'The Rabbit Who Wants to Fall Asleep,' which Random House acquired for seven figures in August and re-released last week, may have appeared to be an overnight sensation. But, as author Carl-Johan Forssen Ehrlin explained, the book's success is actually the result of promotional efforts that have been building over a period of five years. more
Disney to Launch New Freeform Imprint
Disney Publishing Worldwide will raise the curtain on a new imprint next year, to coincide with the January 2016 re-branding of the Disney-owned cable TV channel, ABC Family, as Freeform. The imprint, also named Freeform, will focus on YA and crossover fiction and nonfiction aimed at readers ages 14 to 34, and will publish original book properties as well as material that can span formats—from books to television—and tie in with existing TV programming. more
IN THE MEDIA
From the Guardian:
Twilight author Stephenie Meyer's first interview since her new release: "It's still about two teenagers falling head-over-heels in love." Click here 
From People:
Neil Patrick Harris Says His New Book Series "Would Have Thrilled Me as a Kid." Click here
From the Bookseller:
Nosy Crow and the British Museum sign a partnership deal. Click here
From the Associated Press:
Harry Potter e-books come to life in new editions. Click here
From BuzzFeed:
Rainbow Rowell Chooses Between Good and Evil in Epic Game of Would You Rather. Click here
From Bustle:
18 Picture Books to Get You Psyched for Halloween. Click here |
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From Bustle:
Pharrell Williams Holds Mini Press Conference, Answers Burning Questions from a Bunch of Adorable British Kids. Click here
From Hypable:
Is Twilight Reimagined: Life and Death a hint at the future of Young Adult fiction? Click here
From Kidscreen:
Hands-on activities open a lucrative chapter for Parragon. Click here
From MuggleNet:
Everything MuggleNet Loves About Harry Potter Illustrated. Click here
From Entertainment Weekly:
Author Brian Selznick talks about The Marvels, his most personal story yet. Click here
From BookRiot:
The 9 Best Halloween Costumes Based on Children’s Books. Click here |
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