Richard Robinson Dies at 84; Turned Scholastic Into an Empire

With help from Harry Potter, the Magic School Bus and the Baby-Sitters Club, he created the largest publisher and distributor of children’s books. Continue reading at 'The New York Times'

[ The New York Times | 2021-06-08 11:45:51 UTC ]

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Which Ravenclaw from Harry Potter Are You?

If you are an avid reader, there’s a good chance you’re also a Ravenclaw. But which one are you? Take our quiz to find out! Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-21 10:32:47 UTC ]
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Mischief Managed: 12 YA Books for Fans of The Marauders From Harry Potter

Obsessed with James, Sirius, Remus and Peter? Categorized by each member, here are 12 YA books for Marauders fans and fans of the Harry Potter books. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-20 10:35:27 UTC ]
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Quiz: Which Owl From Harry Potter Are You Based On Your Reading Habits?

I was about 21, riding a scooter on my way home from work, when I noticed a shadow over my ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-16 10:35:41 UTC ]
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Books to Film: Scholastic and Imagine Announce Deal To Film Meika Hashimoto’s ‘The Trail’

'I knew I wanted to see it as a film,' says Imagine Kids+Family chief Stephanie Sperber about Meika Hashimoto's 'The Trail' from Scholastic. The post Books to Film: Scholastic and Imagine Announce Deal To Film Meika Hashimoto’s ‘The Trail’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2019-08-16 06:30:03 UTC ]
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New & Noteworthy Audiobooks, From Ernest Hemingway to the Baby-Sitters Club

A selection of books published this week; plus, a peek at what our colleagues around the newsroom are reading. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2019-08-13 16:46:49 UTC ]
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QUIZ: How Well Do You Remember the Food in Harry Potter?

I was a passionate Harry Potter fan as a kid (and teenager…and adult). I obsessed over the plots and characters, ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-13 10:35:35 UTC ]
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Emma Watson just launched a legal-advice hotline for women who are harassed at work

TimesUp! Not all heroes wear capes—or carry wands. Emma Watson, the actress and activist who is still best known as resident Harry Potter smarty-pants Hermione Granger, is taking on a new role. She has launched a free legal-advice hotline with Time’s Up for women in England and Wales who are... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2019-08-05 12:57:34 UTC ]
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Shout Your Fandom With These 34 Harry Potter Enamel Pins

I am absolutely, 100% on the enamel pin bandwagon and I am showing no signs of stopping. Not that I ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-08-02 10:33:57 UTC ]
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Scholastic reports operating income drop of 55%

Scholastic Inc's operating income for the fiscal year ending 31st May fell 55% to $25m (£20.3m), despite a 2% increase in revenues to $1.65bn (£1.34bn), according to its latest financial results. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-07-29 11:40:07 UTC ]
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Scholastic's Earnings Take Big Hit in Fiscal 2019

Scholastic cited a host of factors for a 55% decline in operating income in the fiscal year ended May 31, 2019. Revenue rose 2% in the year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-07-26 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Perfect Fragrances for Harry Potter Characters, Part II

I’m back with more fragrances and Harry Potter characters! If you missed round one, be sure to check it out. ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-07-20 10:31:12 UTC ]
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Lily Allen correctly answers the question “Which book do you wish you’d written?”

Lily Allen, who once wrote a song about what a loser her brother Theon Greyjoy was, took The Guardian‘s “Books That Made Me” questionnaire, and landed on the objectively correct answer to the question of which book she wishes she’d written: “All of the Harry Potter books, for obvious reasons.” I... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2019-07-19 14:57:05 UTC ]
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Falling In and Out of Love with HARRY POTTER

I was 11 years old when I fell in love with Harry Potter for the first time. It was the summer ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-07-19 10:39:01 UTC ]
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child behind the scenes book cover revealed

Little, Brown has revealed the cover for its behind the scenes book on hit play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-07-17 22:49:55 UTC ]
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School textbooks are on the way out – and pupils will lose so much with them | Sam Leith

Now Pearson is moving to digital-only, new generations will miss the memories bound up with the sight and smell of booksThe world’s largest publisher of textbooks is preparing to throw in the towel on print and paper: Pearson has announced a digital-first strategy for its US market. New books... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2019-07-16 15:56:37 UTC ]
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15 Magically Whimsical Harry Potter Planters and Accessories for Your Windowsill

Whether you plan to grow some devil’s snare or just some garden variety tomatoes, these Harry Potter planters are sure to get you started on the right note. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-07-16 10:36:27 UTC ]
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80 Matching Harry Potter Couple Tattoos: Critical Linking, July 16, 2019

An awesome daily roundup of the most interesting bookish links from around the web. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-07-16 10:30:09 UTC ]
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Scholastic Supports New ‘Dog Man’ With International Pilkey Tour

Urging young readers to contribute to their communities, Dav Pilkey's 'Do Good Tour' will open in August with stops in the States, Asia and India. The post Scholastic Supports New ‘Dog Man’ With International Pilkey Tour appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2019-07-15 05:30:53 UTC ]
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Quiz: Which Marauder from Harry Potter Are You?

After Harry, Ron, and Hermione, the most famous friendship from Hogwarts is certainly the four Marauders. Take this Harry Potter ... Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-07-12 10:38:28 UTC ]
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