WI12: Indie Booksellers Talk Shop, Discussion of Diversity Dominates

The overall message coming out of Winter Institute is that independent bookselling is thriving, particularly in light of the decline in ebook sales, Barnes & Noble’s continuing stumbles, and growing opportunities for community engagement. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2017-01-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Trade to discuss implications of Brexit

The Bookseller is to hold a Brexit Breakfast in association with Harbottle & Lewis next Monday (11th July) from 9am. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-07-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Several more Pocket Shop stores to open in UK next year

Pocket Shop plans to open several more stores in the UK next year as landlords are keen to "present something new" to the public, its c.e.o. Anna Borné Minberger has told The Bookseller. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-07-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Taiwan’s Culture Minister Pledges New Support for Publishing, Bookselling

Challenges to the industry in Taiwan are debated, from educational shortcomings to 'poor adaptation to the digital era among Taiwanese publishers and bookstores.' The post Taiwan’s Culture Minister Pledges New Support for Publishing, Bookselling appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-07-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Librarians Celebrate Diversity in Orlando

The show’s total attendance of 16,597 was the lowest for an ALA annual conference in 22 years, but the librarians who did make it to Orlando certainly injected a large measure of positivity to the grief-stricken city. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-07-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Pocket Shop to launch in Birmingham Airport

Northern European bookshop chain Pocket Shop is to open its first UK branch in Birmingham Airport this July. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-30 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Spare Room Project tackles regional diversity

A pilot scheme to help regional diversity in publishing has launched to offer accommodation to those who live outside of London and don’t have somewhere to stay during an internship or work experience placement. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Waterstones: booksellers need to 'inspire customers' following Brexit

Waterstones’ commercial manager has urged staff to "be there" for readers, to “put service first” and “truly engage with customers” in response to the EU Referendum result because what booksellers do "really, really matters".  Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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In ALA Opener, Michael Eric Dyson Delivers Stirring Case for Diversity

The author and political commentator praised libraries as "citadels of enlightenment" in a culture that is "peppered by a dyspeptic resistance to high intelligence in the service of deep truth.” Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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CI 4: Children's Bookselling Industry 'Only Connects' in Orlando

Despite the recent tragic events that took place days before the start of Children's Institute 4 at the Wyndham Orlando, the conference started off on a high note. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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U.S. Publishing Groups Back Hong Kong Bookseller

In a statement, America’s booksellers, publishers, and librarians expressed admiration for Lam Wing-kee and his defense of the right of the Chinese people to read the books they want. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
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At War with the Self: Steve Antinoff Discusses the Zen Quest

A lifelong student of Zen describes the challenges of studying Buddhism in Japan—a 15-year experience enriched by the memorable people he encountered. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-20 00:00:00 UTC ]
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What happened to Hong Kong's 'missing' booksellers? One defies China and speaks out

After nearly eight months in solitary confinement, one of five Hong Kong booksellers who vanished after their detention in mainland China gave a detailed account Thursday of his ordeal, defying not only a gag order but also authorities’ demand that he remand himself to custody. Lam Wing Kee,... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2016-06-17 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Fourth missing Hong Kong bookseller returns home

A fourth Hong Kong bookseller has returned home after going missing six months ago. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Hong Kong Bookseller Says He Was Detained by China

Lam Wing-kee, whose bookstore sold gossipy books about China’s leadership, says he was detained at the border by captors who wanted customers’ details. Continue reading at The New York Times

[ The New York Times | 2016-06-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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EA launches an indie publishing program with 'Fe'

The EA Originals program expands the company's publishing business with a focus on small, innovative teams, and it's kicking off with a nature-focused game called Fe. It's a stylish, polygonal 3D romp through an enchanted forest that appears to hide... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2016-06-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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ALA 2016: Field Notes: PW talks with R. David Lankes

In a wide-ranging conversation, PW's Annie Coreno talks with R. David Lankes about community engagement, libraries as publishers, and his new book, The New Librarianship Field Guide. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Owen Jones to discuss publishing pay and conditions at Unite event

Author, Guardian columnist and political activist Owen Jones is speaking at "United, We Publish", an evening debate hosted by Unite and BookMachine focused on pay and conditions in the UK publishing industry. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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New Harry Potter Book Among Booksellers' Summer Picks

Booksellers report strong sales heading into summer, with the highly anticipated new Harry Potter book among the titles tipped to make it a busy season. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-10 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Booksellers See Rise in Ali Book Sales

The sad news of Muhammad Ali's death, which broke late last week, has resulted in publishers rushing to get their new Ali titles into stores, and a run on available backlist titles about the iconic boxer and activist. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-06-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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IBW events hot up as indie optimism increases

Exclusive bookshop editions, a Hachette author tour and national comic workshops are among the festivities lined up for this year’s Independent Bookshop Week (IBW) - a celebration of independent bookshops. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-06-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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