Harris: 'TV book shows could help BBC survive'

Novelist Robert Harris has said that developing dedicated TV books programming is one of the ways in which the BBC can fight back against funding cuts. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2015-09-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Freight Books in talks to sell

Scottish independent Freight Books has revealed that it is "exploring the opportunity" to sell off the company. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Open Book: That Was the Week That Was

In the first installment of Louisa Ermelino's new column, the 'Publishers Weekly' adult book director looks back at BookExpo 2017. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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From MOOC to Bestselling Book

Professor Barbara Oakley's massive online open courses complement her books—and vice versa. Here's how. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of June 12, 2017

Berkley signs British bestseller Clare Mackintosh for two more, one of the creators of the Pussyhat Project goes to Grand Central, and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chronicle Books Turns 50

The publisher opened in San Francisco in 1967 with a two-room office and a handful of employees. Now one of the largest publishers in the West, it boasts more than 250 million units sold worldwide. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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How booksellers handle controversial books

Independent booksellers revealed their thoughts on the topical issue at BookExpo. Gayle Feldman, The Bookseller's US correspondent, reports. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Century to publish first book from Insta-star Paperboyo

Century is publishing the debut of Rich McCor, aka Instagram star Paperboyo, called Around the World in Cut-Outs.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Riddell to publish book about his time as children's laureate

Chris Riddell is publishing a book revealing his “incredible journey” as children’s laureate. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Cyclist blogger Lady Velo's first book to Sphere

Sphere has acquired the first book by cyclist blogger Jools Walker, known online as Lady Velo. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Rare bookseller puts Harry Potter first editions on sale for over £4,000

A rare bookseller is selling two first editions of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Bloomsbury) for more than £10,000 combined. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Hearst, Scripps Team Up for Another TV-Inspired Magazine Launch

The Pioneer Woman Magazine is Ree Drummond’s latest project. The post Hearst, Scripps Team Up for Another TV-Inspired Magazine Launch appeared first on Folio:. Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2017-06-07 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Joe Sugg's 24 hour book-signing raises funds for Manchester appeal

Author and vlogger Joe Sugg completed a 24 hour book signing over the weekend which raised funds for the appeal to help the victims of the Manchester Arena bombing on 22nd May. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Frankfurt Book Fair NY’s Editors Trip Focuses on Children’s Publishing

Frankfurt Book Fair's Editors Trip will promote networking between children's publishing players in Germany and counterparts from Canada, the US, and UK. The post Frankfurt Book Fair NY’s Editors Trip Focuses on Children’s Publishing appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-06-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Yiannopoulos to Self-Publish Book Dropped by S&S

Milo Yiannopoulos, the alt-right provocateur who had his book deal with Simon & Schuster canceled in February, is now self-publishing his book. 'Dangerous' is currently available for pre-order ahead of its July 4 release date. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Weekend at the Trade Show: BookCon Busies Up the BookExpo Floor in New York City

Amid cheers for YouTube stars and TV producers, BookCon 2017 pulls a big crowd and gets free books into eager hands, the follow to ReedPOP's BookExpo. The post Weekend at the Trade Show: BookCon Busies Up the BookExpo Floor in New York City appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-06-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Producer's childhood helped 'inspire' Harry Potter play

Sonia Friedman tells Desert Island Discs about bringing the best-selling book character to the stage. Continue reading at BBC News

[ BBC News | 2017-06-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BookCon 2017: First Picture Book from a First Daughter

The former first daughter makes her picture book debut this month with "She Persisted" (Philomel), a collective biography of 13 women whose determined perseverance paved the way for their achievements. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-04 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Mindful calligraphy book to Bluebird

Bluebird is to publish Scriptorium, a book which combines mindfulness with calligraphy, by Màlleus. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Danny Wallace pens two more Hamish books for S&S

Simon & Schuster Children’s Books has signed two more children’s books from writer and broadcaster Danny Wallace. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Macmillan signs 'moving' fetal medicine book

Macmillan has signed The First Breath, a "moving" non-fiction book combining personal memoir with the story of fetal and neonatal medicine by journalist Olivia Gordon. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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