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Updated about 3 hours ago [ At: 2025-06-13 15:02:25 UTC]


Lisa Lyons Johnston to Exit Kids Can Press

Johnston, longtime president of the Canadian children's book publisher, is leaving the company. Kids Can will now be led by Lara Caplan, Naseem Hrab, and Sarah Labrie, who have been given expanded roles. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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HPG's Paul Hendrickson to Retire

Tyndale House, which owns Hendrickson Publishing Group, announced the move and named two HPG staff to new roles. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Freedom to Read Supporters Say It's Time to Get Louder

At an American Booksellers for Free Expression session, panelists discussed different approaches booksellers can take to fight book bans. Among the ideas floated were outreach to government officials, creating library-style “request for reconsideration of materials forms,” and improving Banned... Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Dawn Davis Returns to Simon & Schuster

After a three-year stint at 'Bon Appetit,' the founder of 37 Ink will return to the imprint as senior v-p and publisher, and will also serve as an executive editor at the S&S trade imprint. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Lit Agent Sees 'No Shrinking Back' on DEI

Jevon Bolden, an activist for agents and authors of color, praises religion publishers' DEI intentions, then prods them for progress. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Religion Publishers Face Up to DEI Challenges

Executives told PW while the economy is stifling hiring, they are pushing ahead to acquire and market more BIPOC authors. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Baker Publishing CEO Handoff Well Underway

Incoming CEO Jesse Myers takes up the challenges as Dwight Baker heads toward outdoor life. An aggressive growth plan has been temporarily put on hold as the company confronts the various headwinds facing the economy in general and publishing in particular. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: May 2023

Bishop T. D. Jakes’ latest, Christian tactics for debunking fake news and conspiracy theories, and time-traveling fiction are among new religion and spirituality books publishing in May. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-25 04:00:00 UTC ]

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'They can't ban all the books': Why two banned authors are so optimistic

"Banned Books," one of the most popular panels at the Festival of Books, featured Angie Thomas, George M. Johnson and some sharp students from Fairfax High. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Los Angeles Times | 2023-04-24 19:40:50 UTC ]

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Kindle Scribe update lets you send documents directly from Microsoft Word

Amazon’s well-reviewed hybrid tablet, the Kindle Scribe, is receiving a software update that brings some new tools to the e-reader/doodle machine. The most notable feature here is the ability to send documents directly from Microsoft Word to the e-reader with just a few clicks. This allows you... Continue reading >>
[ Source: Engadget | 2023-04-24 16:00:04 UTC ]

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Definitive proof that publishing your novel won’t make you happy.

Hug an author today! Fifty-four percent of debut authors responding to Bookseller survey said the process had a negative impact on their mental health—equally likely to feel bummed out whether they pubbed with a Big Four or an indie publisher. One, quoted anonymously in The Bookseller’s report,... Continue reading >>
[ Source: Literrary Hub | 2023-04-24 15:32:12 UTC ]

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These are the 13 books people tried to ban the most in 2022.

Today, the American Library Association has published its annual list of the Most Challenged Books—those most often targeted for banning in schools and public libraries. As you may already know if you’ve been paying even the slightest bit of attention, book banning efforts are in high gear right... Continue reading >>
[ Source: Literrary Hub | 2023-04-24 14:24:23 UTC ]

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Book Riot’s SFF Deals for April 24, 2023

The best science fiction and fantasy book deals of the day, curated by Book Riot. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Book Riot | 2023-04-24 13:45:57 UTC ]

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Gadgets that make great Mother's Day gifts

Your mom might not be as up to date as you on the latest tech trends, but that doesn't mean a carefully chosen gadget wouldn't make her life easier. While flowers and breakfast in bed remain lovely Mother's Day gifts, you may want to try a different tack this year and get your mom something... Continue reading >>
[ Source: Engadget | 2023-04-24 13:15:33 UTC ]

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Meals and deals: five biggest trends from London book fair 2023

There was lots to digest this year, including cookery books from social media stars, a climate change book from London mayor Sadiq Khan, and some big debut novels to look forward toOver the course of three days in London, thousands of editors, publishers and agents, among others, decide what... Continue reading >>
[ Source: The Guardian | 2023-04-24 12:51:58 UTC ]

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Book Review: ‘Mott Street,’ by Ava Chin

Ava Chin’s memoir is an expansive family history encompassing perilous journeys, sensational crimes and social change. Continue reading >>
[ Source: The New York Times | 2023-04-24 12:37:54 UTC ]

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This Baby Book Series Satirizes Lack of Parental Paid Leave

The U.S. is one of the only countries in the world without a national paid leave policy, and 1 in 4 American women have had to return to work within two weeks of giving birth. With many parents unable to take much time to raise their newborns, this calls for a crash course in infant... Continue reading >>
[ Source: AdWeek | 2023-04-24 12:00:00 UTC ]

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Facebook Made BuzzFeed, Then Killed It

The digital publisher grew fat off the back of Facebook’s fickle algorithm. Battered and bruised, it’s now going back to where it all began. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Wired | 2023-04-24 11:00:00 UTC ]

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Independent Bookstore Day 2023 Celebrations Across the Country

Find out what cities across the U.S. are doing to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day 2023 on April 29th and get in on the fun! Continue reading >>
[ Source: Book Riot | 2023-04-24 10:38:00 UTC ]

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Summer Listening Sorted: Don’t Miss Out on These 28 Free Audiobooks from SYNC

SYNC, an annual summer audiobook program for teens, is back to provide 28 free audiobooks from April to August. Continue reading >>
[ Source: Book Riot | 2023-04-24 10:37:00 UTC ]

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