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National Book Network to Close, Offers Clients Transition to Simon & Schuster
The publishing industry is witnessing another significant shift as National Book Network (NBN), the book distributor established in 1986 by Jed Lyons, prepares to close its doors.
Hachette Expands Its Portfolio with Union Square & Co. Acquisition
In a major industry move, Hachette Book Group (HBG) has acquired Sterling Publishing from Barnes & Noble, including its flagship imprint Union Square & Co., as well as Union Square Kids, Boxer Books, Puzzlewright Press, Sterling Ethos, and Spark Notes.
Barnes & Noble Workers Demand Fair Wages and Union Contracts: What’s Happening in NYC?
Book lovers, take note: The fight for fair treatment in the book-selling world is heating up!
AI Training Practices Face Fair Use Criticism from Former OpenAI Staffer
A former OpenAI researcher, Suchir Balaji, recently spoke out against the company’s practice of using copyrighted data in training AI models, claiming it does not fall under “fair use.”
Visual Querying: Writers Create “Agents and Editors Guides” to Speed Up the Process
In a growing trend across the writing community, authors looking to query their unpublished manuscripts are creating “Agents and Editors Guides” to jump-start the process.
Licensing and AI: Panelists Urge Rights Holders to Take Control
At the Frankfurt Book Fair, a key discussion arose in one of the final panels, Let Licensing Bloom: The Root of Responsible AI, where industry leaders gathered to address the growing impact of AI on copyrighted content.
Publishing CEOs on Growth, Diversity, and the Future of Books at Frankfurt Book Fair
At the Frankfurt Book Fair, CEOs from top publishing companies shared their visions on growth, diversity, and the future of publishing.
Taylor Swift’s Exclusive Eras Tour Book Set for Black Friday Release at Target
Taylor Swift is set to release her first official book, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour Book, exclusively at Target on November 29.
Harlequin Expands to the Screen: A New Era of Romance with Centinel Media
Harlequin has teamed up with Centinel Media to bring its beloved romance novels to the screen.
Authors Guild Joins Forces with Created by Humans to Protect Writers’ Rights in the AI Era
The Authors Guild has announced a partnership with AI rights licensing platform Created by Humans, aiming to protect authors’ interests in the age of artificial intelligence.
Reese Witherspoon Announces First Novel Co-Written with Harlan Coben
Reese Witherspoon, the Oscar-winning actress and founder of Reese’s Book Club, has teamed up with bestselling thriller author Harlan Coben to write her first novel.
Book Bans on the Rise, but Permanent Removals Decrease in 2024
As Banned Books Week kicks off, both the American Library Association (ALA) and PEN America released reports highlighting a surge in book restrictions across the U.S. public schools and libraries.
Taylor Swift’s Little Golden Book Gets an Upgrade
Taylor Swift fans, get ready for a fresh twist on an old favorite!
Changes at Algonquin: Gleick to Exit as Little, Brown Rebuilds
Big changes are happening over at Algonquin Books as the imprint transitions under Little, Brown’s umbrella.
The Writing Community Faces a Major Divide Over A.I. Use in NaNoWriMo
The writing world is buzzing with controversy as NaNoWriMo, the nonprofit that promotes writing through its annual November challenge, faces backlash over its stance on using generative A.I.
Publishers and Authors Guild Challenge Florida’s Controversial Book Ban
In a significant move to defend the freedom to read, a coalition of six major publishers and the Authors Guild has filed a lawsuit against the state of Florida over its controversial law, HB 1069.
AAP Annual Stats for 2023: Analyzing the 8.1% Decline in Unit Sales, Offset by Rising Prices
The Association of American Publishers (AAP) recently released their StatShot Annual Report for 2023, providing a detailed look at the publishing industry’s performance.
Publishers Lunch Buzz Books Romance Panel
Buzz Books: Romance sampler returns in a bigger-than-ever edition, offering samples from 21 forthcoming books across the genre.
Passionate Ink: Angela Knight’s Guide to Writing Romance
Become an auto-buy with sizzling adult romance that’s impossible to put down!
East Bay Booksellers “A Total Loss” After Devastating Fire
East Bay Booksellers, a cherished independent bookstore in Oakland, CA, was left in ruins following a three-alarm fire early Tuesday morning.
TRS Romance Writing Academy ~ Seeking Teachers
This fall, TRS would like to begin offering classes on the craft of writing romance.
Amazon Literary Partnership Announces 2024 Literary Grants
Amazon is thrilled to announce the awarding of 93 grants to various organizations across the United States, dedicated to supporting writers and underrepresented voices.
Pave Publishing House: A New Era in Storytelling
Pave Studios is expanding its creative horizon with the launch of Pave Publishing House.
Spotify to Increase Premium Subscription Prices Again, Stock Rises
Spotify’s stock surged by 8% on Wednesday following a Bloomberg report indicating that the music streaming giant plans to increase its premium subscription prices in several markets, including the U.S., for the second time this year.
RWA Files for Bankruptcy
Romance Writers of America (RWA) has filed for bankruptcy in Houston, citing a significant decline in membership and financial obligations from long-term hotel contracts.
Arthur and Lucas to Exit Amid Knopf Group Restructure
In a significant shake-up, Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group (KDPG) is undergoing a major restructure.
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PEN America Postpones Prestigious World Voices Festival Amid Rising Tensions
PEN America has announced the cancellation of its esteemed 2024 World Voices Festival, which was set to occur from May 8-11 in New York and extend until May 16 in Los Angeles.
Norton Takes Legal Action Against Follett Over Unresolved Payments
In a recent legal development, W.W. Norton & Company has initiated a lawsuit against Follett Higher Education Group, claiming that they have not received over $8 million in payments.
A Revolutionary Approach to Publishing: Authors Equity Emerges
In an exciting turn of events for the literary world, a new publishing house has emerged from the shadows, promising a groundbreaking shift in the dynamic between authors and publishers.