AASL 2017: Making the Most of AASL

We asked librarians and exhibitors heading to this year's American Association of School Librarians National Conference, which runs November 9–11 in Phoenix, what they plan to accomplish at the show and why they find it valuable. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

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Editors’ Picks: Our Favorite Magazine Stories of 2017

As the year comes to a close, top editors weigh in on the magazine articles that moved them the most. The post Editors’ Picks: Our Favorite Magazine Stories of 2017 appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

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International Hot Book Properties, Week of December 11, 2017

This week's hot books include a Dutch novel selling in several territories and a debut Australian novel sold to Small Beer Press. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Global Kids Connect 2017: 'Breaking Through the Clutter' with Attention-Grabbing Content

Publishing experts spoke about standing out in a crowded marketplace at the third annual Global Kids Connect conference, held in New York City on December 4. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Global Kids Connect 2017: Publishers Tackle Hot Topics

Four top children’s book publishers and agents closed out this year's GKC conference with a discussion of global trends. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Religion & Spirituality Update 2017: All Our Coverage

This season’s religion and spirituality highlights include new books by scholars that explore religious freedom, Islam, and Scripture; dozens of books aimed at broadening understanding across cultures; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Apple’s App of the Year Makes Sense If You've Been Paying Attention to the News

For a picture of what life was like in 2017, look no further than the apps, movies, books, and music that topped the App Store and iTunes charts. This week, Apple revealed the most popular titles that iOS users downloaded over the course of the year. In terms of media, the top choices weren’t... Continue reading at Slate

[ Slate | 2017-12-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Top Authors Pick Their Favorite Books of 2017

We asked the authors of our top 10 books of 2017, announced in the October 30 issue, to share their favorite titles published this year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At FutureBook 2017: The Contributions of Publishing’s Conference Contrarians

At a time of political tumult, FutureBook 2017 was a comparatively steady event, rocked only occasionally by the contrarian views that make sparks fly. The post At FutureBook 2017: The Contributions of Publishing’s Conference Contrarians appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Apple iBooks Category Bestsellers, December 3, 2017

The bestselling iBooks in mystery, romance, sci-fi, biography, fiction, and more for the week ended December 3, 2017. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Book Deals: Week of December 11, 2017

Putnam invests in Rowley’s sophomore novel, Pegasus buys a memoir by a humanitarian aid worker, journalist Keah Brown takes an essay collection to Atria, and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The Week in Libraries: December 8, 2017

This week: why you need to be at next year's ALA National Library Legislative Day; The battle over net neutrality shifts to Congress; and comic book fans can now access Marvel comics via hoopla digital. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Nineteen first-timers make Bookseller 100

This year’s ton of book trade figureheads contains fresh faces, evergreens and returning inclusions, but most are united by a single concern: how the uncertain political climate will affect their business in the years to come. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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This Week's Bestsellers: December 11, 2017

Must-have kitchen gadget the Instant Pot continues to be a boon for cookbook publishing. Plus Madeleine L’Engle’s ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ prepares for its big-screen debut, and E.L. James’s Christian Grey tell a ‘Darker’ tale. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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PW Picks: Books of the Week, December 11, 2017

This week: how fear has shaped America, plus a pulse-pounding crime novel set in Australia. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Global Kids Connect 2017: Publishing Professionals Talk International Growth

Foreign rights experts gathered during this week's GKC conference for a discussion of some of the areas of recent growth within the children's market. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bookstore News: December 6, 2017

New bookstore to open in Anchorage; the university trying to buy its bookstore; B&N to close San Jose store; the Texas library bookstore moving online; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Global Kids Connect 2017 Brings Data, Diversity to the Stage

At the third annual Global Kids Connect conference, held Monday in New York City, children's publishing luminaries discussed hot topics in the kids' sector, in GKC's first afternoon-only event. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Ad Age's Magazines of the Year 2017: See All the Winners

When we started working on the annual Ad Age Magazines of the Year package in the fall, there were six large magazine publishers: American Media Inc., Cond Nast, Hearst, Meredith, Rodale and Time Inc.Soononce Hearst finalizes its acquisition of Rodale, and Meredith swallows Time Inc.there will... Continue reading at Advertising Age

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At FutureBook 2017: Looking for More Volume in Audiobooks, Proving Impact in EdTech

Two tracks of programming at London's FutureBook conference held distinct messages for attendees, players from audiobooks and edtech talking 'efficacy.'  The post At FutureBook 2017: Looking for More Volume in Audiobooks, Proving Impact in EdTech appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Here’s Bill Gates’s 2017 Holiday Reading List

Five books–from urban poverty to the history of energy–that the philanthropist says you should be reading this winter. Bill Gates just released his 2017 holiday reading list, part of a semi-annual effort to push the public toward five books that might expand how they think or feel. Of course,... Continue reading at Fast Company

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