Poisoned Pen to Bring Back Golden Age Mysteries

With "Downton Abbey" reviving interest in the period between the two world wars, the publishing arm of the British Library has been releasing new editions of forgotten classics published in Britain’s golden age of mystery (considered to span most of the 1920s and ’30s) since 2012. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

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15 Science Fiction Short Stories To Take You Out of this World

We're in a new golden age of science fiction, especially science fiction short stories. These are some of the best stories you can read right now online. Continue reading at Book Riot

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United Methodist Publishing Plans for Church Split

Following the proposal by the United Methodist Church to split the denomination over same-sex marriage and LGBTQ clergy, the church’s publishing arm says it will remain with the post-separated church and adjust operations according to congregants’ needs. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Best known for her role on ‘Downton Abbey,’ Catherine Steadman is making a splash as an author

Her new book, “Mr. Nobody,” is a delightfully twisty follow-up to her debut, “Something in the Water.” Continue reading at The Washington Post

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'Ruined King' is Riot's RPG based on 'League of Legends'

Riot announced its new publishing arm for new League of Legends-related games, Riot Forge, just last week, and tonight at The Game Awards it revealed the first title to spawn from this business: Ruined King: A League of Legends Story. It's a narrativ... Continue reading at Engadget

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Happy 25th anniversary, banner ads -- now it’s time to retire

While banner ads are past their prime, we wouldn’t be in this golden age of digital content marketing without them. Continue reading at Advertising Age

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Arifa Akbar appointed as the Guardian’s chief theatre critic

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Meet Printers Row Publishing Group

The publishing arm of ReaderLink has enjoyed solid gains over the past four years.that ended this September. Tasker has been with ReaderLink since 2015, when he joined as v-p and publisher of Silver Dolphin Books, and since that time, PRPG has expanded through a series of acquisitions, as well... Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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PLR celebrates 40th anniversary

The Public Lending Right scheme (PLR) celebrated its 40th anniversary last night with a party at the British Library.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Anna James to edit British Library Christmas collection

Children's author Anna James will edit the British Library's Christmas collection.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

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A Reading List Inspired by DOWNTON ABBEY: THE MOVIE

The DOWNTON ABBEY movie premieres in the U.S. on September 20, so we've rounded up a list of books with similar themes for fans of the show. Continue reading at Book Riot

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The stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age were avid readers. There are pictures to prove it.

In “The Hollywood Book Club,” Steven Rea brings together photos of Marlon Brando, Marilyn Monroe and many more. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Robbie Robertson documentary opens TIFF in a 'golden age' for rock docs

The Toronto International Film Festival opens this year with Once Were Brothers, a documentary based on Robbie Robertson's memoir directed by a 26-year-old Canadian filmmaker. The doc's opening spot signifies the rising caché of music... Continue reading at CBC

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British Library acquires Granta magazine archive

The British Library has acquired the 40-year archive of Granta magazine featuring letters and papers from authors including Margaret Atwood, JG Ballard, Angela Carter and Kazuo Ishiguro. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Obioma: 'I have worn my Booker-shortlisting as a badge of honour'

Man Booker Prize shortlisted author Chigozie Obioma will be headlining the Africa Writes Festival taking place at the British Library this weekend. We speak to Obioma about his work, his inspiration and his publishing journey. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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White Lion lands Downton Abbey cookbook and cocktail recipes

Quarto imprint White Lion Publishing has snapped up a "Downton Abbey" cookbook and collection of cocktail recipes to coincide with a film version of the hit series. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Headline scoops official Downton Abbey film companion

Headline has scooped an official companion book to the forthcoming "Downton Abbey" movie, bringing the world and characters of the fictional country house to life. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Bring Back the Golden Age of Broadcast Regulation. Especially for YouTube and Facebook.

They should be seen as communications infrastructure, and be made to serve the public interest. Continue reading at Slate

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British Library considers new Leeds outpost

The British Library is considering opening a new facility in Leeds, alongside plans to expand its existing reading rooms in the area. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Eccles Centre partners with Hay Festival for 2020 Writer’s Award

The Eccles Centre at the British Library is joining forces with Hay Festival on the Centre's £20,000 Writer’s Award, which will become the Eccles Centre and Hay Festival Writer’s Award. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Amazing Marvel comic book covers from the Golden Age of Stan Lee

Lee created or co-created a stable of superhero characters that drove the comics industry for decades and continues to drive Hollywood profits today. To celebrate the life and work of Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics pioneer who passed away at the age of 95 today, we rounded up some classic covers... Continue reading at Fast Company

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