Duvall Hecht, audiobook pioneer and founder of Books on Tape, died on February 10 at his home in Costa Mesa, Calif. He was 91. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-24 05:00:00 UTC ]
Robert Weil, editor-in-chief of W.W. Norton’s Liveright Publishing imprint, will take on a new role in July as Liveright v-p and executive editor, and will be succeeded by Peter J. Simon, v-p and editor in Norton’s college department. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-24 05:00:00 UTC ]
Two days after announcing it had reached an agreement to sell itself to Veritas Capital, Houghton Million reported a 25% increase in revenue and a rebound in earnings. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-24 05:00:00 UTC ]
In a recent webinar, speakers said the paper shortage is likely to get worse before it gets better, and offered up a few ideas for how publishers can cope with the challenge. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-24 05:00:00 UTC ]
Book Reviews Statue of renowned Kurdish historian, author, and poet Mastoureh Ardalan (1805–1848) in Erbil / Photo by Levi Meir Clancy / Unsplash Even though they appear to have a lot to say about the historical, political, cultural, and literary... Continue reading >> [ Source: World Literature Today | 2022-02-23 21:05:41 UTC ]
Rebuilt by the UN Development Fund, the new University of Mosul central library has an inventory provided in part by Book Aid International. The post In Iraq, Mosul’s Library Reopens with Book Aid International Donations appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-02-23 17:33:55 UTC ]
Valve’s portable PC gaming machine, the Steam Deck, is gaining a lot of attention as its official release date draws near. But between its Linux-based Steam OS operating system and its power-efficient AMD parts, players could be forgiven for wondering which high-powered games can actually run... Continue reading >> [ Source: PC World | 2022-02-23 17:14:15 UTC ]
As a literary genre, fantasy is one of the oldest and most recent. Although modern fantasy only began to be recognised as a distinct genre in the late twentieth century, thanks largely to the popularity of J. R. R. Tolkien and his imitators, its roots can be traced back millennia. […] Continue reading >> [ Source: Interesting Literature | 2022-02-23 15:00:28 UTC ]
The awards recognize outstanding literary achievements in 12 categories, with winners to be announced at USC in-person on April 22. Continue reading >> [ Source: Los Angeles Times | 2022-02-23 14:00:04 UTC ]
"Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha" author Roddy Doyle found inspiration in pandemic lockdowns. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2022-02-23 12:00:09 UTC ]
Khristi Lauren Adams is exploring how Black girls are on the front lines of bringing change to some of today’s most pressing social issues, including suicide prevention and anti-bullying, diversity in literature, and so much more in her new book, ‘Unbossed.’ Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
On April 1, Agnes Ahlander Turner will take over as president of the scouting agency, while founder Maria Campbell assumes the role of executive chairman. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
Gina Gagliano, founder and former publishing director of Random House Graphic, has been named executive director of the Boston Book Festival. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
PW sat down to chat with acclaimed actor Oscar Isaac, veteran comics author Brian Buccellato, and illustrator Christian Ward about their new graphic novel, Head Wounds: Sparrow, creative collaboration, and a whole lot more. (Sponsored) Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
Publishers that take on social issues from a religious perspective put focus on healthcare as a moral issue. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
'Wall Street Journal' reporter John West is bringing a debut memoir to Eerdmans; Kar-Ben takes a picture book biography of 19th century leader, Rabbi Wise; and Convergent nabs a young astronaut’s inspiring story. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
Three publishing veterans—all women with extensive backgrounds in editing, acquisitions, and management —will take over leading roles at Westminster John Knox, Brazos, and Liturgical in challenging times for the church and society. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
New books from religion publishers are examining the emotional toll social media can take on users, but also the ways that online engagement has the potential to strengthen one’s faith. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
The Canadian arm of Simon & Schuster is to open its Scribner Canada imprint with works of Iain Reid and Deborah Thompson. The post Simon & Schuster Canada To Open a Canadian Scribner Imprint appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2022-02-23 01:48:53 UTC ]
Last week, a trade group representing major publishers including The New York Times, National Public Radio, News Corp. and Associated Press wrote to leaders of the Senate Judiciary Committee advocating for two bills that would curtail the dominance of tech giants in the U.S. The Open App Markets... Continue reading >> [ Source: AdWeek | 2022-02-22 22:10:40 UTC ]