The resignations and disciplinary actions come after it was revealed that certain authors and books—including R.F. Kuang's hit novel 'Babel'—had been inexplicably deemed "not eligible" for the Hugo at Worldcon 2023 in Chengdu, China. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
These books by Black authors include moving explorations of the past, bold visions of the future, and sage advice for the present. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
Esteemed children's editor Dinah Stevenson, lauded for being a keen spotter of talent and for shepherding numerous books and authors to the industry's highest accolades, died on January 23 at 81. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
Our reviews of the books adapted into and inspiring this year's Academy Award–nominated films, from 'Oppenheimer' and 'Nyad' to 'American Fiction' and 'The Boy and the Heron.' Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
Two prominent novelists have broken with PEN America over the organization’s decision to platform controversial actor and outspoken ceasefire opponent Mayim Bialik, as well as its relative silence on the unfolding genocide in Gaza (which so far has claimed the lives of at least 120 writers,... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2024-01-31 20:56:06 UTC ]
The debut novel from Leo Vardiashvili, 'Hard by a Great Forest,' has its commercial trappings but ultimately lands with lyrical and heartbreaking resonance. Continue reading >> [ Source: Los Angeles Times | 2024-01-31 18:43:16 UTC ]
Simon & Schuster kicks off its centenary year with a curated selection of 100 books from its 100 years and special programming ahead. The post Simon & Schuster Opens Its 100th Anniversary Year appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2024-01-31 17:56:56 UTC ]
A Mars survival pick-a-path adventure, visual puzzles in animal pictures, baseball history, and more of today's best children's book deals! Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2024-01-31 15:46:26 UTC ]
The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Feb. 4, 2024, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction. Continue reading >> [ Source: Los Angeles Times | 2024-01-31 14:00:44 UTC ]
Frustrations over the most critical development in digital media shared at flagship industry conference. Continue reading >> [ Source: Digiday | 2024-01-31 05:01:00 UTC ]
On 'Books, Beach, & Beyond,' which will return for a second season this summer, two pillars of the Nantucket literary community—bestselling novelist Hilderbrand and Nantucket Book Foundation president Ehrenberg—talk shop with such star guests as Colleen Hoover, Taylor Jenkins Reid, and Ann... Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-01-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
The country's third largest trade publisher will mark its 100th anniversary with a series of events, starting with the release of the Simon & Schuster 100, a selection of titles that the company says reflects the scope of its publishing program. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-01-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
The successor to the Costa Book Awards, the new Nero Book Awards announce several winners ahead of the Nero Gold Prize book of the year. The post The UK’s New Nero Book Awards Name Their First Category Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2024-01-30 22:52:15 UTC ]
The Audio Publishers Association's Audie Awards has created an 'APA Choice' honor for high-flying audiobooks. Winners named May 4. The post Audio Publishers Association: 2024 Audie Awards Shortlist appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2024-01-30 20:16:41 UTC ]
N. Scott Momaday was the first Native American author to win a Pulitzer Prize. He passed away on January 24th at age 89. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2024-01-30 20:02:44 UTC ]
The Kobo Libra 2 ereader has dropped to its lowest price of the year so far. You can grab one via Amazon for $170, which is a discount of $20. This matches pricing from the holiday season for the water-resistant reading tablet. Kobo’s Libra 2 easily made our list of the best ereaders for a... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2024-01-30 19:50:25 UTC ]
A market boosted by the elimination of sales tax on books, Taiwan is ready for a strong year at its upcoming international book exhibition. The post Taipei International Book Exhibition 2024: A Market Profile appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2024-01-30 19:49:02 UTC ]
The following is from Zodiac: A Graphic Memoir by Ai Weiwei with Elettra Stamboulis, illustrated by Gianluca Constantini. __________________________________ From Zodiac: A Graphic Memoir by Ai Weiwei with Elettra Stamboulis, illustrated by Gianluca Constantini. Copyright © 2024. Published by Ten... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2024-01-30 09:55:47 UTC ]
Gregory Pardlo’s poetry collection Spectral Evidence is available today from Knopf, so we asked him a few questions about his readers, when he writes, and his favorite book to recommend to others. * Who do you most wish would read your book? (your boss, your childhood bully, etc.) Maybe someone... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2024-01-30 09:55:18 UTC ]
Hybrid publisher Wonderwell has shut down its publishing operations, and on February 1 will launch a new imprint, Wonderwell Press, as part of the Greenleaf Book Group. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2024-01-30 05:00:00 UTC ]