Frankfurt Audio Puts Out 2020 Call; International Booker Postpones Naming Winner

Frankfurter Buchmesse opens Frankfurt Audio submissions and the UK's International Booker Prize postpones its winner announcement. The post Frankfurt Audio Puts Out 2020 Call; International Booker Postpones Naming Winner appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

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Johnson Out as Bonnier Publishing CEO, Interim Named

Richard Johnson is stepping down as group CEO of U.K.-based Bonnier Publishing (a subsidiary of Sweden’s Bonnier Books) after nearly nine years in the role. Jim Zetterlund, currently COO and CFO of Bonnier Books, has been named acting CEO. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-02-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The 2018 Taipei International Book Exhibition in Photos

The 26th edition of the Taipei International Book Exhibition, which ran from February 6 to 11, brought together a total of 684 exhibitors—up from last year’s 621—from 60 countries. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-02-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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EnsembleIQ Names New CEO

Following a six-month search, seasoned market research exec David Shanker will succeed Peter Hoyt at the helm of the B2B publisher. The post EnsembleIQ Names New CEO appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2018-02-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The UK’s Republic of Consciousness Prize for Small Presses Names its 2018 Shortlist

Open to UK and Irish publishers, the Republic of Consciousness Prize honors literary fiction produced by small, independent presses with no more than five full-time employees.  The post The UK’s Republic of Consciousness Prize for Small Presses Names its 2018 Shortlist appeared first on... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Serial Box Has New Funding for Audio Bundling With Reading, as a ‘Publishing Studio’

Tapping into the robust audiobook market, Molly Barton announces a key new investor: Boat Rocker Media can leverage Serial Box's content for television and film production. The post Serial Box Has New Funding for Audio Bundling With Reading, as a ‘Publishing Studio’ appeared first on Publishing... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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ALCS calls on authors to complete income survey

The Authors' Licensing and Collecting Society (ALCS) is repeating its survey measuring authors’ incomes. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-02-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chicagoland Bookseller Named GLIBA Executive Director

The Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Association has named GLIBA board member Larry Law as its executive director, effective March 1. Law currently serves as director of e-commerce and marketing at Anderson's Bookshops in Naperville, Ill. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-02-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The UK’s Book Aid International Opens ‘New Worlds Through Books’ Campaign

In a coordinated effort for the rest of the month, book charities Book Aid International and World Book Day are raising funds for the annual goal of a million donated books. The post The UK’s Book Aid International Opens ‘New Worlds Through Books’ Campaign appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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January Religion Bestsellers: 'Jesus (Still) Calling'; No One Leaves 'The Shack'

Popular pastors' inspirational advice, devotionals, and novels packed with romance, suspense -- or both -- lead January's bestseller lists. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-02-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Jacaranda pledges to publish 20 black British writers in 2020

Jacaranda Books, in partnership with Words of Colour Productions, has launched an initiative to publish 20 Black British writers in the year 2020 across adult fiction, non-fiction and poetry. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-02-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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International Hot Book Properties, Week of February 12, 2018

This week's hot books include a new thriller series from Sweden that has sold in a flurry of sales, and a Polish thriller that sold for world English rights. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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IPA’s Michiel Kolman to International Publishing Congress: ‘Shout About What We Do’

Urging the international book publishing business to embrace its most forward-leaning trends—and to promote its work to the world—IPA president Michiel Kolman convenes the industry's 32nd congress. The post IPA’s Michiel Kolman to International Publishing Congress: ‘Shout About What We Do’... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Publishing Perspectives’ Spring Magazine: Call for Stories on Diversity

With challenges to so many voices becoming shrill in so many markets, Publishing Perspectives' Spring Global Overview Edition will spotlight the book industry's champions of diversity and efforts to promote it. The post Publishing Perspectives’ Spring Magazine: Call for Stories on Diversity... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Audible launches own Audio Shows

Joe Wicks, Bill Bryson and Naomi Alderman are among the writers featuring in Audible's new offering, Audio Shows, which launches today with short audio programmes, original series and exclusive podcasts. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2018-02-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The German Book Prize Academy Announces Its 2018 Jury in Frankfurt

The 2018 jury for Germany's top literary prize includes literary critics, authors, a bookseller, and a former publisher. The winner will be announced on October 8. The post The German Book Prize Academy Announces Its 2018 Jury in Frankfurt appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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The International Publishers Association in India: Issues in a Hot-Button World

Three days of presentations, debate, and discussion will bring together in New Delhi representatives of 60 countries amid geo-political and publishing challenges. The International Publishers Association's president is calling for 'trustworthy information.' The post The International Publishers... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Is May’s press inquiry just a way of putting Leveson 2 on the back burner? | Roy Greenslade

I hope the PM is sincere in her desire to save journalism for the public good. But so much depends on the scope of the reviewThe prime minister’s decision to hold an inquiry into “the sustainability of Britain’s printed press” received little more than a cautious welcome from newspaper... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2018-02-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Italy Announced in Rome as Frankfurter Buchmesse 2023 Guest of Honor

The Italian culture minister says the agreement with Frankfurter Buchmesse 'affirms the worldwide appreciation of our creative industry and effectively shows its vitality, cultural strength, and economic value.' The post Italy Announced in Rome as Frankfurter Buchmesse 2023 Guest of Honor... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Man Booker Prize Pressured to Rescind Its Internationalist Stance

Some publishing players in the UK are protesting the Man Booker Prize for Fiction's eligibility rules, saying that the Booker should reimpose a 'ban on American writers.' The post Man Booker Prize Pressured to Rescind Its Internationalist Stance appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Four Questions for...Author and Grammy Winner Lynell George

PW spoke with the recent Grammy Award-winner about the art of writing liner notes, her forthcoming essay collection, and the underappreciated literary scene in L.A. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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