Volumes I and II of ‘The Complete Works of W.H. Auden: Poems’ delve deeply into the masterful works I have long admired. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2022-06-29 13:00:37 UTC ]
In its fourth and final year, IPA’s Africa Publishing Innovation Fund will support publishers in accessibility. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson ‘Opening the Literary World to Everyone’ ur readers will recall that at mid-June, we had the announcement of the Africa... Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-06-29 10:33:25 UTC ]
That Girl knows what her goals are and is working to achieve them. Here are 9 books that can help guide us to becoming our best selves, like What a Time to Be Alone: The Slumflower’s Guide to Why You Are Already Enough by Chudera Eggerue. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2022-06-29 10:32:00 UTC ]
Science fiction has a deep, rich past—one that sees its roots stretch back to ancient times. Fans and scholars often point to Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel Frankenstein: or, The Modern Prometheus as its most recognizable origin point, followed by the works of authors like Jules Verne, H. G. Wells,... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-06-29 08:57:17 UTC ]
A cyber attack that forced the U.S. division of Macmillan to take its computer systems offline since Saturday and kept the company from taking orders has also affected the U.K. operation. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-29 04:00:00 UTC ]
In the wake of the overturn of Roe v. Wade by a “vehemently anti-Democratic Supreme Court,” publishers have reported higher sales of both front- and backlist titles about abortion and reproductive freedom. Among the titles in high demand are Annie Ernaux’s memoir Happening (which was recently... Continue reading >> [ Source: Literrary Hub | 2022-06-28 17:52:43 UTC ]
"Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow," by Gabrielle Zevin, is a novel about video game makers who came of age with Donkey Kong and fell in love. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2022-06-28 16:07:16 UTC ]
These queer short story collections span a wide range of genres form contemporary and historical fiction to sci-fi and fabulism. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2022-06-28 10:33:00 UTC ]
Here’s a quick look at some notable books—new titles from Jess Walter, Blitz Bazawule, our own Michael Bourne, 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 | 2022-06-28 09:59:36 UTC ]
Independent manga publisher Seven Seas Entertainment has agreed to recognize the United Workers of Seven Seas as the union representative of its workers without an election. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
Sales of books concerning reproductive rights began moving up when the draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade was leaked in May, and publishers are now working to meet demand following the June 24 decision by the Supreme Court that ended a constitutional right to an abortion. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
The ongoing "security incident" with Macmillan's computer network will prevent the publisher from processing, receiving, placing, or shipping orders through at least June 28. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
A bookstore in New Mexico fosters a community of Native artists, writers, and fans of the flourishing Indigenous comic book genre. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Christian Science Monitor | 2022-06-27 14:59:00 UTC ]
The Peace Prize board praises Serhiy Zhadan for his illumination of wartime conflict and his humanitarian efforts in Ukraine. The post German Book Trade’s Peace Prize: Ukraine’s Serhiy Zhadan appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-06-27 12:15:50 UTC ]
Text-to-speech automated audiobook narration arrives at Bookwire, amid the company's insistence on its respect for human narration. The post Germany’s Bookwire Now Offers Artificial Narration for Audiobooks appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-06-27 12:12:31 UTC ]
Alexis Schaitkin’s fantastical tale takes a page from Margaret Atwood to explore society’s role in the maternal experience. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2022-06-27 12:00:00 UTC ]
Indies across the country responded to Friday's overturning of Roe v. Wade by setting up special book displays and raising funds for pro-choice organizations. One store raised $40,000 by Sunday evening. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
The American Library Association held its first in-person annual conference since 2019 in Washington, D.C., beginning on June 23, and with today and tomorrow still to come, the show's return is getting solid reviews. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-06-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
New editions of her books, including “Things Come and Go” reveal Howland’s singular talent Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2022-06-26 12:00:05 UTC ]
Solitary confinement is a form of torture that the prison system makes commonplace. Continue reading >> [ Source: Slate | 2022-06-26 10:00:00 UTC ]