Did the book industry get a boost from Donald Trump’s presidency?
While Donald Trump has not shown extensive literary knowledge throughout his mandate, he has inspired a ton of political publications.
Vernon Lee, George Eliot, fellow female authors reclaim their names in new ebook initiative
The Reclaim Her Name initiative, sponsored by Baileys, has recently been launched to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Twenty-five classic novels by female writers, previously published under male pseudonyms, will be re-released for the first time with the real name of the author on the cover in an effort to […]
George W. Bush’s new book of paintings stirs controversy online
George W. Bush, the 43rd president of the U.S., who began painting soon after leaving office, will publish his second book of paintings on March 2, 2021.
‘The Great Gatsby’ prequel to be published in January 2021
Michael Farris Smith has penned a prequel to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby”, which has sold more than 25 million copies since its publication.
7-year-old girl raises thousands of dollars to give ‘multicultural crayons,’ diverse books to schools
A 7-year-old African American girl is donating multicultural crayons and books featuring diverse characters to some schools in the United States.
JK Rowling to publish fairy tale free for locked-down children
JK Rowling said she would release a free online serialization of a bedtime story she wrote for her children 10 years ago.
5 travel books that can transport you to far-flung places in beautiful and funny prose
Great travel writing will open your eyes, expand your perspectives, teach but not lecture, enlighten and transport.
Female authors lead International Booker Prize’s 2020 shortlist
The contenders of the International Booker Prize, who are mostly women for the second year in a row, were announced on April 2 in London.
Margaret Atwood shares book recommendations for your time in self-isolation
Canadian author Margaret Atwood took to Twitter to recommend several books that she deemed essential in these times of crisis.