An Unsolicited Manuscript Becomes a Hot Pre-Frankfurt Property

The debut novel ‘A Kindness,’ which literary agent Helen Heller received a little over a week ago after responding to an unsolicited pitch letter, is gaining pre-Frankfurt Book Fair buzz after being preempted in the U.S. by Pamela Dorman for high six figures. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-10-10 04:00:00 UTC ]

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An Iranian American Rom-Com That Breaks the Mold

Mariam Rahmani’s debut novel is both charmingly familiar and totally unpredictable. Continue reading at The Atlantic

[ The Atlantic | 2025-03-26 14:00:00 UTC ]
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Headed for Bologna for a Second Year: The Philippines

The well-developed children's sector will be on display at the Philippine National Stand at Bologna Children's Book Fair, Hall 30. The post Headed for Bologna for a Second Year: The Philippines appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-21 23:41:25 UTC ]
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‘Where the Boys Are’: Rebel Girl Francesca Cavallo

At Bologna Children's Book Fair, Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls' Francesca Cavallo talks about her new 'Stellar Stores for Boys of the Future.' The post ‘Where the Boys Are’: Rebel Girl Francesca Cavallo appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-21 00:53:25 UTC ]
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At Bologna: IBBY’s International Children’s Book Day

During Bologna Children's Book Fair, IBBY's annual International Children's Book Day will be observed, this year sponsored by the Netherlands. The post At Bologna: IBBY’s International Children’s Book Day appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-19 23:32:04 UTC ]
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Carnegie Medals: Masculinity-Themed Titles Now on the Shortlists

The 2025 Carnegie Medals bring forward much-needed books themed on youth and masculinity, now in the program’s shortlists. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson Winners To Be Named June 19 nnounced at a panel event at London Book Fair on the trade show’s frenetic first day,... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-14 09:13:11 UTC ]
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London Book Fair Reports ‘Around 30,000’ Attendees

The 2025 London Book Fair drew 'around 30,000' attendees and a 10-percent boost in rights-center table sales. The post London Book Fair Reports ‘Around 30,000’ Attendees appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-14 05:29:14 UTC ]
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Bologna 2025: Expanding the Book Fair Tent

The Bologna Children’s Book Fair, scheduled from March 31 to April 3, will once again bring the book world to Italy as it continues to grow beyond its traditional remit focused on children’s books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Bologna 2025: BCBF Welcomes Guest of Honor Estonia

Estonia will serve as Guest of Honor at the 2025 Bologna Children’s Book Fair, marking the Baltic nation’s first time in this prominent role at the world’s largest children’s publishing event. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair Week: ‘International Adults’ Hail UK Publishing

The United Kingdom’s Publishers Association has a survey describing the good reputation of the UK’s books. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson Reputational Value t’s already being cheered for its “Great Copyright Heist” description of the UK government’s AI “opt-out proposal”... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-03-10 11:54:57 UTC ]
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London Book Fair 2025: The Books of the Show

It’s one of the busiest weeks for dealmaking on the book business calendar. We’re keeping track of the big book deals you need to know about while out exploring the show floor—so you don’t have to. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-03-10 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Shubha Sunder on Writing an Immigrant Story Through the Lens of a Visa Year

In this land of opportunities, being an immigrant can often feel like playing a round of Twister. A certain contortion of mind, language, and will power seems written into the script; a lot of territory remains untouchable.  Shubha Sunder’s debut novel Optional Practical Training is named after... Continue reading at Electric Literature

[ Electric Literature | 2025-03-07 12:05:00 UTC ]
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Kathryn Stockett, Who Wrote ‘The Help,’ Has a Second Novel

Fifteen years ago, Kathryn Stockett’s debut novel became a best seller, but was also heavily criticized for its portrayal of Black characters. Now, she has written second novel, “The Calamity Club.” Continue reading at The New York Times

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In “Woodworking,” A Trans Teen and a Closeted Teacher Forge A Bond in Rural America

Emily St. James’s debut novel Woodworking chronicles the developing friendship between a 16-year-old trans girl and her recently-out-to-herself English teacher in Mitchell, South Dakota in the months leading up to the 2016 election. In a town like Mitchell, secrets are few and far between,... Continue reading at Electric Literature

[ Electric Literature | 2025-03-06 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Lit Hub Daily: March 5, 2025

Dr. Seema Jilani on the hypocrisy of Western liberal institutions and why “nothing could have prepared me for a Gaza emergency room.” | Lit Hub Politics Julie Zigoris chronicles how the San Francisco Rare Book Fair showcased the resilience of booksellers in the wake of the LA wildfires. | Lit... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2025-03-05 11:30:34 UTC ]
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How the San Francisco Rare Book Fair Became a Refuge from the LA Wildfires

The weather at San Francisco’s Rare Book Fair the first weekend of February was the sort that Angelenos had been hoping for in the previous weeks: a light, constant drizzle. The rain didn’t keep literary treasure hunters away, and organizers reported the largest ever attendance with more than... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2025-03-05 09:58:17 UTC ]
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Exclusive Cover Reveal of “These Memories Do Not Belong to Us” by Yiming Ma

Electric Literature is pleased to reveal the cover of These Memories Do Not Belong to Us, the highly-anticipated debut novel by Yiming Ma, which will be published by Mariner Books in the US and McClelland & Stewart in Canada on August 12, 2025. You can pre-order here in US or here in Canada.... Continue reading at Electric Literature

[ Electric Literature | 2025-03-04 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Rockstar Games Cofounder Novelizes Popular Podcast for New Imprint

Dan Houser will publish his debut novel A Better Paradise Volume One: An Aftermath, an adaptation of his hit podcast, this fall. The book is the first title from the new publishing arm of his entertainment company, Absurd Ventures. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-02-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
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'We Were the Lucky Ones' author revisits WWII Europe with less satisfying results

Georgia Hunter's debut novel about a Polish Jewish family that survived the Holocaust was turned into a Hulu series. Her second novel, 'One Good Thing,' revisits WWII Europe but is a more conventional work. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

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London Book Fair 2025: Programming Highlights for Thursday, March 13

Thursday’s top sessions include multiple discussions on encouraging the next generation of publishers, deep dives into AI and sustainability, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair 2025: Programming Highlights for Wednesday, March 12

Wednesday’s top sessions include conversations on the process of bringing books to screen, the current state of literature in Lebanon, Palestine, and Syria, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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