Are publishers ready for Google’s ‘mobile-friendly’ rankings?

For its next algorithm change, Google is setting its sites on mobile. As the site's share of mobile searches approaches 50 percent, Google wants to crack down on sites with designs that are hostile to mobile screens. Google's fear is that if it links out to sites that don't work on mobile screens, users are are less likely to use it for mobile searching. That's potentially bad news for publishers, some of which haven't been as deliberate about staying on the right side of Google's new mobile guidelines. They could get burned. “It would foolhardy for someone who is responsible for mobile optimization or SEO within an unprepared brand to not expect to take a hit,” said Shahzad Abbas, digital media vp at Define Media Group. The post Are publishers ready for Google’s ‘mobile-friendly’ rankings? appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at 'Digiday'

[ Digiday | 2015-03-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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China’s Publishing Industry Seeks New Growth Amid Recovery

A look at China’s book market data shows signs of post-pandemic recovery, as well as new trends in book sales channels. The post China’s Publishing Industry Seeks New Growth Amid Recovery appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-10-08 00:27:24 UTC ]
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Heyday's Publisher Recounts His Own Heyday

In his debut, 'Tell Me Something, Tell Me Anything, Even If It’s a Lie: A Memoir in Essays' (Heyday, Oct.), Steve Wasserman collects 30 of his essays, spanning 45 years in journalism and publishing. We asked him for his takes on today’s book biz. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-10-04 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Europe’s APACE: Only 1 in 4 Publishers Produce Accessible Ebooks

Fondazione LIA's new APACE: 30 million Europeans await the EU Accessibility Act, but will publishers be there for them? The post Europe’s APACE: Only 1 in 4 Publishers Produce Accessible Ebooks appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-10-02 23:48:06 UTC ]
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Black British Book festival founder criticises lack of diversity in publishing

Increasing number of black authors forced to self-publish or promote work on social media, says Selina BrownThe founder of a book festival celebrating black authors has said they are “forced” to pave their own way into the publishing world because of a lack of diversity within the... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2024-10-02 16:06:33 UTC ]
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Why Whoopi Goldberg Helped Launch Family-Friendly Streaming Service BLKFam

Despite the entertainment industry having more streaming services than ever, Whoopi Goldberg and digital media veteran Larry Adams thought something was missing. That's where BLKFam comes in. Founded by Adams, BLKFam is a free, Black-owned, advertising-based... Continue reading at AdWeek

[ AdWeek | 2024-10-01 13:28:38 UTC ]
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Publishing Made Perfect: Spotlight on Perfect Bound

Perfect Bound is connecting publishers and printers on a global scale—using one remarkably efficient platform. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-30 04:00:00 UTC ]
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AI could be an existential threat to publishers – that’s why Mumsnet is fighting back | Justine Roberts

There is nothing wrong with mining content for data, but it has to be properly regulated and creators must be compensatedJustine Roberts is the CEO of MumsnetAfter nearly 25 years as a founder of Mumsnet, I considered myself pretty unshockable when it came to the workings of big tech. But my jaw... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2024-09-28 07:00:09 UTC ]
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Freedom to Publish: AAP Awards Belarus’ Januškevič Press

The Association of American Publishers honors a Belarusian publishing house working from Poland in exile for the freedom to publish. The post Freedom to Publish: AAP Awards Belarus’ Januškevič Press appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-09-27 21:18:27 UTC ]
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Canadian Publishing 2024: Orca’s Ruby Anniversary

The publisher is celebrating 40 years of growth, adaptation, and commitment to inclusive, diverse children’s literature. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: Building Community

The Canadian Independent Booksellers Association is gathering steam and growing its membership. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Canadian Publishing 2024: Building on Success

In her new role at the top of Simon & Schuster Canada, Nicole Winstanley wants to create a culture of inclusion. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Publishers, Advocates File New Complaint in Iowa Book Banning Case

Following an August 9 ruling by the Eighth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals, a coalition of publishers, authors, and advocates has filed a new complaint seeking to strike down the sweeping book ban provision in Iowa’s controversial law, SF 496. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: Unicorns and Glitter

Kids Can Press’s publisher says the book business can be demanding and unpredictable, but it’s also deeply fulfilling. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: Squeezed

The Association of Canadian Publishers says indies are under pressure due to rising costs and stagnant book prices. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: The Bellwether

Publishers in Canada hope changes at Indigo will revitalize the Canadian market. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: ECW at 50

The indie has made its mark as an eclectic and innovative publisher, in print and audio. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Frankfurt Book Fair 2024: Are We Publishing the Right Stories for Kids?

PW Talks with Lawrence Schimel, host of Frankfurt’s second annual children’s publishing conference. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: Bridging Cultures

Inuit artist Tanya Tagaq’s children’s debut is a bilingual counting book that introduces young readers to Inuit culture. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Publishing 2024: Lingua Franca

English-language publishers face unique challenges, and enjoy distinct advantages, in Francophone Quebec. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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International Publishers Call on Frankfurt to Cut Ties with Israel

Publishers for Palestine, a coalition of more than 500 publishers in 50 countries, issued an open letter demanding that organizers of the Frankfurt Book Fair, slated for October 16-20, "refuse collaboration with complicit Israel book publishers." Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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