HC signs more from Walliams

Written By: Graeme Neill Publication Date: Mon, 23/05/2011 - 12:23 HarperCollins Children's Books has extended its deal with comedian David Walliams to 2014, buying world rights to three additional books. Publisher Ann-Janine Murtagh signed the deal with Paul Stevens at Independent Talent Group. The first book as part of the new deal will be published in 2012, with details yet to be confirmed. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-05-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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