BookCon 2015: A Classy Canine to the Rescue

Men and fashion? The well-dressed man? Just look around, and you’ll see that it’s a concept reserved for glossy magazines and red carpets, but rarely found in reality. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

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BEA 2015: Amazon: Is It Good For Readers?

The impact of Amazon on the book business is a longstanding, ongoing debate. But is Amazon good for readers? That’s the topic of this afternoon’s discussion at this year’s International Digital Publishing Forum conference. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2015-05-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BEA 2015: A Promising, 'Weird' Start

Despite uncertainty about how big a draw an afternoon opening would be, a line had already formed more than an hour before the one o'clock opening of the show floor. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Is Subscription the Future of E-Books?

Subscription ebook services have been a buzzworthy topic in recent years, but are they a good deal for authors and publishers? That was the topic of a standing room only panel, moderated by Smashwords founder Mark Coker who noted the promise of subscription models as well as the “legitimate... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Discovery Expansions

Discovery Communications’ publishing program is set to expand with an array of new titles from Time Inc. Books, Parragon, and other licensees. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Places to Eat Near Javits

Tired of convention food? There are plenty of places for a quick (and good) bite within walking distance of Javits. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Kuyper New BISG Chief

The Book Industry Study Group has named Mark Kuyper, current president and CEO of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association, as executive director, effective June 15. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Celebrating Hijuelos—His Work Lives On

The sudden death of Oscar Hijuelos at age 62 in October 2013 was a shock to the literary world. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: A Busy Bloomsbury

At this year’s BEA, Bloomsbury (3156) will be launching a new imprint, marking the fifth anniversary of Bloomsbury Qatar Foundation Publishing, and hosting signings for two authors: one already a familiar name to booksellers around the world and the other, a new presence on the international scene. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: PW at BEA

The big show is here. And here’s how you can use PW to get the most out of your BookExpo experience. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: 'Fault in Our Stars' Top 2014 E-book Seller

John Green's The Fault in Our Stars was the top-selling ebook in 2014, according to data just released by PubTrack Digital, a unit of Nielsen BookScan. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Momentum on Social Media Unlocks

Today at BEA, a Chicago web development company called Mess is launching Momentum, a turnkey subscription service that can be used to generate social media campaigns, and manage and track social engagement. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: Silvera Discloses Favorite New York City Bookish Haunts

Adam Silvera, whose first novel, "More Happy Than Not," is due from SohoTeen June 2, is a native New Yorker, a former bookseller, and a frequenter of some Manhattan book lovers’ attractions that he reveals to BEA attendees. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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BEA 2015: 10 Books to Grab at BEA

With so many galleys flooding the BEA show floor, it’s hard to know which ones to choose. Here are 10 of our favorites, with excerpts from PW reviews. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Short Takes: Spirituality & Religion Publishing News Briefs, May 28, 2015

Ann Voskamp raises funds for Ramadi refugees; IVP author will head Duke's Center for Reconciliation. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Authors on the Air May 26, 2015: Kara Richardson Whitely

Kara Richardson Whitely, author of 'Gorge: My Journey Up Kilimanjaro at 300 Pounds' (Seal Press, 9781580055598), will appear on 'Good Morning America' on Wednesday, May 27. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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International Hot Book Properties: Week of May 25, 2015

A Christopher Nolan-esque Argentinean thriller, two literary Spanish novels, a Finnish YA series, and more are making waves in the global rights scene this week. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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PW Picks: Books of the Week, May 25, 2015

This week: a brain surgeon's memoir, Robert McCammon's latest, and a page-turning mystery set in the Arctic. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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China at BEA 2015: Chinese Interest in American Books Remains Strong

Walter Isaacson’s Steve Jobs—the only authorized biography of the Apple founder—went on sale in China at 10:05 a.m. Beijing Time on Oct. 24, 2011. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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