Tuesday, May 20, 2014

Penguin Buys J. Lo Memoir & other book trade news from PW

Penguin Buys J. Lo Memoir
Penguin's Celebra imprint has taken world rights to the first book by multi-hyphenate star, Jennifer Lopez. "True Love," will be released simultaneously in English and Spanish on October 28. MORE »



For publishers, negotiating terms of sale with Amazon has always been difficult. But reports of Amazon’s hardball tactics with the Hachette Book Group suggest that this year’s negotiations could be among the most brutal yet. more »

All Blurbed Out: Jennifer Weiner's take on the literary endorsement.

Why Libraries Matter : This short documentary reveals just how important the modern library is for millions of people.

The Irresistible Rise of the Short Story: Why the short story is the perfect literary form for the 21st century.

King Novel to be Adapted : Director Mike Flanagan has committed to adapt "Gerald’s Game," based on the bestselling novel by Stephen King.

Snug and Stylish Ways to Read : Bookmark these comfortable, literary furniture pieces and design objects for those moments when you’re ready to be whisked away for a weekend of books and bliss.



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