With Five Days Until Independence, Six Measures of Tribune Publishing's Future

It's do or die time for Chicago Tribune and its sibling newspapers.On Aug. 4, Tribune Publishing Co. will be on its own, after parent Tribune Media Co. hives off its print properties. While Tribune Media will remain privately held, the new publishing company will start trading the next day on the New York Stock Exchange under ticker symbol TPUB.Tribune Media is keeping the faster-growing broadcast business, including WGN-TV, and some of its most valuable assets, such as real estate gems like Tribune Tower. Meanwhile, Tribune Publishing, which includes the Los Angeles Times and Baltimore Sun, will be freighted with piles of debt and bleaker prospectsin a declining industry. Continue reading at AdAge.com Continue reading at 'Advertising Age'

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At BookExpo, publishers ponder the future — and celebrate Grumpy Cat

For Renée Rettig, owner of Books on B in Hayward, Calif., her first visit to Book Expo America was a thrill: “I felt like Cinderella!” Rettig, whose bookstore is just under 2 years old, was one of 200 store owners brought to BookExpo America under a new grant program to introduce fledgling... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

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Independent Bookstore Day 2019: Photos

A total of 580 bookstores participated in the fifth annual Independent Bookstore Day, hosting special events, author readings and parties. Here are some photos from the day from our PW team and other contributors. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Independent Bookstore Day 2019: Like Christmas in April

With a record number of stores participating, independent booksellers held a wide range of events to attract customers to April 27's Independent Bookstore Day. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Independent Bookstore Day Gets Even Bigger

The fifth annual Independent Bookstore Day takes place on Saturday, April 27, with 580 stores participating, up from 507 last year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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IPG Independent Publishers Awards shortlists see 10 new names for 2019

The Independent Publishers Guild (IPG) has announced the 12 shortlists for its annual awards, with five small presses up for at least two prizes and 10 featuring for the first time. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Independent Publishers Launch Indie Playlist Program

A consortium of independent publishers led by Seven Stories Press has launched Indie Playlist, a program that provides discounts and cash rewards for independent booksellers who order from a rotating list of titles. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Andrew Ridgeley of Wham! to publish memoir of his and George Michael’s halcyon days

Andrew Ridgeley, one half of the iconic British pop duo Wham! will tell the story of the legendary ’80s group and his friendship with bandmate George Michael in a new memoir. Penguin Random House imprint Dutton will publish "Wham! George & Me" this fall, the publisher said in a news release.... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

[ Los Angeles Times | 2019-03-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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London Book Fair 2019: New Tools, Enduring Values Will Drive Publishing’s Future

At the 2019 London Book Fair's Quantum Conference, Faber & Faber CEO Stephen Page rallied publishers to focus not just on their own bottom lines, but on the unique, and vital role publishers play in our cultural ecosystem. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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International Women’s Day 2019: Progress Among Publishers in France

Women hold an impressive number of executive posts in French publishing. On International Women's Day, the hope is that more can move into top spots. The post International Women’s Day 2019: Progress Among Publishers in France appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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In Brussels: A Focus on Francophone Independent Publishers

Asserting that the work of francophone markets' small- and mid-sized publishers is a kind of activism, organizers of the 'Talented Indies' program in Brussels hold their third round of programming. The post In Brussels: A Focus on Francophone Independent Publishers appeared first on Publishing... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Blockchain in Publishing: Modeling the Future at Canada’s Access Copyright

In Canada, Access Copyright is working on developing blockchain solutions for book publishing, including smart contracts and an attribution ledger. The post Blockchain in Publishing: Modeling the Future at Canada’s Access Copyright appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Wondering Where Publishing Is Headed? Ask Its Future Leaders.

A handful of New York–based 2018 PW Star Watch honorees discuss the big issues in today’s book business and changes they see coming. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Tribune Publishing deal to sell itself to McClatchy is off

Tribune Publishing Co. has terminated negotiations to sell itself to fellow newspaper company McClatchy Co., a person familiar with the matter said Thursday. The decision, reached by the Tribune Publishing board Thursday, followed several months of negotiations with McClatchy. The source said... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

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European and UK Publishers Welcome ‘eVAT Day’ for Ebooks’ Taxation

At both the national and European level, many are welcoming the arrival of the EU's amendment, allowing member markets to tax ebooks and other digital formats at the same rate as print. The post European and UK Publishers Welcome ‘eVAT Day’ for Ebooks’ Taxation appeared first on Publishing... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Tribune Publishing gets bids from McClatchy, AIM Media and Donerail

Investment firm Donerail Group and newspaper publishers McClatchy Co. and AIM Media have submitted bids for Tribune Publishing Co., according to people familiar with the matter. Tribune’s board is scheduled to meet early next week after bids for the assets came due Thursday, said the people, who... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times

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Richard Charkin: How Do We Measure Commercial Success in Publishing?

It's 'the building up of publishing assets,' not cash reserves, says Richard Charkin, that finally adds up to a publishing house's worth. The post Richard Charkin: How Do We Measure Commercial Success in Publishing? appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Publishers Talk Vulnerabilities and Opportunities on Final Day of Folio: Show

Trying something new isn’t always within the fabric of publishers, especially if they’re unsure of the results. In the final day of the 2018 Folio: Show, speakers highlighted how fighting through these moments of discomfort with a new brand, platform, or strategy can lead to more loyal readers... Continue reading at Folio Magazine

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Daily News publisher changing name back to Tribune

Over two years after a much-ridiculed branding change, Tronc, owner of the New York Daily News and other publications, is changing its name back to Tribune Publishing on Oct. 9. [] "> To view the full story, click the title link. Continue reading at Crains New York

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‘WomenList’ from Paris-Based International Alliance of Independent Publishers

As politics and publishing collide this year, the International Alliance of Independent Publishers' is organizing a WomenList exhibition of 30 titles on feminism and women. The post ‘WomenList’ from Paris-Based International Alliance of Independent Publishers appeared first on Publishing... Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Digital Trends, a rare profitable and growing independent publisher, looks to expand

The independent tech review site has made big hires from Facebook and Wirecutter to grow its presence in live video, commerce and events. The post Digital Trends, a rare profitable and growing independent publisher, looks to expand appeared first on Digiday. Continue reading at Digiday

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