The creator of the popular Well-Read Black Girl book club on the books that saved her

Glory Edim's 'Gather Me' traces the dramatic arc of her life as well as her discovery of Maya Angelou, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison and other Black writers. Continue reading at 'Los Angeles Times'

[ Los Angeles Times | 2024-10-21 17:03:20 UTC ]
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In Brazil: IPA Signs Agreement for Ibero-American Reading and Books

As agreed at São Paulo's book fair, the International Publishers Association is working on reading and books in the Ibero-American markets. The post In Brazil: IPA Signs Agreement for Ibero-American Reading and Books appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2024-09-05 18:54:51 UTC ]
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30 books to read this fall

Fall's most anticipated books include novels from Rachel Kushner, Sally Rooney, Danzy Senna, Michael Connelly and Richard Price. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2024-09-03 10:00:18 UTC ]
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‘The Hypocrite’ Book Club: Spoiler Chat

Want to discuss spoilers related to our September book club selection, “The Hypocrite,” by Jo Hamya? Post them here. Continue reading at The New York Times

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‘The Hypocrite’ Book Club: Main Conversation

Discuss our September book club selection, “The Hypocrite,” by Jo Hamya, with the Book Review. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Mango Forms Books That Save Lives Imprint

The new imprint will release its first book on September 1, the day that marks the beginning of Suicide Prevention Month. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Book Club: Let’s Talk About ‘My Brilliant Friend’

The first novel in Elena Ferrante’s Neapolitan quartet was just voted the best book of the 21st century. We like it too. Continue reading at The New York Times

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The 10 Most Interesting Questions in the World of Books and Reading

Some stories come and go, but there are some stories that are part of fundamental questions that the book world is asking and trying to answer. Here are the ten that I find to be the most important at the moment. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2024-08-21 10:00:00 UTC ]
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9 Books About Haunted Asian Girls

Though they’ve been icons of cinema for a while—see: Sadako, Shutter—it’s taken English literature a little longer to catch up to Asian women front and centre in stories of ghosts and horror. The prevalence of female ghosts across Asia has always interested me: how often their origin is rooted... Continue reading at Electric Literature

[ Electric Literature | 2024-08-16 11:05:00 UTC ]
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Eight New Books Indie Booksellers Want You to Read

Independent booksellers from across the country highlight eight independently published books they're excited to sell this fall. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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20 Indie Books to Read for Fall 2024

This season’s noteworthy offerings feature time loops, psychoactive booze, the Big Bang, and a hermit on a mission from God. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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What I learned from binging the Book Club movies.

I’ve been a part of many book clubs. The most successful one was the brain fruit of my most energetic friend. We met weekly, and she’d cook lavish multi-course meals inspired by the novels we chose. But the group lost momentum, as these things do. Some members moved away. Some drifted. The club... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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7 New Books for 'Lit Girl Summer'

Earlier this week, 'Elle' magazine officially declared "Lit Girl Summer" to be in full swing—we've rounded up some new books perfect for anyone looking to partake. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Book Club Picks for August 2024

Novels by Alison Espach, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, an Rainbow Rowell are among this month's selections by the nation's biggest book club purveyors, from Barnes & Noble and Jenna Bush Hager to 'Good Morning America' and Reese Witherspoon. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-08-06 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Black Book Community Hopes New Release Will Lead to Marcus Garvey's Exoneration

This fall, Broadleaf Books will publish 'Justice for Marcus Garvey: Look for Me in the Whirlwind,' a compilation of essays edited by Garvey's son that includes contributions by Black authors, booksellers, and publishers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-08-05 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Francine Pascal, creator of the Sweet Valley High books, dies aged 92

Author’s long-running high school book series sold more than 200m copies and led to a hit TV showFrancine Pascal, creator of the long-running Sweet Valley High book series, has died at the age of 92.According to the New York Times, the author died in New York City as as result of lymphoma. The... Continue reading at The Guardian

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2024 In Memoriam: Children's Book Creators and Publishers Remembered

We pay tribute to the authors, illustrators, and publishing professionals we have lost so far this year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The Most Popular Book Riot Posts of 2024 So Far

Our most popular post of 2024 so far, on feeling like an unserious reader, Robin Hood retellings, and more today on Book Riot. Continue reading at Book Riot

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The Most Popular Book Riot Posts of 2024 So Far

The most popular posts on Book Riot so far in 2024 offer a glimpse into the trends happening in books and reading this year. Continue reading at Book Riot

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