Slight increase in BAME representation in children's books, CLPE report finds

The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE) has revealed that there has been a slight increase in children's books featuring a BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) character – from 4% in 2017 to 7% last year – with a rise in BAME central protagonists, from 1% to 4% in its second annual report on the issue. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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Nielsen Book Releases New UK and US Metadata Reports

Charting the importance of proper and timely metadata, Nielsen Book's twin studies from the US and UK markets may be motivational updates for publishers. The post Nielsen Book Releases New UK and US Metadata Reports appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2017-01-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bawden children’s books to become Virago classics

Virago will this year publish three Nina Bawden children’s books as part of its Virago Modern Classics (VMC) range. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-01-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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HarperCollins Pulls Book by a Trump Pick After Plagiarism Report

Monica Crowley, a conservative columnist and TV personality who was chosen by President-elect Trump for a high-ranking communications role at the National Security Council, departing Trump Tower in December. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2017-01-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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10 Essential Books for Parents of Transgender Children

Laurie Frankel, author of the heartwarming new novel 'This Is How It Always Is,' picks 10 books for parents of transgender children. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-01-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Charity children’s book raises £13,000 for Cameroon

A children’s book featuring stories by authors such as Gill Lewis, Piers Toray and Abi Elphinstone has raised more than £13,000 for a charity project in Cameroon. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2017-01-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New British books prize for BAME authors unveils inaugural longlist

The Jhalak prize lines up 12 titles – taking in fiction, history, politics and YA fantasy – showcasing ‘the strength, range and promise’ of UK writers of colour A debut novel about inherited identity, a dystopian fantasy from a former children’s laureate, a study of Indian healthcare and radical... Continue reading at The Guardian

[ The Guardian | 2017-01-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Aldus Network Survey of European Book Fairs: A New Report

For publishing players looking to know more about entry points into some of Europe's book markets, Aldus' new brochure may be useful. The post Aldus Network Survey of European Book Fairs: A New Report appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-12-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Sweden’s Olika: A Decidedly ‘Different’ Children’s Book Publisher

Swedish children's book publisher Olika Förlag has a decade-long history of promoting diversity, challenging gender stereotypes, and winning awards for their work. The post Sweden’s Olika: A Decidedly ‘Different’ Children’s Book Publisher appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Faber launches competition for BAME children’s authors

Faber & Faber is launching an award to find BAME children’s writers and illustrators in partnership with the Andlyn Literary Agency. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-12-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Stephen King picture book to Hodder Children's

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[ The Bookseller | 2016-12-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Bad Little Children's Books satire pulled following racism accusations

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Under Fire, Abrams to Cease Publishing ‘Bad Little Children’s Books’

Facing outrage over a book of parodies of classic children's book covers, Abrams has agreed to a request from the author to stop publishing the title. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Competition Celebrates German Children’s Book Translators

Growing interest in German children's books led to a translation competition to identify up-and-coming translators. Here we announce the top translators. The post Competition Celebrates German Children’s Book Translators appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Macmillan Children’s Publishing Expands E-book Lending

Macmillan Children's Publishing Group will now offer all frontlist ebooks for library lending on the same day they go on sale in the retail market. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Ukazoo Books finds new location in Towson

Ukazoo Books has found a new Towson location.The buyer and seller of new and used books that opened in Dulaney Plaza in 2007 will relocate to Loch Raven Boulevard, south of the intersection with Joppa Road.The bookseller announced the new site, 8641 Loch Raven Blvd., on its Facebook page and said... Continue reading at Baltimore Sun

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In a consistent German book market, the Boersenverein reports rising ebook sales by volume, but lower prices are driving down revenue from digital products. The post In Germany: Report Finds Ebook Sales Rising, Revenue Down, in 2016 appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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DK title wins children's science book prize

How Machines Work by David Macaulay (Dorling Kindersley) was today announced as the winner of the £10,000 Royal Society’s Young People’s Book Prize 2016, which champions the best science books for under-14s. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-11-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Chalking Up Another Successful Shanghai Children's Book Fair

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[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-11-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Children to receive free titles for Book Week Scotland

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[ The Bookseller | 2016-11-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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