The new Salaam imprint, focused on Muslim characters and stories, is expected to launch in 2017 with nine books, from picture books for children to Young Adult titles for tweens and teens. Continue reading at 'The Christian Science Monitor'
[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2016-03-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
After 25 years with Simon & Schuster, the company's UK and International publisher and CEO, Ian Chapman, is to step down in May. The post S&S UK and International CEO Ian Chapman Stepping Down appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2025-02-17 18:48:19 UTC ]
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There is nothing I love more in a picture book than a good author’s note. Often author’s (and illustrator’s) notes ... Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2025-02-13 12:30:00 UTC ]
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An announcement from Simon & Schuster’s publisher left the literary community wondering whether blurbs, the little snippets of praise on a book jacket, are all they’re cracked up to be. Continue reading at The New York Times
[ The New York Times | 2025-02-04 19:45:15 UTC ]
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Publisher says expecting authors, agents and editors to secure blurbs can create ‘an incestuous and unmeritocratic literary ecosystem that often rewards connections over talent’When you buy a new book, you can usually expect to see praise from other authors emblazoned on its cover. A writer... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2025-01-31 17:27:59 UTC ]
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As middle grade and YA author Kelly Yang branches out into picture books, she keeps her focus on crafting nuanced Asian American representation. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-01-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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In a decision some might call “stunning” or a “tour-de-force,” new S&S publisher Sean Manning has decided to no longer require authors to obtain blurbs for their books. Here’s why. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-01-30 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Simon & Schuster has announced a new audio-first imprint, Simon Maverick, focused on self-published authors. Former Polis Books publisher Jason Pinter is the imprint’s VP and editorial director. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-01-09 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Though there were no billion-dollar deals along the lines of private equity firm KKR’s 2023 sale of RBmedia and purchase of Simon & Schuster, the year did produce a number of notable acquisitions that indicate a few developing trends. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2025-01-03 05:00:00 UTC ]
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We spoke with four artists who came to picture books and graphic novels with experience in design, typography, murals, and multimedia. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-12-12 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Penguin Random House will distribute all titles published by Boom! Studios, which it acquired this August, starting next July, taking over distribution to the bookstore trade from Simon & Schuster and to the direct market from Diamond Comic Distributors. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-12-11 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Lil’ Libros, Bitty Bao, and Gloo Books publish board books and picture books that celebrate global identities. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-15 05:00:00 UTC ]
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It was a random day in August when a trade paperback copy of Lonesome Dove showed up in the mail from Simon & Schuster. It didn’t come with a press release or a note, and I’m still not sure who sent it to me (I’ve asked a few S&S publicists and it remains a mystery!), […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2024-10-10 11:50:25 UTC ]
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In this edition of Indie Spotlight, our monthly thematic roundup of BookLife titles, we feature children’s picture books. Want to see your book featured? Check out the Indie Spotlight calendar at booklife.com/indiespotlight. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
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In this edition of Indie Spotlight, our monthly thematic roundup of BookLife titles, we feature children’s picture books. Want to see your book featured? Check out the Indie Spotlight calendar at booklife.com/indiespotlight. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
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We spoke with three teachers and librarians who find value in sharing illustrated books with older students. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-09 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Get crafty, get a little frightened, and get a little hungry with these excellent book deals in picture books and middle grade books. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-09-04 14:00:00 UTC ]
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Continuing its international expansion, Simon & Schuster's Australian arm acquires Affirm Press, a 14-year-old independent publisher. The post Simon & Schuster Australia Acquires Affirm Press appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-08-26 15:00:02 UTC ]
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The agreement to buy the Melbourne-based independent publisher is Simon & Schuster's second overseas acquisition since it was bought by KKR late last year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-08-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Simon & Schuster will publish Bob Woodward’s latest White House tell-all, Hachette takes women’s health advocate Tamsen Fadal’s Menopause guide, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-08-09 04:00:00 UTC ]
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