Two Pandemic Book Moments (shelftalker)

A pair of book moments that stand out from among the multitude of pandemic bookselling interludes at DDG. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-04-22 10:00:00 UTC ]

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Rights Roundup: The Pandemic Changes the Book Fair Calendar Again

Titles in our Rights Roundup come from Japan by way of Finland, as well as Slovakia, Sweden, Germany, Turkey, the United States, and France. The post Rights Roundup: The Pandemic Changes the Book Fair Calendar Again appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2021-04-09 16:27:44 UTC ]
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International pandemic book trends discussed at ReBoot workshop

The resilience of the print market, digital library borrowing and the appetite for backlist titles during the pandemic were among topics discussed at the ReBoot Books Business and Reading workshop held on Thursday (25th February).  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2021-02-25 18:25:30 UTC ]
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New Report Offers Post-Pandemic Outlook for Book Business

In a free 50-page report released this week, three veteran publishing and digital media consultants offer a postmortem on 2020 and a glimpse at what the future holds for publishers, booksellers, libraries and readers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2021-01-07 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Launching a Book During a Pandemic

Author Laura Treacy Bentley recommends using some ingenuity when hosting a virtual live book event. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-12-18 05:00:00 UTC ]
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5 Indie Bookstores That Started Book Subscriptions or Personalized Care Packages to Survive the Pandemic

A round up of independent bookstore subscription services and care packages created to help these indies survive the pandemic. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2020-11-23 11:39:00 UTC ]
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How books, and both of my husbands, comforted me during the pandemic

Diane Cole finds solace in the ritual of reading, and in notes left behind by her late spouse. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-10-09 11:00:00 UTC ]
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Chelsea Green acquires book questioning pandemic measures

Chelsea Green Publishing will publish Corona, False Alarm? by Dr Sucharit Bhakdi and Dr Karina Reiss, which has been a bestseller in Germany. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-09-04 14:37:44 UTC ]
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Coronavirus Impact: Nielsen Book India on Readers in the Pandemic

Nielsen Book's extensive survey of India's consumer behavior in and after lockdowns reveals shifts in the time spent reading–and listening–for publishers. The post Coronavirus Impact: Nielsen Book India on Readers in the Pandemic appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-07-15 14:45:54 UTC ]
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Egmont scoops picture book of Roberts' hit pandemic poem

Egmont has snapped up a picture book of "The Great Realisation", Tomos Roberts' poem in response to Covid-19 that has been viewed more than 60 million times since it was posted online in April. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-06-29 12:53:30 UTC ]
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“We Were Created for a Moment Like This.” How Harvard Business Review Is Forging Ahead During a Pandemic

In spite of many new challenges publishers face since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, some have found opportunities to better serve their audience, as well as redefine what their brand mission is. This is certainly true for Harvard Business Review. Although the publication faces many of the... Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2020-05-21 17:12:01 UTC ]
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The 5 books Bill Gates says you should read in the pandemic summer

The billionaire philanthropist’s regular reading list is informed by the coronavirus crisis, with books about pandemics, how to survive difficult times, and what policies can help us recover Bill Gates, who has spent years warning the world about pandemics and whose foundation is now supporting... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2020-05-18 13:00:16 UTC ]
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Bloomsbury acquires pandemic-inspired picture book

Bloomsbury Children’s Books has acquired a pandemic-inspired picture book from author Michelle Robinson, with illustrations by Emily Hamilton. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-05-17 13:35:10 UTC ]
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For a lot of book lovers, rereading old favorites is the only reading they can manage at the moment

If you’re wondering why rereads are what you most want, the answer is simple: Your brain, much like the rest of you, is tired. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-05-02 12:00:00 UTC ]
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Why a children's book startup is giving hazard pay during pandemic

CEO Jessica Ewing said frontline employees deserve to benefit from the company's growth this year, as parents look for ways to entertain and intellectually nourish their children during the pandemic. Literati, which runs a subscription service for children's books, could be shipping "about a... Continue reading at Silicon Valley Business Journal

[ Silicon Valley Business Journal | 2020-05-01 05:01:00 UTC ]
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The Pandemic Is Changing Book-Buying Patterns

The Covid-19 outbreak is altering what books consumers buy and where they buy them. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-04-24 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Rough Guides offers free e-book during pandemic lockdown

Rough Guides is offering a free e-book to customers during the Covid-19 pandemic. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-04-09 05:10:16 UTC ]
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New Faith-Based Books for Parenting During the Pandemic

New and forthcoming titles are offering parents advice on how to find peace, calm, and connection in a time of uncertainty. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-04-08 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Publication Date Changes Due to Covid-19 Pandemic

As part of our ongoing Covid-19 coverage, 'PW' is tracking book publication dates that are changing as a result of the pandemic. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-04-03 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Is the Covid-19 Crisis a Watershed Moment for Library E-books?

Why the rapid shift to digital library services necessitated by the Covid-19 crisis could help chart a new, more productive course for the digital library market long term. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2020-03-27 04:00:00 UTC ]
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A Book’s Debut Amidst a Pandemic

Amy Klein discusses being a debut author during the coronavirus quarantine, as bookstores close and events are canceled for the public's safety. The post A Book’s Debut Amidst a Pandemic appeared first on The Millions. Continue reading at The Millions

[ The Millions | 2020-03-16 16:30:59 UTC ]
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