Bertelsmann reports revenue, profit rise

Random House parent company Bertelsmann has reported an increase in revenues in its first quarter... Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2012-05-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
News tagged with: #profit rise

Other Publishing stories related to: 'Bertelsmann reports revenue, profit rise'


Check it Out with Michael Kelley: The Rise in Digital Pricing

Pricing has always been a sensitive topic for publishers and libraries, dating back to the advent of “big deal” style e-journal packages and the so-called serials crisis. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-07-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #digital pricing #michael kelley #dating back


AP replaces reporters with automated system to produce company results

America's leading news agency, the Associated Press, has announced that most of its stories about the quarterly results for US companies will be produced in future through the use of automation technology.Calling the move "a leap forward," AP's managing director, Lou Ferrara, explains: "For many... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2014-07-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #automated system #quarterly results #lou ferrara


Swedish e-tailers reported for data violation

Two Swedish online bookstores, CD-on and Bonnier-owned Adlibris, have been reported to the... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2014-07-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this |


Diamond Comic-Con Report: Graphic Novels, Merch Up, Periodicals Down

Total 2014 half-year figures are up 3.8% over 2013 and 12% over 2012, suggesting a healthier, diversifying market for comics specialty stores. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-06-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #graphic novels


Mail Online chief in clash with Australian reporter over copyright

Media journalist from Rupert Murdoch paper tried to confront Martin Clarke over alleged lifting of articles from other sitesThe spat between News Corp and Mail Online over copyright in Australia has spilled over to the Cannes Lions advertising festival, with a late night altercation between... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2014-06-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #mail online


Bertelsmann to close German-language book club

Bertelsmann is to close its German-language book club business because of a “decreasing... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2014-06-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this |


Recipe Report: 'One-Hour Cheese' by Claudia Lucero

With Claudia Lucero's "One-Hour Cheese," basic techniques and even more basic ingredients can yield a variety of cheeses in no time at all. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-06-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #recipe report #basic techniques


Rising Stars 2014 list revealed

The main theme emerging in The Bookseller Rising Stars list—the annual run-down of the best... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2014-06-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this |


Magazine publisher ShortList Media reports losses of almost £1m

Company hit by launch of Stylist in France and investment in fashion website Never UnderdressedMagazine publisher ShortList Media has reported a loss of almost £1m in its most recent annual accounts after being hit by the tough launch of Stylist in France and investing in fashion site Never... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2014-06-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #company hit


Native Ad Revenue May Be One Click Away With ‘Selfies’

Community news publishers everywhere are searching hard for new revenue. But who knew that dollars might be staring them virtually  in the face?   Broadstreet, which provides ad services to news publishers, is offering a new ad unit c ... Continue reading at Editor & Publisher

[ Editor & Publisher | 2014-06-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #ad services #news publishers #ad unit


From Coachella to a Cookbook, Coolhaus Ice Cream Is on the Rise

In 2008, Coolhaus operated out of a food truck that barely ran. Now, its ice cream can be found nationwide. Here's how it happened. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-06-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #food truck #ice cream


Buyer's Guide: Diversifying Revenue with Video, Webinars, and Events

By John Parsons This article is from the  Publishing Executive  Buyer's Guide   which is a publisher's reference on emerging technology in the media industry. You can find other Buyer's Guide Sections here: ... Continue reading at Publishing Executive

[ Publishing Executive | 2014-06-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #guide sections #emerging technology #media industry #digital publishing


Amazon Reportedly Will Launch Music-Streaming Service This Summer

Amazon will launch a music-streaming service under its Prime membership plan, BuzzFeed reported Thursday. According to the news site, the e-commerce giant has inked deals with two out of the three major music labels, Warner Music Group and Sony Music Entertainment. The service, slated for June... Continue reading at AdWeek

[ AdWeek | 2014-05-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #streaming music #$3 billion


Report to EC calls for full VAT on physical books

Reduced or zero rates of VAT should be removed from physical books to create a single rate across... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2014-05-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #physical books


Amazon war with Hachette over ebook profit margins intensifies

Dispute has also dragged in authors including JK Rowling and James PattersonIt is another mystery for inspector Rebus to solve. Why is Amazon UK selling Saints of the Shadow Bible, the latest instalment of Ian Rankin's best-selling series about the Edinburgh sleuth, for half the price being... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2014-05-28 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #ian rankin #cover price #latest instalment


ABA Membership Rises

The American Booksellers Association told the Associated Press Tuesday that its core membership has increased to 1,664, up from 1,632 last year and more than 200 higher since 2009. It's the fifth straight increase for ABA membership. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this |


Sales Rise, Earnings Dip at Bloomsbury

Revenue at U.K.-based Bloomsbury rose 11% in the fiscal year ended February 28, 2014, to £109.5 million, compared to the previous year. Operating profit dipped to £7.7 million from £7.8 million. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #sales rise #earnings dip


Audio on the Rise: Focus on Audio 2014

Preliminary sales estimates from the Association of American Publishers StatShot program showed that sales of digital downloads of audiobooks rose about 18% in 2013, while sales of physical audio were about even with 2012, a trend that is in keeping with what has been happening with physical and... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #digital downloads #digital books


Murphy Rises at SMP

John Murphy, divisional v-p and director of publicity at St. Martin's Press, has been promoted to the newly created role of v-p, publishing strategy. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #john murphy #publishing strategy


At PW, Coffey Retires and Milliot Rises

In June, Michael Coffey, one of PW's co-editorial directors, will retire. With this move, Jim Milliot will take the helm as editorial director of the company. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-05-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
More news stories like this | News stories tagged with: #michael coffey