How Barnes & Noble Went From Villain to Hero

To independent booksellers, the enormous chain was once a threat. Now it’s vital to their survival. And it’s doing well. Continue reading at 'The New York Times'

[ The New York Times | 2022-04-15 09:00:20 UTC ]
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A Graphic Novel Finds a Relatable Hero in a Modern African Woman

The “Aya” series explores the pains and pleasures of everyday life in a working-class neighborhood in West Africa. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2024-02-10 10:02:39 UTC ]
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The people’s hero Keanu Reeves has written a novel with China Miéville.

Yep—noted art book publisher, comic book writer, and all-purpose hero Keanu Reeves is back to bless the darkest timeline with a novel. The Book of Elsewhere, which will be published by Del Rey on July 23, 2024, was co-written with China Miéville, and is set in the world of the BRZRKR comics that... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2024-01-10 15:27:59 UTC ]
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Panel Mania: ‘The Super Hero’s Journey’ by Patrick McDonnell

‘The Super Hero’s Journey’ by Patrick McDonnell is a creative tribute to the still-potent power of classic Marvel superheroes and the artists that created them. A 10-page excerpt. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-12-20 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Naomi Alderman On Tech Billionaires as Today’s Villains

This week on The Maris Review, Naomi Alderman joins Maris Kreizman live at the Strand Bookstore in New York City to discuss The Future, out now from Simon & Schuster. Subscribe and download the episode, wherever you get your podcasts. * from the episode: Maris Kreizman: You really captured... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-12-07 09:06:54 UTC ]
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Hannah Barnes on Investigating GIDS and the NHS

Tune into this special shortlist edition of the Read Smart podcast, where Razia Iqbal speaks to #BGPrize2023 shortlisted author Hannah Barnes about Time To Think: The Inside Story of the Collapse of the Tavistock’s Gender Service for Children. Through unprecedented access to thousands of pages... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2023-11-10 09:06:57 UTC ]
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Adweek Podcast: NBA Champion Matt Barnes on the Evolution of Locker Room Talk

Retirement typically leads to rest, relaxation and enjoying the fruits of one's labor. But for athletes like NBA Champion Matt Barnes, it can open the door to another world of opportunities and ventures. In the latest episode of Yeah, That's Probably An Ad, community editor Luz Corona is joined... Continue reading at AdWeek

[ AdWeek | 2023-11-03 15:27:09 UTC ]
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‘I didn’t think it was possible to be a novelist’: Julian Barnes on literature, loss – and his late friend Martin Amis

The Booker winning author talks about how his most recent work was inspired by Hilary Mantel, and the way the books world has changed since his debut was published more than 40 years agoToo many people have been dying lately,” Julian Barnes reflects over the phone from his home in north London.... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2023-09-16 08:00:25 UTC ]
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Comic Villains You Forgot (Or Didn’t Know) Existed

Superhero comics go through a lot of villains of the week. Here are some of the comic book villains you've probably forgotten. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2023-08-03 10:36:00 UTC ]
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The Young Heroes of the Writing World

Ohio State University professor emeritus Harvey J. Graff praises a new wave of very young authors all trying to change the world. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-06-16 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The 'Donut Dollies' of WWII: Novelist pays tribute his mother and other unsung heroes

Author Luis Alberto Urrea joins the L.A. Times Book club July 19 to discuss his new novel, "Good Night, Irene." Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2023-05-24 14:00:39 UTC ]
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Kiser Barnes brings Walmart to the metaverse

Barnes was a key member of launching Walmart Land and The Walmart Universe of Play, which attracted 4.9 million visitors. Continue reading at Advertising Age

[ Advertising Age | 2023-05-08 10:00:00 UTC ]
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Where are fiction’s real working-class heroes? | Letter

Working-class lives are unlikely to be properly represented in fiction if the publishing industry is run by middle-class graduates, says Nick MossKeiran Goddard is right to say that too many novels that claim to portray working-class life just give us “recent arts graduate feels emotionally,... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2023-04-30 16:40:05 UTC ]
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'The Division Heartland' cinematic trailer introduces Silver Creek and a new villain

Ubisoft and developer Red Storm Entertainment have given us a closer look at The Division Heartland by releasing a cinematic trailer for the upcoming game at the publisher's Division Day event. The trailer introduces Silver Creek, the rural town that will serve as the backdrop for the... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2023-04-21 05:39:11 UTC ]
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Queer Villains Are Vital to Understanding Queer History

Whether or not you’ve watched season 2 of The White Lotus, Mike White’s anthology series, you’ve witnessed Jennifer Coolidge’s frenzied intonations onboard a yacht: “These gays, they’re trying to murder me!” Coolidge plays Tanya, a wealthy woman who finds herself at the center of a conspiracy to... Continue reading at Electric Literature

[ Electric Literature | 2023-03-21 11:05:00 UTC ]
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Heroes of the Written Word: Novels Starring Comic Book Characters

Superheroes aren't limited to comic books. Read your way into these novels starring comic book heroes. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2023-03-03 11:32:00 UTC ]
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‘Libraries, You Are My Heroes’: Readers Share Memories of a Favorite Haven

A photo essay celebrating the versatility of public libraries prompted an outpouring of enthusiasm from card-carrying book lovers. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2023-02-19 10:00:09 UTC ]
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Netflix is producing a live action 'My Hero Academia' movie

Netflix's penchant for live-action manga remakes isn't going away any time soon. The streaming service has revealed that it's partnering with Legendary Entertainment on a live action My Hero Academia movie. Anime and manga adaptation veteran Shinsuke Sato (Alice in Borderland, Bleach) will both... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2022-12-12 20:16:38 UTC ]
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Boston Globe Names NPR’s Nancy Barnes Its Next Editor

Ms. Barnes, senior vice president for news and editorial director at NPR, has also held leadership roles at the Houston Chronicle and Minneapolis Star Tribune. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2022-11-14 23:27:38 UTC ]
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How Rudy Giuliani, once a national hero, ruined his own reputation

Andrew Kirtzman explains how America's Mayor became a nonsense-peddling Trump loyalist. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-09-16 10:00:50 UTC ]
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Tuesday New Release Day: Starring Ball, Campbell, Barnes, and More

Here’s a quick look at some notable books—new titles from Jesse Ball, Jane Campbell, Julian Barnes, and more—that are publishing this week. Want to learn more about upcoming titles? Then go read our most recent book preview. Want to help The Millions keep churning out great books... Continue reading at The Millions

[ The Millions | 2022-08-16 09:59:02 UTC ]
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