Young adult books: 'The Secret Life of Walter Mitty' author James Thurber picks the best YA titles

Beyond John Green and Veronica Roth: James Thurber compiled his own list of books that he thought young adults might enjoy, and his picks still hold up today. Continue reading at 'The Christian Science Monitor'

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Kate Williams to chair Costa Book of the Year judges

Author, historian and broadcaster Professor Kate Williams has been selected to chair the nine-member judging panel that selects the overall winner of the 2016 Costa Book of the Year. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Troika acquires YA holocaust novel

Independent publisher Troika Books has bought a YA novel about Hitler’s attempted extermination of the Roma and Sinti people. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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European Publishers Sold $23.3 Billion in Books in 2015

In 2015 the 28 countries that are members of the EU generated €22.3 billion ($23.36 billion) in total annual sales, according to a new report by the Federation of European Publishers (FEP) issued last week. The number is up slightly from 2014, when total revenue was €22 billion. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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MPs to be sent Brexit book after crowdfunding campaign

A book warning about the dangers of Brexit is to be sent to all 650 MPs after the public backed an impromptu fundraising campaign set up by a reader. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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HMRC climbs down on retrospective colouring book VAT charge

Booksellers and publishers can breathe a sigh of relief with news that HM Revenue and Customs has decided not to recover any tax owed on colouring or dot-to-dot books sold before April 2017. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Libraries for gathering, not just books

Libraries from Massachusetts to California are expanding to more unusual offerings like clothing exchanges and tai-chi sessions. 'For a long time, we’ve tried to make sure people come in for more than checking out books,' says Leah Price, communications director for the Library Foundation of Los... Continue reading at The Christian Science Monitor

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Religion and Spirituality Books Preview: January 2017

The New Year will kick off with a biography of Dorothy Day written by her granddaughter, a memoir centered on abortion, and an explanation of the 'Myths of Liberal Zionism' by Israeli poet and journalist Yitzhak Laor. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Holiday Whodunnits for Book Lovers: The British Library’s Crime Classics

A hit two holiday seasons ago has spawned a cozy cottage industry in a vaunted setting: The British Library is ready to stuff your stockings with crime. The post Holiday Whodunnits for Book Lovers: The British Library’s Crime Classics appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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November Religion Bestsellers: Holiday Shopping Boosts Sarah Young, Karen Kingsbury

Both of Sarah Young’s devotionals—‘Jesus Always’ and ‘Jesus Calling’— took top spots on PW’s Religion Nonfiction list for November. Plus, Karen Kingsbury came in at #1 in Religion Fiction with ‘A Baxter Family Christmas.’ Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Hot Books for the Holidays in Paris: Love Letters to a Mistress

Selling well in France, controversial François Mitterand books, love letters for the former president's mistress, are on offer to international publishers. The post Hot Books for the Holidays in Paris: Love Letters to a Mistress appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Sweden’s Olika: A Decidedly ‘Different’ Children’s Book Publisher

Swedish children's book publisher Olika Förlag has a decade-long history of promoting diversity, challenging gender stereotypes, and winning awards for their work. The post Sweden’s Olika: A Decidedly ‘Different’ Children’s Book Publisher appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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JK Rowling: 'Special and unique' book up for auction

A handwritten and illustrated book - one of only seven produced by the Harry Potter author - is being auctioned. Continue reading at BBC World

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International Hot Book Properties, Week of December 12, 2016

A tragicomic French novel about dementia and a Finnish novel about the hardships endured by Ingrians during WWII are among the books picking up sales internationally this month. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Jill Corcoran Expands into Adult Market

Jill Corcoran Literary Agency, in an effort to both extend its reach in the children's book market and expand into the adult book market, has announced the addition of four new agents. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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Beedle the Bard: Rare Harry Potter book fetches £370,000 at auction

A one-off copy of a Harry Potter spin-off book that was handwritten by JK Rowling sells for almost £370,000. Continue reading at BBC News

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Rushdie urges Chinese authorities to release jailed writers

Salman Rushdie has put his name to an open letter, alongside J M Coetzee, Margaret Atwood and Neil Gaiman, calling on Chinese president Xi Jinping to reverse his state crackdown on dissidents. Continue reading at The Bookseller

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Gramercy Books Opens in Columbus

Yesterday afternoon marked the soft opening of Gramercy Books, which was founded by writer Linda Kass, author of 'Tasa’s Song' and is co-owned with long-time bookseller John Gaylord, who has opened 24 stores. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly

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How Rewarding Are Book Awards? Australia’s Industry Debates the Costs

Some book publishers in Australia question whether the expense of entering the increasing number of book awards is worth the potential end result. The post How Rewarding Are Book Awards? Australia’s Industry Debates the Costs appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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London Book Fair Awards Add Rights Professional of the Year

The London Book Fair's International Excellence Awards has added a Rights Professional of the Year category. Winners will be announced in March 2017. The post London Book Fair Awards Add Rights Professional of the Year appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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Book Publishing Market Overview: Myanmar’s Challenges and Potential

In a land of nearly 2,000 small book publishers, Myanmar's post-junta industry is strengthening its ties to ASEAN and serving a youthful demographic. The post Book Publishing Market Overview: Myanmar’s Challenges and Potential appeared first on Publishing Perspectives. Continue reading at Publishing Perspectives

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