Finalists Named for PW Bookstore of the Year

Booksellers from the Midwest and the West Coast dominate this year's shortlist for the 22nd annual award. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2014-03-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Registration Opens for PW's 2023 U.S. Book Show

The book publishing trade show produced by 'Publishers Weekly,' now in its second year, will run as a hybrid event May 22-25. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-07 05:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, March 6, 2023

Our favorite books coming out this week include new titles from Theresa Runstedtler, Jenny Odell, and Mariana Mazzucato and Rosie Collington. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-03 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Haruki Murakami’s first novel in six years will be published this spring.

It’s true: a new Haruki Murakami novel—his first since 2017’s Killing Commendatore—will be published on April 13th . . . but only in Japan. Sorry to tease you, English-speaking readers! Still, not to fret: I’m sure this means that translations are forthcoming. In the meantime, here’s everything... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-03-02 15:32:49 UTC ]
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Continental Sales Inc. Marks 25 Years

Completing its 25th year, the Barrington, Ill. rep group employs 25 reps and account managers throughout the U.S., and offers clients access to 101 gift and specialty market sales reps for sideline buys. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-03-02 05:00:00 UTC ]
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The German Audiobook Prize Names Its 2023 Winners

The German Audiobook Prize opens the Lit.Cologne festival with new 2023 honors in seven categories including 'Best Radio Play.' The post The German Audiobook Prize Names Its 2023 Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-03-01 12:52:23 UTC ]
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Roald Dahl collection to be published in original form later this year

Publisher Penguin Random House announced Friday it will publish "classic" versions of Roald Dahl's children's novels after it received criticism for cuts and rewrites that were intended to make the books suitable for modern readers. Continue reading at CBC

[ CBC | 2023-02-24 14:35:12 UTC ]
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Wi2023: This Year's Winter Institute Had Something for Everyone

Winter Institute 2023, held in Seattle, was the American Booksellers Association's largest ever, and the first in person since 2020. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-24 05:00:00 UTC ]
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After 66 Years, 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas' Gets A Sequel

“How the Grinch Lost Christmas!” is not based on a Dr. Seuss manuscript, but was written and illustrated by an author and artist with previous experience with his work Continue reading at HuffPost

[ HuffPost | 2023-02-23 18:03:49 UTC ]
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The Audie Awards’ 2023 Finalists: 26 Categories

This year with 26 categories, the Audio Publishers Association Audies feature readings by BD Wong, Ethan Hawke, Lucy Liu, and others. The post The Audie Awards’ 2023 Finalists: 26 Categories appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-02-23 16:33:08 UTC ]
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Chip Gaines bought Larry McMurtry’s legendary bookstore to… fix up, we hope?

After Lonesome Dove author Larry McMurtry died in 2021, his bookstore in Archer City, Texas, was turned over to the long-term store manager, Khristal Merklin. But as CNN reports, in November 2022, the deed was snapped up by Fixer Upper’s Chip Gaines. Will Gaines tear out the bookshelves and... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-02-23 14:27:50 UTC ]
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Rachel Howzell Hall, George Saunders, James Hannaham among L.A. Times Book Prize finalists

The Los Angeles Times Book Prizes recognize works in 12 categories, with winners to be announced at USC in person on April 21. James Ellroy will receive a lifetime achievement prize. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2023-02-22 15:00:07 UTC ]
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Renouncing the American Gospel: 'PW' Talks to David Platt

David Platt is following up on his 2010 bestselling ‘Radical—’ a critique of the role Christianity plays in the American culture—with an indictment of the American gospel, which he defines as a prioritization of “comfort, power, politics, and prosperity.” Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-22 05:00:00 UTC ]
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We Go Way Back: 25 of the Best Historical Fiction Books of the Past 10 Years

Take a trip back in time without leaving your seat with 25 of the best historical fiction books of the past 10 years! Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2023-02-21 11:34:00 UTC ]
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Oni-Lion Forge Names New Editor-in-Chief

As it gradually rebuilds its leadership team, the graphic novel publisher has appointed former Boom! Studios executive editor Sierra Hahn its editor-in-chief. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-21 05:00:00 UTC ]
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8 of the Most Interesting Buildings That Are Now Libraries (And Bookstores)

From big-box stores and schools to banks and gymnasiums, here are some old buildings that were turned into libraries (and bookstores). Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2023-02-20 11:38:00 UTC ]
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Storytel Touts Q4 Results in a ‘Truly Remarkable Year’

Audiobook subscription company Storytel cites a 22-percent increase year over year, at 3.2 billion Swedish kronor. The post Storytel Touts Q4 Results in a ‘Truly Remarkable Year’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2023-02-17 13:56:54 UTC ]
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Bookstore Sales Bounce Back in 2022

Last year's bookstore sales increased to prepandemic levels, according to preliminary estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-17 05:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, February 20, 2023

Our favorite books coming out this week include new titles from Rebecca Makkai, Veronica Roth, and Matt Ruff. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-02-17 05:00:00 UTC ]
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2023 PEN America Literary Awards Finalists Announced

PEN America's Literary Award Finalists have been announced. They include books of by debut writers and well-known writers alike. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2023-02-16 18:42:50 UTC ]
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Legacy and Impact Lead This Year’s All Ways Black Initiative From Penguin Random House

With recent book bans in the U.S. causing alarm across the country, it's more crucial than ever to show support for literature in its many forms. As books by Black writers continue to be among the most targeted by extremist groups, Black authors, publishers and supporters are working double time... Continue reading at AdWeek

[ AdWeek | 2023-02-16 17:50:25 UTC ]
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