Kate McKinnon to Host 2024 National Book Awards

The actor, comedian, and author will preside over the November 20 ceremony, held at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. McKinnon will be joined by Grammy Award winner Jon Batiste, who will be featured as the event's first-ever live musical guest. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-10-17 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Week in Libraries: January 26, 2024

Among the week's headlines: LibLearnX 2024 is in the books; Oklahoma appoints a conservative media provocateur to a key post; and new bills emerge to defend libraries and the freedom to read. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Winter Institute 2024: In Their Own Words

The Bookseller Oral History Project aims to preserve the often-hidden history of bookselling in America. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Winter Institute 2024: Cincinnati Caters to Readers

Bricks-and-mortar bookshops anchor neighborhoods, while a book bus and pop-ups take their shelves on the road. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The American Booksellers Association's Winter Institute 2024: All Our Coverage

Booksellers and authors prepare to gather in Ohio’s Queen City for the 2024 ABA Winter Institute. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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At Cairo International Book Fair: Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center

Ahead welcoming Guest of Honor Egypt to the Abu Dhabi fair, the Arabic Language Center is rolling out a busy program in Cairo. The post At Cairo International Book Fair: Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Center appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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4 New Books That Explore Geopolitics

From the southern border of the U.S. to the lithium mines of China, the island nation of Haiti to the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia, these four new explore how geopolitics shape history and conflict throughout the world. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Winter Institute 2024: Adult Authors to Meet

Fiction and nonfiction writers presenting their work at this year’s Winter Institute range from renowned keynotes and all-star bestsellers to love-at-first-read newcomers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Graphic novelist Posy Simmonds wins prestigious French comics award

Award marks first time a British artist and author has won Grand Prix at International Comics festival in AngoulêmeThe graphic novelist Posy Simmonds has won the Grand Prix at France’s Angoulême International Comics festival – the first time a British artist and author has been awarded the... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Science fiction awards held in China under fire for excluding authors

Concerns raised about interference or censorship after documents showed writers were barred despite receiving enough nominationsA prestigious literary award for science fiction, which was hosted in China for the first time, has come under fire for excluding several authors from the 2023 awards,... Continue reading at The Guardian

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The week's bestselling books, Jan. 28

Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, January 28, 2024. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

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UK: Nielsen BookData Bestseller Awards Go to 22 Titles

The Neilsen Bestseller Awards for 2023 installed four new titles and their authors in the top category's 'Hall of Fame.' The post UK: Nielsen BookData Bestseller Awards Go to 22 Titles appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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When They Got the Call: PW Speaks with the 2024 Newbery, Caldecott, and Printz Winners

We spoke with the three big ALA Award winners about their initial reactions to the news. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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UK: The Research and Scholarly Forum: London Book Fair, March 14

The 'Research and Scholarly Forum' at London Book Fair will look at AI, open access, and academic publishing policy. The post UK: The Research and Scholarly Forum: London Book Fair, March 14 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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UK-US: Open Road’s Bloodhound Books in Audiobook Deal With Dreamscape

A UK-US deal, the Open Road-owned Bloodhound in the UK is to see Dreamscape produce at five audiobooks from its list monthly. The post UK-US: Open Road’s Bloodhound Books in Audiobook Deal With Dreamscape appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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15 Books to Look Forward to This Winter and Spring

The next few months look promising for readers. Here are some of the forthcoming titles that Book Review editors are excited about. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Why Did Atria Books Send a TikTok Influencer on a Cruise to Antarctica?

When TikTok influencer and self-described nonreader Marc Sebastian asked to be sent on the “ultimate world cruise,” Colleen Hoover's publisher answered the call—and picked up the tab. The publisher’s marketing stunt has proven divisive. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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