Trade backs library e-lending, claims Overdrive chief

Written By: Benedicte Page Overdrive c.e.o. Steve Potash has said there is “enthusiastic support” for library e-lending from “many” trade publishing houses, describing fears over remote downloading as “not a real issue”. Potash was visiting London this week for talks with the major publishers, as well as the Publishers Association and Booksellers Association, of which the US-based digital distributor has just become an affiliate member. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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IPA on Reported Moscow Arrests: ‘The Risks Publishers Now Face in Russia’

The International Publishers Association alerts its world membership to reports of Russian actions against 'LGBT propaganda.' The post IPA on Reported Moscow Arrests: ‘The Risks Publishers Now Face in Russia’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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UK Publishers Release More of Their ‘Soft Power’ Study

The United Kingdom's Publishers Association's annual meeting features a study on UK publishing and 'soft power' at home and abroad. The post UK Publishers Release More of Their ‘Soft Power’ Study appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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The Young Publishers Association Is Nurturing the Industry’s Next Generation

The volunteer-run nonprofit, launched in 2024 by Noah Perkins, is providing publishing newcomers with opportunities for connection and mentorship. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Canadian Booksellers Unite in Tariff Fight

The Canadian Independent Booksellers Association and Indigo Books have sent a joint letter asking Prime Minister Mark Carney to exempt books from the 25% counter-tariffs scheduled to take effect on April 2, saying they would have “devastating consequences.” Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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London Book Fair Week: ‘International Adults’ Hail UK Publishing

The United Kingdom’s Publishers Association has a survey describing the good reputation of the UK’s books. By Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief | @Porter_Anderson Reputational Value t’s already being cheered for its “Great Copyright Heist” description of the UK government’s AI “opt-out proposal”... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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‘My Name Is Barbra’ Wins Audiobook of the Year at 2025 Audie Awards

At the 30th annual Audies, presented by the Audio Publishers Association and held in New York City on March 4, winners across 28 categories were announced. Barbra Streisand’s memoir took home the night's biggest honor, Audiobook of the Year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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New Study: Half of Australians Say They Want To Read More

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UK: ‘The Great Copyright Heist Cannot Go Unchallenged’

The Publishers Association's Dan Conway  calls for 'partnership' rather than 'subservience' as the UK's AI consultation closes. The post UK: ‘The Great Copyright Heist Cannot Go Unchallenged’ appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Final PubWest Conference Focuses on Finance, Fostering Best Practices

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London’s Westminster Book Awards: The 2025 Winners

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The Audie Awards Competition Names Its 2025 Finalists

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The Publishers Association on the UK’s AI Consultation

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Palestinian Publisher Wins Top IPA Award

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Rome’s Più libri più liberi Prepares a Professional Program

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Florida Moves to Dismiss Publisher Lawsuit Over Book Bans

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IBPA and PubWest Unite to Become One Association

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