Where the Major Papers Stand

The recession, combined with the boom in readers turning away from print and to the Web, was a one-two-punch that forced most major American newspapers to cut back their book review coverage—or drop their review sections altogether Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2012-02-24 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Frankfurter Buchmesse Opens Its Sixth Annual Free-Stand Competition

Two free stands at Frankfurt are available again this year—one for a winner from Germany and one for an international recipient. The post Frankfurter Buchmesse Opens Its Sixth Annual Free-Stand Competition appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2020-02-24 11:30:10 UTC ]
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Gish Jen’s ‘The Resisters’ reminds us of the importance of standing up for what’s right

The novel, set in a future world, is a cautionary tale that’s laced with electricity and humor. Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2020-02-17 17:48:49 UTC ]
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Headline digs deep for 'major' American Dirt campaign

Headline is going big on its marketing and PR campaign to launch American Dirt in the UK, with widespread review coverage and "major statement advertising" in the UK and Ireland. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-01-07 16:08:36 UTC ]
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Harrogate stands by author exclusion clause

Harrogate International Festivals has stood by its author exclusion clause, saying the exclusivity option only applies to 5% of its authors.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-12-23 01:32:38 UTC ]
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The Miami Herald is Replacing Saturday Print Edition with Expanded Friday, Sunday Papers

The Miami Herald is changing to meet the needs of our readers and the communities we serve long into the Continue reading at Editor & Publisher

[ Editor & Publisher | 2019-12-19 15:52:22 UTC ]
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In the impeachment spin wars, only the English majors can save us

“Read the transcript!” both sides tweet. But why isn’t that simple instruction delivering us all to the same conclusion? Continue reading at The Washington Post

[ The Washington Post | 2019-12-12 15:28:43 UTC ]
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Saltire judge stands down, claiming panel did not finish shortlisted books

A judge of the Saltire Society Scottish Fiction Book of the Year prize has stood down over the choice of its winner, claiming other jury members had not read all the shortlisted books. However, the Saltire Society has affirmed that "all judges carefully examined all texts submitted for the award". Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-12-09 22:31:50 UTC ]
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L.A. is an e-book borrower's paradise. A major publisher's crackdown could hurt

L.A. County is home to more than 30 library systems, with a growing number of patrons signing up for multiple cards to borrow digital books. But Macmillan Publishers is tightening the rules. Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2019-12-09 13:00:55 UTC ]
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S&S UK lands 'major' Prince Philip biography by Ingrid Seward

Simon & Schuster UK has acquired a "major" new biography of Prince Philip by Majesty magazine's editor-in-chief Ingrid Seward, to be published in 2020. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-12-09 05:08:38 UTC ]
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“I prefer toilet paper to your empty and ignorant questions.” The Peter Handke drama rolls on.

Today saw two new developments in the ongoing Peter Handke controversy, which has set the literary world ablaze since October 10 when the Swedish Academy announced the Austrian writer/Slobodan Miloševic eulogist as the joint winner (with Polish writer Olga Tokarczuk) of the 2019 Prize. The first... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2019-12-06 20:05:06 UTC ]
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Virago aims for 'major reappraisal' of Ann Petry's work with 2020 reissues

Virago Modern Classics is publishing two novels by Ann Petry next year, The Street and The Narrows, in a bid to spark "a major reappraisal" of the author's work.  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-11-22 08:24:55 UTC ]
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Tribune Publishing Announces New Major Shareholder: Alden Global Capital

Tribune Publishing Company (NASDAQ: TPCO), one of the nation’s leading media companies, today announced that funds managed by Alden Global Continue reading at Editor & Publisher

[ Editor & Publisher | 2019-11-20 15:37:42 UTC ]
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What book would you choose to have made into a paper sculpture?

Yes, yes, books are for reading, BUT have you seen Maryland artist Jodi Harvey’s book sculptures? If you’re not sure what to get the reader in your life, might I suggest commissioning Harvey to take an edition (“first editions are a no-no”) of their favorite book and turn it into a custom paper... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

[ Literrary Hub | 2019-11-11 18:00:03 UTC ]
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12 Of The Best Cookbook Stands for Readers and Cooks

Cookbook stands make the perfect gift and we've got the 12 best cookbook stands for readers and cooks who want to scan through books and recipes hands-free. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-11-01 10:36:18 UTC ]
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Macmillan stands by e-book lending change amid ALA outcry

Macmillan in the US has apologised to librarians for not informing them of upcoming changes to its e-book lending policy but has refused to amend it amid an outcry and 150,000 signature petition. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2019-10-31 03:00:10 UTC ]
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INDIA SMYTHE STANDS UP Is The New YA Comedy Teens Need

India Smythe Stands Up is a hilarious new YA novel by Sarah Govett that is the perfect antitode for anyone looking for a funny new read. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2019-10-19 10:31:44 UTC ]
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Major Public Library System Will Boycott Macmillan E-books

The King County (WA) Library System, the nation's top digital-circulating library, has said it will stop buying new release Macmillan e-books once a two-month embargo begins next month. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-10-15 04:00:00 UTC ]
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