How grief became path-breaking poetry in Victoria Chang's 'Obit'

After her parents fell ill, Victoria Chang, finalist for a Times Book Prize, wrote 'Obit,' poems styled as obituaries of loved ones — and herself. Continue reading at 'Los Angeles Times'

[ Los Angeles Times | 2021-04-06 14:00:08 UTC ]
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Raynor Winn's follow-up to The Salt Path postponed

Michael Joseph has moved the publication date of Raynor Winn's The Wild Silence, from 30th April to 3rd September 2020. The author said she needed to be fit and healthy to care for her husband, and a book tour in May "would be unwise". Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-03-16 05:23:08 UTC ]
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Afra Atiq | 'Poetry, both in written and recited forms, is not new to Emirati culture'

The award-winning Emirati poet was lined up to be an Author of the Day at Olympia. She shares her thoughts on poetry and new digital cultures. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-03-13 11:50:03 UTC ]
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COVID-19 Impact Listing: Cancellations, Policy Changes, and More.

We will be maintaining a list of canceled events, impacted book industry functions and policies, and more on this list as a resource for navigating the new coronavirus and its impact on the industry. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-03-12 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Changes at Little Tiger Group as Truong made group publishing director

The Little Tiger Group is bringing all of its imprints—Little Tiger, Caterpillar, Stripes and 360 Degrees—under the Little Tiger brand, with Thomas Truong promoted to the role of group publishing director. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-03-11 00:36:47 UTC ]
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In a time of crisis, poetry can help focus our fears and transform ‘noise into music’

These days, many elegiac poems have an unwelcome resonance — and yet offer solace, too. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-03-10 16:00:00 UTC ]
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Laura Zigman’s ‘Separation Anxiety’ tackles middle-aged loneliness with a perfect mix of grief and humor

“Separation Anxiety” is a long-awaited comeback for this clever writer who hasn’t published a novel since “Piece of Work” in 2006. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-03-09 21:02:33 UTC ]
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Breaking In: An Interview with Debut Middle-Grade Author J. Kaspar Kramer

The debut middle-grade author answers questions about writing and publishing her folklore-inspired historical fiction set in Communist Romania. The post Breaking In: An Interview with Debut Middle-Grade Author J. Kaspar Kramer by Cassandra Lipp appeared first on Writer's Digest. Continue reading at Writer's Digest

[ Writer's Digest | 2020-03-06 16:37:35 UTC ]
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Debate over Scottish Poetry Library's anti-'no platforming' stance continues

The Scottish Poetry Library has come under fire from transgender and non-binary authors for its stance against “no-platforming” authors. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-03-05 19:17:37 UTC ]
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How Content Consumption & Creation Is Changing (and How to Keep Up)

From Gutenberg’s printing press to Google’s AMP format, the publishing world has gone from zero to one million miles per hour, with revolutionary changes to the way we produce, distribute, and consume content. Here is a breakdown of some of the key changes in digital publishing, plus tips for... Continue reading at Publishing Executive

[ Publishing Executive | 2020-03-05 15:43:14 UTC ]
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Fresh call for Oxford dictionaries to change 'sexist' definitions

Open letter continues drive to remove ‘damaging everyday sexism’ in its entries, such as citing ‘bitch’ as a synonym for womanThe leaders of Women’s Aid and the Women’s Equality party are among the signatories to an open letter calling on Oxford University Press to change its dictionaries’... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2020-03-03 16:48:26 UTC ]
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Elisa Gabbert, author of The Word Pretty, is the new Times poetry columnist.

The New York Times Book Review has announced that their poetry columnist of the last 15 years, David Orr, is stepping down to focus on his own writing, and will be replaced by Elisa Gabbert. Elisa Gabbert’s The Word Pretty (2018) was a New York Times Editors’ Pick, and The Self Unstable... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2020-02-27 21:32:22 UTC ]
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Cape pre-empts 'ground-breaking' Crisis by Roos

Jonathan Cape has pre-empted a “ground-breaking” study of global crises by political economist Jerome Roos, one of the most talked about titles ahead of the London Book Fair. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-02-27 02:08:45 UTC ]
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Publishers must change the story around neurodiversity

“Those people don’t read books, let alone write them.” These words were said to me as I sat in a meeting with some respected publishers. I had just explained that my work and research revolved around better representation for disabled and neurodivergent children.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-02-26 11:56:39 UTC ]
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Leila Aboulela’s ‘Bird Summons’ takes the traditional road trip novel down a new path

Three Muslim women cast off domestic duties and travel into the Scottish highlands. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-02-25 18:58:35 UTC ]
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Leila Aboulela’s ‘Bird Summons’ takes the traditional road trip novel down a new path

Three Muslim women cast off domestic duties and travel into the Scottish highlands. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-02-25 18:58:35 UTC ]
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What you can do about climate change, today

The authors of the new book ‘The Future We Choose,’ which outlines possible outcomes of the climate crisis, explain how you can make the choices today that will create the best possible world in 2050. A new book called The Future We Choose lays out two scenarios for the future: what 2050 looks... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2020-02-24 06:01:25 UTC ]
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A climate for change

​As floods swamp Britain in yet another reminder of the weather extremes engendered by climate change, this week’s announcement from German media giant Bertelsmann, parent of Penguin Random House, that it has set a 2030 target to become “climate neutral” comes as a welcome marker for the... Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-02-21 00:16:16 UTC ]
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Faith’s Changing Role In Politics

Religion publishers explore the numerous ways faith and social issues overlap in today's political climate. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-02-14 05:00:00 UTC ]
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How 'American Dirt' controversy could change publishing industry

The "American Dirt" uproar is prompting the book industry to review, reenforce, and revamp plans to become more diverse and inclusive. The publishing industry is predominantly run by white women, according to a new study. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor

[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2020-02-12 17:29:22 UTC ]
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