"I was one of the more than 112,000 Korean children who were adopted..." an Essay from Ty Nowicki

January 12, 2024

This contribution was written by Ty Nowicki, Director Ad / Creative Operations, Crown Publishing Group. He's worked on exciting projects such as Matthew McConaughey's GREENLIGHTS, Michelle Obama's BECOMING, and Prince Harry's SPARE. 

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There's a Book for That: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 11, 2024

On Monday, January 15, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. As ever, MLK Day celebrates the life of a man who brought hope and healing to America. It’s a time to commemorate the timeless values Dr. King exemplified – courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and service – as well as the forgiveness and nonviolence that empowered his leadership. It’s especially important for the young to learn about Dr. King’s character and contributions and the power of words. We recommend the books herein for education and inspiration for all ages.

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Editing a Thriller You Can't Put Down: a Conversation with Pamela Dorman, SVP & Publisher of Pamela Dorman Books

January 9, 2024

Ashley Elston's FIRST LIE WINS is Reese's Book Club Pick for January 2024, and what a thrilling ride it is. We spoke with Pamela Dorman, SVP & Publisher of Pamela Dorman Books and editor behind the debut thriller, to discover more about the genre and what makes FIRST LIE WINS a compelling read. What elements make for a compelling thriller? What are some of Pamela Dorman's thrillers of all time? What should an aspiring editor keep in mind? Discover this and more below.

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The Healing Power of Reading: Children & Old Dogs Unite

January 8, 2024

This piece was written by Larry Downs, Director & Publisher, Origen.  In a heartwarming sanctuary called Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary, a remarkable bond is being forged between children and a group of special, older canine residents. This sanctuary, where the twilight years of a dog’s life are embraced with love and compassion, has become a place where children come to read to the dogs, and in the process, discover the transformative power of storytelling. 

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There's a Book for That: New Year, New You!

January 5, 2024

Welcome 2024 and with it our hopes and intentions for health and happiness. To support your New Year, New You goals, we offer 10 bestselling titles in the categories of motivation, health, and self-help:

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Penguin Random House Acquires Independent Publisher & Self-Help Space Leader Hay House

December 12, 2023

Penguin Random House has acquired independent book publisher Hay House, a leader in the self-help, health and wellness space. The acquisition was announced today by Nihar Malaviya, CEO, Penguin Random House, and Reid Tracy, CEO, Hay House. Terms were not disclosed. Currently a client of Penguin Random House Publisher Services (PRHPS), Hay House will now be able to further leverage the resources and gold-standard capabilities of the world’s largest trade book publisher to reach even more audiences and further elevate its authors. As part of Penguin Random House, Hay House will retain its editorial and publishing independence, and Tracy will continue to run Hay House as its CEO post-closing. No changes are planned for its Carlsbad, CA, New York, and London offices, or its management and employees.

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NY Times: PRH 2023 “Best” Illustrated Children’s & Children’s Books

December 11, 2023

The New York Times Book Review’s selections of the “best” among the year’s children’s books is as coveted an honor its counterpart adult recognitions. The TBR publishes their former choices in two separate presentations.

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WaterBrook’s Mitali Perkins Wins 2024 Christianity Today Book Award 

December 7, 2023

WaterBrook is extremely proud to announce that the picture book HOLY NIGHT AND LITTLE STAR by Mitali Perkins has been awarded the 2024 Christianity Today Book Award in the Children’s Category. Acquired and edited by Sarah Rubio, HOLY NIGHT AND LITTLE STAR was announced as the winner by children’s author and cocreator of the Otter B series, Pamela Kennedy, who praised it as an “original Christmas story” that “reads almost like a lullaby.”  

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There's a Book for That: Cozies!

December 6, 2023

Whether you are in chilly or warmer climes this season, cozy mysteries can be the perfect escape and gift. Sleuth in comfort with a hot drink and a favorite blanket as you foray into a delightful array of settings and meet intriguing characters. Some are first in a series, some holiday-themed, and all are written to charm!

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Penguin Random House & the Iowa State Education Association File Lawsuit Against the State of Iowa’s SF 496

November 30, 2023

Lawsuit Marks Historic Challenge to Protect the American Right to Disseminate, Receive, and Read Constitutionally Protected Books. Plaintiffs Include Iowa State Education Association, an Iowa High School Student, Two Middle School Teachers, a K–12 District Librarian, and Four Bestselling and Critically Acclaimed Authors—Laurie Halse Anderson, John Green, Malinda Lo, and Jodi Picoult.

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There's a Book for That: Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month

November 29, 2023

We didn’t want to let the month of November close out without recognizing National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. From The White House Proclamation on October 31, 2023: “Over six million Americans live with Alzheimer’s disease, a form of dementia that deprives people of their precious memories, thoughts, and identity.  During National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, we honor the extraordinary courage, strength, and resilience of people facing this devastating disease.  We recognize the support of families and caregivers who stand by their loved one’s side and help them age with dignity.  We resolve to continue advancing scientific research and treatment options to ensure a brighter future for all Americans facing Alzheimer’s.” The following are new and acclaimed titles that offer support and education:   REMEMBER: THE SCIENCE OF MEMORY AND THE ART OF FORGETTING by Lisa Genova Now in paperback, the New York Times bestseller that explores the intricacies of how we remember, why we forget, and what we can do to protect our memories, from the Harvard-trained neuroscientist and bestselling author of Still Alice.     THE DAY AFTER YESTERDAY: RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF DEMENTIA by Joe Wallace Resilience in the Face of Dementia is a deft combination of narrative and portraiture that breaks the taboo around dementia, replacing the fear and futility with empathy and nuance. A graphic designer, a writer, a public servant, a retired PhD, a 29-year-old with early-onset Alzheimer’s. These are just some of the 50 million people living with dementia who share their deeply personal stories with Joe Wallace in The Day after Yesterday, a powerful collection of portraits and personal stories that humanizes the millions of people living with the disease. Each story in this poignant volume offers a unique and powerful lesson—not just about how to live with a terminal illness, but how to do so with resilience and dignity.   A MILE AT A TIME: A FATHER AND SON'S INSPIRING ALZHEIMER'S JOURNEY OF LOVE, ADVENTURE, AND HOPE by Mark "Mace" Macy, Travis Macy, Patrick Regan An inspiring memoir about a father and son entering World's Toughest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji despite one of them battling Alzheimer’s. This timely, and deeply moving father-son adventure sheds light on the hard truths of this disease while giving readers hope of all that still can be achieved.   IN LOVE: A MEMOIR OF LOVE AND LOSS by Amy Bloom In Love is an unforgettable portrait of one couple’s determination to support each other in their last journey together. Amy Bloom and her husband Brian’s world was changed forever when an MRI confirmed the truth they could no longer ignore. Bloom reflects back on the loving marriage they shared, and then the sudden cascade of things going wrong… Finally confronted with the diagnosis and the daily frustrations and realities of Alzheimer’s, Brian became determined to die on his feet, not live on his knees. Together they find their difficult way to Dignitas, an organization based in Switzerland that empowers a person to end their own life with dignity and peace.   LIFE'S WORK: A MEMOIR by David Milch The creator of Deadwood and NYPD Blue reflects on his tumultuous life, driven by a nearly insatiable creative energy and a matching penchant for self-destruction. Life's Work is a profound memoir from a brilliant mind taking stock as Alzheimer’s loosens his hold on his own past.     THE END OF ALZHEIMER'S PROGRAM: THE FIRST PROTOCOL TO ENHANCE COGNITION AND REVERSE DECLINE AT ANY AGE by Dale Bredesen, David Perlmutter In The End of Alzheimer's Dale Bredesen laid out the science behind his revolutionary new program that is the first to both prevent and reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. Now he lays out the detailed program he uses with his own patients. Accessible and detailed, it can be tailored to anyone's needs and will enhance cognitive ability at any age. With inspiring stories from patients who have reversed cognitive decline and are now thriving, this book shifts the treatment paradigm and offers a new and effective way to enhance cognition as well as unprecedented hope to sufferers of this now no longer deadly disease. Also available in a spanish edition here.   THE SOUL OF CARE: THE MORAL EDUCATION OF A HUSBAND AND A DOCTOR by Arthur Kleinman When Dr. Arthur Kleinman, an eminent Harvard psychiatrist and social anthropologist, began caring for his wife, Joan, after she was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, he found just how far the act of caregiving extended beyond the boundaries of medicine. In The Soul of Care: The Moral Education of a Husband and a Doctor, Kleinman delivers a deeply human and inspiring story of his life in medicine and his marriage to Joan, and he describes the practical, emotional and moral aspects of caretaking. He also writes about the problems our society faces as medical technology advances and the cost of health care soars but caring for patients no longer seems important.   THE FIRST SURVIVORS OF ALZHEIMER'S: HOW PATIENTS RECOVERED LIFE AND HOPE IN THEIR OWN WORDS by Dale Bredesen First person stories of patients who recovered from Alzheimer's Disease--and how they did it. Dr. Bredesen's patients have not just survived; they have thrived to rediscover fulfilling lives, rewarding relationships, and meaningful work. This book will give unprecedented hope to patients and their families.   FOR YOUNGER READERS   REMIND ME by Linda Shute This poignant story about a young elephant and his grandma is an eloquent account of the all too familiar tragedy of memory loss, and the love of family that never leaves. It can be especially hard for children to process the grief of watching their grandparents forget themselves when suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. Linda Shute’s Remind Me approaches the issue with humanity and compassion, celebrating the lasting love that brings families together. Her art has a soft, gentle tone and depicts an idyllic jungle setting inhabited by a charming elephant duo.   For more on these and related titles visit the collection, Alzheimer’s Month Titles

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Thrilling! 7 NYTBR “10 Best of 2023” Our Publications

November 28, 2023

And then were ten. The New York Times Book Review presents its “10 Best Books of 2023.” 7 of them are ours, drawn from its 42 PRH “Notables” announced previously.   The “10 Best” list, online now, will be published in Book Review’s December 10 issue. We are honored by our authors’ honors.

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42 PRH NYTBR “100 Notable Books of 2023”

November 27, 2023

Of all the many major literary and cultural recognitions our authors’ and imprints’ books receive, none is as encompassing and as resonant as the New York Times Book Review editors’ annual picks of the year’s most “Notable” 100 titles. Here are their 2023 selections: 16 Penguin Random House Fiction and Poetry and 26 Nonfiction and Memoirs. So deserved. The entire list is online now, and will be published in the December 3 print edition. Next up, the 2023 “10 Best” list.

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There's a Book for That: Thanksgiving

November 20, 2023

"Wear gratitude like a cloak, and it will feed every corner of your life." - Rumi This week we celebrate Thanksgiving. It’s a wonderful time for new and old traditions with family and friends, and certainly a time for reflection and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving to one and all, and thank you for reading! Please enjoy these books for all ages:

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George Smiley, John le Carré’s Signature Creation,To Return

November 17, 2023

Penguin Random House has revealed that a new novel starring George Smiley will be published globally in Fall 2024. The novel will be authored by John le Carré’s son, Nick Harkaway, an award-winning novelist and author of titles including Gnomon and Tigerman. The novel will be published by Viking, in the US, UK, and Canada and international language editions are currently being negotiated. 

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