Former foreign affairs minister Marc Garneau critiques Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for diminishing Canada's global stature during his tenure, branding him as a leader "unprepared for the challenges of international relations". Garneau, renowned for his distinguished career in the military and as an astronaut before entering politics, extensively reflects on his parliamentary … [Read more...] about Garneau’s Critique of Trudeau’s Leadership: New Book
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Uplifting Publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul Bankrupt
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, known for its uplifting books and diverse media ventures, including Redbox, has been dealing with significant financial challenges. Despite its optimistic ethos, positive thinking wasn’t enough to keep the company from filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last week in Delaware. As reported by CBS news, the company had extensive … [Read more...] about Uplifting Publisher Chicken Soup for the Soul Bankrupt
Digital publishing witnessing sharp growth in Vietnam
Digital publishing is seeing a sharp upward trajectory in Vietnam, the publication Vietnamnet reported. It was on March 22nd that luminaries from the publishing realm convened to reflect on the year that was 2023 and to introspect as to what lies ahead in 2024. What emerged from this conference, hosted by the Authority of Publication, Printing, and Distribution under the … [Read more...] about Digital publishing witnessing sharp growth in Vietnam
Print or Digital Isn’t the Issue in Kids’ Reading
Ever since the dawn of widely available ebooks and e-readers, there's been an educational debate surrounding kids' interactions with digital. While some advocates support the ability to read anywhere, enjoy a virtually limitless supply of content, and engage in educational content like never before, critics don't agree. In fact, multiple studies took aim at kids' ereading on … [Read more...] about Print or Digital Isn’t the Issue in Kids’ Reading
After Milo Fiasco, S&S Hits It Out of the Park With ‘Fear’
You'd think Simon & Schuster might have thought twice about trying to get political after the fiasco of attempting to publish the vapid, pointless, hate-mongering memoir of the self-professed creator of the alt-right movement, but luckily for the publisher, their latest venture didn't tank like the Milo Yiannopoulos book. Instead, Watergate reporter Bob Woodward's … [Read more...] about After Milo Fiasco, S&S Hits It Out of the Park With ‘Fear’
Amazon Employees Accepting Bribes to Take Down Bad Reviews
Ah, the good old Amazon review saga... no, it's not authors buying mass blocks of five-star reviews. Oh wait, no, it's not authors bullying reviewers for leaving bad reviews, either. Nope, it's not authors buying one-star reviews for a rival author's book. Nuh uh, it's not Amazon removing any and all reviews that seem shady, purchased, left by an acquaintance of the author, or … [Read more...] about Amazon Employees Accepting Bribes to Take Down Bad Reviews
Crown Publishing Recalls Cookbook Due to Poisonous Recipes
Never trust a skinny cook, as the old saying goes, and at the risk of body shaming anyone, Instagram "influencer" Johnna Holmgren is--to be honest--not the best source of information on how to live a healthy, robust life. Along with her chalk artist husband, the blogger's fondness for eating poisonous berries and wild mushrooms that induce vomiting and diarrhea, and it's not … [Read more...] about Crown Publishing Recalls Cookbook Due to Poisonous Recipes
Switzerland Takes Steps Against eBook Piracy
Internet piracy is big business for criminals and the absolute bane of existence for many authors, both traditionally and self-published. But one of the sad yet unrelenting truths about piracy is that there's little the victim can do about it, especially if the stolen work is uploaded and distributed abroad. Short of giving up their writing careers to spend all … [Read more...] about Switzerland Takes Steps Against eBook Piracy
British Book Awards Add New Categories
So the Golden Globes are in the books, and a lot of sentiments and life-changing perspectives were shared. But don't put away that red carpet attire just yet...the Nibbies are on the horizon. Nicknamed for the iconic pen nib trophies, the British Book Awards have a long history. However, that history shifted somewhat when The Bookseller purchased the rights to stage the … [Read more...] about British Book Awards Add New Categories
Trump Tell-All Fire and Fury: “It’s Like Harry Potter Mania…for Adults”
Michael Wolff gained unprecedented access to Donald Trump during the past year, and the results of that access are now on sale in the form of a no-holds-barred tell-all book, Fire and Fury. The title, published by Henry Holt/Macmillan and originally slated for a January 9th release date, was pushed up to the 5th due to record-setting pre-orders. Despite the "my cousin made … [Read more...] about Trump Tell-All Fire and Fury: “It’s Like Harry Potter Mania…for Adults”
Dystopian Fiction Sales on the Rise Since Inauguration
Everybody loves a good book about the end of the world, and the rise in popularity in recent years in dystopian YA fiction is proof. While some titles are about surviving the aftermath of a comet or a nuclear bomb, some are decidedly pointing the finger at various governments, assigning the blame to the politicians. The popular Hunger Games trilogy, the Divergent series, and … [Read more...] about Dystopian Fiction Sales on the Rise Since Inauguration
All Romance eBooks Closes Its Doors
As if 2016 hasn't taken enough from us--and as of only moments before the writing of this article, beloved actress Debbie Reynolds has joined her daughter Carrie Fisher in passing away--yet another book industry website has announced the closing of its doors heading into the new year. AllRomanceeBooks, a site loved by both authors and readers, made the following statement on … [Read more...] about All Romance eBooks Closes Its Doors
The End of IndieReader
The publishing revolution has been a long and winding road, but through it all, there have been some powerhouse companies--both large and small--that have worked to bring books of every kind into the spotlight. One company, IndieReader, launched in 2009 with a very specific goal: the fan the flames of an indie book movement that had the same credibility and following of the … [Read more...] about The End of IndieReader
Bookstackk Looking to Revitalize Social Reading
There's a reason the public is fascinated with the likes and dislikes of celebrities. From their favorite meals to their favorites brands of shampoo, when you take a specific interest in someone, what they care about can influence what you care about. That's the notion behind a startup called Bookstackk, but rather than bringing you closer to celebrities and their favorite … [Read more...] about Bookstackk Looking to Revitalize Social Reading