Viking has bagged a "richly atmospheric" gothic novel from Beth Underdown in a two-book deal.
Afro Latinx children’s books are still too rare
Aug 26 2021 Afro Latinx children's books are still too rare. These four authors are trying to change that. Having grown up without picture books that reflected their own experiences, the Latinx authors and illustrators featured below are crafting and sharing those stories themselves, with colorful vivid imagery, prose and verse. Source: CNN More News Stories
Shearin wins YA Leapfrog Global Fiction Prize for two of her entries
Faith Shearin has won the Young Adult Leapfrog Global Fiction Prize for both of her entries Lost River, 1918 and Horse Latitudes.
Famed San Francisco poet and activist Jack Hirschman dies
Aug 26 2021 Jack Hirschman, former San Francisco poet laureate, activist, and famed proponent of the Beat Generation, died at his home in the city on Sunday, said the organization in which he served as a co-founder and director. He was 87 years old. Source: San Francisco Chronicle More News Stories
UK sales up 31% at Unbound in 2021
Unbound has reported its trade sales grew year on year in both the UK and US by 31% and 51% respectively during 1st January to 31st July 2021.
Netflix’s The Baby-Sitters Club Season 2 Release Date
Have you been waiting eagerly for news of when the second season of Netflix’s adaptation of The Baby-Sitters Club is coming? Great news — we have a release date. Even greater news — it’s soon! Netflix and author Ann M. Martin confirmed that season two will land Monday, October 11. Netflix also released a handful of photos to excited fans about the new episodes. Check those out below, starting with what is clearly a continuation of a show dedicated to friendship: Check out Claudia and her rocking style: Some out of office official duties: .container .newsletter-signup { background: linear-gradient(to bottom,...
Chicken House opens submissions for 24 hours
Children's publisher Chicken House is opening submissions for finished or unfinished children's novels for a period of 24 hours, inviting selected writers to gain mentorship from its editors.
Transworld scoops debut novel by Unmumsy Mum in six-figure deal
Transworld has scooped a "joyful and emotional" debut novel by author and blogger Sarah Turner, also known as The Unmumsy Mum, in a six-figure, two-book deal.
Why a Good Author Brand is a MUST to Sell More Books: Book Marketing Podcast Recap
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhy a Good Author Brand is a MUST to Sell More Books is a recap of a recent episode on our Book Marketing Tips & Author Success podcast. Be sure to download and listen to the show for all the details, recommendations and considerations! What’s your author brand saying about you right now? Not sure? Don’t have one? Well, guess what? You do. Because your brand is out there, whether you want it to be or not. Here we break down some key components you need to know for a good brand. How to Set Your Tone and...
Louis Theroux charts ‘weirdness of Covid world’ in Pan Mac deal
Louis Theroux has signed a deal with Pan Macmillan for a new book, Theroux the Keyhole, billed as a “heartwarming diary of the weirdness of family life in Covid world”.
