Closing Image: Jan. 19, 2022
NPD BookScan, which tracks US book sales, recently released an executive summary of 2021 results.
Day: January 19, 2022
Links of Interest: Jan. 19, 2022
Trends Useful trend report for self-publishing authors: Alex Newton at K-lytics offers a free, big-picture overview of what’s happening in the Kindle market. Watch on YouTube. Podcasting hasn’t produced a hit in years. The average podcast in the top 10 is more than seven years old.
A new literary journal about the refugee experience
Helmed by a team of refugees and immigrants, The Other Side of Hope aims to challenge common perceptions of refugees.
Barnes & Noble’s Sterling Publishing will rebrand as Union Square & Co.
Barnes & Noble has long operated its own publishing division, known as Sterling.
RBmedia launches in German-language audiobook market
Years ago, RBmedia’s corporate parent acquired a major German audio publisher known as ABOD.
Paul Bogaards establishes a PR firm
Bogaards, who was a Knopf executive for 32 years, has launched Bogaards PR.
Random House launches a children’s nonfiction imprint
Bright Matter Books, operating under Random House Children’s Books, will publish educational nonfiction.
Harvest: a new lifestyle imprint from HarperCollins
Harvest, which will be housed under the William Morrow group at HarperCollins, will focus on publishing nonfiction books in the food, health, and wellness space.
Harlequin subscription service launches
For $14.99 per month, Harlequin Plus offers subscribers access to movies, games, and books.
Town Hall Addresses Fiscal and Cultural Health of the RWA
Facing financial instability and high turnover, the RWA board appeals to members for support.