Danez Smith: ‘Being a Poet Means Committing to Vulnerability’

Danez Smith burst into national recognition in 2014, when their poems about the Black Lives Matter movement found piercing resonance in a time of social and political change. Smith won the Individual World Poetry Slam that year, as well as the Lamda Literary Award for Gay Poetry for their book [insert] Boy, before winning even […] Continue reading at 'Literrary Hub'

[ Literrary Hub | 2020-02-21 09:49:13 UTC ]
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Zadie Smith’s debut short story collection is a dazzling experiment in form and genre

The “White Teeth” author is witty and eviscerating in stories sprinkled with current events. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2019-10-28 16:43:26 UTC ]
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WH Smith to buy second US travel retailer; High Street book sales fall 5%

WH Smith has announced it is to buy US indie travel retailer Marshall Retail Group (MRG) for $400m. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-10-16 21:24:24 UTC ]
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Granta pre-empts 'electrifying' witch trial novel from poet Blakemore

Granta Books has pre-empted an “electrifying” novel about the witch trials from poet and writer A K Blakemore. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-10-11 00:27:38 UTC ]
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Wordsworth Trust presents new vision for the poet’s Grasmere home

With a huge landmark for the Romantic poet William Wordsworth next year, a multimillion-pound refurb of his Lake District home is set to open—and it has fresh plans to re-engage with visitors. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-10-07 13:38:52 UTC ]
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Crystal Hana Kim and Laura van der Berg on What It Means to ‘Learn to Write’

After reading and loving Crystal Hana Kim’s debut novel, If You Leave Me, it was a great joy to team up with her for a joint paperback celebration. This conversation took place at the lovely Books Are Magic in early September. We talked about what it feels like to be a year out from publication, […] Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2019-10-07 08:49:33 UTC ]
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Martin Cruz Smith's Latest Book Heads Back to the U.S.S.R.

In Cruz Smith’s ninth Arkady Renko novel, 'The Siberian Dilemma,' the investigator travels into the frozen depths of Siberia. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-09-20 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Kids’ Books Add Meaning To Christmas

New titles are examining different aspects of the Nativity scene, giving, and acceptance ahead of this year’s Yuletide celebrations. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-09-20 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Patti Smith looks back at a heartbreaking year

In “Year of the Monkey,” the singer revisits her 70th year, when she lost two of her closest friends. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2019-09-17 20:44:19 UTC ]
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Osman, Smith and Alderton at Penguin General showcase

Richard Osman, Ali Smith and Dolly Alderton were among the line-up of authors at a packed Penguin General 2020 Spring Showcase. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-09-12 13:10:30 UTC ]
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Oswald and Angelou among booksellers' favourite poets, BA conference reveals

Booksellers have voted for their 25 favourite poetry books from the last 25 years to mark the 25th anniversary of National Poetry Day—with work by Alice Oswald and Maya Angelou making the cut. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-09-08 15:11:46 UTC ]
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How Susan Sontag Influenced Patti Smith’s Reading Life

“She advised me to read more German authors,” says the writer and singer, whose latest memoir is “Year of the Monkey.” Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2019-09-05 09:00:00 UTC ]
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W H Smith boosted by travel stores ahead of full year results

W H Smith has been boosted by a "strong performance" of its travel stores as the retailer says it expects full year results to be in line with expectations, ahead of c.e.o. Stephen Clarke's departure.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-08-28 09:11:14 UTC ]
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Celebrating Herman Melville, the poet

Library of America’s new edition of poetry is a good reminder that there was more to Melville than “Moby-Dick.” Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2019-08-26 14:23:13 UTC ]
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Egmont signs three-book deal with Jim Smith

Egmont has signed a deal with award-winning author Jim Smith for his new series A Super Weird! Mystery.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-08-20 08:27:48 UTC ]
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Recalling and Reimagining Vietnam: A Conversation with Genaro Kỳ Lý Smith, by Mary E. Adams

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[ World Literature Today | 2019-08-12 20:31:01 UTC ]
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Rapper and Poet Noname Launches a Book Club

The book club has the goal of highlighting progressive work from writers of color and writers within the LGBTQ community. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-07 10:34:52 UTC ]
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W H Smith opens flagship The Bookshop at Gatwick

W H Smith has opened a flagship branch of The Bookshop, the largest yet of its 12 standalone stores, at Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-08-05 09:37:10 UTC ]
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Toy Company Melissa & Doug Commits to Publishing

The brand is launching an in-house-managed imprint that will release hands-on interactive formats for kids up to five years old. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-08-02 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Hodder signs collection from Instragram poet Sonny Hall

Hodder & Stoughton has signed a collection of work from 21-year-old poet, model and Instagram star Sonny Hall. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-07-25 00:15:30 UTC ]
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Picador scoops astrology guide from Twitter stars the Astro Poets

Picador has scooped a witty 21st century astrology guide from Twitter stars the Astro Poets, helping readers navigate their friendships, career and love life. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-07-21 12:27:31 UTC ]
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