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Books to Mark Juneteenth
Publishers discuss African American history and the books inspired by the U.S.’s new national holiday.
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From the Archive: May 27, 1939
Eighty-three years ago, we reported on the creation of Pocket Books, which published paperback editions of bestsellers for 25¢ each.
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Close-up on the Weird But True! Series from National Geographic Kids
Whether it’s wild facts about animals, incredible human feats, or famous landmarks, the Weird But True! library of titles from National Geographic Kids is all about sharing the wonders of the world with young readers. Becky Baines, editorial director at National Geographic Kids, gave PW a sneak peek at the new series. (Sponsored)
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Print Book Sales Fell 6% Again Last Week
The spring sales trend of weekly declines of about 6% continued last week, with unit sales of print books dropping 6.4% compared to the week ended May 22, 2021, at outlets that report to BookScan.
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AALA Expands Membership Criteria, Updates Canon of Ethics
The Association of American Literary Agents has expanded its membership criteria and canon of ethics in an effort to create, as it explained, a "more equitable, participatory, diverse, and inclusive publishing community."
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People of Color in Publishing Addresses Book Biz Burnout
In a May 20 panel, four young publishing professionals discussed workloads for lower-level staffers in publishing, a growing dissatisfaction among a new generation of book business workers, and more.
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Archie Comics Navigates the Pandemic
Despite the pandemic, shutdowns, and supply chain problems, Archie Comics had one of its best years in 2021, its 80th-anniversary year.
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Dorothy, a (Successful, Experimental) Publishing Project
With a new distributor and twice the number of usual books slated to publish this year, things are looking up for the tiny St. Louis–based indie publishing house.
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Random House Brings Licensed Titles Under One Roof
Random House has created a new imprint dedicated to licensed book publishing. Starting in 2023, Random House Worlds will house Random House’s adult licensed titles under the direction of Keith Clayton, v-p, deputy publisher of Del Rey, who will also serve as publishing director of Random House Worlds.
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The 'Atlantic' to Launch Book Imprint with Zando
Atlantic Editions, a book imprint developed in partnership with independent publisher Zando, will publish its first titles, penned by 'Atlantic' writers, in January 2023.
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Bloom Books Is Helping Young Readers Grow
The new imprint from Ulysses Press aims to foster a love of reading in juvenile and young adult readers
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A Cloudy Picture for Publishers' Performance
Sales rose at three major trade publishers in the first quarter, but uncertainty over the future remains.
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From the Archive: March 31, 1997
In May 1997, Amazon went public with a stock price of $18 per share. Weeks earlier, we reported on its prospectus, detailing its 1996 performance.
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Court Deals Setback to First Amendment Suit Against Elizabeth Warren
In her ruling, Federal judge Barbara Rothstein eviscerated claims that a letter Senator Elizabeth Warren sent to Amazon expressing concern over the e-tailer’s role in spreading Covid-19 misinformation constituted a government attack on the First Amendment rights of the case's plaintiffs, publisher Chelsea Green and its authors.
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Surprising and Inspiring Readers: Close-up on Union Square & Co.
Since launching in January of this year, Union Square & Co. has established itself as a publisher of broad-ranging, unique, and enriching titles across multiple categories and genres. Whether it’s publishing fresh and authentic voices in fantasy, cookbooks, or anything in between, Union Square & Co.’s line of titles surprises and inspires. Editorial director Amanda Englander spoke about what sets Union Square & Co. apart and the many exciting projects on tap. (Sponsored)
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Wowing Young Readers: Close-up on Union Square Kids
It’s full steam ahead for Union Square Kids. The publisher’s dynamic line of children’s, middle grade, and YA titles includes well-established authors and illustrators and new voices alike. Editorial director Tracey Keevan shares the vision behind Union Square Kids, its publishing aspirations, and a few of the many standout titles on the horizon. (Sponsored)
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AAP Annual Meeting Spotlights Copyright, First Amendment Concerns
While much is going right for the book business, HBG CEO and AAP chair Michael Pietsch said that, in the current moment, publishing is dealing with “the biggest set of simultaneous challenges our industry has faced in a generation," which include "outrageous book bans" and "unrelenting" efforts to weaken copyright.
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Supply Squeeze, Changing Consumer Behavior Challenges Publishers
Panelists on Ingram's recent webinar said that global supply chain challenges will persist until 2023 and, with consumer behavior changing, predicting demand—and, accordingly, supply—for a book will remain difficult.
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Unnamed Press Prepares for Transition
The pending departure of Unnamed Press executive editor Olivia Taylor Smith for Simon & Schuster is just the latest development for the edgy Los Angeles independent press.
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