Malcolm Gladwell's upcoming release is generating a lot of buzz. Publisher Little, Brown and Company revealed on Wednesday, that the prolific author, now 60, is set to unveil his latest work, "Revenge of the Tipping Point." This novel offers a contemporary exploration of the themes he first tackled in his groundbreaking bestseller, "The Tipping Point: How Little Things Make … [Read more...] about Tipping Points Revisited: Malcolm Gladwell’s New Frontier
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Growing Book Prices: BookNet Canada’s Survey
A 2023 Consumer survey by BookNet Canada highlighted rising prices and buying trends in the country. Around 48% of 4,270 participants said they bought new books in 2023, 22 percent of whom say they bought secondhand books, and 24 percent of whom say they borrowed books from the library. The percentage of Canadians who bought books in 2023 is dropping in the price range of … [Read more...] about Growing Book Prices: BookNet Canada’s Survey
How Many Books Does An Average American Read?
According to several surveys, the average American reads 12-14 books per year. However, this includes books that people might start but not necessarily finish. The median suggests that the average American completes about 4-5 books per year. These numbers have been on a slight decline in recent years, revealing that the act of reading for pleasure may be facing … [Read more...] about How Many Books Does An Average American Read?
Elvis’s bedside Bible with personal notes up for auction: $37,500
Elvis Presley's well-used Bible, adorned with gold stamping and bearing signs of wear, is set to go under the hammer at an auction in California this Saturday, provided a minimum bid of $37,500 is met. This particular Bible was one of three that Presley kept on his nightstand at his Graceland mansion in Tennessee on the night of his passing in August 1977. Embossed in gold … [Read more...] about Elvis’s bedside Bible with personal notes up for auction: $37,500
Author Opens FL Bookstore in response to Book Bans
While they had toyed with the idea of opening a bookstore for some time, it was the surge of book bans sweeping across Florida that finally compelled author Lauren Groff and her husband, Clay Kallman, to turn their dream into reality. "This store would probably still be a pipe dream if the book bans hadn’t happened," Groff shared in a recent interview with The New York … [Read more...] about Author Opens FL Bookstore in response to Book Bans
TikTok Bookshelves to Open Across UK
TikTok is joining forces with the National Literacy Trust (NLT) to “BookTok bookshelves” in UK cities lacking in literary provision. These areas include 11 cities like Birmingham, Blackpool, Bradford, Doncaster, Manchester, Middlesborough, Newcastle, Nottingham, Peterborough, Stoke and Swindon that will get 20 BookTok Bookshelves starting with around 100 books each. TikTok … [Read more...] about TikTok Bookshelves to Open Across UK
Most Anticipated Book Sale Hosted By Amazon
Amazon is listening to our silent prayers to bring us a massive book sale. It's a fantastic opportunity to grab some summer reads with Amazon's extensive book sale, which will be ongoing by May 20. Many ebooks are available for just $1, while print books start at $5. These books encompass a wide range of genres, from classics to children's books to popular BookTok … [Read more...] about Most Anticipated Book Sale Hosted By Amazon
More Than 4 Billion Books Borrowed Through OverDrive
OverDrive is famous for achieving big feats in the industry. Readers find OverDrive to be the perfect platform for all sorts of books that suit various interests. On April 30, 2024, OverDrive and its awarded apps, Libby and Sora, reached a historic milestone. They witnessed the four billionth title, Crafty Birds by Kristy Conlin, borrowed by a reader. The achievement … [Read more...] about More Than 4 Billion Books Borrowed Through OverDrive
HarperCollins Sales Shake-Up
Mary Beth Thomas, VP and Director of Independent Retail Sales at HarperCollins, has left the company, as confirmed by Publishers Weekly (PW). It's uncertain whether a successor will be appointed. Additionally, HarperCollins is launching a voluntary buyout program for sales staff, according to an insider. This shakeup follows strategic initiatives led by Ed Spade since he … [Read more...] about HarperCollins Sales Shake-Up
Beyond Pages: Exploring the World’s most Incredible Book Art
Get lost in a book- literally Any passionate reader knows that it's easy to get lost within the pages of a good book. As bestselling author Steven King once said, “Books are a uniquely portable magic.” But what if you could actually step inside a book's realm? Discover six remarkable structures that offer you the opportunity to envelop yourself in stories … [Read more...] about Beyond Pages: Exploring the World’s most Incredible Book Art