Target Keeps Book Buyers in Its Sights

While all the big box stores carry books and all offer discounted bestsellers, Target competes most directly for those consumers who might otherwise make their purchases at bookstores. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2011-01-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Salman Rushdie and Miranda July among National Book award finalists

This year’s contenders for the main prizes also include Percival Everett, Hisham Matar and Kaveh AkbarSalman Rushdie, Miranda July and Percival Everett are among this year’s finalists for the National Book awards.Rushdie, who is receiving his first nomination, is competing in the non-fiction... Continue reading at The Guardian

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2024 National Book Award Finalists Are Named

Percival Everett’s “James,” Salman Rushdie’s “Knife” and Diane Seuss’ “Modern Poetry” are among the honorees. Winners will be announced next month. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Witchcraft! Ross Gay! Sonic Youth! Bryan Washington! 27 new books out in paperback this October.

October, astonishingly, is here already, bringing with it cooler weather, fiery and fading leaves, meditations on the passage of time and death as change, and, of course, spooky season. And, of course again, new books to read, including paperback editions of exciting tomes (some appropriately... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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Religion Book Deals: Oct. 2, 2024

Broadleaf Books acquires Artists for Joy podcaster Merideth Hite Estevez’s invitation to experience art as a spiritual doorway, Whitaker House signs Faith And Composition blogger Shalene Roberts’s inspirational book for moms, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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2024 National Book Award Shortlists Announced

The National Book Foundation has announced the 2024 National Book Award shortlists. The winners in each of the five categories will be announced at an awards ceremony on November 20. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Religion & Spirituality Books On-Sale Calendar: September/October 2024

Bruce Gordon traces how the Bible took shape and traveled across continents, Shannon K. Evans offers a fascinating look at six female mystics, and April Ajoy offers a personal exploration of politics and evangelical culture. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The Biggest Book News of the Week

Sally Rooney's new novel becomes a status symbol, the ALA releases data showing book bans on the decline, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Book Review: ‘Revenge of the Tipping Point,’ by Malcolm Gladwell

In “Revenge of the Tipping Point,” the best-selling author looks back at his old theories. Continue reading at The New York Times

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US National Book Award 2024 Longlists: Poetry

The 75th National Book Awards’ longlist in poetry is drawn from an initial pool of 299 books submitted by publishers for consideration. The post US National Book Award 2024 Longlists: Poetry appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Banned Books Week: A Renewed Court Challenge to Iowa

After an appeals court ruling upholds the First Amendment in school libraries, the Big Five and others renew their lawsuit of the state of Iowa. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson See also: During US Book Banning Week: A New Resolution in Congress US Supreme Court: AAP,... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Book Riot’s Deals of the Day for September 27, 2024

American myths and monsters, goddesses in Greek myth, a bookstore stuck in the past, and more of today's best book deals Continue reading at Book Riot

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Book Review: ‘Inventing the Modern,’ by

A new photo book pays tribute to the female investors, curators, collectors and more without whom the Museum of Modern Art in New York likely would not exist. Continue reading at The New York Times

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‘Intermezzo’ Book Club Conversation Space: Main Discussion

Discuss our October book club selection, “Intermezzo,” by Sally Rooney, with the Book Review. Continue reading at The New York Times

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‘Intermezzo’ Book Club Conversation Space: Spoiler Chat

Want to discuss spoilers related to our October book club selection, “Intermezzo,” by Sally Rooney? Post them here. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Banned Books Week Roundup and More Library News

Banned Books Week is drawing to a close, but that's not going to put a stop to the censorship happening across the country. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Book Review: ‘The Mythmakers: The Remarkable Fellowship of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien,’ by John Hendrix

A graphic novel makes a powerful case that if these two men had never met, 20th-century pop culture might have taken an entirely different course. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Frankfurt Book Fair 2024: Program Highlights

The main event of the global book publishing calendar is upon us, and this year’s professional program will feature a strong slate of panels and conversations about such issues as AI, the booming international audiobook market, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Frankfurt Book Fair 2024: Where the World Comes Together

The 2024 Frankfurt Book Fair will feature one of the most expansive and diverse programs yet. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Publishers, Advocates File New Complaint in Iowa Book Banning Case

Following an August 9 ruling by the Eighth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals, a coalition of publishers, authors, and advocates has filed a new complaint seeking to strike down the sweeping book ban provision in Iowa’s controversial law, SF 496. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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