5th Festival Neue Literatur to Bring German Authors to NYC

The fifth annual Festival Neue Literatur begins in NYC on February 28 with a series of readings and discussions with German-language authors. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2014-02-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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MacDowell's New Residency for Indigenous Authors

MacDowell and the Santa Fe–based Institute of American Indian Arts have launched a new fellowship program intended to make prestigious artists’ residencies accessible to Indigenous talent. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
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A Home for Asian American Authors

Third State Books, a new San Francisco–based publishing house from industry veteran Charles Kim and digital marketing executive Stephanie Lim, focuses exclusively on publishing Asian American and Pacific Islander voices and stories. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
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10 Books by Native Authors That Left Their Mark on Me

Poet and memoirist Sasha taqʷšəblu LaPointe recommends 10 books by Indigenous writers that influenced her. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
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10 Essential Books for Teens by Indigenous Authors

Angeline Boulley, a Printz Award Winner for 'Firekeeper’s Daughter' and the author of the forthcoming 'Warrior Girl Unearthed,' recommends 10 must-read books by Indigenous authors for teens. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Meet the Champion of Debut Authors

If you are a debut author or a literary fiction and nonfiction stan, you’ve likely heard of Debutiful. Adam Vitcavage launched the podcast and website dedicated to highlighting the work of debut authors in January 2019. It has since become a beacon in the literary community, helping over 100,000... Continue reading at Electric Literature

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German Book Trade Peace Prize: ‘Winter Aid for Ukraine’

As nominations open for the 2023 German Book Trade Peace Prize, the program joins in the 'Winter Aid Ukraine' campaign. The post German Book Trade Peace Prize: ‘Winter Aid for Ukraine’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-01-17 05:19:13 UTC ]
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Manhattan on the rocks: A novel's dual homage to '90s New York and a legendary author

In his debut novel 'Vintage Contemporaries,' Dan Kois tracks two friends with big dreams in '90s New York and pays homage to late author Laurie Colwin. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2023-01-13 14:00:22 UTC ]
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8 Brilliant Dark Academia Books by Authors of Color

Want to read more dark and twisty stories with academic settings? Dive into 8 brilliant dark academia books written by authors of color! Continue reading at Book Riot

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Kelcey Ervick Brings an Athlete’s Discipline to Writing

In one of my favorite pages of The Keeper, Kelcey Ervick‘s graphic memoir about her time as a goalie in the early days of Title IX, Ervick is, at this point, no longer a teenage soccer player. Time has passed, and she’s now a wife and a mother trying to take herself seriously as a … The post... Continue reading at The Millions

[ The Millions | 2023-01-11 11:00:04 UTC ]
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German Nonfiction Prize: 206 Titles Entered in the 2023 Competition

This year's books submitted for the German Nonfiction Prize include books written in German from the United Kingdom and Liechtenstein. The post German Nonfiction Prize: 206 Titles Entered in the 2023 Competition appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-01-11 01:51:25 UTC ]
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Authors Sue Alleged ‘Predatory’ Publisher Over Unpaid Royalties

Coordinated by the Authors Guild, the suit claims that Authors’ Place Press and its predecessor Motivational Press have failed to fulfill their contractual obligations and have refused to pay or properly account for royalties earned. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-10 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Jean Paré, Best-Selling ‘Everyday’ Cookbook Author, Dies at 95

With easy-to-follow recipes developed in her native Canada, she became one of the world’s top cookbook authors, publishing more than 30 million copies. Continue reading at The New York Times

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German Book Market in 2022: Sales Down 2.1 Percent

The Börsenverein reports on book sales and bestsellers in German book market in 2022 and depicts 'a major economic challenge.' The post German Book Market in 2022: Sales Down 2.1 Percent appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-01-05 14:26:20 UTC ]
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Why AI audiobook narrators could win over some authors and readers, despite the vocal bumps

Apple and Google’s AI turn in a booming market may sound less than human and raise the ire of voiceover actors, but it has cost benefits For the first few seconds, the narrator of Kristen Ethridge’s new romance audiobook, Shelter from the Storm, sounds like a human being. The voice is light and... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2023-01-05 06:41:18 UTC ]
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Barnes & Noble to Host Inaugural BookTok Festival

The bookstore chain has announced the first-ever BookTok Festival will be held at its flagship store in New York City's Union Square on February 4. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Nielsen brings next-gen measurement to market—but isn't using it for deals yet

Long-awaited Nielsen One is ready to use, but not ready for trading as VAB call it a 'work in progress.' Continue reading at Advertising Age

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A new indie bookstore named for Octavia Butler is opening in the author’s hometown.

Here’s a piece of good literary news to start the year: a new independent bookstore named after the legendary Octavia E. Butler is opening in Pasadena, California, where the late Sci-Fi icon was born and raised. I took the leap and quit my job to open my very own bookstore. Octavia’s Bookshelf... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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Select Book Conferences, Fairs & Festivals January–June 2023

With the three-year anniversary of the pandemic’s official start date just around the corner, the global book industry—at least outside of Asia—has generally returned to business as usual, with tentpole events being held in person. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Top-selling Canadian cookbook author Jean Paré dies in Edmonton at age 95

Jean Paré, a farm girl from a small village in rural Alberta, and who gained worldwide fame for her Company's Coming cookbook series, has died. Continue reading at CBC

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Hervé Tullet Reflects on a Career of Creating Creatively Unconventional Children’s Literature

Hervé Tullet is a perennial favorite among buyers and sellers of children’s books as well as among the art crowd. His books have been translated into many languages, and he’s been featured in exhibitions around the world. * THE BOOKS   Comment papa a rencontré maman (How dad met mom), Hachette... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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