‘A German Life’ Memoir Finds Strong International Rights Interest

A memoir from the Nazi era, ‘A German Life’ has been bolstered by the documentary film on its subject, the late Brunhilde Pomsel. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson ‘Publishers’ Journalistic Obligation’ t’s a very fast takeoff in international sales for the April publication of Brunhilde Pomsel’s book, written with Thore D. Hansen, A German Life: What the Story of Goebbels’ ... The post ‘A German Life’ Memoir Finds Strong International Rights Interest appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-05-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Rights Roundup: The Quick Pivot, London to Bologna

On the off-ramp from London Book Fair and road to Bologna: rights news from Palestine, Italy, Croatia, Finland, the States and Québec. The post Rights Roundup: The Quick Pivot, London to Bologna appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-03-22 19:04:05 UTC ]
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Pope Francis Launches New Book, 'Life,' with HarperCollins

Four HarperCollins executives traveled to the Vatican last weekend to present eight different editions of 'Life, My Life Story Through History' by Pope Francis, which was released on March 19 and is being published in all of the publisher's global markets. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-20 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Join the Trans Rights Readathon March 22-29

What's your favorite book by a trans author or featuring a trans main character? Continue reading at Book Riot

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Shelf Life Books in Richmond Unionizes

Workers at Shelf Life Books in Richmond, Va., have joined the United Food & Commercial Workers Local 400 Union, making them the first booksellers in the city to unionize. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Rights Deals Highlighted by London Book Fair’s Organizers

From a sold-out rights center of more than 500 tables and across the fair, London Book Fair organizers report highlighted rights deals. The post Rights Deals Highlighted by London Book Fair’s Organizers appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-03-15 06:30:16 UTC ]
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Eating in the Club- Cookbooks and Foodie Memoirs for Your Book Club

Which cookbook or foodie memoir would you like your book club to discuss and make the food from? Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2024-03-13 17:00:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair Charity: Book Aid International Sends More Books to Ukraine

Following its first 25,000-book shipment to Kyiv, Book Aid International at London Book Fair announces that 15,000 more books are heading to Ukraine. The post London Book Fair Charity: Book Aid International Sends More Books to Ukraine appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-03-13 09:25:56 UTC ]
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Here’s the longlist for the 2024 International Booker Prize.

Today, the International Booker Prize—which seeks to honor the best novels and short story collections in translation published in the UK and/or Ireland every year—announced its 2024 longlist. The 13 books on this year’s longlist were selected from 149 books published between May 1, 2023 and... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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I didn’t get the credit for my bestselling book: the secret life of the celebrity ghost writer

There’s nothing quite like finding six new releases on display in a bookstore – all of which you’ve written, and none of which has your name on itA few years back, a long-held dream of mine came true: a book I wrote became a runaway hit.You’ve probably read the book. You’ve definitely seen the... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2024-03-11 14:00:31 UTC ]
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Higher Prices Boost Book Sales in International Markets

Revenue in 12 of 16 overseas book markets rose last year, even as unit sales fell, according to a new joint report from Nielsen/GFK Entertainment. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-08 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Rizzoli International to Launch U.K. Publishing Arm

The London-based Rizzoli UK will be headed up by Stephen King, who has been appointed managing director. The new business will also develop original titles to be published under the Rizzoli Universe imprint. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-07 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Bookseller Oral History Project Finds Permanent Home at the University of Iowa Libraries

The Bookseller Oral History Project, a program intended to document and preserve the history of bookselling in the U.S., has found a permanent home at the University of Iowa Libraries. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-05 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Jerusalem International Book Forum Delays Its Next Edition to 2025

The Jerusalem International Book Forum is postponed to May 2025, citing the need for 'a secure, safe, and open atmosphere.' The post Jerusalem International Book Forum Delays Its Next Edition to 2025 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Rights Roundup: Dreamscape’s Jon Fosse Audiobooks

Our pre-London Book Fair Rights Roundup brings together work originating in Norway, Poland, Switzerland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Québec. The post Rights Roundup: Dreamscape’s Jon Fosse Audiobooks appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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A Memoir Shouldn’t Boss You Around

Lily Meyer recommends books that recollect personal experience without being prescriptive. Continue reading at The Atlantic

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An indie publisher finds its future – with a public library

Angel City Press in Los Angeles has long published local authors. In a bold move, its founders are now giving the press to the city’s public library. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor

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New Lee & Low Diversity Baseline Survey Finds Minor Changes

The third edition of the survey found the industry to be slightly more diverse in terms of its racial and gender makeup than it was four years ago. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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U.K. Publishing Spotlight: Footnote Press Finds Meaning in the Margins

The managing director of the publishing startup describes her disruptive agenda and promises a list of "strong, game-changing voices." Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
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A Restructured Torrey House Press Finds Success in Diversifying Its List

Two years after a major restructuring of the press that included a commitment to diversifying its list, Torrey House in Salt Lake City has attained greater visibility on a national scale—as well as a spike in sales. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-02-22 05:00:00 UTC ]
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3 New Novels Inspired by Real-Life History

Some stories are ripped from the headlines; others are ripped from history. Three new novels publishing this week explore the lives of historical figures who left a mark on their respective eras. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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