With Latest, Eliot Schrefer Takes YA to Endangered Africa

We interview one of our favorite YA writers, Eliot Schrefer, about his latest YA novel, Endangered, set during a chimpanzee preservation mission in Gabon. Continue reading at 'Publishing Perspectives'

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2014-02-25 00:00:00 UTC ]

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The best Prime Day Kindle deals take up to 25 percent off the Scribe and Paperwhite models

In these final hours of Amazon's October Prime Day sale, we're down to just two Kindle models on sale (or, really available at all) on Amazon's site. Why are there just two active listing for Kindles right now? It's almost certainly because Amazon is going to announce new models soon. We have no... Continue reading at Engadget

[ Engadget | 2024-10-09 22:01:36 UTC ]
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Removing Books From Libraries Often Takes Debate. But There’s a Quieter Way.

Weeding, or culling old, damaged or outdated books, is standard practice in libraries. But in some cases it is being used to remove books because of the viewpoint they express. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Joby Aviation’s electric air taxi takes flight in NYC, powered by $500M from Toyota

Soon you might be able to take a flying taxi to the airport. It’s not science fiction anymore: New York City could, in the near future, see air taxis buzzing around the skies. Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2024-10-04 17:36:00 UTC ]
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Book Riot’s YA Book Deals of the Day for October 1, 2024

A Pirate Romantasy, a Mystery With a Netflix Adaptation, Dealing With Bullies, and More in Today's Best YA Book Deals Continue reading at Book Riot

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Murdoch-backed REA abandons attempt to take over Rightmove

Decision comes after UK real estate portal turned down fourth offer from Australian property companyBusiness live – latest updatesThe Rupert Murdoch-backed real estate company REA Group has abandoned its attempt to take over the website Rightmove after its fourth offer was rebuffed on Monday.The... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Book Riot’s YA Book Deals of the Day for September 28, 2024

A deadly fantasy competition, an M/M hockey romance, a Latina teen spy, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Book Riot’s YA Book Deals of the Day for September 21, 2024

Ten outstanding YA books, fiction and nonfiction, are all under $3 this weekend. Fill up those ereaders! Continue reading at Book Riot

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How Booksellers Are Taking On Book Banners

Alongside educators and librarians, indie booksellers across the country are rising up to defend the freedom to read. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-16 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The Best YA Book Deals of the Day for September 14, 2024

A YA twist on THE MIST, a Korean-inspired take on ALICE IN WONDERLAND, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot

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My Favorite YA Novel of 2024 Comes Out on Tuesday!

What happens when you wish upon a pawn shop ring and everything you thought you wanted ends up being a nightmare? Continue reading at Book Riot

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An Acerbic Young Writer Takes Aim at the Identity Era

Tony Tulathimutte, a master comedian, has produced an audacious, original and highly disturbing book that steers directly into the oncoming traffic of current liberal piety. Continue reading at The New York Times

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Oprah Winfrey names Elizabeth Strout's 'Tell Me Everything' as her latest book club pick

Oprah Winfrey’s latest book club pick will be a story of familiar faces — in more ways than one Continue reading at ABC News

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Tim O'Connell Takes the Reigns at Saga Press

O’Connell comes to Saga from the flagship Simon & Schuster imprint, for which he will continue to acquire literary fiction and select nonfiction. Joe Monti, who founded Saga in 2015, has been promoted to VP, associate publisher, and editorial director. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-09-10 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Riot’s YA Deals of the Day for September 7, 2024

A pair of sequels to hot YA titles, a nine-tailed fox, the truth of Lizzie Borden, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot

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The Internet Archive lost their latest appeal. Here’s what that means for you.

As Publishers Weekly reported this week, the Internet Archive, nonprofit home to a robust digital library, has lost its latest appeal in a case brought by publishers. A panel from New York’s Second Circuit “has unanimously affirmed a March 2023 lower court decision finding the Internet Archive’s... Continue reading at Literrary Hub

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New YA Book Releases, September 5, 2024

There are over 40 new YA books hitting shelves this week. Dive into some of the best of the best! Continue reading at Book Riot

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How #BookTok made the Kindle the internet’s latest obsession

The term “Kindle accessories” has racked up over 7.9 billion views on TikTok, as readers compete to create the coziest reading set-up. Move over Stanley cup,  the humble e-reader is the latest TikTok obsession. Self-proclaimed “Kindle girlies” are decking out their e-readers with stickers,... Continue reading at Fast Company

[ Fast Company | 2024-09-04 15:47:08 UTC ]
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The Best YA Book Deals of the Day for August 31, 2024

ANASTASIA in space, the popular girl at school is found dead, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot

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Nine executives’ bonuses take a hit as profits plummet 31% in soft ad market

Drop in revenue in broadcasting and publishing partly offset by increase in income from Stan and DomainFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNine Entertainment has recorded a steep 31% slide in annual net profit to... Continue reading at The Guardian

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Greenville County Libraries To Relocate, Restrict “Trans” YA Books

Greenville County Library System will remove all trans books from their young adult sections and restrict access to those under 17. Continue reading at Book Riot

[ Book Riot | 2024-08-27 14:45:00 UTC ]
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