( Added: June 29, 2009 ) - Bark Avenue Press, the publisher for pet lovers, is launching a Dog Days of Summer promotion, looking for the best original pet photo book designs. Each new photo book entered between June 22 and September 22, 2009, using the free BAP!t software, will be eligible. The Top Dog and two runners up will receive cash prizes, and have an equal amount donated to a pet-related charity.

"Dogs will share the stage as we encourage pet owners of all kinds to participate. We want to show people just how easy and rewarding it is to create a custom, professional quality book. Animals are a special part of the family and photo books make beautiful keepsakes to showcase special occasions, share vacation memories, or just for fun," said Linda Kush, President, Bark Avenue Press. "At the same time, this is a great opportunity to give back to the pet community to help animals in need."

Bark Avenue Press helps pet owners unleash their creativity and design beautiful and unique photo books, pet calendars and other printed products through its easy-to-use BAP!t software. Simply download the free software. Use the templates and backgrounds provided, or create a unique design. Add photos, text, then, when finished, hit the "send it to BAP!t" button. The design is professionally printed and mailed in about five days.

Contestants are not required to purchase a product for the Dog Days of Summer promotion. For any photo books designed and purchased, Bark Avenue Press will donate 25% of the sale price to charity. Complete rules, guidelines and a list of charities are available on the BAP!t site at: http://www.bapit.com/s-29-contest.aspx.

About Bark Avenue Press

Founded in 2007, Bark Avenue Press is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. A premier publisher and e-commerce retailer specializing in pet-related print products, Bark Avenue Press enables pet lovers to capture and celebrate the special bond with their pet children through custom designed photo books, cards, calendars and more. Visit www.bapit.com for more information and to download free publishing software.