Faber announces online programme for readers

Faber has revealed an online programme designed to "console, entertain and inspire readers", in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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Kieron Smith to launch online shop

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[ The Bookseller | 2014-02-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New Light on Lent: Books Help Readers See Anew

During the Lenten season Christians are urged to more deliberately contemplate Christ’s suffering and death. But traditional observances, such as penance and fasting, all too often produce dour expressions instead of spiritual fruits. Three new books hope to resurrect the joyful side of this... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-02-26 00:00:00 UTC ]
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If Native Advertising Is So Harmless, Why Does It Rely on Misleading Readers?

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[ Editor & Publisher | 2014-02-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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If native advertising is so harmless, why does it rely on misleading readers? | Bob Garfield

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[ The Guardian | 2014-02-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Headline is launching a new website next week which allows book bloggers to request books,... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2014-02-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The Borribles, once infamous children's books, reissued for 21st-century readers

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[ The Guardian | 2014-02-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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2013 L.A. Times Book Prize Finalists Announced

Fifty titles in 10 categories are in contention for the awards, which will be revealed in April. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-02-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Guardian | 2014-02-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Reader's Digest sold for £1

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[ The Guardian | 2014-02-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Faber leads on Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlist

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[ The Bookseller | 2014-02-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-02-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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LBF Announces Gaming Pavilion

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[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-02-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ Engadget | 2014-02-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Guardian | 2014-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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[ The Bookseller | 2014-02-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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