New novel Billy Summers from Stephen King for summer 2021

Stephen King is publishing a new thriller with Hodder in August 2021, Billy Summers. The book–about a unique hitman, "a good guy in a bad job”–has been billed as “part war story, part love letter to small town America and the people who live there”. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2021-01-31 23:25:01 UTC ]

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11 New Books Coming in August

Buzzy new novels from Alexandra Kleeman, Leila Slimani and Stephen King, Billie Jean King’s memoir and plenty more. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Laura Lippman’s suspense novel ‘Dream Girl’ takes its cue from Stephen King

In Lippman’s 25th novel, a bedridden novelist is haunted by a woman who claims to be one of his characters. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2021-07-11 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Second Scottish travel guide from 'Outlander' stars to Hodder

Hodder & Stoughton has acquired The Clanlands Almanac: Seasonal Stories from Scotland, a second title from Sam Heughan and Graham McTavish, stars of the historical drama series "Outlander" and authors of 2020 title Clanlands (Hodder).  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-07-01 03:43:36 UTC ]
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Hodder removes Hilderbrand’s Anne Frank reference after criticism

Hodder has removed a passage from American author Elin Hilderbrand’s latest novel after criticism over its reference to Anne Frank.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-06-10 01:28:19 UTC ]
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Hodder to publish Jodi Picoult's pandemic-inspired novel

Hodder will publish Jodi Picoult’s new novel, Wish You Were Here, inspired by the global pandemic and about how a young woman's life unravels in lockdown. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-05-07 10:03:28 UTC ]
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Hodder Studio to publish Mehreen Baig's debut book

Hodder Studio will publish the first book by broadcaster, podcaster and writer Mehreen Baig about her decade’s teaching experience.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-04-28 15:20:15 UTC ]
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Hodder to publish first book from YouTube science communicator Clark

Hodder & Stoughton has acquired Firmament by YouTube scientist and science communicator Simon Clark. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-04-18 09:41:33 UTC ]
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Hodder strikes two-book deal with Keane

Hodder & Stoughton has acquired two novels from Jessie Keane, including standalone historical thriller, Diamond.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Authors fear the worst if Penguin owner takes over Simon & Schuster

Analysis: if Bertelsmann, owner of Penguin Random House, buys US publisher, writers expect smaller deals and less choice for readersUK watchdog investigates Penguin owner’s Simon & Schuster takeoverJokes circulated online when, in 2013, Penguin and Random House merged: would the new... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2021-03-22 23:24:23 UTC ]
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UK watchdog investigates Penguin owner’s Simon & Schuster takeover

CMA says it is considering whether Penguin Random House’s $2bn deal would lessen competitionAuthors fear the worst if Bertelsmann takes over Simon & SchusterThe UK competition watchdog has launched an investigation into Penguin Random House’s $2bn (£1.45bn) takeover of Simon & Schuster,... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2021-03-22 09:00:30 UTC ]
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Hodder buys two more from Iain Dale

Hodder & Stoughton has bought two books, including The Presidents, to be edited by former Biteback chief Iain Dale.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hodder scoops 'lyrical' novel from publisher Jacquie Bloese

Hodder has bought two books by debut author and publisher Jacquie Bloese, including “a brilliantly moving historical novel”. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Sulley retires after nearly 20 years at Hodder Education

Hodder Education's Robert Sulley is retiring after nearly two decades with the company. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-03-16 07:21:07 UTC ]
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Hodder & Stoughton buys 'life-affirming' debut from Esme King

Hodder & Stoughton has secured Esme King’s debut novel, Reasons To Go Outside, “an uplifting and life-affirming story about a woman who hasn’t left her home in 43 years”.   Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hodder Studios pre-empts Bonner's 'brilliantly addictive' debut thriller

Hodder Studios has pre-empted two books from Sarah Bonner, including her debut novel Her Perfect Twin, described as an "original, compelling and propulsive" thriller.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hodder to publish Lumley's 'heart-warming' celebration of Queen’s Platinum Jubilee

Hodder & Stoughton will publish actress Joanna Lumley's A Queen for All Seasons, a "warm and fascinating" celebration of Queen Elizabeth II and her Platinum Jubilee.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hodder Studio snaps up Phil Wang's debut, Sidesplitter

Hodder Studio will publish comedian Phil Wang’s debut Sidesplitter: How to be from Two Worlds at Once, exploring his experience of living between England and Malaysia. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Comedian Frank Skinner to publish book with Hodder Faith

Hodder Faith will publish A Comedian’s Prayer Book by Frank Skinner in April 2021. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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MOB moves to Hodder & Stoughton for fifth cookbook

Hodder & Stoughton has acquired the fifth recipe book from MOB Kitchen, Comfort MOB: Food That Makes You Feel Good. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Hodder & Stoughton to publish Paris Fury memoir

Hodder & Stoughton has acquired Paris Fury's autobiography, Love and Fury, which will tell the story of her life as a Traveller and wife of boxer Tyson Fury. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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