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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Traveling (at last)? Take along the 10 best books of May.

When travel beckons, be sure to pack the 10 best books of May. Any journey feels more meaningful with a good novel or nonfiction title at hand. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor

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Booksellers Unionize at Los Angeles's Skylight Books

Booksellers at the Los Angeles independent bookstores Skylight Books announced Tuesday that they have unionized. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Say It Loud: A Poet and Proud: The Life and Books of Al Young

Poet Al Young, who was also a novelist, memoirist, educator, and a former poet laureate of California, died April 17 from the complications of a stroke. He was 81. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-18 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Philip Roth Biography Finds a New Publisher

Skyhorse said it would release the paperback and digital versions of the book, which had been taken out of print following sexual assault allegations against its author, Blake Bailey. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Bradford Literature Festival returns as hybrid event with Moran, Wilson and Rosen

The Bradford Literature Festival will return from 25th June to 4th July with a mix of live and free online events including appearances from Caitlin Moran, A A Dhand, Jacqueline Wilson and Michael Rosen.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-05-17 06:32:50 UTC ]
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Book Buzz: Young Adult

In this panel—scheduled for May 27 from 4:15–5 p.m. ET—Dhonielle Clayton, Crystal Marie Fleming, Makiia Lucier, and Shanna Miles discuss their latest books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Buzz: Middle Grade

In this panel—scheduled for May 27 from 12:45-1:30 p.m. ET— Sharon M. Draper, Kim Dwinell, Gayle Forman, and BonHyung Jeong discuss their latest books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Buzz: Graphic Novels (Adult)

In this panel—scheduled for May 25 from 3:45-4:30 p.m. ET and moderated by Calvin Reid, senior news editor at 'Publishers Weekly'—Andrew Aydin, Ed Brubaker, Roye Okupe, and Brandon Sanderson discuss their latest books. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Buzz: Indigenous Voices

As part of the inaugural U.S. Book Show, authors Angeline Boulley, Christine Day, David A. Robertson, and Jesse Thistle will take part in a panel on Indigenous voices on May 26 from 3:15-4 p.m. ET. The panel will be moderated by Cynthia Leitich Smith. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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John Burningham’s final picture book is poignant tale of ‘difficult’ dog’s last trip

Air Miles has been illustrated by his wife Helen Oxenbury and finished by Bill Salaman, friend of the author who died in 2019The final picture book from the late, much-loved children’s author John Burningham – in which “difficult dog” Miles goes on one final journey – has been completed by his... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2021-05-15 06:00:18 UTC ]
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Vertebrate to publish mountaineer Doug Scott's last book posthumously

Sheffield based publisher Vertebrate will publish Kangchenjunga by mountaineer Doug Scott, completed before his death in 2020. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-05-14 23:09:58 UTC ]
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London Book Fair: Pandemic Issues Play Into Education Conference

London Book Fair's 'What Works?' education conference will take a series of looks at educational issues arising from the pandemic. The post London Book Fair: Pandemic Issues Play Into Education Conference appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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African speculative fiction is finally getting its due. Let’s talk about books to seek out.

A few of the fresh voices: Tade Thompson, Nnedi Okorafor, Sofia Samatar and Suyi Davies Okungbowa. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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DK teams up with Manchester United on mental health book giveaway

DK has teamed up with the Manchester United Foundation to distribute books encouraging local children to look after their mental health. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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U.S. Book Show Keynote Speaker: Brian Selznick

The Caldecott Medalist and genre-defying storyteller Brian Selznick will speak about his new book and do a live q&a at the inaugural U.S. Book Show on May 27. Here's a preview. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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U.S. Book Show: PW Editors’ Picks Panels

From current affairs to comics and mysteries to middle grade, here are the big fall titles our reviews editors will be discussing with their editors at the inaugural U.S. Book Show from May 25 to 27. Mark your calendars! Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Book Closes on HMH Trade

As HarperCollins prepares to integrate Houghton Mifflin Harcourt's trade division, the group's name—and 150 years of trade publishing history—will fade away. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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U.S. Book Show: Keynote Speakers

The inaugural U.S. Book Show will feature keynotes from Oprah Winfrey, Keanu Reeves, Elizabeth Warren, and many more. Take a look at our featured speaker programming here. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-05-14 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The British Book Awards: 2021 Winners

The British Book Awards' three-hour digital prize program included Nibbie winners' announcements in 28 categories. The post The British Book Awards: 2021 Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Hachette Book Group Announces Diversity Progress in 2020

The Hachette Book Group workforce in 2020 was 3.9 percent black, the company says, 6.7 percent Asian, 20 percent Hispanic or Latinx. The post Hachette Book Group Announces Diversity Progress in 2020 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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