Dohle optimistic about publishing's future and insists S&S acquisition 'pro-competitive'

Penguin Random House worldwide chief executive Markus Dohle says he is "optimistic" about the future of the publishing industry, claiming "it's the best time in this business since Gutenberg invented the printing press". Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2021-11-20 11:07:03 UTC ]

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Freelancing and mental health in the publishing industry

Reedsy's Thao Nguyen reflects on some of the benefits and challenges of being your own boss. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Dohle Promises Competitive Bidding Between PRH, S&S

In a Zoom chat with agents, Penguin Random House CEO Markus Dohle said that, following the approval of PRH's purchase of Simon & Schuster, editors at the two houses will be able to bid for the same book—even if they are the only publishers interested in the title. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-09-21 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Begum reflects on Lit in Colour’s first year as initiative looks to push systemic change

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[ The Bookseller | 2021-09-17 18:08:18 UTC ]
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Gardners and Raynor among award winners at BA Conference

Awards celebrating figures from across the publishing industry have been announced at the Booksellers Association Conference, with recognition for Gardners and Headline's Caitlin Raynor among others.     Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-09-14 02:38:56 UTC ]
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2021 Top Women in Media Awards Luncheon

The women spearheading the progression of the publishing industry will be recognized at the Top Women in Media Awards Celebration on September 30, 2021 in New York City. Join your industry peers, the Folio: and AdMonsters Team, and a few surprise guests to celebrate the honorees and all of their... Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2021-09-10 21:00:13 UTC ]
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2021 Top Women in Media Awards Luncheon

The women spearheading the progression of the publishing industry will be recognized at the Top Women in Media Awards Celebration on September 30, The post 2021 Top Women in Media Awards Luncheon appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

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Trade invited to form group and change industry 'for the better'

An open invitation from figures including Nikesh Shukla and Yara Rodrigues Fowler has been issued for people in the trade to form a group that will "change the UK publishing industry for the better".   Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-09-10 01:23:23 UTC ]
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The Guardian view on changes to copyright law: book lovers beware | Editorial

A government proposal to ease restrictions on the sale of imported cultural works risks harming a world-class industryThe hoopla around the release of Sally Rooney’s new novel on Tuesday – with bookshops opening early, and queues of shoppers eager to lay their hands on Beautiful World, Where Are... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2021-09-07 18:00:33 UTC ]
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First Half Profits Soared at Penguin Random House

Booming audiobook sales and strong performances in some of its largest markets boosted profits up 55.1% at Penguin Random House in the first six months of 2021. Revenue rose 10.9%, to €1.80 billion. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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PRH US pays tribute to Seyfried after death, aged 36

Penguin Random House US has paid tribute to 36-year-old vice-president Erika Seyfried, who died over the weekend.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Gorman Book's Price Hike Startles Booksellers

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[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-08-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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PRH to require masks in US offices but UK policy differs

Penguin Random House will require staff to wear masks “at all times and in all areas, including inside offices” in the US, but the firm's UK employees will follow a different policy. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hitting the Books: How Tesla engineers solved the problem of exploding EV batteries

Between CEO Elon Musk's often erratic antics, strident competition from existing industry titans, and a public that is still not fully sold on the idea of traveling via electrical charge, Tesla's road to prominence has not been a smooth one. But facing a federal investigation into its driver... Continue reading at Engadget

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Dolly Parton to publish her first novel in 2022

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Outside the echo chamber

The polite, white middle-class mass that encompasses most of the publishing industry doesn’t hold prejudice against foreigners, probably voted Remain, and yet they will still shut the door in your face. If you’re not British and middle-class, the chances are that you won’t understand the subtle... Continue reading at The Bookseller

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New Amanda Gorman Book, 'Call Us What We Carry,' Set for December 7

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The absurd coverage of the January 6 committee

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