Thursday, April 16, 2015

The Roundup with PW

PRH Acquires ‘Book of Joy’ by the Dalai Lama, Archbishop Tutu
The two spiritual leaders will collaborate on the book to share their perspectives on joy and achieving a meaningful life. more »
London Book Fair 2015: After Film Deal, ‘Maestra’ Set as Launch for Bonnier’s Zaffre
A racy novel picking up attention at the London Book Fair has officially been set as the launch title of Zaffre Publishing, the new adult fiction imprint at Bonnier. more »

The PW London Show Daily, April 15
Get extensive coverage of all the developments in London. »

What the Harper, Amazon Deal Means: Alison Griswold at Slate takes a look at what the agreement says about the future of e-book pricing, and publishing.
Reading Racist Literature: Elif Batuman confronts the racism in her favorite books.
Weinstein to Adapt French Debut: The Weinstein Company acquired film rights to Agnes Martin-Lugand’s debut novel 'Happy People Read and Drink Coffee,' which was originally self-published and has gone on to become a hit in France.
Indie Author Files Suit: Writer Peter Gallagher has filed a $10 million lawsuit against screenwriter Joss Whedon and Lionsgate films, claiming 'The Cabin in the Woods' copied his self-published book.
'Mockingbird' a Stage Hit at Home: For nearly all of the 26 years it has been produced, the play “To Kill a Mockingbird” has been a hit in Monroeville, Ala. in the hometown of its author, Harper Lee. This year, the performances sold out faster than ever.


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