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January 1, 2026 at 8:32 AM
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With U.S. audiobook sales hitting $2.2 billion, the industry is buzzing.

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The audiobook business is booming. But the bounty isn't being shared by all
Many actors are vying for audiobook roles at a time when the talent pool is expanding and casting is becoming a growing topic of debate.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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I am so excited to be in conversation with @kfoslundquist.bsky.social about her splendid new book, 'Beard: A Memoir of a Marriage on Saturday,' on 11/15 at 4 pm. We'll be talking at everyone's favorite @possible-futures.bsky.social. Please join us! #beardamemoir #memoir #bookishnews
Event poster: Please join us in welcoming Kelly Foster Lundquist for a talk and signing of her memoir Beard: A Memoir of a Marriage Saturday, Nov 15th, 4pm Writer and educator Kelly Foster Lundquist will bless the bookspace with a reading and talk about her debut memoir, Beard. Kelly will be in conversation with Samuel Ernest, local author of Coarse Work. All are welcome; hope to see you here... [A picture of the cover is on the left: Pink book with a black beard mask. Images of Kelly and me to the bottom right.]
November 10, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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From booming bookstore numbers to genre crossovers like romantasy reshaping the market, NYCC proved the comics industry is thriving.

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Good Vibes at New York Comic Con
Retailers and publishers alike were able to put aside the myriad challenges facing the comics industry—from tariffs to the uncertain post-Diamond distribution landscape—to enjoy a surprisingly upbeat ...
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October 24, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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After 26 years, Bluestockings Bookstore Cooperative has abruptly closed its doors

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Bluestockings Workers Clash with Legal Owners Over Store's Closing
Bluestockings Bookstore Cooperative worker-stewards are going public, complaining that they were given no advance warning that the 26-year-old cooperative bookstore would abruptly shut its doors for b...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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A U.S.-based joint venture (with Oracle, Silverlake, & more) will take control of TikTok, retrain its algorithm on U.S. data, and keep the app alive for 170M users.

👉 Read More: www.npr.org/2025/09/22/n...

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Deal for TikTok creates U.S. joint venture, and government won't have a stake
The U.S. will get a copy of TikTok's prized content recommendation algorithm, and that the tech company Oracle will provide security.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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BookTok is redefining how we talk about books. And while this article focuses on TikTok and romance genres, there are some interesting insights for the platform in general. Read more: romancingthephone.substack.com/p/new-bookto...

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August 15, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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This Vox piece digs into how Substack has become a home for bookish conversation, literary essays, and niche communities well beyond its stereotype.

Read more: www.vox.com/culture/4212...

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The sad young literary man is alive and well on Substack
On literati Substack, it’s still 2005.
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August 14, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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What a treat. I've been interviewed quite a few times over the last few years, but here's my first attempt at being the interviewer. Thanks, Brad Ricks, for agreeing to be my crash test dummy: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UX9B...

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Vampires, Vengeance & Survival — Brad Ricks Talks The Night Crew
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August 12, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Media Source Inc. announced a major leadership shakeup, including the departure of longtime leaders Rebecca T. Miller and Kathy Ishizuka.

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Shakeup at 'LJ' and 'SLJ' Results in Layoffs, Leadership Change
Media Source Inc., parent company of School Library Journal, Library Journal, and the Horn Book, has announced a “strategic repositioning across the company and its media group.” As part of the proces...
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August 11, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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After nearly 20 years, Goodreads just got a glow-up! 📚✨

Say goodbye to beige minimalism and hello to a bold, BookTok-inspired makeover.

🔗 Read the full story here: www.fastcompany.com/91368403/goo...

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After almost 20 years, Goodreads has a new logo fit for Booktok
After almost 20 years, book reviewing platform Goodreads has ditched its minimalist logo for a chunky font with a hint of whimsy.
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July 25, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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A new class action lawsuit claims Amazon’s Audible is monopolizing the audiobook market by penalizing creators who don’t go exclusive.

📖 Read the story here: www.msn.com/en-us/money/...

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July 21, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Monday update and impending schedule changes!
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July 15, 2025 at 3:33 AM
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From printed edges to AR-enhanced books and micro-genre marketing, self-publishing is getting a major glow-up.

Read more: www.ingramspark.com/blog/whats-n...

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What’s Next in Publishing? Emerging Trends for Indie Authors
Explore top self-publishing trends—AI, AR, printed edges, and more—reshaping how indie authors engage readers.
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July 7, 2025 at 1:55 PM
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👋 Hey there, new here — but not for long.
You don’t know me yet, but some authors will very soon.
Excited about what’s coming. Stay tuned. 💫
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May 6, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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Dear Readers,

I’m thrilled to launch my brand-new newsletter. You can look forward to: Writing Tips, Marketing Tips for Fellow Authors, Resources for Educators and Parents, Info on Upcoming Events, some Personal Updates, Bookish News, and Subscriber-Only Discounts. #writingtips #bookishnews
February 24, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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#BookishNews 📢📚

You know the feeling when something amazing happens, and you’re waiting for the official ‘go ahead’ to share your book related news? That’s me right now, bursting with excitement!

Can’t wait to tell you more! 📖🌟

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January 27, 2025 at 10:38 PM
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Next year you can find me signing under my Sophia Nixs, Author pen name at my first international signing! 🎉

It’s time to get ready and excited for #rare25melbourne

Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
When: October 4, 2025

Will I be seeing you in Melbourne Australia?

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November 21, 2024 at 11:04 AM
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Next year you can find me signing under my Sophia Nixs, Author pen name at my first international signing! 🎉

It’s time to get ready and excited for #rare25melbourne

Where: Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
When: October 4, 2025

Will I be seeing you in Melbourne Australia?

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November 21, 2024 at 11:03 AM
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🎉📬 Hot off the press and cooler than a summer breeze! Our newsletter is here! 🌞🔥 Don't miss out – your TBR pile is about to get a serious upgrade. Check it out now! 📚✨ #UnsolicitedPress #BookishNews #JulyNewsletter

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July 11, 2024 at 8:13 PM
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SOMETHING EXCITING IS COMING TOMORROW!!

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WATCH THIS SPACE!!

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May 27, 2024 at 7:14 PM