We chatted with Rena Barron about her debut novel KINGDOM OF SOULS, the process of writing it, the story and the excitement behind it. Continue reading >> [ Source: Book Riot | 2019-10-29 10:40:44 UTC ]
The 2019 Sharjah International Book Fair cultural and cooking programs offer their own busy schedules, during the full 11 days of the fair's 38th run. The post Sharjah’s 38th International Book Fair Welcomes 60 International Authors and Chefs appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2019-10-27 00:37:26 UTC ]
Two authors from the recent Future Tense Fiction anthology discuss how they approach their craft. Continue reading >> [ Source: Slate | 2019-10-25 11:30:07 UTC ]
The upcoming book "Carrie Fisher: A Life on the Edge," by Sheila Weller, is being publicly disavowed by some of the late "Star Wars" actress' family members. Continue reading >> [ Source: Los Angeles Times | 2019-10-24 23:17:51 UTC ]
The author of “How We Fight For Our Lives” explains why he left the Big Apple for the Midwest Continue reading >> [ Source: The Washington Post | 2019-10-22 19:00:00 UTC ]
While literary fiction often sidesteps the climate crisis, eco-horror is filling the breach. Continue reading >> [ Source: The New York Times | 2019-10-19 09:00:04 UTC ]
The first black woman to win the Booker prize argues that a revolution is sweeping through British publishing. But can it lead to lasting change?Chidera Eggerue, AKA The Slumflower, is a social media star, south-east London homegirl and feminist. She first came to prominence in 2017 when she... Continue reading >> [ Source: The Guardian | 2019-10-19 07:00:24 UTC ]
French literary agency Astier-Péche announces in Frankfurt their representation of Mohamed Leftah's estate and sold English rights to Other Press. The post Astier-Pécher Literary Agency Acquires Rights to Moroccan Author Mohamed Leftah’s Estate appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishing Perspectives | 2019-10-17 07:15:12 UTC ]
Jim Field makes his author-illustrator début with the perfect picture book for budding language learners. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-16 20:29:18 UTC ]
Headline imprint Tinder Press is publishing the "life-changing" new novel from The Secret Life of Bees author Sue Monk Kidd. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-16 18:58:25 UTC ]
A lauded but not very lucrative writing career was turned on its head for Colson Whitehead, after Pulitzer and National Book Award wins put his name in lights. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-16 17:16:59 UTC ]
The Norwegian author, brought to UK readers by Orenda Books, discusses sibling rivalry, the Guest of Honour slot and translation protocol. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-16 04:43:28 UTC ]
Tommy Orange, the award-winning author of “There, There,” recommends his favorite books by Native writers. Continue reading >> [ Source: The New York Times | 2019-10-14 22:12:55 UTC ]
It's the height of literary award season and WD senior editor Amy Jones considers what prizes like The Booker Prize have to offer readers and writers. The post Benefits of The Booker Prize and Other Literary Awards for Writers (Besides the Money) by Amy Jones appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading >> [ Source: Writer's Digest | 2019-10-14 19:33:33 UTC ]
Young Adult author Non Pratt is to visit 10 Scottish schools this autumn in a book tour organised by Scottish Book Trust and supported by investment organisation Scottish Friendly. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-14 17:17:47 UTC ]
When I think of literary authors, I often imagine my college reading list — and my lecturer’s pontifications on how their books have been meticulously etched into the canon of cultural significance. I rarely think about storytime with Mom and Dad. So would you believe it if I told you that Nobel... Continue reading >> [ Source: Electric Literature | 2019-10-11 11:00:05 UTC ]
William Kent Krueger’s career arc is an example of what publishers claim they want to do but find it increasingly hard to accomplish: grow an author. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2019-10-11 04:00:00 UTC ]
Ethiopian writer, activist and co-founder of blogging platform Zone 9 Befeqadu Hailu has been named International Writer of Courage at the PEN Pinter Prize ceremony. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-10 20:42:42 UTC ]
Following its decision to close all bricks-and-mortar store locations, LifeWay Christian Resources is offering other retailers a discount on all LifeWay branded products as well as books from its B&H imprint as part of a new program. Over 400 stores have signed up since June. Continue reading >> [ Source: Publishers Weekly | 2019-10-09 04:00:00 UTC ]
Chicken House has struck a three-book deal with debut author Holly Rivers for her middle-grade mystery series, Demelza and the Spectre Detectors. Continue reading >> [ Source: The Bookseller | 2019-10-08 23:08:40 UTC ]