The American Diamond -- New Picture Book's Content is an Ideal Collection for Patriots


ANCHORAGE, Alaska, Oct. 25, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- With the release of the new picture book The American Diamond, people all across America will have many reasons to be proud of their country as author Lester Evans, Jr. presents a rich collection of art, literature and pictures.

The American Diamond expresses great pride and colors that will never be forgotten by all Americans and those around the world. Readers will discover a wide variety of patriotic expressions such as President John F. Kennedy's famous 1961 quote, images of the nation's great history, intellectual art, multiple essays, and more. With its patriotic content, people of all ages and backgrounds will be inspired to elevate their country to new heights in their lives.

To purchase a copy of Lester Evans, Jr.'s book The American Diamond, feel free to visit your local bookstore or log online at Xlibris.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. It will make you proud to be American.

About the Author

Lester Evans Jr., was born October 1953 through the bloodline of Bishop Noma Lester Evans and the late Mrs. Nancy Evans of North Carolina (NC). His family bloodline produced sixteen children. He attended Rosenwald High School, Fairmont, NC during the early 60s; graduated Senior High School at Albemarle, NC during the early seventies. After high school, the author enlisted in the U.S. Army and his experience included Infantry, Memorial Affairs, Supply, First Sergeant, Sergeant First Class, Platoon Sergeant, Sergeant and Private. He fathered three daughters during his military assignments. During his assignment at Fort Richardson, AK he had the opportunity during free time to attend the University of Anchorage, Alaska, AA Business and Wayland Baptist University, Anchorage, Alaska, B.S.O.E. Evans created the American Diamond as a hobby during his spare time in between two full time employments. It required lots of time, lots of research, lots of love for country and pride from with in one self to create the American Diamond picture book.



                    The American Diamond by Lester Evans Jr.
                               A Soldier's Story
                        Publication Date: July 7, 2006
     Trade Paperback; $22.99; 62 pages; 1-4134-7545-0; 978-1-4134-7545-6
      Cloth Hardback; $28.99; 62 pages; 1-4257-1101-4; 978-1-4257-1101-6

To request a complimentary paperback review copy, contact the publisher at (888) 795-4274 x. 472. Tearsheets may be sent by regular or electronic mail to Marketing Services. To purchase copies of the book for resale, please fax Xlibris at (610) 915-0294 or call (888) 795-4274 x. 876.

For more information, contact Xlibris at (888) 795-4274 or on the web at www.Xlibris.com.



            

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