Penguin Random House Children’s Books to Publish Wattpad Books in UK

The latest stage in Wattpad's rapid expansion, its own new line of books is to be published in the UK market by Penguin Random House UK. The post Penguin Random House Children’s Books to Publish Wattpad Books in UK appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

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Picador beats seven publishers to debut

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Sony offers first Harry Potter book free with new reader

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Publishers Continue to Look for Tablet Relief Outside of iPad

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Galaxy National Book Awards coverage shake-up

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