Report: Alabama investigating possible elder abuse in connection with Harper Lee’s new novel

The news last month that Harper Lee would be publishing a second book was met with a brief blip of exultation followed by skepticism from fans of To Kill a Mockingbird. Continue reading at 'Stuff'

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Paperback of Lee's Yorkshire Ripper title out in December

Michael O’Mara Books will publish Carol Ann Lee's "compelling and detailed" account of the women affected by the brutal crimes of Peter Sutcliffe, known as the Yorkshire Ripper, in paperback in December.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-26 07:03:02 UTC ]
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Kevin Rudd and Malcolm Turnbull challenge News Corp over reports of ‘foreign interference’ in petition

Parliamentary committee investigating after former prime ministers criticise Murdoch media story on ‘fake’ names in petitionFormer prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Malcolm Turnbull have challenged News Corp to co-operate with any investigation stemming from reports of “foreign interference” in a... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2020-11-18 08:02:35 UTC ]
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Sharjah Concludes Physical Book Fair Reporting 382,000 Attendees

Sharjah International Book Fair has fulfilled its planned 11-day physical exhibition-floor run and three-day publishers conference. The post Sharjah Concludes Physical Book Fair Reporting 382,000 Attendees appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-11-17 15:54:45 UTC ]
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New York Times reports News Corp bid for S&S

Rupert Murdoch's media giant News Corp has made a bid for Simon & Schuster, according to a report in the New York Times. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-17 08:28:03 UTC ]
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‘I need it verified’: Vizio will add Nielsen measurement to lure linear TV ad dollars to its connected TV platform

In the first half of 2021, the smart TV maker will start selling CTV ads guaranteed against Nielsen’s Digital Ad Ratings. The post ‘I need it verified’: Vizio will add Nielsen measurement to lure linear TV ad dollars to its connected TV platform appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

[ Digiday | 2020-11-17 05:01:32 UTC ]
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Structure and human connection 'critical' for home workers, FutureBook hears

Staffers are falling into “dangerous patterns” as a result of working from home during the pandemic, delegates at The Bookseller's Futurebook conference have heard.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-16 12:10:11 UTC ]
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BookTrust and CLPE report small improvements for representation in children's books

Representation in children’s books is still not reflective of society, according to reading charity BookTrust and the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE). Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-10 16:08:26 UTC ]
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Digital publishers hunt for home on connected TV

Media companies don’t have to choose between operating a standalone CTV app or a 24/7 channel within a third-party platform, but for some publishers, it’s not even a choice. The post Digital publishers hunt for home on connected TV appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

[ Digiday | 2020-11-04 05:01:32 UTC ]
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Lee and Andrew Child's The Sentinel stands guard in top spot

Lee Child's 25th Jack Reacher title The Sentinel (Bantam), written with his brother Andrew, has gone straight to the UK Official Top 50 number one spot, with 55,751 copies sold. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-11-03 03:50:06 UTC ]
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Maria Hinojosa discusses how her childhood trauma shaped her immigration reporting

Journalist Maria Hinojosa talks about her memoir "Once I Was You," and how a childhood trauma triggered her interest in immigration reporting. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2020-10-31 16:00:33 UTC ]
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Tender-Hearted and Tough-Skinned: Kathie Lee Gifford

The former ‘Today’ show host discusses critics, Jesus, Covid-19, and the writing of her new book, ‘It’s Never Too Late.’ Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-10-28 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Connecting for Inclusion, Happiness, and Success: Spotlight on Melanie Katzman

In Connect First, the Wall Street Journal #1 bestselling authorand business psychologist lays out a plan for bringing human connection and emotional understanding to the workplace. (Sponsored) Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-10-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Connecting at a Heart Level: PW Talks to Toni Nieuwhof

A former divorce attorney explores some of the most prevalent problems in marriages and how to solve them in her new book, 'Before You Split.' Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-10-16 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Frankfurt Report: Italian Book Market Narrows Its Losses

The Italian Publishers Association's Ricardo Franco Levi and his staff in Milan report on progress in one of Europe's hardest hit markets. The post Frankfurt Report: Italian Book Market Narrows Its Losses appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-10-15 15:25:47 UTC ]
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Google applies its AI tech to reporting with 'Journalist Studio' tools

Since introducing the Google News Initiative in 2018, the company has used the $300 million journalism project to fight disinformation and help publishers make money. Now, Google is also investing in journalism-specific software with Journalist Studi... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2020-10-14 11:00:47 UTC ]
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Faber scoops Burnett's 'brilliantly witty' mental health investigation

Guardian Faber is to publish Psycho-Logical by Dean Burnett, a "unique insight" into understanding mental health.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-12 11:51:49 UTC ]
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AI to benefit academic publishers the most, says PA report

A report compiled by the Publishers Association has found that one in six publishers think Artificial Intelligence will bring about "significant" change for the industry, with academic publishers set to benefit the most. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-10-06 21:50:35 UTC ]
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A searing look at the Mueller investigation — from the inside

Andrew Weissmann targets Barr, Trump and his own Justice Department colleagues for criticism. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-09-22 05:53:09 UTC ]
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EUP reports 2% sales rise as Wright retirement announced

Edinburgh University Press has reported a 2% rise in sales for the year to end 31st July 2020 and announced that c.e.o. Timothy Wright will retire next year. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-09-15 09:03:36 UTC ]
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HBG Releases Diversity and Inclusion Progress Report

A new diversity and inclusion progress report from Hachette Book Group details internal and external commitments, including goals to increase the number of people of color employed by the company as well as make “measurable improvements” to company culture and community service. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-09-15 04:00:00 UTC ]
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