UK’s National Literary Trust Research Finds Benefits of Audiobooks for Kids

A report commissioned by the Publishers Association says that during the COVID-19 lockdown, UK children listened to audiobooks, arguing to end their VAT. The post UK’s National Literary Trust Research Finds Benefits of Audiobooks for Kids appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

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UK nominations in for IBBY's Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities

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Sky News, Hearst UK and RT are Digiday Media Awards Europe winners

Across categories, winners displayed a commitment to crucial social causes, from sustainability to fighting discrimination. The post Sky News, Hearst UK and RT are Digiday Media Awards Europe winners appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

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How Hearst UK’s e-commerce revenue grew 322% during the second quarter

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With book tours scrapped, authors are finding new ways to connect with their readers

Chris Bohjalian, Mary Kay Andrews and other novelists have turned to Zoom and Facebook Live to find their audience. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Harry and Meghan biography Finding Freedom reigns supreme in the charts

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Industry Notes: UK-based Book Aid International: 1.2 Million Books in 2019

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Follow the new Ohio Literary Trail for the state’s best writerly spots.

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UK Book Industry: Society of Authors’ Hardship Fund Renews Appeal for Donations

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