ALA 2017: Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel Urges Librarians to 'Stay Strong'

In a short address, Emanuel welcomed librarians to his city, offering words of support amidst the steep political challenges facing the profession. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-24 00:00:00 UTC ]

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Attendance Strong at AWP 2016

More than 800 exhibitors, including Penguin Random House for the first time, and 12,000 attendees made the 2016 AWP conference a busy one. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Anderson Cooper Delights Librarians at 2016 PLA Conference Opener

In a packed auditorium, Cooper talked about the book he co-wrote with his mother, Gloria Vanderbilt, out this week. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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iBooks Bestsellers: Coben Stays #1

Harlan Coben's latest remained in the top slot and Jojo Moyes moved up to #3 on the iBooks bestsellers chart for the week that ended April 3. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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TLA 2016: Four Questions for ALA President-Elect Julie Todaro

Incoming ALA president Julie Todaro talks funding, Spanish-language services, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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School & Library Spotlight: How Publishers Are Helping Librarians

We talk to a number of library marketing departments for details on publisher-made resources created to assist educators and librarians in the classroom. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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School & Library Spotlight: Two School Librarians Write a Publishing Wishlist

In the first in a series of library roundups, two school librarians interview each other about what titles their collections could use the most. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chicago’s BEA BookCon Adds Memoirist-Comedian Tig Notaro

Not only BookExpo America but also its consumer-facing BookCon will be in Chicago in May, trading New York's Javits Center for the McCormick Place complex. The post Chicago’s BEA BookCon Adds Memoirist-Comedian Tig Notaro appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-03-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chicago’s C2E2 Showcased Marvel, Viz Media, and TV’s Supergirl

The show featured new superhero series from Marvel and Valiant, an Andre the Giant graphic bio from Lion Forge, new exhibitors Viz and Crunchyroll. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-03-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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NLT report urges fathers to read with children

The National Literacy Trust is urging more fathers to get involved with their children’s reading, after a survey revealed that only a third of dads said they have the most influence over their child’s literacy development. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-03-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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'Read wisely,' Sceptre urges as it marks 30th year

Hodder & Stoughton literary imprint Sceptre will mark its 30th anniversary this year with a series of events and promotions, branded with a motto that says "Read wisely. Read Sceptre." Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-03-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PLA 2016: Five Ways Librarians Can Keep Up With Tech Trends

Jennifer Koerber, co-author of 'Emerging Technologies: A Primer for Librarians' offers tips on sifting through the hype surrounding technology developments. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-03-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Indies strong on YA Book Prize shortlist

Independent publishers Bloomsbury Children’s and David Fickling Books are leading the shortlist for this year’s Bookseller’s YA Book Prize, run in association with book printer Clays. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-03-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Supreme Court stays out of Batmobile case, a victory for DC Comics' copyright crusade

Pow! Zap! Bam! DC Comics has won its crusade against Batmobile duplicates. The comic book publisher's legal battle with a Temecula mechanic over knockoffs of Batman's prized vehicle won't go before the Supreme Court.  On Monday, the high court declined to hear an appeal of a lower court ruling... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2016-03-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Obama Nominates Carla Hayden for Librarian of Congress

President Obama has announced Carla Hayden, CEO of the Enoch Pratt Free Library in Baltimore, as his nominee to become the 14th Librarian of Congress. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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A Strong Focus on Children's Books at Taipei Fair

The Taipei International Book Exhibition has always been known for its large congregation of overseas exhibitors, and this year's event, running from February 16–-21, continues the tradition. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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With Last-Minute Reprieve, St. Mark’s Stays Open

The troubled New York City bookstore that was threatened with closure yesterday, got a one-week reprieve for an impending auction of its remaining inventory. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Non-traditional outlets saw ‘strong growth’ in 2015

Book sales through non-traditional retailers are booming, publishers and retailers have reported, but competition is becoming ever fiercer among publishers to secure coveted shelf space in retailers such as Anthropologie, Urban Outfitters, Joy, T K Maxx or The White Stuff. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-02-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Despite Strong Q3, Indigo Downsized in January

Although the Canadian retailer just released positive news about its performance through December, it sill opted to downsize in January. PW has learned that among the roughly 20 staffers laid off, a number were veteran book buyers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Indigo Reports Strong Q3

Revenue at Indigo Books & Music rose 12.9% in the third quarter ended December 26, 2015 compared to the third period a year ago. Net earnings in the quarter jumped 60%, to C$52.8 million. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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