Amid 'rhetoric of animosity and intolerance and the growing support for right-wing politicians,' a new conference examines the publishing community's accelerating drive for diversity. The post London Book Fair’s ‘Building Inclusivity’ Conference Explores Diversity appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-11-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
On May 22, the much-anticipated U.S. Book Show, held by Publishers Weekly and the Association of American Literary Agents, will present an in-person educational conference for agents, editors, marketers at NYU’s Kimmel Center in New York City, bringing the industry together for continuing... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
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Over 2,500 members of the KidLit publishing community have signed an impassioned open letter to President Biden, highlighting the disproportionately large toll Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza has taken on the children of the region, and calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. Over 2,500... Continue reading at Literrary Hub
[ Literrary Hub | 2024-01-22 18:19:23 UTC ]
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Readers respond to Baillie Gifford’s sponsorship of the Edinburgh book festival and threats by authors to boycott itRegarding your article (Authors threaten boycott of Edinburgh book festival over sponsors’ fossil fuel links, 11 August), collaboration and creativity are key to addressing the... Continue reading at The Guardian
[ The Guardian | 2023-08-15 15:13:57 UTC ]
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At the start of the pandemic, several publishing professionals from around the world launched a Facebook group called Publishers Without Borders to stay connected to the broader global publishing community during lockdown. Today, the group has grown to 4,800 members and become a hub for... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-06 05:00:00 UTC ]
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At the start of the pandemic, several publishing professionals from around the world launched a Facebook group called Publishers Without Borders to stay connected to the broader global publishing community during lockdown. Today, the group has grown to 4,800 members and become a hub for... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2023-01-06 05:00:00 UTC ]
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As University Press Week turns 10, leaders of the Association of University Presses ask its members to take stock of how the nonprofit, mission-centered publishing community has changed. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-11-05 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The violent state arrest of the Georgian opposition leader prompts a message of alarm to the world publishing community from Tbilisi. The post Georgian Publishers and PEN Center Protest Nika Melia’s Arrest appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-02-23 16:37:38 UTC ]
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Last week we decided to pay a small tribute to members of our community who are giving back in some way during the unprecedented crisis caused by COVID-19. While the health of the industry is in peril, the publishing community is thinking beyond their top and bottom lines and are instead... Continue reading at Folio Magazine
[ Folio Magazine | 2020-04-03 14:54:47 UTC ]
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2020 is underway. Budgets have been established. Strategies have been mapped. And now publishers are pushing forward on what most of them tell us will be a good year for an industry that’s had its share of ups and downs over the past decade. As the sector continues to diversify and transform at... Continue reading at Folio Magazine
[ Folio Magazine | 2020-01-30 17:09:36 UTC ]
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The publisher of the two top-selling magazines on American newsstands has initiated a process aimed at exploring alternatives outside of the traditional magazine-retail supply chain, which has become dominated by two major wholesalers following years of decline and consolidation. Bauer Media... Continue reading at Folio Magazine
[ Folio Magazine | 2019-06-11 20:01:50 UTC ]
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The 2018 'Building Inclusivity in Publishing' conference from London Book Fair and the UK's Publishers Association was a half-day program. The post The UK’s 2018 ‘Building Inclusivity’ Conference: A Safe Place for Discussion appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-11-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Women within the Christian writing and publishing community are coming forward with allegations and complaints of sexual misconduct. These accusations follow the #MeToo movement as well as the more recent #ChurchToo movement, in which several church leaders’ sexual indiscretions surfaced. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-09-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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At its fundraising gala this autumn, the nonprofit organization behind the magazine 'Words Without Borders' will honor the University of Rochester's Chad Post for his longtime leadership in the American translation and publishing community. The post Chad Post Named 2018 Ottaway Honoree in... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-09-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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We profile 47 members of the publishing community who have drawn lots of attention early in their careers and from whom much more is expected. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-08-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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As Turkey's nose-diving currency sets off alarm bells on world trading floors, Istanbul's Kalem Agency appeals to the publishing community for consideration from rights buyers: 'It's like being in a war.' The post Amid Turkey’s Spiraling Currency Crisis: An Appeal for Rights Acquisitions... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2018-08-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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More transparency around career paths would help a wider range of people access roles in the industry, panellists at the Building Inclusivity in Publishing conference said yesterday (13th November). Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2017-11-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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'Publishers are noticeably investing in improving inclusivity,' says the Publishers Association's Emma House in London ahead of Monday's conference. The post The UK’s Second ‘Building Inclusivity’ Conference: ‘Taking Stock’ of Diversity Challenges appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-11-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Ahead of the second 'Building Inclusivity' event, London Book Fair's director sees 'tangible examples of publishers making concerted efforts' in diversity. The post A Few Words With Jacks Thomas on ‘Building Inclusivity in Publishing’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives
[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-11-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Ahead of the ‘Building Inclusivity in Publishing Conference’ on 13th November, The Bookseller spoke to seven panelists about their experiences of inclusivity in the sector, and what steps can be taken to accelerate change. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2017-11-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The Building Inclusivity in Publishing conference, run by the London Book Fair and the Publishers Association, will return for a second year on 13th November 2017. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2017-09-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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