Closing Image: June 22, 2022
Scholar Adam Mastroianni argues that pop culture—whether the medium is movies, music, books, or games—has become an oligopoly.
Day: June 22, 2022
Links of Interest: June 22, 2022
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Readyland: printed books that work with Alexa
Readyland books work with Amazon Alexa to allow kids to talk with characters, respond to questions, play games, choose songs, and more.
Startup Parea wants to shake up the publishing industry
Parea seeks to publish books by new authors and help them find an audience by targeting influencers.
Palace Project: new library ebook platform
The Palace Project app allows library patrons to access all of their library’s digital content through a single interface.
Raven Quill Literary Agency merges with Tobias Literary Agency
Raven Quill clients will move with their agents and be represented by Tobias going forward.
Zando launches Crooked Media Reads imprint
Zando, established in 2020 and known for its big-name partnerships, has announced yet another: a partnership with Crooked Media, a liberal media company.
UTA acquires Curtis Brown UK
United Talent Agency, one of the biggest entertainment agencies in the world, has acquired Curtis Brown UK.
Forefront launches Frederick Douglass imprint
The imprint is a partnership with Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives and will focus on publishing nonfiction work by Black and Brown authors.
MTV Books returns
The re-launched imprint, housed under Simon & Schuster, will focus on page-to-screen adaptations and build on MTV series and personalities.