Unit Sales of Print Books Likely to Fall in 2022

After increasing 8% in 2020 and 9% in 2021, it is unlikely that unit sales of print books will grow again in 2022, Kristen McLean, executive director and industry analyst for NPD/BookScan Books. She noted the importance of several other trends, including the influence of BookTok and the growth in manga sales. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2022-01-28 05:00:00 UTC ]

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Lego dives into anime for the first time with new ‘One Piece’ sets

Fast Company took an exclusive first look at the five new sets. Today, Lego is dipping its toes into a massive world of IP that it hasn’t explored in nearly 100 years as a brand: anime. The company is gearing up to release a new line of sets inspired by One Piece, the popular manga and anime... Continue reading at Fast Company

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Exciting New Mystery & Thriller Adaptations To Watch in May 2025

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Print Book Sales Dipped 0.9% This Winter

Big sales numbers for Onyx Storm and Sunrise on the Reaping couldn’t offset the impact of last year's early Easter, resulting in a small decline in unit sales of print books in the first quarter of 2025 at outlets that report to Circana BookScan. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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‘Something magical is happening’: sales boom for children’s comics creating young readers of the future

Publishers and analysts say popularity of genres like manga and superhero comics is a gateway into readingThe best route to learning to love words in print could well be pictures. This, at least, is the hope of the publishing industry this spring, as it welcomes news that sales of children’s... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Deals of the Day: Feb. 21

LeasesL&L lands another law firm extensionAddress: 600 Third Ave., ManhattanLandlord: L&L Holding Co. and BlackRockTenant: Bond Schoeneck & KingLease size: 12,505 square feetLease length: Seven yearsAsset type: OfficeBrokers: Jonathan Tootell, Tanya Grimaldo and Giannina Brancato... Continue reading at Crains New York

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These were the bestselling books of 2024.

There are the best books of the year, and then there are the most popular. Print books had a relatively good year in 2024; as Publishers Weekly reports, sales rose by less than 1%—which isn’t much, but represents the first increase in three years. Which books were pushing the change? Here are... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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10 Must-Read Manga of 2024

This year, established manga publishers jostled on the shelves with prestige graphic novel publishers, prose publishers venturing into comics, and more. The result was a great year for manga. Here are 10 titles you shouldn’t miss. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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The Daft Punk anime Interstella 5555 is coming to theaters for one night only

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How to Start Reading Manga and Manhwa

How to start reading manga and manhwa, kids' books about Día de los Muertos, cozy romances for all, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Harvey Awards Inducts 5 Comic Creators to Hall of Fame

The inductees are being recognized for work on G.I. Joe, Mad magazine, manga and mutants. They will be honored at New York Comic Con. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Riding on Romance and Romantasy, Print Book Sales Edge into Positive Territory

Sales of print books were up 0.1% for the first nine months of 2024 at outlets that report to Circana BookScan, with titles by Colleen Hoover, Sarah J. Maas, and Rebecca Yarros dominating the top 10 list. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Lena Atanassova Named Editor-in-Chief of Tokyopop

Most recently brand editor at the publisher’s LoveLove imprint, Atanassova will lead the full editorial team at the fast-growing manga publisher, overseeing acquisitions and production as it continues to expand its editorial purview. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Essential Manga Series, Dark Fantasy and Horror Short Story Collections, and More

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Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweek

The government launched a ‘work style reform’ campaign that promotes shorter hours and other flexible arrangements along with overtime limits and paid annual leave. Japan, a nation so hardworking its language has a term for literally working oneself to death, is trying to address a worrisome... Continue reading at Fast Company

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