Ukraine’s Julia Orlova: ‘A Reading Nation’ Under Attack

Vivat Publishing's Julia Orlova says book publishers in Ukraine are providing digital books as part of their contribution to the war effort. The post Ukraine’s Julia Orlova: ‘A Reading Nation’ Under Attack appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2022-03-01 17:12:14 UTC ]
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7 New Science Fiction and Fantasy Novels to Read This Summer

Rethinking old myths and accepted narratives comes with risks, but the results can be thrilling. Continue reading at The New York Times

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21 books to read this summer

Whether you’re headed to a far-flung beach or a nearby couch, these books are worthy additions to your summer reading list. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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61 summers of reading: Elinor Lipman recalls the books that mattered

When she was ten, she read O. Henry in hardback. In high school, Orwell was on the summer reading list. Now, it’s "Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel" with her grandsons. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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Ali Hazelwood shares romance books to read this summer

These 13 new romance books — one for each week of your Happily Ever After Summer — will replenish your serotonin reserves. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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18 YA books to read with your teens this summer

One way to connect with your kids: Read their books. Two librarians offer some suggestions. Continue reading at The Washington Post

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The People Who Show Up for You: A Reading List of Unconventional Families

I grew up with two sets of amicably divorced grandparents. That meant I had three grandmothers—whip-smart, accomplished, fans of flowers and capital-c Culture—and four grandfathers: a Civil War-obsessed lawyer who loved opera and plaid; an intimidating, accomplished doctor with a collection of... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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Jen Silverman on Re-reading, Making a Tarot Deck, and Other Kinds of Escape

Jen Silverman’s novel, We Play Ourselves, is out now in paperback from Random House, so we asked about her favorite books to give to friends, the best stories to revisit, and how she procrastinates. * What is your favorite book to give as a gift? I am bad at many things in life, among them... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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Summer Reading BSuggestions

A book for “White Lotus” fans, a coming-of-age story in the Canary Islands, Werner Herzog’s debut novel (yes, it’s grim) and more. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Read Harder: Library Edition

The Read Harder challenge, library style! These books will help you not just Read Harder, but discover more about libraries and librarians. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Mix It Up: 20 Must-Read, Genre-Blending Historical Fiction Books

Twist and shout: Get ready to treat yourself and mix it up with these 20 must-read genre-blending historical fiction books, including Mistress of the Art of Death by Ariana Franklin! Continue reading at Book Riot

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Dear Publishing: I Will Not Be Reading Any “Manga-Inspired” Comics and Here’s Why

So, publishing, here’s some homework for you: Learn what manga actually is, and erase “manga-inspired” from your lexicon. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Life As a Book Publisher in Wartime Ukraine

Vivat, where I work as a publicity manager, is one of the largest publishers in Ukraine. In pre-war times, it published more than 400 new books each year, and the rights to its books were sold to more than 24 countries in the world. The publishing house has 117 employees, who are now scattered... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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The Essential Sophie Gilbert Reading List

A staff writer at The Atlantic since 2016, Gilbert is a finalist for the 2022 Pulitzer Prize in Criticism. Continue reading at The Atlantic

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Washington Post wins public service Pulitzer for Capitol attack coverage

Paper beat out two other finalists, the New York Times and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel The Washington Post has won the 2022 Pulitzer prize for public service journalism, for The Attack, its account of the deadly assault on the US Capitol by supporters of Donald Trump on 6 January 2021.The... Continue reading at The Guardian

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This children’s book about design should be required reading for CEOs

Jason Mayden’s new book breaks down design so simply that a child can get it, so your C-suite stands a chance, too. Jason Mayden has lived many lives. Starting as Nike’s first Black industrial design intern, he went on to become lead designer of the Jordan brand, launch his own children’s shoe... Continue reading at Fast Company

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The Next Civil War Reads Like Dystopian Realism

The warnings about political violence in Stephen Marche's latest book are like something out of science fiction. Continue reading at Wired

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11 Books by Filipino American Authors You Should Be Reading

The first time I read a book about a person who even minorly resembled me, I was 19 and teaching at a creative writing summer camp. My coworker Sophie Lee’s YA novel What Things Mean tells the story of a young Filipina girl named Olive who uses reading to cope with feelings of loneliness and... Continue reading at Electric Literature

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Your Kindle can finally read ePub books

Amazon might be feeling the competition in the e-reader market for the first time since…well, ever. Kindle e-readers use their own proprietary Amazon format to display e-books, AZW3, which keeps most users from loading up a bunch of copyright-free books in the most common ePub format. But... Continue reading at PC World

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10 Books To Read for Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Day. Recognize it by picking up some of these nonfiction and fiction titles about living with mental illness, including Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot. Continue reading at Book Riot

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12 Must-Read May Children’s Book Releases

From cats in space to pride parades and summer fun, there are so many good May children's book releases. Check them out! Continue reading at Book Riot

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