AWP 2017: Writers Get Political as Conference Opens

The Association of Writers & Writing Programs, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, kicked off its annual conference on Thursday with politics on people's minds, as exhibitors, panelists and attendees expressed their opposition to the Trump presidency. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-02-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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At London Book Fair: Hay Festival Names ‘Århus 39’ Writers

Working with UNESCO's European Capital of Culture program for Denmark this autumn, Hay Festival plans a new children's literature festival for October. The post At London Book Fair: Hay Festival Names ‘Århus 39’ Writers appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-03-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bookstore News: March 17, 2017

Buffalo's Talking Leaves to Close One Location; WORD KIDS bookstore to open in Brooklyn, Wild Detectives Facebook clickbait depicts classic novels; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Children's Books in China 2017: A Quick Survey of Bestselling Titles in China

A survey on what is selling in the market based on sales from bricks-and-mortar operations and online portals plus a look at a dozen major publishers’ revenues have revealed some of the bestselling titles in 2016 in China. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Children's Books in China 2017: Hunan Juvenile & Children’s Publishing House

Striving to uphold its stated mission to be “a kid’s best friend,” Hunan Juvenile & Children’s Publishing House has been on a 35-year journey to assemble the best children’s materials from near and far. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Children's Books in China 2017: A Gallery of Hot Titles from China

The titles Chinese publishers are bringing to the Bologna Children’s Book Fair in April run the gamut from downright whimsical to outrageously adventurous. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Bologna Children's Book Fair Preview, 2017

This year's Bologna Children's Book Fair promises to be a colorful mashup of art, commerce, and technology. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Children's Books in China 2017: An Overview of the Children’s Book Market in China

Though describing the massive Chinese children’s book market is as easy as A, B, C (amazing, booming, crowded), explaining the forces behind its growth may take more than 1, 2, 3—but that is still a very good way to start. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Children's Books in China 2017: Juvenile & Children’s Publishing House

Established in 1952, Juvenile & Children’s Publishing House was China’s first professional children’s publisher and is part of the much larger Shanghai Century Publishing. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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ALA Presents Senator John Tester with 2017 James Madison Award

The award honors organizations or individuals who have championed the public’s right to government information. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair 2017: Judge Pierre Leval Defends Google Books Decision, Fair Use

The author of the appeals court decision that legalized Google Books last April told attendees that the case was not close. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair 2017: A Few Novels Gain Buzz Amid Restrained Deal-Making

With no single title emerging as the big book of the fair, and gossip still focused on recent reports about the $65 million advance the Obamas landed from Penguin Random House, a number of novels have been the subject of chatter. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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LBF Watch: UK’s International Literature Showcase Names 2017 Participants

With activities scheduled to begin in June, this program for promotion of British authors and literary organization is in its second annual round. The post LBF Watch: UK’s International Literature Showcase Names 2017 Participants appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair Opens on an Upbeat, Busy Note

With publicity agents churning out releases and publishers' stands hectic with meetings, London Book Fair has opened its crowded three-day schedule. The post London Book Fair Opens on an Upbeat, Busy Note appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair 2017: Bigger Crowds, Optimism as London Book Fair Hits Its Stride

Surging visitor numbers and a weaker pound have buoyed spirits at a busy 2017 London Book Fair. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair 2017: Four Questions for IPA President Michiel Kolman

Last Fall, Michiel Kolman was elected to succeed Bloomsbury’s Richard Charkin as president of the International Publishers Association (IPA)—and he takes over at a tumultuous time. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Swedish debut thriller racks up 10 international deals ahead of LBF 2017

Debutant Elisabeth Norebäck has racked up at least 10 international deals for her debut psychological thriller In My Blood ahead of the London Book Fair, with world English rights pre-empted by Penguin Random House US. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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London Book Fair 2017: Cory Doctorow Unveils His Latest Publishing Experiment—Fair Trade E-Books

For his forthcoming book, Walkaway, out in April, the bestselling author has devised a novel approach to selling the digital edition. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair 2017: For Publishers, Business Is Booming, but Brexit Means Uncertainty

For a second year in a row, publishers arrived at the London Book Fair with the wind at their backs. Will Brexit change that? Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At London Book Fair’s Quantum Conference: Stakes and Statistics

In a smooth transition to its new Nielsen-partnered format, London Book Fair's flagship Quantum Conference leans on data, optimism, and conversation. The post At London Book Fair’s Quantum Conference: Stakes and Statistics appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair 2017: More Evidence of a Print Renaissance in the U.K.

Steve Bohme, research director at Nielsen Book Research U.K. said British print book purchases rose for the second year in a row. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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