London Book Fair 2016: Rebuck, Pullman Celebrate the Staying Power of Books

In their keynotes, Penguin Random House U.K. publisher and bestselling author Philip Pullman stressed that while technology is changing, publishing's mission, storytelling, is not. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-04-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Guadalajara’s Book Fair Opens With Cărtărescu’s Award

The 36th edition of Mexico's Guadalajara International Book Fair has opened with Sharjah as its guest of honor. The post Guadalajara’s Book Fair Opens With Cărtărescu’s Award appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-27 00:51:06 UTC ]
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Sharjah Book Fair Closes With Reported 2.17 Million Visitors

As many as 112 nations reportedly were represented in the 2022 Sharjah International Book Fair attendance, according to organizers. The post Sharjah Book Fair Closes With Reported 2.17 Million Visitors appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-15 20:02:50 UTC ]
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Madrid’s Eva Orúe: ‘A Mood for a Book Fair’

Madrid's book fair director Eva Orúe is the first woman in the role in 80 years. And she has a UNESCO World Heritage venue to protect. The post Madrid’s Eva Orúe: ‘A Mood for a Book Fair’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-11 15:28:02 UTC ]
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Madrid’s Eva Orúe: ‘A Mood for a Book Fair’

Madrid's book fair director Eva Orúe is the first woman in the role in 80 years. And she has a UNESCO World Heritage venue to protect. The post Madrid’s Eva Orúe: ‘A Mood for a Book Fair’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-11 15:28:02 UTC ]
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Shanghai’s Children’s Book Fair Changes Venue Amid COVID Constraints

Moving its dates for a third time this year, the Shanghai Children's Book Fair is changing venue in an effort to host the event in December. The post Shanghai’s Children’s Book Fair Changes Venue Amid COVID Constraints appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-11-09 18:16:05 UTC ]
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Photos from the 2022 Frankfurt Book Fair

Photos of a few events, gatherings, and exhibitions at the 2022 Frankfurt Book Fair, back in full swing with more than 90,000 trade visitors. The post Photos from the 2022 Frankfurt Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-10-24 16:01:40 UTC ]
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Jamie Oliver and Geri Halliwell-Horner become the latest celebrities to announce children’s books

Publishers have faced criticism for producing books considered ‘an easy sell’ Chef Jamie Oliver and former Spice Girl Geri Halliwell-Horner have become the latest celebrities to announce new children’s books, with experts saying there is no sign the celebrity-authored children’s book trend will... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-10-21 10:05:05 UTC ]
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Frankfurt Book Fair 2022: A 'Seismic Transformation' in Scholarly Publishing

From Plan S to the recently announced White House OSTP open access policy, scholarly publishers must navigate a rapidly shifting policy landscape Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-10-19 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Ukraine’s wartime President Zelenskyy to address the Frankfurt Book Fair on Thursday.

I can’t recall a wartime leader ever addressing an international book fair while his country is under attack but, hey, it’s already been a hell of a decade, so why not? This coming Thursday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will make video remarks to the Frankfurt Book Fair, which is... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-10-18 15:18:12 UTC ]
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Sharjah International Book Fair Announces 2,213 Publishers, 95 Countries

The 2022 Sharjah International Book Fair is to field 1,298 Arab-world publishers and 915 international companies. The post Sharjah International Book Fair Announces 2,213 Publishers, 95 Countries appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-10-17 06:37:48 UTC ]
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PFLAG Adapts Picture Book to Video, Celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month

In celebration of LGBTQ+ History month in October, nonprofit organization Parents, Families, & Friends of LGBT National has brought together a slew of celebrities to voice characters in a video adaptation of picture book 'The Mother of a Movement: Jeanne Manford—Ally, Activist, and... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-10-13 04:00:00 UTC ]
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After Strong First Season, Literati Book Fairs Expand Into New Territories

Schools in select cities across the country will be able to operate a Literati Book Fair in the new academic year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-09-08 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Beijing International Book Fair: New November Dates

The sprawling Beijing International Book Fair, founded in 1986, was to open this week but has announced late-November dates. The post Beijing International Book Fair: New November Dates appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-08-22 15:16:27 UTC ]
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Half Price Books Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

Half Price Books, a Texas-based company, has firmly established itself as the nation’s third-largest bookstore chain with 121 stores. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-08-12 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Tomorrow is Paperback Book Day, so here are 21 new ones to celebrate.

July 30 is officially Paperback Book Day! It’s apparently the day that Penguin started publishing paperbacks, way back in 1935. And what a glorious day it was! Who doesn’t love paperbacks? They feel so nice in your hands! They fit so conveniently into your bag! Curious about the history behind... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-07-29 13:00:35 UTC ]
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Witch Books Hold Power

As part of a continuing publishing trend, witchcraft books continue to draw the interest of readers, especially those seeking empowerment. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-07-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Hong Kong publishers excluded from book fair over politically sensitive material

At least three booksellers say they were banned from the annual jamboree as the city embarks on ‘new form of censorship’Hong Kong publishers have decried a “new form of censorship” after vendors selling books deemed politically sensitive were allegedly excluded from the industry’s traditional... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-07-22 04:39:34 UTC ]
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Returning to In-Person Book Fairs Cited in Scholastic’s Q4 Report

The largest children's book and educational publisher sees continued growth in its own school-based book fairs, and revenue-per-fair. The post Returning to In-Person Book Fairs Cited in Scholastic’s Q4 Report appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-07-22 00:30:36 UTC ]
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Michelle Obama announces second book: ‘a toolbox to stay centred’

The Light We Carry, to be published in November, compiles the former first lady’s best strategies for surviving in the face of a ‘rising tide of bigotry and intolerance’A new book by former first lady Michelle Obama will offer readers “fresh stories and insightful reflections on change,... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-07-21 14:08:29 UTC ]
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