Scottish Book Trust increases festival fee to promote author 'fairness'

Scottish Book Trust is to increase the money paid to authors participating in its Live Literature programme to £175 out of a belief that writers, storytellers and illustrators “should be paid fairly for the important work that they do”. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2016-08-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair: Ukraine’s Presence at the Trade Show

Two programming events at London Book Fair will have particular bearing on Russia's aggression in Ukraine. The post London Book Fair: Ukraine’s Presence at the Trade Show appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-30 18:35:17 UTC ]
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Why Authors Love You When You Leave a Book Review Online

Why do authors always ask for readers to leave reviews? Do reviews really help sell their books? Bottom line: yes. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2022-03-30 10:35:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair: Brazil Stages Its First Exclusive Stand

Brazil's publishers arrive in London with their own stand and offerings at the trade show, including Prêmio Jabuti exhibition. (Sponsored) The post London Book Fair: Brazil Stages Its First Exclusive Stand appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-29 14:23:16 UTC ]
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London Book Fair: This Year, a Main Stage in Pillar Hall

Headliners Ben Okri and Louise Moore are to give keynote addresses on London Book Fair’s new Main Stage. The post London Book Fair: This Year, a Main Stage in Pillar Hall appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-28 12:47:19 UTC ]
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Opening Today: Bologna’s Physical and ‘Fast’ Book Fair

The world's most influential publishing trade show for younger readers was green-lighted only on January 15. The post Opening Today: Bologna’s Physical and ‘Fast’ Book Fair appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-21 06:37:58 UTC ]
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Children’s Books by Black Authors: A Reading List 

A reading list hints at the richness and breadth of African American children’s writing before Brown v. Board of Education. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2022-03-19 09:00:07 UTC ]
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ABC's 'Abbott Elementary' and Scholastic bringing free book fairs to two L.A. schools

ABC, home of freshman comedy 'Abbott Elementary,' has partnered with Scholastic to host free book fairs at seven Title 1 schools between March 14-18. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2022-03-11 21:00:48 UTC ]
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Abbott Elementary is bringing free book fairs to underfunded schools.

Critics and audiences are hailing the release of Abbott Elementary, ABC’s new workplace sitcom created by and starring Quinta Brunson (and, by the way, featuring a virtuosic comedic performance by Janelle James). Abbott Elementary, which received the highest comedy ratings since Modern Family’s... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2022-03-10 20:19:56 UTC ]
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Book Fair Directors on Ukraine: ‘We Cannot Remain Silent’

The leadership of 14 international book fairs in 13 nations agree to suspend contact with Russian state institutions and agencies. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson ‘Free Expression and Critical Voices’ e continue to receive new messages relative to Vladimir Putin’s war on... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-08 01:04:51 UTC ]
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Netflix’s ‘Pieces of Her’ doesn’t blindly follow the book. Author Karin Slaughter couldn’t be happier.

Netflix’s "Pieces of Her," starring Toni Colette and Bella Heathcote, departs regularly from the source material, but the spirit of the novel remains intact. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-03-05 12:00:35 UTC ]
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Awards: London Book Fair Names International Excellence Shortlists

Seventeen nations are represented in eight categories, with Greece making its debut in International Excellence Awards competition. The post Awards: London Book Fair Names International Excellence Shortlists appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-04 12:29:22 UTC ]
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Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair Postponed From March to July

The ninth iteration of the China Shanghai International Children's Book is moving its 2022 dates to July, under COVID-19 restrictions. The post Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair Postponed From March to July appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-03 18:16:52 UTC ]
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Children’s Book Author Shirley Hughes has Died at 94

Shirley Hughes was the English author and illustrator of beloved picture books like Out and About, Dogger, and the Alfie series. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2022-03-02 13:57:50 UTC ]
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Hamilton author had his children's book translated into a sign language, and says everyone should do it

Bruce Simpson self published Paislee and the Talking Tree, and put an American Sign Language version online. Members of the deaf community say such translations are still not that common with newer books and applaud the move. Continue reading at CBC

[ CBC | 2022-02-28 21:15:37 UTC ]
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Leonard Kessler, children’s author whose books endured, dies at 101

A writer and illustrator, he created more than 200 books for young readers, including the ode to individuality “Mr. Pine’s Purple House." Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2022-02-26 04:19:15 UTC ]
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Leonard Kessler, Colorful Children’s Book Author, Dies at 101

He crafted tales of everyday life for early readers. His “Mr. Pine’s Purple House,” first published in 1965, later inspired a new publishing company — and Jeff Bezos. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2022-02-24 23:32:36 UTC ]
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Gagliano Tapped to Head Boston Book Festival

Gina Gagliano, founder and former publishing director of Random House Graphic, has been named executive director of the Boston Book Festival. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-02-23 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Bologna Children’s Book Fair: The 2022 Ragazzi Award Winners

With 14 jurors having worked their way through 2,215 submissions from 61 countries, the 2022 Bologna Ragazzi Award winners are announced. The post Bologna Children’s Book Fair: The 2022 Ragazzi Award Winners appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-02-22 18:45:35 UTC ]
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Author Joanne Harris turns down US book deal over censoring of ‘f-bomb’

Author of Chocolat says she does not use words ‘accidentally’The bestselling author Joanne Harris has turned down a US book deal after the publishers demanded she take out an “f-bomb” from the novel.The Chocolat author, who lives near Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, tweeted on Saturday: “Today I... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2022-02-19 14:04:53 UTC ]
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Norway: Guest of Honor in May at the Book Fair of Warsaw

The Center for Norwegian Literature Abroad, NORLA, is leading the guest-of-honor program at the Book Fair in Warsaw in May. The post Norway: Guest of Honor in May at the Book Fair of Warsaw appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-02-18 14:34:07 UTC ]
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