Random rushes Bin Laden digital exclusive

Written By: Charlotte Williams Publication Date: Mon, 09/05/2011 - 08:51 Random House is publishing its first "instant ebook exclusive" with William Heinemann's rapid response to the death of Al Qaeda leader Osama Bin Laden. Beyond Bin Laden: The Future of Terror will be published tomorrow (10th May) as an ebook and audio download, both priced £2.99. Senior editor Drummond Moir acquired UK and Commonwealth (ex Canada) rights to the collection of essays through Denise Cronin at Random House Inc. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-05-09 00:00:00 UTC ]

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