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Congratulations, we did it: 1,200 book bans in 2022.

The American Library Association (ALA) tracked 1,269 demands to censor library books and other resources last year, double that of 2021 and the highest in over 20 years; the highest since the ALA began tracking such things. Of the titles reported for whatever supposed thought crimes, the vast... Continue reading at 'Literrary Hub'

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-03-23 15:00:01 UTC ]
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How and where to buy refurbished tech online

Yes, I’ll probably want the iPhone 15 when it comes out. But as I consider a tablet for my six-year-old (so he’ll stop stealing mine), I don’t think a brand new device is necessary. Both economically and environmentally, refurbished tech might be a better bet if you don’t need the latest... Continue reading at 'Engadget'

[ Engadget | 2023-03-23 14:00:28 UTC ]
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Attempts to Ban Books Doubled in 2022

A new report from the American Library Association showed a spike in censorship efforts, with 1,269 attempts. Continue reading at 'The New York Times'

[ The New York Times | 2023-03-23 13:10:19 UTC ]
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Apple Music bug on iOS is reportedly mixing up people's playlists

Apple Music users on iOS are highlighting a fairly serious bug that is causing other people's playlists and songs to appear in their libraries, according to multiple Redditors. On top of that, some users have complained that their own playlists have outright disappeared or been replaced by... Continue reading at 'Engadget'

[ Engadget | 2023-03-23 10:30:03 UTC ]
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Meta's VR game publisher is now called 'Oculus Publishing'

Meta's publishing arm for virtual reality games is now officially called Oculus Publishing. It's a completely different division from Oculus Studios, which is the company's label for first-party games. Oculus Publishing will instead support partner developers with conceptualization, funding,... Continue reading at 'Engadget'

[ Engadget | 2023-03-23 08:01:38 UTC ]
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Print Book Sales Rose 2.9% Last Week

With sales of print books in all categories but adult nonfiction increasing last week, unit sales rose 2.9% over the week ended March 19, 2022, at outlets that report to Circana BookScan. It was the second consecutive week sales rose over last year. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-23 04:00:00 UTC ]
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ALA Reports Shocking Increase in Attempted Book Bans in 2022

With book banning and legislative attacks on the freedom to read continuing to surge across the country, the American Library Association tracked a stunning 1,269 demands to censor library books and resources in 2022, nearly double the record-shattering 729 challenges recorded in 2021. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-23 04:00:00 UTC ]
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ATTACK ON TITAN Publisher Kodansha Launching Manga App

Kodansha, the publisher of widely popular manga like Attack on Titan and others, is launching a manga app this year. Continue reading at 'Book Riot'

[ Book Riot | 2023-03-22 20:54:21 UTC ]
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Procrastinating Ourselves to Death

Jenny Odell’s latest book asks an urgent question: What happens when our emergencies become banal? Continue reading at 'The Atlantic'

[ The Atlantic | 2023-03-22 15:42:00 UTC ]
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Braving a blizzard to meet the most promising (and most offline) young writer in the West

In a writer-as-brand era, Taylor Koekkoek's obscurity is almost as refreshing as the hilarious, stealthily profound stories in his debut, 'Thrillville, USA.' Continue reading at 'Los Angeles Times'

[ Los Angeles Times | 2023-03-22 13:00:29 UTC ]
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Nielsen BookData 2022: A ‘Slight Decline’ in UK Book Sales

In 2022, Nielsen BookData saw a 10-percent fall in ebook volumes in the UK, and a 3-percent drop in print. Audiobooks' growth slowed. The post Nielsen BookData 2022: A ‘Slight Decline’ in UK Book Sales appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-03-22 12:42:13 UTC ]
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4 Amazon privacy settings you should change right now

Like most big tech companies, Amazon collects large amounts of data on its users, in part of the purpose of targeting ads and training its Alexa voice models. Look in the right places, though, and much of this data collection can be minimized or prevented, and you can even opt out of... Continue reading at 'PC World'

[ PC World | 2023-03-22 10:45:00 UTC ]
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Please Stop Removing Recipes from Audiobooks!

The recipes in foodie audiobooks add that something extra and deserve to be heard by audiobook listeners. Here's why. Continue reading at 'Book Riot'

[ Book Riot | 2023-03-22 10:36:00 UTC ]
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Things (Some) Readers Find Annoying About Books and the Book World

Even the most passionate bibliophile gets annoyed by aspects of books and the book world sometimes. Here are some examples. Continue reading at 'Book Riot'

[ Book Riot | 2023-03-22 10:34:00 UTC ]
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This Aussie author had a book idea while ‘high as a kite’ after brain surgery.

She might not have written an entire book in one day, but Australian author Karina May has a pretty good, pretty sweat-smile story behind the rom-commy Duck à l’Orange for Breakfast, which comes out March 28 from Pan Macmillan Australia. First, you need to understand the plot: The novel centers... Continue reading at 'Literrary Hub'

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-03-22 08:59:40 UTC ]
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This Is Going to Hurt and The Responder lead in 2023 Bafta TV nominations

NHS drama starring Ben Whishaw and Martin Freeman’s portrayal of troubled policeman each garner six awards nominationsBafta TV awards 2023: full list of nominationsThis Is Going to Hurt and The Responder jointly lead the 2023 TV Bafta nominations after being shortlisted in six categories. Adam... Continue reading at 'The Guardian'

[ The Guardian | 2023-03-22 07:43:06 UTC ]
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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: April 2023

A look at sobriety through a faith lens, an exploration of toxic masculinity and purity culture, and Karen Kingsbury’s newest installment to the Baxter Family series are among new religion and spirituality books publishing in April. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-22 04:00:00 UTC ]
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2023 Christopher Awards Honor Books on Recovery, Inspiration

Winners of the 74th Annual Christopher Awards, which recognize books for adults and young people that “affirm the highest values of the human spirit," include ‘Wild Ride’ by Hayley Arceneaux’s (Convergent) and other books published by religion houses. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-22 04:00:00 UTC ]
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EIBF Bookselling Conference Showcases Innovation, Inspiration

The second day of the inaugural RISE bookselling conference, organized by the European & International Book Federation, in Prague offered an idea exchange with booksellers and authors on best practices for the industry, ranging from how do deal with curation in an age of disinformation to... Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-22 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Three Books on Spirituality and Singleness

New titles explore biblical perspectives of singleness while urging churches to reconsider and better meet the needs of unmarried Christians. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-22 04:00:00 UTC ]
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