Judge Finds Texas Library's Book Bans Unconstitutional, Orders Books Returned

In a victory for freedom to read advocates, federal judge Robert Pitman found that Llano County's "targeting and removal" of a host of allegedly "inappropriate" books from library shelves constituted viewpoint and content discrimination. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-04-03 04:00:00 UTC ]
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New Historical Fiction Books

This trio of new novels shows real people in their natural habitats, drawn with writerly flair. Continue reading at The New York Times

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The National Book Foundation announces its 2024 5 Under 35 honorees.

Ah, 35, that mystical line between emerging writers and… old ones. Though I move ever further in the wrong direction from said line I am nonetheless happy to celebrate this latest crop of “young” writers, announced today by the National Book Foundation, as they contemplate the imminence of their... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2024-03-19 14:46:03 UTC ]
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Welcome to the Carnegie Library

A deep dive into what Carnegie libraries are, what they aren't, and how they attain historic significance. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2024-03-19 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Suzanne Herz Returns to Penguin Random House as John Grisham's Publisher

John Grisham's longtime publisher will return after a buyout to oversee the publishing strategy for the John Grisham brand, "which will now live alongside the sales and corporate marketing teams," PRH CRO Jaci Updike wrote in a memo. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Religion & Spirituality Books On-Sale Calendar: April 2024

A takedown of the white christian nationalism that has infiltrated some corners of American christianity; a new book from the "Pastors Wives Tell All" podcasters; and more new religion books publishing in April. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-03-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Religion Book Deals: March 20, 2024

David C Cook signs Christian music artists Rebecca St. James (Fink) and Cubbie Fink's book on love, faith, and marriage; IVP lands Nijay K. Gupta's look at the role of female prophecy in Scripture; and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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New Books Explore Fundamentalist, Evangelical Trauma

Publishers are tapping into the deep well of hurt, and ultimately, healing with new books from authors who have escaped fundamentalism Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Shelf Life Books in Richmond Unionizes

Workers at Shelf Life Books in Richmond, Va., have joined the United Food & Commercial Workers Local 400 Union, making them the first booksellers in the city to unionize. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Everyone’s Reading Books About Hot Faeries Now. This Bestselling Author Has Been Writing Them for Decades.

The Prisoner’s Throne author Holly Black reflects on the rise of “romantasy” novels, explicit sex scenes, and BookTok. Continue reading at Slate

[ Slate | 2024-03-18 21:31:31 UTC ]
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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for March 17, 2024

A bakery and sports bar enemies-to-lovers romance, a witty take on werewolves, teen paperback novels of the '80s and '90s, and more of today's best book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Talking ‘Dune’: Book and Movies

The Times’s critic Alissa Wilkinson discusses Frank Herbert’s classic science fiction novel and Denis Villeneuve’s film adaptations. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Welcome to the London Book Fair, Where Everyone Knows Their Place

If you want to understand the power map of the publishing industry, just look at this event’s floor plan. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Rights Deals Highlighted by London Book Fair’s Organizers

From a sold-out rights center of more than 500 tables and across the fair, London Book Fair organizers report highlighted rights deals. The post Rights Deals Highlighted by London Book Fair’s Organizers appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-03-15 06:30:16 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of March 18, 2024

Morrow takes Omid Scobie and Robin Benway’s ‘Royal’ debut, Chris Wallace takes election tome to Dutton, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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3 New Books About the Possibilities—and Limits—of Science

Three books out this week explore the science behind aging, paranormal phenomena, and our solar system. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The Week in Libraries: March 15, 2024

Among the week's headlines: ALA reports that book bans are still surging; the end has come for ALA's LibLearnX; a shocking escalation in a battle over the freedom to read at an Alabama library; and a handy roundup of state legislation designed to protect libraries. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Legislative Attacks on State Library Associations are Dangerous—and Illegal

EveryLibrary's John Chrastka argues that the legislative attacks on the work of library associations, if allowed to stand, could undermine the foundation of all professional association activities and destabilize the collaborative networks vital to any profession. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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