Here’s a quick look at some notable books—new titles from Russell Banks, Kevin Wilson, László Krasznahorkai, and more—that are publishing this week. Want to learn more about upcoming titles? Then go read our most recent book preview. Want to help The Millions keep churning out great books... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Millions | 2022-11-08 10:59:45 UTC ]
“In all creation there is nothing constant,” says Pythagoras in the final book of the Metamorphoses. All things are subject to the power of change: bodies, landscapes, cities, nations—even the cosmos. Ovid announces his epic’s main theme as metamorphosis in its first two lines: “My spirit moves... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-11-08 09:53:56 UTC ]
For some frustrating reason, I’ve lost a lot of specific memories from my time as a young father; that period is now like a home from my past that I yearn to visit, but is always out of reach. And yet I can vividly recall the night I first read Crockett Johnson’s celebrated children’s book […] Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-11-08 09:53:17 UTC ]
Former prime minister and media academics criticise reports, but Jeff Kennett says questions are ‘fair play’Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastKevin Rudd has accused News Corp Australia’s Herald Sun tabloid of “dog-whistling to conspiracy theorists” over its... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Guardian | 2022-11-08 07:13:45 UTC ]
On November 7, Judge Florence Pan released her memorandum opinion blocking Penguin Random House from acquiring rival Big Five publisher Simon & Schuster. In the final analysis, after a year of legal wrangling and a three week trial, it wasn’t a close case for her at all. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-11-08 05:00:00 UTC ]
The online city guide and dining resource is partnering with Abrams on an Eater-branded series of cookbooks and city guides, which will release starting next year. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-11-08 05:00:00 UTC ]
In a trend reflecting reader behavior more than supply-chain issues, the American book market heads downward in NPD's BookScan data. The post NPD BookScan: The US Market, Early 2022 Holidays appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-07 18:29:40 UTC ]
Updating his first Publishing Perspectives column published four years ago, Richard Charkin offers a fresh look at trade book publishing. The post Richard Charkin in London: An Updated A-Z of Trade Publishing appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-07 16:59:43 UTC ]
The Brazil chapter of the Portuguese SDG Book Club is Honored with a request for its books' inclusion in a major government requisition. The post Brazil’s Portuguese IPA-UN SDG Book Club: 500,000 Copies appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-07 15:49:58 UTC ]
There was more than one moment in the depths of the pandemic that the decision to open a small town bookstore seemed like the absolute worst idea in the world—a monument to arrogance and self-indulgence. At first we couldn’t open. Then we didn’t feel right opening. Then a freak storm (and... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-11-07 09:54:32 UTC ]
“Words and Bullets” is a project launched by the Ukrainian independent publisher Chytomo and PEN Ukraine with the support of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED). It is a series of interviews with authors and journalists who became soldiers or volunteers following the Russian invasion of... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-11-07 09:53:45 UTC ]
After a planned strike for today was delayed until Thursday, both HC union members and management appear to be gearing up for what the union has termed "an open-ended" strike. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-11-07 05:00:00 UTC ]
The impact of Japanese RPGs on pop and gaming culture cannot be overstated. From Final Fantasy and Phantasy Star to Chrono Trigger, NieR, and Fire Emblem — JRPGs have spanned console generations, bridged the Japanese and North American markets, spawned entire universes of IP and delivered... Continue reading >> [ Source: Engadget | 2022-11-06 15:30:37 UTC ]
Emily Temple rounds up the 60 greatest academic satires, campus novels, and boarding school bildungsromans of the last 100 years. | Lit Hub Reading Lists Lynn Caponera considers the wild and wonderful legacy of Maurice Sendak’s creations (and his rigorous work routine). | Lit Hub Art &... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-11-05 10:30:11 UTC ]
The best YA book deals of the day, sponsored by Penguin Teen. `Penguin... Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2022-11-05 10:30:00 UTC ]
The failure of a recent bid to merge two large publishing companies shines a light on a central issue of cultural powerDespite a rise in self-publishing, commercial publishers are still the main gatekeepers of what arrives on our bookshelves. As such, they have great cultural and – if a book... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Guardian | 2022-11-04 18:25:28 UTC ]
Here’s what’s been going on with the site—plus some alternatives for accessing free e-books. Many a desperate college student has turned to Z-Library, a site for pirated e-books, as an alternative to expensive textbooks. But on Friday, the site suddenly went dark, sending students who relied on... Continue reading >> [ Source: Fast Company | 2022-11-04 18:00:00 UTC ]
The state is home to an unusually high concentration of science fiction writers and a strong mix of science and superstition. Continue reading >> [ Source: Wired | 2022-11-04 16:00:00 UTC ]
Both the Lifetime Achievement recognition and London Book Fair's International Excellence Awards are seeking 2023 nominations. The post London Book Fair Opens Excellence Awards for Submissions appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-04 14:52:34 UTC ]
Brick-and-mortar stores are being transformed into an interactive digital media and merchandising experience thanks to in-store smart screens. Continue reading >> [ Source: Advertising Age | 2022-11-04 13:00:00 UTC ]