ARCHEBOOKS COMPLETES NEGOTIATION FOR THE KOREAN RIGHTS TO “A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO SECOND LIFE”
Las Vegas, NV – June 20, 2007 ─ ArcheBooks Publishing announced today negotiations were completed for the Korean distribution of their best selling instructional guide “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” by v3Image. The Amo Agency based in Seoul, Korea pursued ArcheBooks at the direction of the CEO of Second Life Korea with the directive to secure the rights as soon as possible. The Amo Agency has relationships with many US and UK publishers, including such noted firms as John Wiley & Sons, National Geographic, Octopus Publishing Group and many more. Second Life, the fastest growing 3D game on the Internet, currently exceeds 7.4MM sign ups, and should expand to more than 10MM residents by year end. Current acceptance Second Life throughout the real World is the primary factor as to why ArcheBooks is evaluating additional offers for International Licensing. The International community is essential to the sustained acceptance and growth of the virtual universe.“A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” has achieved tremendous success since its release early this year. Robert Gelinas, ArcheBooks Publisher stated “We have been very happy with the sales to date and have been amazed at the growth of eBook sales.” Mr. Gelinas continued “The eBook sales of A Beginner’s Guide have been exceptional and validates the power of the Internet to deliver immediate gratification to those who desire it.”Ms. Maryann (Szostak) Wolf, the primary author, expressed satisfaction that there has been such success and acceptance. Ms. Wolf said “The experience has been incredibly rewarding, I have been contacted by Second Life residents from all parts of the world.” Additionally, she stated “I can’t believe that something that began as a family project is going to be distributed in so many foreign languages.”About ArcheBooks Publishing—the archetype of 21st century publishing—is an innovator in premium hardcover original fiction and historical works, offering the best in Mystery-Suspense, Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Women’s Fiction, Historicals, Contemporary, Humor, Self-Help, and YA. ArcheBooks Publishing continues its founders’ revolutionary approach towards business development, and their belief in the continuous evolving role the Internet plays in future business models. With their expansion into the Instructional Guide segment ArcheBooks can more fully address the newest opportunities being created.
SECOND LIFE BOOK: PRESS RELEASE
EXPANSION IS A VIRTUAL REALITY FOR ARCHEBOOKS WITH THE RELEASE OF “A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO SECOND LIFE”
Las Vegas, NV – March 23, 2007 ─ ArcheBooks Publishing (http://www.archebooks.com/) announced today the publication of “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” by v3Image. With this title ArcheBooks marks its expansion into emerging Online Games and Virtual 3D market. Second Life, the fastest growing 3D game on the Internet, currently exceeds 4.8MM sign ups, and should grow to more than 10MM by year end.
“A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is a simple and easy to follow instructional guide developed to assist the “Newbies” of the Second Life community as well as addressing some of the more intricate nuances of the Virtual World created by Linden Lab. v3Image, the authors of “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” recognized that while the growth of Second Life has been extraordinary there were little in the way of instructional guides to assist those who could be confused by the intricacies’ of the game.
Ms. Maryann (Szostak) Wolf, the primary author, expressed surprise that there were little or no guides or books available to assist the Second Life resident on their journey. Ms. Wolf says “The Second Life experience is an incredible passage; however, it is a journey that can be enhanced by someone who has been there and is willing to share their knowledge.” She went on to say that “Second Life offers tremendous tools and access to the game, but as in any of today’s more technical games, knowing the cheats or even just knowing the basic shortcuts makes the game much more enjoyable.”
Sharing knowledge can be a difficult and daunting task. Knowing how to articulate the technical nuances in a manner that can be easily grasped and embraced is the key to any Instructional Guide and the team at v3Image has surely addressed this need. “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is written in a simple and easily understood style. The content is designed to educate and engage at the same time encourage participation. Frustration can kill anyone’s enthusiasm for the game and “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is written to eliminate that emotion and replace it with passion.
About ArcheBooks Publishing—the archetype of 21st century publishing—is an innovator in premium hardcover original fiction and historical works, offering the best in Mystery-Suspense, Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Women’s Fiction, Historicals, Contemporary, Humor, Self-Help, and YA. ArcheBooks Publishing continues its founders’ revolutionary approach towards business development, and their belief in the continuous evolving role the Internet plays in future business models. With their expansion into the Instructional Guide segment ArcheBooks can more fully address the newest opportunities being created.
Contact: Ralph Wolf, (702) 253-1338 or email to: Ralph.Wolf@archebooks.com
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Las Vegas, NV – March 23, 2007 ─ ArcheBooks Publishing (http://www.archebooks.com/) announced today the publication of “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” by v3Image. With this title ArcheBooks marks its expansion into emerging Online Games and Virtual 3D market. Second Life, the fastest growing 3D game on the Internet, currently exceeds 4.8MM sign ups, and should grow to more than 10MM by year end.
“A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is a simple and easy to follow instructional guide developed to assist the “Newbies” of the Second Life community as well as addressing some of the more intricate nuances of the Virtual World created by Linden Lab. v3Image, the authors of “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” recognized that while the growth of Second Life has been extraordinary there were little in the way of instructional guides to assist those who could be confused by the intricacies’ of the game.
Ms. Maryann (Szostak) Wolf, the primary author, expressed surprise that there were little or no guides or books available to assist the Second Life resident on their journey. Ms. Wolf says “The Second Life experience is an incredible passage; however, it is a journey that can be enhanced by someone who has been there and is willing to share their knowledge.” She went on to say that “Second Life offers tremendous tools and access to the game, but as in any of today’s more technical games, knowing the cheats or even just knowing the basic shortcuts makes the game much more enjoyable.”
Sharing knowledge can be a difficult and daunting task. Knowing how to articulate the technical nuances in a manner that can be easily grasped and embraced is the key to any Instructional Guide and the team at v3Image has surely addressed this need. “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is written in a simple and easily understood style. The content is designed to educate and engage at the same time encourage participation. Frustration can kill anyone’s enthusiasm for the game and “A Beginner’s Guide to Second Life” is written to eliminate that emotion and replace it with passion.
About ArcheBooks Publishing—the archetype of 21st century publishing—is an innovator in premium hardcover original fiction and historical works, offering the best in Mystery-Suspense, Science-Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Women’s Fiction, Historicals, Contemporary, Humor, Self-Help, and YA. ArcheBooks Publishing continues its founders’ revolutionary approach towards business development, and their belief in the continuous evolving role the Internet plays in future business models. With their expansion into the Instructional Guide segment ArcheBooks can more fully address the newest opportunities being created.
Contact: Ralph Wolf, (702) 253-1338 or email to: Ralph.Wolf@archebooks.com
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