks).
The Impact of Molestation -- New novel tells of young girl's confusion after years of sexual abuse
AKRON, Ohio, Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Molestation is a crime with immeasurable effects on its victims. What happens when molestation begins so young that even the victims don't recognize it? For the main character in author Dian Fields' new novel, Molested Angel: Searching for Love Without Trust (now available through 1stBooks), the sexual abuse she endures warps her views on sexuality, trust and love.
ST. LOUIS, Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Lorraine Williams has struggled with her father's unexplained rejection since childhood. When he dies, a web of deception is revealed. Darnail's `The Child in the Mirror' (now available through 1stBooks), tells the story of Lorraine's search for identity, a brush with revenge and a nationally televised paternity test.
AIDS Through the Eyes of a Caregiver -- Author tells of losing brother and friend to AIDS virus
MIDDLETOWN, Del., Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Author Dawn L. Rowe lost her brother and best friend to the AIDS virus. In her new book, AIDS...Through the Eyes of a Caregiver (now available through 1stBooks), she offers an inspiring story of her exhausting ordeal, the toll AIDS took on her loved ones and advice for those caring for the terminally ill.
Prayers and Hymns to Inspire - New book is a devotional guide for worshippers and clergymen
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C., Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- In an uplifting book that combines two of the most rewarding spiritual experiences, prayer and singing, author Daniel J. Theron offers a collection of praises meant to inspire. Hear Our Prayers and Hymns, O Lord, We Pray (now available through 1stBooks) is a compelling devotional guide for readers of all faiths.
The Dictator's New Face -- New Novel Satirizes Disappearance of Iraqi Dictator
BLOOMINGTON, Ind., November 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- With U.S. troops stationed in Iraq and the whereabouts of ousted dictator Saddam Hussein still uncertain, the ongoing conflict in this struggling nation has spurred many authors to pen harrowing works of nonfiction or revealing books about corrupt political leaders. However, author Tony Sharp takes readers on a fast track through the sand dunes of Iraq towards disastrous hilarity with a witty fictional work titled The House of Baghdad (now available through 1stBooks).
Remembering the Forgotten Sacrifice -- New Book Recalls Forgotten Battle in World War II
VANIER, Ontario, November 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Many bloody battles were fought on the European front during World War II. Some skirmishes are remembered and celebrated worldwide while others are forgotten. One of those forgotten battles, the Battle for Walcheren Island in Holland, is finally remembered in Belgium My Native Country Canada My Home (now available through 1stBooks), by Robert M. Van Trichtveldt.
A Deadly Maze of Horror -- New horror novel tells of teenagers' fight to live through carnival maze
KATY, Texas, Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- When "SideTrack, The World's Most Perfect Maze of Horror" comes rumbling into small towns with a traveling carnival, teenagers mysteriously disappear. When it visits Hunter Taylor's town, she and her friends get wrapped up in a frightening fight for their lives in the new novel, SideTrack: The Maze of Horror (now available through 1stBooks), by Lecy McKenzie Pritchett.
Law Offices Bernard M. Gross, P.C.
PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- Law Offices Bernard M. Gross, P.C. (http://www.bernardmgross.com) announces that class action lawsuits have been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania on behalf of all persons who purchased the securities of PMA Capital Corporation (Nasdaq:PMACA) (AMEX:PMK) between November 13, 1998 and November 3, 2003 (the "Class Period") seeking remedies under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("PMA" or the "Company") (Nasdaq:PMACA) and on behalf of all persons who purchased securities of PMA issued in public offerings dated October 16, 2002, 4.25% Convertible Senior Debentures Due 2022 (the "4.25% Debentures") and June 5, 2003, 8.5% Monthly Income Senior Notes due 2018 (the "8.5% Notes") (AMEX:PMK)( collectively: the "Offerings") seeking remedies under Sections 11, 12 (a), 20 and 15 of the Securities Act of 1933.
Association for Women in Technology, Southern California (AWT)
COSTA MESA, Calif., Nov. 10, 2003 (PRIMEZONE) -- The OC Tech Collective, a consortium of local, leading not-for-profit technology associations supporting broader access to technology across all social and economic groups, today announced that Habitat for Humanity Orange County (HfHOC) will be honored by Habitat for Humanity International (HfHI) for its 100th home built in the County. HfHI has designated Orange County's 100th Habitat home as the 1,000th Habitat home built in the state of California. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, November 11, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at the site of the home, which is located at 1925 Pomona Street in Costa Mesa.
