Quercus takes two more from O'Leary

Quercus has signed two more standalone novels from bestselling author Beth O’Leary.  Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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Welsh Books Council recommended to take on Literature Wales' Book of the Year

An independent review into the Welsh Government's support of publishing and literature in Wales has recommended the Welsh Books Council take on some of the functions of Literature Wales, including the administration of its Book of the Year prize. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Screenwriter Mark Illis' first children's book to Quercus

Quercus Children's Books has acquired author and screenwriter Mark Illis' first children's book, The Impossible, and its sequel.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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May Religion Bestsellers: Louie Giglio Breaks Top Four; ‘The Broken Road’ Takes #1

Pastor Louie Giglio debuts on our Religion Nonfiction Bestsellers list at #4 with a new take on the biblical story of David and Goliath. Plus, Richard Paul Evans tops in Religion Fiction with ‘The Broken Road.’ Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Cengage Takes Aim at Counterfeiters in New Initiative

Effective immediately, the company's products will include a seal of certification, replete with a QR code and other indicators, in order to verify the authenticity of its materials. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BookExpo 2017: A Pessimist’s Take on Happiness: Eva Woods

Attending BookExpo with her new book, "Something Like Happy" (Graydon House, Sept.), is a dream come true for Eva Woods. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BookExpo 2017: At PEN America First Amendment Panel, Different Takes On Protecting Speech

BookExpo and PEN America's joint panel on Thursday afternoon, "The First Amendment Resistance," found activists and speech advocates debating the ethical and civil responsibilities of writers and publishers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Goodings steps back from Virago as Savitt takes over

After 20 years as publisher at Virago, the “inspirational” Lennie Goodings will step back from the role, taking on a new position as Virago chair, working three days a week. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-06-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BookExpo 2017: TCG Books takes a Bow

Theatre Communications Group, in New York, is dedicated to strengthening and nurturing professional nonprofit theater in the U.S. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-06-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Wonder Woman: Gal Gadot takes flight in reboot of beloved Superhero

For Gal Gadot, the 32-year-old Israeli actress breathing new life into the iconic, 75-year-old comic book character Wonder Woman, it all began with a stance: back arched, chest out, fisted hands on the waist and exuding the confidence expected of a demigoddess. Continue reading at Stuff

[ Stuff | 2017-05-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Leading writers to take up residencies in London libraries

Leading writers Irenosen Okojie, Courttia Newland, Bidisha, and Alex Wheatle MBE are to take up residencies in London libraries as part of a new literary initiative. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-05-27 00:00:00 UTC ]
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BookExpo's Librarians' Lounge 2017: Take a “Maker Break” with DK

On Thursday, June 1, from 2:30–4 p.m., stop by the PW BookExpo Librarians’ Lounge (Booth 875) for a crafting session, courtesy of DK Publishing. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-05-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Quercus celebrates authors at Café de Paris

Pianist James Rhodes, comedian Bill Bailey, actor Greg Wise and TV presenter Katie Piper were among the Quercus authors appearing at an evening for booksellers hosted by the publisher at London cabaret venue Cafe de Paris. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-05-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Frustrated with campus discourse limits, California Republicans take on 'free speech zones'

In the realm of political odd couples, state Sen. Jim Nielsen of Gerber and aspiring public interest lawyer Nicolas Tomas may be among the oddest. Tomas, a 26-year-old Democrat, is a promoter of the vegan lifestyle. Nielsen, a 72-year-old Republican, is a cattleman and dairyman by trade. The... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2017-05-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Amazon hopes to take Manhattan with New York bookstore

Amazon will open its seventh bookstore on Thursday in New York, the company's first brick-and-mortar location in the home city of America's publishing industry. The 4,000-square-foot store, near the headquarters of publishers Penguin Random House, Hachette and Simon & Schuster, held a soft... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2017-05-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Should Johnny Depp Take Over for Alec Baldwin as Trump on 'SNL'?

Ad Age "Media Guy" columnist Simon Dumenco's media roundup for the morning of Friday, May 19:I came thisclose to being able to make this a Trump-free edition of your daily media scan, but then, well, see Nos. 5 and 6, below. (Sorry!) Anyway, let's get started ...1. More evidence that Jeff Bezos... Continue reading at Advertising Age

[ Advertising Age | 2017-05-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Hely Hutchinson to retire, Shelley to take Hachette UK c.e.o. role

Tim Hely Hutchinson is retiring as c.e.o. of Hachette UK at the end of this year, with David Shelley, currently c.e.o. of Little, Brown Book Group and Orion, set to take on the Hachette c.e.o. role. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-05-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Publishers’ candid thoughts on video: ‘Facebook is taking a cut of what used to be ours’

At the Digiday Video Anywhere Summit, video publishers spoke honestly about the challenges in platform publishing, measurement and making money. The post Publishers’ candid thoughts on video: ‘Facebook is taking a cut of what used to be ours’ appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

[ Digiday | 2017-05-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Short stories: How well do you know the genre? Take our quiz

These literary gems are proof that good things come in small packages. How many classic short stories have you read? How much do you know about their authors? Take our quiz and find out. Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor

[ The Christian Science Monitor | 2017-05-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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James Rhodes' mental health memoir signed by Quercus

Quercus is publishing a new book from concert pianist James Rhodes next year exploring mental health. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-05-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The UK’s Publishers Association Takes Its Stand: ‘No Tax on Books’

‘The UK’s superb publishing houses and workforce’ lays out their demands for government commitments ahead of the June 8 general election called by Theresa May. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson ‘A Global Success Story’ n a ringing position statement ahead of the June 8... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-05-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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