Merger is just one more death rattle of the once thriving book publishing trade By Michael Levin When I saw the word “synergies” applied to the proposed merger of publishing giants Penguin and Random House, I laughed out loud. “Synergies” is Wall Street-speak for “Let’s [more...]
Five months ago a public library was closed in north London as part of a cost-cutting measure. Now a remarkable thing has happened. A group of squatters composed of artists, students and a former librarian have moved into the libra…
When I purchased my copy of “Fifty Shades of Grey,” the first book in the Fifty Shades trilogy, the cashier asked if I wanted a receipt. “Absolutely,“ I told her. “I’m reading the book for review, so I’ll be reimbursed.“ “I want YOUR job,” she [more...]
“The Devil Loves Disco” by Kevin Collins portrays a man unlucky in love who accepts help from the Devil himself to find Ms. Right “The Devil Loves Disco” (ISBN 1456355139) by Kevin Collins is a comedic love story about Parker Cole, a man looking for [more...]
This first-ever indie book contest awards publicity-based prizes LOS ANGELES, CA – The Shirley You Jest! Book Awards upholds the belief that laughter can cure what ails ya. Presented by Liz D Publicity & Promotions, the SYJ! contest honors books by self-published and traditionally published [more...]