World Book Night defends lack of BAME writers on 2016 list

The Reading Agency has responded to criticism about the lack of ethnic diversity among authors chosen for the World Book Night 2016 list, saying it is a “great shame” that there are no Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) writers included. Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2015-11-26 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, February 15, 2016

This week: Ethan Canin's wonderful, epic novel, plus the collected stories of Peter Straub. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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International Hot Book Properties, Week of February 8, 2016

The first fiction smuggled out of North Korea sells in the U.S., and an Italian debut by a translator draws international buzz. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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In pictures: Harry Potter Book Night

Robes were readied, potions mixed and spells memorised as fans across the country celebrated the second official Harry Potter Book Night. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-02-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Toppsta partners with World Book Day

Online community Toppsta is partnering with World Book Day this year, providing reviews of the £1 titles in the run-up to the day itself on 3rd March. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-02-06 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of February 8, 2016

S&S Kids goes to ‘Zero’ for Prendergast and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, February 8, 2016

This week: the latest from Jhumpa Lahiri, plus A. O. Scott on how to think about art. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-05 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Winter Institute 2016: Children's Authors, Presses, Books Share the Stage

While the focus was primarily on the offerings for adult readers among the 625 booksellers attending this year's Winter Institute, children's publishers and authors also took their turns in the limelight at the annual gathering of publishers' reps, authors, and booksellers. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-02-02 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, February 1, 2016

This week: a fox named Pax, a new novel from Yann Martel, plus an anthology of modern Chinese literature. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Booksellers Pick Their Top Early 2016 Books

What will independent booksellers be handselling this season? We spoke with 12 booksellers throughout North America who are looking forward to pushing everything from buzzed-about debuts and under-the-radar experimental novels. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of February 1, 2016

Carolrhoda Books nabs a debut novel by a screenwriter, Jennifer Alvarez re-ups at HC Children’s Books to continue her equine fantasy series, Bloomsbury gets into the Halo business, and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of January 25, 2016

Ira Silverberg closes his first deal as an editor, Amy Einhorn preempts a debut for Flatiron’s new YA list, soldier-turned-Paralympian Brad Snyder sells a memoir, and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, January 25, 2016

This week: a creepy blend of true crime and modern ghost story, plus essays on 25 groundbreaking female artists. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Canada’s 2016 “Battle of the Books” Shortlist Announced

Five titles have been shortlisted for Canada Reads 2016, a program that highlights Canadian authors and gives the winner a significant sales boost. The post Canada’s 2016 “Battle of the Books” Shortlist Announced appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-01-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Book Deals: Week of January 18, 2016

Diane Novak in a seven-figure deal with Harlequin; a horse-and-squirrel picture book, for adults, to Blue Rider; Chronicle buys an illustrated yoga book, with photos by Jaimie Baird; Europa nabs Alexander Maksik’s novel about love and mental illness and more in this week's notable book deals. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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An 'Amazing' Honor for an 'Oddball' Book: Laura Ruby on Winning the 2016 Printz

When Laura Ruby got the phone call from the Printz committee this past Sunday, informing her that she had won the 2016 award, she was attending a lecture at Hamline University in St. Paul. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Six Religion Books Headed to the Big Screen in 2016

Read it before you see it: here are six religion book-to-film adaptations slated to hit theaters in 2016. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The 10 Most Anticipated Book Adaptations of 2016

"The Girl on the Train," J. K. Rowling's "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them," and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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What lies ahead for books in 2016?

From bespoke publishing to the continued rise of the vloggers, industry leaders give us their tips for the likely trends in 2016. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2016-01-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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January 2016: Top Reviews of Self-Published Books from BlueInk Review

The January 2016 selection of reviews from BlueInk Review includes a science fiction novel set in space and a children's picture book about families. The post January 2016: Top Reviews of Self-Published Books from BlueInk Review appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

[ Publishing Perspectives | 2016-01-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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PW Picks: Books of the Week, January 11, 2016

This week: new books from Elizabeth Strout and China Mieville, and the fascinating world of brilliant con artists. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

[ Publishers Weekly | 2016-01-08 00:00:00 UTC ]
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