Whether you are part of the Good e-Reader community, or new to our page, its fair to guess you are a book lover. Have you ever thought about transitioning from reader to writer? Many renowned authors got their start by entering writing contests, proving they can be a solid stepping stone to future literary success. Before winning the Nobel Prize, William Faulkner gained a … [Read more...] about So You Think You Can Write? 2025 Short Story Contests
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Can Goodreads Be Redeemed?
Goodreads, once the top online community for book lovers, has become a story of missed opportunities and decline. Since Amazon bought the platform in 2013, it has faced criticism for its outdated design, poor moderation, and growing user frustration. Scandals like the Cait Corrain incident have only added to its problems, leaving both authors and readers unhappy with the … [Read more...] about Can Goodreads Be Redeemed?
Honoring Excellence: The 2024 National Book Awards
The National Book Awards, established in 1950, celebrate the finest achievements in American literature. Managed by the National Book Foundation, these prestigious awards recognize exceptional works across categories such as Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Young People’s Literature, and Translation. Each year, the winners are chosen by panels of distinguished authors, critics, and … [Read more...] about Honoring Excellence: The 2024 National Book Awards
BookTok’s Influence: Between Literary Culture and Performance
As I reflect on my recent writing projects, a common thread seems to be emerging around the transformative power of revelations. Whether on a personal or societal level, when new information comes to light, it has the ability to ripple outward, shaping not only our personal experiences and relationships, but also, if the revelation is profound, impacting the world around … [Read more...] about BookTok’s Influence: Between Literary Culture and Performance
2024 Booker Prize Shortlist: Women Lead the Way
The 2024 Booker Prize shortlist features a diverse array of themes and storytelling styles, with women making history as the dominant force on the list. Of the six shortlisted novels, five are by female authors, marking the highest number of women ever shortlisted in the prize's 55-year history. This year’s selected books tackle major contemporary issues such as race, identity, … [Read more...] about 2024 Booker Prize Shortlist: Women Lead the Way
How Major Acquisitions Are Shaping Traditional Publishing
The publishing industry is experiencing significant changes as key players expand through acquisitions and strategic partnerships. These moves are reshaping the market, driving growth, and reinforcing the influence of major publishers. Penguin Random House Growth enguin Random House has reported impressive financial results for the first half of 2024. The company saw … [Read more...] about How Major Acquisitions Are Shaping Traditional Publishing
The Third Door: A New Path in Publishing
For decades, writers have faced limited choices: go the traditional route with a publishing house or self-publish. Both paths come with their pros and cons. Traditional publishers offer prestige, marketing, and distribution power but often take control over an author’s creative work, and only pay a fraction of the royalties. Self-publishing offers full creative control and … [Read more...] about The Third Door: A New Path in Publishing
UK Booksellers Urge Labour: Reform Unfair Business Rates
Booksellers in the UK are urging the new Labour government to address what they perceive as unjust business rates that severely impact small businesses, as reported by The Bookseller.com. Kate Skipper, COO of Waterstones, stated, "We call on the new government to prioritize reforming the outdated and inequitable business rates system, which currently stifles town and city … [Read more...] about UK Booksellers Urge Labour: Reform Unfair Business Rates
Latest Book Publishing Trends in 2024
Book publishing trends keep evolving as the technology shapes the industry and self-publishing shifts, presenting both opportunities and challenges for authors, publishers, and even readers. Here are the top 5 book publishing trends shaping the future of the industry: 1. The Rise of Audiobooks An increasing number of book lovers are choosing to listen to books instead of … [Read more...] about Latest Book Publishing Trends in 2024
Wattpad Survey Reveals Evolving Reading Habits and Skepticism of AI in Publishing
A recent Wattpad research reveals that younger generations are increasingly reading online fiction, citing content diversity and representation for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ stories. Nine out of 10 readers believe that storytelling technologies will shape the future of reading. With AI becoming prevalent in the publishing world, 92% of US readers see the need for human involvement in … [Read more...] about Wattpad Survey Reveals Evolving Reading Habits and Skepticism of AI in Publishing