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online sales at independent bookstore websites have increased exponentially in 2020 versus the same time last year.
online sales at independent bookstore websites have increased exponentially in 2020 versus the same time last year.
News The biggest book printer in the US prepares to file for bankruptcy. LSC, the book printer that has been in trouble for some time now (long before coronavirus hit), will soon file for Chapter 11. Read Greg Dool in Folio. Court dismisses AB5 lawsuit. California’s AB5 legislation is creating problems for freelancers who produce more than 35 … Read more
Trailblazes reviews opportunities, launches and startups including news that Laura Mazer has joined Wendy Sherman Associates as an agent.
Publicists and industry advocates offer tips for adjusting your approach to book marketing and promotion Until this spring, the crisis event that loomed large in the collective memory of authors—the one that curtailed the launch and sales of countless books—was 9/11. Now coronavirus promises to be the next event to subvert authors’ hopes and dreams … Read more
Each sector of the book-publishing industry faces unique challenges; here are the latest developments and reports from each sector.
Hot Shots looked at publishing news headlines including the news that PublishDrive offers print, ebook, audio distribution under one roof.
Even though agents and editors may be attempting to conduct business as usual, the coronavirus undoubtedly affects acquisitions.
The Hot Sheet Index reviewed the amount raised to benefit independent booksellers. The Book Industry Charitable Foundation raised $700,000.