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Congratulations to Our National Book Awards Longlisters!
September 15, 2025

13 Penguin Random House titles and two PRHPS titles were selected for the National Book Awards longlists!

Last week, the National Book Foundation, a nonprofit organization, announced the longlists for the 76th National Book Awards. Established in 1950, the National Book Awards are American literary prizes administered by the National Book Foundation, whose mission is to celebrate the best literature published in the United States, expand its audience, and ensure that books have a prominent place in our culture. We're honored to share that 13 Penguin Random House titles and two PRHPS titles were selected for the National Book Awards longlists! The categories include Young People’s Literature, Translated Literature, Poetry, Nonfiction, and Fiction.

Our Upcoming Author Events
September 15, 2025

The Penguin Random House Communications team invites you to discover some of the Penguin Random House Author Events we’re looking forward to this week! Every Monday, a curated selection of literary gatherings highlights authors across divisions and events across the country. Connect with favorite authors and explore exciting new titles! Please note these are just a few of the events happening this week. For a comprehensive list, explore the Upcoming Author Events Calendar.

Continuing our focus on science, this week's New York Times headline reads In a Rock on Mars, NASA Sees ‘Clearest Sign of Life’ So Far. NASA’s Perseverance robotic rover discovered minerals in hardened mud that may be evidence of life on Mars. For those fascinated by Mars, and the possibility of life on it, we invite you to discover the following acclaimed titles for adults and younger readers:

Author Event: Join a Storytime in 7 Languages at Global School Brooklyn on September 15
September 12, 2025

On Sunday, September 15, join award-winning authors, including several Penguin Random House authors, for Reading Around the World: Connecting Cultures Through Storytime at Global School Brooklyn.

At this official Brooklyn Book Festival Bookends Event, attendees will experience a storytime in 7 languages with award-winning authors, plus crafts, pop-up bookshops, and treats!

Penguin Random House Expands Book Access Through the Book Rich Environments Program
September 11, 2025

Penguin Random House is proud to continue our longstanding partnership with the National Book Foundation’s Book Rich Environments (BRE) program, an initiative we have supported since its launch in 2017. With over 600,000 books donated by PRH, we are proud to be the leading contributor to the BRE program among publishers. We are committed to ensuring that children and families across the country have access to high-quality, diverse books that spark imagination, foster learning, and build community.

Our Upcoming Author Events
September 8, 2025

Senator Bernie Sanders' upcoming title, FIGHT OLIGARCHY, on sale October 21, 2025.

Crown announced today the imminent publication of FIGHT OLIGARCHY, a new book by New York Times bestselling author Senator Bernie Sanders. In recognition of the urgency of Senator Sanders’ message and in a departure from standard industry practice, FIGHT OLIGARCHY will initially be released in digital formats on September 30, 2025 in e-book and Audiobook editions. A paperback edition, accessibly priced at $14.99, will be published on October 21, providing members of the public with a timely resource for our current moment.

As the school year begins, and funding in the sciences is being cut on a national level, we thought it important to showcase some of Penguin Random House’s acclaimed and bestselling science titles on a range of subjects, from a range of experts in their fields. May these books illuminate and educate…

Avery is pleased to announce the upcoming release of THE ATOMIC HABITS WORKBOOK by James Clear, scheduled for publication on December 9, 2025.

Labor Day weekend is upon us! Observed on the first Monday in September, Labor Day is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the achievements of American workers. Labor Day weekend is often the last gasp of summer vacationing and recreation before Fall sets in. To encourage your escape into reading over the long weekend, check out the following new, popular, and classic workplace novels:

Our Upcoming Author Events
August 25, 2025

Recently, The 2025 Hugo Awards winners were announced at a ceremony at Seattle Worldcon 2025. THE TAINTED CUP by Robert Jackson Bennett (Del Rey) brought home best novel! The Hugo Awards are considered to be among the most prestigious awards for the science fiction and fantasy genres, which recognize media, literature, editors, artists, and fan activities. View The 2025 Hugo Awards list here.

August feels like a fine time to showcase the most august of mammals…whales! It’s well known that whales are the largest marine mammals called cetaceans and the blue whale, specifically, is the largest animal on Earth. Unfortunately, climate change has affected whale habitats, food sources, and migration patterns. In a sea of titles, our whale watching has turned up the following pod of classic, new, and popular books for the whole family:

As many students head to campus in August, the fiction genre known as “dark academia” comes to mind. Universities prove to be rich breeding grounds for suspense with their heady mix of historic buildings, esoteric books, and competitive students. Penguin Random House has some of the most fascinating and chilling tales in the category, both classic and contemporary, including award winners and books that are the basis for hit films and shows. Review the syllabus below. Enrollment is open…

Publishing Profiles: Pamela Dorman, Senior Vice President and Publisher of Pamela Dorman Books/Viking
August 13, 2025

Pamela Dorman, Senior Vice President and Publisher of Pamela Dorman Books/Viking

Pamela Dorman, Senior Vice President and Publisher of Pamela Dorman Books/Viking, has published multimillion-copy, #1 New York Times bestsellers by Sue Monk Kidd, Kim Edwards, Helen Fielding, Gail Honeyman, Jacquelyn Mitchard, Richard Osman, Jojo Moyes, Ashley Elston and many more.

The Penguin Random House Communications team invites you to discover some of the Penguin Random House Author Events we're looking forward to this week! Every Monday, a curated selection of literary gatherings highlights authors across divisions and events across the country. Connect with favorite authors and explore exciting new titles! Please note these are just a few of the events happening this week. For a comprehensive list, explore the Upcoming Author Events Calendar.

On August 9, we honor International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples, a day chosen in recognition of the first meeting of the United Nations Working Group on Indigenous Populations held in Geneva in 1982. According to the UN, “There are an estimated 476 million indigenous peoples in the world living across 90 countries. They make up less than 5 percent of the world's population, but account for 15 percent of the poorest. They speak an overwhelming majority of the world’s estimated 7,000 languages and represent 5,000 different cultures. Indigenous peoples are inheritors and practitioners of unique cultures and ways of relating to people and the environment...We need indigenous communities for a better world."

Reese Witherspoon announced  on Tuesday, August 5, that the Reese’s Book Club August pick is ONCE UPON A TIME IN DOLLYWOOD (Berkley), the debut novel from Reese’s Book Club LitUp Fellow Ashley Jordan.

Our Upcoming Author Events
August 4, 2025

Our Upcoming Author Events is brought to you by the Penguin Random House Communications team. Stay tuned every Monday to see some of the Penguin Random House Author Events we’re looking forward to each week! Our roundup features authors across divisions and events across the country. Please note these are just a few of the exciting events happening this week. For a comprehensive list, explore the Upcoming Author Events Calendar.

Brandon Mull to Publish New Fantasy Series With Random House Children's Books
August 4, 2025

Brandon Mull, beloved middle-grade author of the immensely successful Fablehaven, Dragonwatch, and Beyonders series, will publish a new epic fantasy series. It was announced today by Liesa Abrams, VP & Editor-in-Chief of Labyrinth Road, an imprint of Random House Children’s Books.

For more than 30 years, the Lambda Literary Awards, affectionately known as the Lammys, have consistently recognized the major impact LGBTQ authors have made on the world. This year, several Penguin Random House titles were selected for the shortlist! View the full list here.

The “Dog Days of Summer” have been unleashed on us, defined as “hot, sultry summer weather; also, a period of stagnation…the period between early July and early September, when Sirius, the so-called Dog Star, rises and sets with the sun.” (Merriam-Webster). To stave off stagnation, check out these tail-wagging reads, for all ages, inspired by our canine companions:

Academy Award-winning actor, bestselling author, and cultural storyteller Matthew McConaughey will hit the road in September for a five-city tour to celebrate the publication of his deeply personal new book, POEMS & PRAYERS (Crown) — the long-awaited follow-up to his memoir GREENLIGHTS (Crown), a global phenomenon. Read more about POEMS & PRAYERS here.

Our Upcoming Author Events
July 28, 2025

Random House to Publish New Novel by Booker Prize-Winning Author George Saunders
July 25, 2025

Random House will publish VIGIL, a new novel by the bestselling, Booker Prize-winning author George Saunders, on January 27, 2026. World rights were acquired by Andy Ward from Esther Newberg at CAA.

July is National Park and Recreation Month! In 2025, our national parks are facing significant challenges, including staffing shortages and funding cuts. “Since 1985, people in the United States have celebrated Park and Recreation Month in July to promote building strong, vibrant and resilient communities through the power of parks and recreation. This year’s theme, “Build Together, Play Together, " reminds us of the contributions of more than 160,000 full-time park and recreation professionals — along with hundreds of thousands of part-time and seasonal workers and volunteers — who maintain our country’s close-to-home parks. (NRPA).

Hannah Lopez, publicity assistant at Riverhead Books

Hannah Lopez, a publicity assistant at Riverhead Books, has worked at Penguin Random House since May of 2022. Hannah sat down to share what a typical day in publicity looks like, her most memorable career moments so far, and why many of her daily tasks involve jiffys (for those unfamiliar, she also explained what a jiffy is).

Our Upcoming Author Events
July 21, 2025

Andrea Gibson | © Morgen Schuler

Poet, performer, and activist Andrea Gibson passed away on July 14 at the age of 49 after a four-year battle with ovarian cancer.

There's a Book for That: Disability Pride Month
July 17, 2025

In July we celebrate Disability Pride Month to mark the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was the world's first comprehensive civil rights law for people with disabilities. The landmark legislation was passed on July 26, 1990. At Penguin Random House, we publish a range of excellent titles that honor the history, achievements, and experiences of the disability community, including the following fiction and nonfiction for all ages:

Several Penguin Random House Authors Named to Time100 Most Influential Creators of 2025 List
July 14, 2025

Recently, TIME released their Most Influential Creators of 2025 list, identifying individuals who are making a significant impact on the ways people consume information. Several Penguin Random House authors were selected by TIME, recognized for their noteworthy followings and ability to shape culture. Click here to read TIME's full list.

On the list, TIME named nine Penguin Random House authors among the most influential creators of the year:

Nick DiGiovanni, author of KNIFE DROP: Creative Recipes Anyone Can Cook (DK)
Meredith Hayden, author of THE WISHBONE KITCHEN COOKBOOK (Ten Speed Press)
Mary Claire Haver, MD, author of THE NEW MENOPAUSE: Navigating Your Path Through Hormonal Change With Purpose, Power, and Facts (Rodale Books)
Rhett McLaughlin and Link Neal, authors of THE LOST CAUSES OF BLEAK CREEK (Crown) and RHETT & LINK'S BOOK OF MYTHICALITY (Crown Archetype)
Heather Cox Richardson, author of DEMOCRACY AWAKENING: Notes on the State of America (Penguin Books)
Mel Robbins, author of THE LET THEM THEORY (Hay House LLC)
Mychal Threets, author of I’M SO HAPPY YOU’RE HERE: A Celebration of Library Joy (Random House Books for Young Readers)
Vivian Tu, author of Rich AF: The Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life (Portfolio)

Our Upcoming Author Events
July 14, 2025

George by George, 1966

Random House, an imprint of the Random House Publishing Group, will publish THE THIRD EYE, a book of personal photographs by renowned musician and Beatles guitarist George Harrison. Spanning the years 1963 - 1969, THE THIRD EYE will feature more than 250 intimate color and black and white photographs -- the majority of which are previously unpublished -- of the Beatles at work and at play, from Liverpool to Shea Stadium to Adelaide to India, all taken by Harrison.

Berkley and Penguin Young Readers will join forces to launch a new imprint, Berkley Crossover, to be branded as Berkley XO. It was announced on July 9 by Jennifer Loja, President, Penguin Young Readers Group, and Christine Ball, Publisher, Berkley.

There's a Book for That: Tennis!
July 10, 2025

Tennis, anyone? Wimbledon, widely considered the most famous tennis championship in the world, is in full swing in the UK and on screens globally. With all eyes on the ball through this weekend, the book is in our court at Penguin Random House and here’s what we’re serving up!

Our Upcoming Author Events
July 3, 2025

Erroll McDonald at the Literacy Partners Gala (Courtesy of Instagram, @litpartners)

Literacy Partners recently hosted its Evening of Readings and Gala Dinner at Chelsea Piers’ Pier Sixty in New York City, bringing together literary, philanthropic, and civic leaders to celebrate the transformative power of literacy. Penguin Random House, a supporter of Literacy Partners and the annual gala since 1996, sponsored the event and donated books which were included in attendees’ gift bags.

SPECTACULAR THINGS by Beck Dorey-Stein is selected as Reese's Book Club's pick.

On July 1, Reese Witherspoon announced that Reese's Book Club's July pick is SPECTACULAR THINGS by Beck Dorey-Stein (The Dial Press). In this novel, two sisters examine what they owe each other and what they are willing to sacrifice to make their dreams come true—from a New York Times bestselling author whose writing has been called “witty, heartfelt” (New York Times), "lively [and] intelligent” (People).

Matthew McConaughey, Academy Award-Winning Actor and Author of GREENLIGHTS, to Publish New Book With Crown
June 26, 2025

Crown, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group, announced the September 16 publication of POEMS & PRAYERS by Matthew McConaughey, an eternal optimist, Academy Award–winning actor, and bestselling author. An audiobook edition of POEMS & PRAYERS, read (of course) by McConaughey himself, will be released simultaneously by Penguin Random House Audio.

Pride Month Author Interview: A Conversation With TJ Alexander
June 26, 2025

Author TJ Alexander

This interview was a contribution by Nadia Blocker, Marketing Assistant, Knopf Doubleday. TJ Alexander is a Lambda Literary Award finalist and USA Today bestselling author who writes about queer love. Originally from Florida, they received their MA in writing and publishing from Emerson College in Boston. They live in New York City with their wife, cats, and various houseplants. TJ is trans nonbinary and uses they/them pronouns.

For the first time, Penguin Random House is proud to announce our sponsorship of the 2025 Essence Festival of Culture, held in New Orleans, Louisiana, on July 4–6. With more than 400,000 festival goers in attendance—and alongside a wide variety of corporate and indie organizations—Penguin Random House will be a fixture at the Authors Pavilion, where our writers and teams will speak on panels, sign books, and host giveaways.

There's a Book for That: Immigrant Stories
June 25, 2025

Penguin Random House’s publishing reflects the rich tapestry of America, a nation built by immigrants whose stories are inspiring and educational. In line with Penguin Random House's commitment to amplify diverse voices and promote understanding, we believe in the importance of sharing immigrant stories. With protests centered around federal immigration raids occurring nationwide, it is vital to highlight the experiences of immigrant communities. For more information, please visit our Immigrant Resources page, which contains helpful information, including organizations providing legal help for anyone with questions in the wake of Executive Orders and other actions by the administration regarding immigration. If you have questions or would like additional resources, please contact Human Resources.

On July 8, Penguin Press will publish THE JAILHOUSE LAWYER by Calvin Duncan and Sophie Cull. This title is a searing and ultimately hopeful account of Calvin Duncan, described by Sister Helen Prejean as “the most extraordinary jailhouse lawyer of our time.” The book traces Duncan’s 30-year journey through Angola following a wrongful murder conviction, his transformation into a brilliant legal mind behind bars, and his ongoing fight for justice on behalf of others still incarcerated. John Grisham succinctly captures the essence of Duncan's story: “If I created a fictional character like Calvin Duncan, no one would believe him and the story wouldn’t work. Fiction can be many things, but it has to be believable. Duncan’s story is so incredible it strains belief. It is so heartwarming and hopeful that it will stay with you for a long time.”

Prime Video released first look images and teaser art for the upcoming spy-thriller series Butterfly, starring and executive produced by Daniel Dae Kim (Avatar: The Last Airbender, Lost, Hawaii Five-O), and based on the BOOM! Studios’ graphic novel series created by Arash Amel. The series was sold, developed, and produced by BOOM! Studios' in-house media IP team.

Penguin Young Readers to Publish Debut Picture Book by Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback and Super Bowl MVP
June 24, 2025

Jalen Hurts with his book, BETTER THAN A TOUCHDOWN | ©Kyle Novak

Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and 2025 Super Bowl MVP, will publish his debut children’s picture book with Flamingo Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers on March 10, 2026.

Inc. Magazine has named Sourcebooks to its 2025 Best Workplaces list, re cognizing companies redefining how purpose and innovation shape the employee experience. The honor affirms Sourcebooks’ bold approach to people-powered growth, building a high-performance, high-trust culture at the forefront of what’s next in book publishing.

Congratulations to Our James Beard Media Award Winners
June 17, 2025

In Chicago on June 14, the nation's top food authors were honored at the 2025 James Beard Media Awards, presented by Capital One. The Media Awards recognize authors, broadcast producers, hosts, journalists, podcasters, and social media content creators.

The Book Awards are awarded to cookbooks and other nonfiction food- or beverage-related books that were published in the U.S. in 2024.. Congratulations to our six winning Penguin Random House titles!

Discover our winners below.

There's a Book for That: Juneteenth
June 17, 2025

“Juneteenth has never been a celebration of victory or an acceptance of the way things are. It’s a celebration of progress. It’s an affirmation that despite the most painful parts of our history, change is possible—and there is still so much work to do.”—Barack Obama This Thursday, June 19, we celebrate Juneteenth. On June 19, 1865, union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas announcing that the Civil War was over, and slavery abolished. A holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved became an official federal holiday in 2021 when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act. Penguin Random House, closed Thursday in observance of the holiday, publishes the following excellent books for adults and young readers that honor the occasion:

Nicola Dinan

This interview was a contribution by Megan Tripp, Associate Director of Social Media, Consumer Marketing. She can be found in her book-filled Manhattan apartment, usually reading books about gay rights and gay wrongs, or on Instagram at @booksnblazers. Nicola Dinan grew up in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur and now lives in London. BELLIES, her debut, won the Polari First Book Prize, was shortlisted for the Diverse Book Awards and Mo Siewcharran Prize, was a finalist for a Lambda Literary Award, and was longlisted for the Gordon Burn Prize and Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize. Her latest novel, DISSAPOINT ME, was recently published by The Dial Press.

Legendary Thriller Author Frederick Forsyth Passes Away at 86
June 10, 2025

Frederick Forsyth, photo by Gillian Shaw.

Frederick Forsyth, bestselling author, British RAF pilot, and journalist died on Monday, June 9, 2025. He wrote eighteen espionage thrillers including THE DAY OF THE JACKAL, THE ODESSA FILE, THE FOURTH PROTOCOL, THE DOGS OF WAR, THE DEVIL'S ALTERNATIVE, THE FIST OF GOD, ICON, THE VETERAN, AVENGER, THE AFGHAN, THE COBRA, THE KILL LIST, and THE FOX.

Folha de S. Paulo, a renowned Brazilian daily newspaper founded in 1921, recently released an issue celebrating the most noteworthy Brazilian literature of the 21st century.

©Dawn Bottoms/The New York Times

Edmund White, a groundbreaking author who was a pioneer of gay literature, died at 85. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1940. His fiction included the autobiographical trilogy A BOY'S OWN STORY, THE BEAUTIFUL ROOM IS EMPTY, and THE FAREWELL SYMPHONY, as well as CARACOLE, FORGETTING ELENA, NOCTURNES FOR THE KING OF NAPLES, and SKINNED ALIVE, a collection of short stories.

Former First Lady Michelle Obama to Publish THE LOOK With Crown Publishing Group
June 5, 2025

The Crown Publishing Group today announced THE LOOK, a new book from Michelle Obama, former First Lady of the United States, to be published November 4, 2025. The book will be released by Crown in hardcover and ebook formats, with an audiobook edition, read by the author, to be simultaneously issued by Penguin Random House Audio.

As part of PRH's ongoing partnership with Save the Children, we are excited to support their annual summer education campaign, Make Summer Fair, which aims to ensure children in rural America continue learning during the summer months. Penguin Random House has collaborated with Save the Children on their annual summer education campaign since its inception.

There's a Book for That: Pride Month!
June 5, 2025

Happy Pride Month! June, 2025 marks the 55th annual LGBTQ+ Pride tradition. The first Pride march in New York City was held on June 28, 1970 on the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan – a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States.

PRH Acquires Wonderbly, One of the UK’s Fastest-Growing Independent Publishers and Leader in Personalized Gift Books
June 4, 2025

Acquisition Underscores Penguin Random House’s Commitment to Innovation and Growth Penguin Random House, a leading global trade book publisher, has acquired Wonderbly, one of the UK’s fastest-growing independent publishers and the global leader in personalized gift books, including its Historic Newspapers business. The acquisition was announced today by Nihar Malaviya, CEO of Penguin Random House; Paul Kelly, CEO of DK; and Asi Sharabi, CEO of Wonderbly. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Jumpstart Selects Marcus Bridgewater’s SEE MARCUS GROW for Their 20th Annual Read for the Record Literacy Campaign
June 4, 2025

Jumpstart for Young Children, a national early education organization, has selected SEE MARCUS GROW (Nancy Paulsen Books) by Marcus Bridgewater, aka Garden Marcus, illustrated by Reggie Brown, for their milestone 20th annual Read for the Record literacy campaign.

©kolinmendez | Author Tourmaline, Tiny Reparations Books founder Phoebe Robinson, Tiny Reparations Books Executive Editor Emi Ikkanda, PRH CEO Nihar Malaviya

On May 22, Tiny Reparations Books celebrated two momentous occasions: the 5^th anniversary of the imprint and the launch of the National bestseller MARSHA, Tourmaline’s highly anticipated biography of LGBTQ+ activist and icon Marsha P. Johnson.

Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, an award-winning novelist, playwright, and essayist from Kenya whose novels have been translated into more than thirty languages, has died at 87.

Listening Library to Publish Jason Reynolds’ Full Cast Audiobook Original SOUNDTRACK
June 2, 2025

Jason Reynolds with PRH Audio Producers of SOUNDTRACK

This June, press play on SOUNDTRACK (Listening Library) by the acclaimed New York Times bestselling author, MacArthur Fellow, and former National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature Jason Reynolds.

PYR to Publish New Book for Tweens Inspired by the #1 NYT Bestseller, THE ANXIOUS GENERATION
May 21, 2025

Rocky Pond Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers, will publish a companion to social psychologist Jonathan Haidt’s #1 New York Times bestselling and culturally transformative book, THE ANXIOUS GENERATION.

Author Banu Mushtaq © Alberto Pezzali/AP

On Tuesday, May 20, HEART LAMP (India Penguin) by Banu Mushtak, translated by Deepa Bhasthi, won the 2025 International Booker Prize. The winning title, a collection of 12 short stories which exquisitely capture the everyday lives of women and girls in Muslim communities in southern India, is the first collection of short stories to be awarded the prize and the first winner originally written in Kannada.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, observed at this time each year since 1949, when it was established by Mental Health America. America is in the midst of a mental health crisis. It’s more important than ever to reduce the stigma around mental health struggles so that people are more willing to ask for help.

Penguin Random House, The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), and the Anne Frank Fonds, which is responsible for the publication of Anne Frank’s seminal work, THE DIARY OF A YOUNG GIRL, announced the Anne Frank Award for Teaching Memoir, giving English language arts educators from middle to postsecondary levels the opportunity to apply for funding to advance the teaching of memoir and support student writing in the classroom.

DC Comic Book "All-Star Superman" To Be Published As Full-Cast Audiobook!
May 12, 2025

This classic Man of Steel available on audio for the first time ever!

The classic DC comic book All-Star Superman will be available as an audiobook for the first time in a new recording from Penguin Random House Audio in collaboration with DC (on sale June 24, 2025). Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s Eisner Award–winning graphic novel is adapted for audiobook listeners by Meghan Fitzmartin and features cover art by Quitely, a full cast of 25 voices, an original music score, and sound effects.

Welcome to May and Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month! In honor of the occasion, we are featuring the following recent and acclaimed nonfiction which recognizes the history, achievements and experiences of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders:

On May 1 in New York City, The Mystery Writers of America (MWA) recognized the 2025 Edgar Allen Poe Award winners, honoring the best in mystery, fiction, nonfiction and television published or produced in 2024.

On Monday, May 5, three Penguin Random House authors were honored with a Pulitzer Prize. Established in 1917, the Pulitzer Prizes are the most prestigious prize in American letters.

Photo Credit: John Mark Comer

At the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association (ECPA) Leadership Summit in Nashville, Tennessee, the ECPA announced the 13 winners of the 2025 Christian Book Award® program. Presented annually since 1978, the award program honors the “best of the year” in Christian literature.

PYR to Publish New Book Based on Most-Watched Bluey Episode Ever
May 6, 2025

Penguin Young Readers is delighted to announce that it will be publishing BLUEY: THE SIGN, a special hardcover children's book based on the record-breaking 28-minute Bluey episode which attracted over 10 million global views in the first week. BLUEY: THE SIGN will publish globally on November 4, 2025, alongside PRH UK and Australia.

On May 1, 2025, poet and writer Canisia Lubrin won the Carol Shields Prize for Fiction for CODE NOIR (Knopf Canada). The Carol Shields Prize for Fiction is the first major English-language literary prize to celebrate creativity and excellence in fiction by women and non-binary writers in Canada and the United States, awarding $150,000 USD to its winner, and $12,500 USD to each of its four finalists.

On April 25, the Los Angeles Times announced the winners of the 45th annual Book Prizes in a ceremony at the University of Southern California's Bovard Auditorium. The Los Angeles Times Book Prizes recognize 13 categories of outstanding literary achievements, published in the previous year, and celebrate the highest quality of writing from authors at all stages of their careers. This year, Penguin Random House had 6 winners!

Have we got a magnificent bouquet of books for your weekend! Our picks for the season share more than flowers in their titles; they are also some of the most well-reviewed novels in our catalog. When all is read and done, what seemed like a spring fling may just turn into a lasting reading relationship!

Penguin Random House Expands Relationship With Disney to Publish Popular Stories
May 2, 2025

Penguin Random House LLC has signed new license agreements with Disney Publishing to publish beloved stories and create original content for fans of all ages. The agreements extend Disney’s existing relationship with PRH, which has had a licensed program with Disney for over two decades and has handled sales and distribution for Disney’s adult and children’s print books since 2023.

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler to Publish First New Gruffalo Picture Book in Over 20 Years
May 1, 2025

@Axel Scheffler 2025

Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers, announced today that Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, the internationally bestselling author/illustrator duo, will return to the world of their most successful and beloved character with a brand new as-yet-untitled Gruffalo story in September 2026. U.S. and Open Market rights for the third Gruffalo adventure were acquired by Jennifer Klonsky, President & Publisher, Dial Books for Young Readers from Macmillan’s Children’s Books UK.

Philip Pullman (Photo Credit: Sam Allard)

On Tuesday, April 29, Philip Pullman announced the long-awaited and highly anticipated conclusion to his bestselling The Book of Dust series (La Belle Sauvage, The Secret Commonwealth). The final volume, titled THE ROSE FIELD, will be published on October 23, 2025, in the U.S. by the Alfred A. Knopf imprint of Random House Children’s Books and in the UK by David Fickling Books in association with Penguin Random House UK. Chris Wormell will create the jacket and chapter opening illustrations and Michael Sheen will return to narrate the audiobook, which will release simultaneously.

2025 is in full swing for the Penguin Random House Speakers Bureau (PRHSB), and as we look at the first three months of the year, we have already sent 95 speakers to over 180 events in 39 states….and to Australia!

PRH Promotes Literary Freedom at No Book Bans on Broadway
April 28, 2025

On April 14, Penguin Random House was honored to collaborate with various publishers and organizations for the No Book Bans on Broadway event.

Last week, the 37^th Annual Publishing Triangle Awards, which honors the year’s best LGBTQ literature, was held at the New School in Manhattan. Two Penguin Random House authors were among the winners.

Friday Reads: Poetry for Young Readers
April 25, 2025

Let’s hear it for the poets! And you can be one, too! As we continue to celebrate National Poetry Month, our spotlight turns to poetry for kids and teens (and truly all ages!). Poetry – reading and writing it - is a wonderful mental health tool! And here are some beautiful books filled with joyful, imaginative, and cathartic verse in various forms:

PRH, The Authors Guild, and the EBMA File Amicus Brief in the Case of Mahmoud v. Taylor
April 23, 2025

Penguin Random House (PRH), The Authors Guild, and the Educational Book and Media Association (EBMA) have jointly submitted an amicus brief on April 9, 2025 to the United States Supreme Court in the case of Mahmoud v. Taylor. The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the case yesterday, April 22, 2025.

Did you know that April is Autism Acceptance Month? "Autism Acceptance Month celebrates and honors the experiences and identities of Autistic individuals. It emphasizes understanding, inclusion, and support, moving beyond awareness towards meaningful acceptance,” according to the Autism Society of America, whose motto this month is “#CelebrateDifferences.” At Penguin Random House we publish the following excellent books, for children and adults, that help readers do just that and see individuals, not diagnoses:

Spotlighting Our 2025 Lukas Prize Winners and Finalist
April 17, 2025

Columbia Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard announced the four winners and three finalists of the 2025 J. Anthony Lukas Prize Project Awards.

We Need Diverse Books (WNDB) and Penguin Random House (PRH) are excited to announce the two winners of the third cycle of the Revisions Workshop program. The Revisions Workshop is a joint initiative with PRH and WNDB that launched as part of the Black Creatives Fund (BCF) in early 2021 to support Black fiction writers.

VOW for Girls and Berkley Raise Funds to Send 300 Girls to School
April 11, 2025

Pictured (l to r): VOW founder Princess Mabel van Oranje, author Stacey Abrams, and VOW CEO Clay Dunn at The Ripped Bodice

This past February, Berkley joined the nonprofit VOW for Girls and the romance community to help end child marriage around the world. With the help of donors, including Penguin Random House, the Every Girls Deserves Happily Ever After campaign raised $53,000. That’s enough to send 300 girls to school for a full year, covering all expenses from school fees to supplies and transportation.

It’s time to share your love for libraries! National Library Week, an initiative of the American Library Association, runs from April 6^th-12^th. 2025’s Honorary Chairs Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud urge everyone to visit their library during National Library Week. Click here for ways to celebrate libraries and to watch their video message. This year's theme is “Drawn to the Library.” It's a time to celebrate everything that draws millions of visitors to libraries every day. Running with that theme, we’d like to draw your attention to some favorite books that feature libraries and librarians, below.

The UK’s Women’s Prize Trust announced the shortlist for the 2025 Women's Prize for Fiction, a literary award championing and amplifying women's voices. This year's shortlist has six novels, including several Penguin Random House titles, that explore the need for personal freedom and human connection.

Welcome to National Poetry Month! Inaugurated by the Academy of American Poets in 1996, National Poetry Month celebrates poetry and its place in American culture. April is rich with inspiration for poetry lovers – with poetry readings, workshops, and new books from debut and beloved poets alike. Whether you are well-versed or simply poetry-curious, we invite you to dip into the following classic and recently published volumes:

We’re thrilled to share that several Penguin Random House titles have been named finalists for the 37th Annual Publishing Triangle Awards — an event dedicated to honoring the best in LGBTQ+ literature. With ten competitive categories and over forty finalists announced, this year’s awards spotlight both emerging voices and established icons across the literary spectrum.

Publishers Send Letter to Congress Advocating for Libraries & IMLS Funding
April 3, 2025

Below please find a letter submitted to Congress today (April 3, 2025) by Penguin Random House, Hachette Book Group, Macmillan Publishers, Simon & Schuster and Sourcebooks advocating for libraries in response to the Executive Order signed on March 14 that calls for the dismantling of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).

The Jewish community is wonderfully diverse, with individuals coming from various backgrounds and experiences. Jewish people come from all over the world and reflect a beautiful array of cultures and traditions. To celebrate this rich diversity, we have curated a list of books for all readers by Jews of Color, highlighting the many unique stories and perspectives within the community.

On Tuesday, March 11^th, Penguin Random House partnered with Little Free Library (LFL) to celebrate a significant milestone: the installation of the 200,000th Little Free Library book-sharing box at Benjamin E. Mays IB World School, an elementary school in St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood. It marks the first of 200 Little Free Libraries being granted to Title I schools across the country stocked with 200 new books each from PRH—a total of more than 40,000 books.

Welcome Women’s History Month! On March 8^th we celebrate International Women’s Day. In 1977, the United Nations General Assembly invited member states to proclaim March 8 as the UN day for women’s rights and world peace. This year, the International Women’s Day theme is #AccelerateAction:

The March 2025 GMA YA Book Club Pick by Emily J. Taylor!

ABC’S Good Morning America announced today that THE OTHERWHERE POST by Emily J. Taylor (G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers) will be the March 2025 GMA YA Book Club Pick. This stunning standalone fantasy by the New York Times bestselling author of Hotel Magnifique combines dark academia and ancient magic in a deadly mystery that spans worlds about a teenage girl who must risk everything to uncover the truth about her father’s death. THE OTHERWHERE POST goes on sale February 25, 2025, and Taylor will appear on Good Morning America on March 21, 2025 to discuss the book.

Our 2 Winning PRH Titles at the 56th NAACP Image Awards
February 27, 2025

This past Saturday, February 22, 2025, at the 56th NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles, California, we cheered on our authors during a star-studded ceremony. The live broadcast of the NAACP Image Awards celebrates the outstanding achievements and performances of people of color across more than 80 competitive categories spanning film, television + streaming, music, literature, and podcasts.

This week we honor Black History Month with a special focus on outstanding books for young readers, including books on activists, artists, and pioneers. Please also visit Penguin Random House’s initiative, All Ways Black for books for all ages.

6 PRH Titles Shortlisted for the 2025 Lukas Prizes Announced by the Columbia Journalism School
February 20, 2025

On February 19, 2025, Columbia Journalism School and the Nieman Foundation for Journalism at Harvard University announced the 2025 shortlists for the J. Anthony Lukas Work-in-Progress Awards, the J. Anthony Lukas Book Prize and the Mark Lynton History Prize.

Skip Dye is an ALA Honorary Lifetime Member!

The American Library Association (ALA) is set to confer an honorary lifetime membership upon Skip Dye, SVP of Library Sales and Digital Strategy, for his longstanding support to America’s libraries and to intellectual freedom.

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