LBF Watch: UK’s International Literature Showcase Names 2017 Participants

With activities scheduled to begin in June, this program for promotion of British authors and literary organization is in its second annual round. The post LBF Watch: UK’s International Literature Showcase Names 2017 Participants appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

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Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite coming to the UK on October 25th, starting at £109

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Amazon brings controversial e-lending scheme to UK

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'Big' UK Nook push planned

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Casual Vacancy 'fastest-selling book' in UK in three years

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UK orders ebook lending review

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