Daring approach pays for Maverick as title moves to the big screen

Roger Tagholm talks to the founder of Dublin's Maverick House, which has built a reputation for hard-hitting non-fiction. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2018-07-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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MUP launches audiobook pilot to help with student 'screen fatigue'

Manchester University Press (MUP) has launched an audiobook pilot programme, following claims students with 'screen fatigue' are increasingly turning to the format. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Unnameable Books Moves Down the Street

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Osman named 2021's number one bestseller as TV star’s cosy crime titles set the tills alight

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Kepler moves to Zaffre in 'major' three-book deal

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Janney and Henry launch indie press specialising in 'reflective' titles

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