History Press returns to profitability following management buyout

The History Press has returned to profitability following a management buyout of the publisher. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2018-06-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Candlestick Press hails 23% sales rise and prepares for bumper year

Candlestick Press is planning to publish a record 22 titles this year and says sales in 2021 were up 23% on the previous 12 months. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2022-01-06 13:52:51 UTC ]
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Cornerstone Press bags Bank of England's first trade book

The Bank of England's first trade book has been secured by newly launched Cornerstone Press in an exclusive submission. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2022-01-05 11:38:29 UTC ]
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Janney and Henry launch indie press specialising in 'reflective' titles

Author Diana Janney and her husband Alistair Henry are launching an independent press focusing on novels and non-fiction books that make readers "think and reflect". Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2022-01-04 02:57:04 UTC ]
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Moss steps down at Wordery as Johnson becomes managing director

Rob Moss has announced he will be stepping down from his role as m.d. at online bookseller Wordery.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-21 12:03:25 UTC ]
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Lagardère raises publishing profit outlook as it prepares for Vivendi takeover bid

Hachette Livre owner Lagardère has raised its publishing division's profitability outlook to 13.5%. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-20 11:14:48 UTC ]
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When Boeing put profit over quality in the 737 Max, the result was tragedy

Reporter Peter Robison explores the compromises and flaws that led to fatal crashes. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2021-12-17 13:00:00 UTC ]
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Mudlark nets 'atmospheric' lie detector history by Katwala

Mudlark has snapped up a "vibrant and atmospheric" book on the history of the lie detector by WIRED journalist Amit Katwala. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-16 00:31:37 UTC ]
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Andrews appointed to new role of academy manager for Rathbones Folio Prize

Tanya Andrews has been appointed to the newly created role of Folio Academy manager for the Rathbones Folio Prize. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-15 20:09:41 UTC ]
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Legend Press scoops 'tense and twisty' thriller from Witten

Legend Press has scooped a "brilliantly tense and twisty thriller" by Matt Witten, which has also been optioned for film, with Leonardo DiCaprio as producer. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-15 11:01:11 UTC ]
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Review: A debut novel strives to capture the paradoxes of Korean history

Juhea Kim's "Beasts of a Little Land" captures the dualities of Korean history but ties up symbols too tightly in the service of grand ambitions. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2021-12-14 15:00:20 UTC ]
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Indigo Press bags the first book by Nolan

The Indigo Press has acquired Don't Let it Get You Down, a "powerful and provocative collection of essays" from writer, speaker and lawyer Savala Nolan.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-14 10:21:28 UTC ]
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How cooperative gig economy companies managed to flourish during the pandemic

‘What is the hope for gig workers who are underpaid and exploited? Cities, in a way. Cities can have a chance to intervene and actually get things done.’ In the Italian city of Bologna, bicycle couriers delivery bread, freshly baked at local bakeries, to nearby businesses every morning. The same... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2021-12-12 05:00:34 UTC ]
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Out-Spoken Press lands debut essay collection from Lock

Independent Publisher Out-Spoken Press has acquired Fran Lock's "arresting" debut essay collection. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-08 15:58:14 UTC ]
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Minnie Driver's 'dazzling' memoir goes to Manilla Press

Manilla Press has snapped up a "dazzling" memoir by actress Minnie Driver, whose credits include a breakout role in "Circle of Friends" and the 1997 film "Good Will Hunting". Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-08 13:00:02 UTC ]
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Mr B's micro-press publishes Sayarer as first original title

Bookseller Nic Bottomley's publishing outfit Fox, Finch & Tepper has signed and published its first original book, an account of an impromptu biking adventure by award-winning travel-writer Julian Sayarer. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-08 08:31:26 UTC ]
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Glaister returns to trade with launch of book recommendation website Litalist

The founder of The Book People, Seni Glaister, is launching a new retail platform for bookshops, Litalist, next year—and there are incentives for early adopters. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-03 11:15:06 UTC ]
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HBG Has No Date for Return to Office

Due to the arrival of the Omicron variant, Hachette Book Group said it has not set a date for a full return to its offices with CEO Michael Pietsch saying the company will only bring people back when it is safe to do so. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-12-01 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Lacey joins newly announced Footnote Press as consulting editor

Candida Lacey, former publishing director at Myriad Editions, is joining the newly announced Footnote Press as consulting editor.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-12-01 03:21:21 UTC ]
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Book Returned To Idaho Library 110 Years Past Due Date

If the Boise Public Library were still enforcing the late fee printed in the book, it would have racked up more than $800 in fines. Continue reading at The Huffington Post

[ The Huffington Post | 2021-11-27 19:13:28 UTC ]
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University presses report robust year despite challenges of the pandemic

University presses have had to adapt to the challenges brought on by Covid-19 and delays in the supply chain but many are making the most of new opportunities.     Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-11-26 19:13:57 UTC ]
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