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21 PRH Audio Titles Featured in Audible's Best Audiobooks of the 21st Century (So Far)
November 3, 2025

Audible recently launched a feature list, called the “Best Audiobooks of the 21st Century (So Far)”. To identify the prominent titles, Audible excluded recent audio adaptations of classics and older books, focusing solely on original works created in the 21st century. These selections had to stand out in the audio format, showcasing exceptional performances and state-of-the-art audio production. Of the 50 titles included in the list, a whopping 21 were Penguin Random House Audio titles! The full list can be found here. Listed chronologically by publication date, these listens include 25 fiction and 25 nonfiction titles that have significantly influenced the past quarter-century.

We're proud to spotlight our Penguin Random House colleagues who are being honored in Publishers Weekly's Annual Star Watch Program for their outstanding contributions to the publishing industry. This year, four of our colleagues are PW Star Watch honorees, including our very own Helen Rouner, who was selected as the PW Star Watch Superstar of 2025! All of the honorees were profiled in PW Star Watch 2025, and you can read their profiles here. Congratulations on your incredible work and achievements!

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.

Happy Halloween! Whether you are in costume, trick-or-treating, or on door duty, get in the spirit with this gathering of ghost stories for all ages. These storytellers sure know how to put the BOO in books!

Companhia das Letras Leads at Brazil’s 67th Prêmio Jabuti Awards With Eight Wins, Including “Book of the Year”
October 31, 2025

Recognized as Brazil’s most prestigious literary award, the Prêmio Jabuti announced the winners of its 67th edition, celebrating excellence in literature and publishing across the country. Organized by the Brazilian Book Chamber, the award aims to recognize books published in Brazil, written in Portuguese, by Brazilian authors.

Companhia das Letras emerged as the most awarded publishing house of the year, with eight prizes in total, recognizing seven works, including the coveted “Book of the Year” award. The top honor went to O ouvidor do Brasil: 99 vezes Tom Jobim by Ruy Castro, named “Book of the Year.”

A Newly Discovered and Never-Before-Seen Manuscript by Dr. Seuss To Be Published by Random House Children's Books
October 28, 2025

An original manuscript and cover sketch by Ted Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, was discovered in the archives of UC San Diego’s Geisel Library, and will be published by Random House Children’s Books, it was announced today by Judith Haut, EVP, Deputy Publisher, RHCB, and Susan Brandt, President and CEO, Dr. Seuss Enterprises (DSE). SING THE 50 UNITED STATES! will release this summer on June 2, 2026, with a first printing of 500,000 copies.

Continuing in the spirit of Halloween, we bring you this week’s spooky setting – the haunted house! From contemporary to classic tales, read these if you dare! ("I could have sworn I closed that window...")

Each year, the Great Group Reads (GGR) Committee—comprised of book lovers, writers, reviewers, librarians, and publishing professionals—evaluates a wide range of titles. They highlight books for their literary merit and ability to spark meaningful conversations among book clubs and reading groups. Great Group Reads is part of the National Reading Group Month initiative by the Women’s National Book Association. Since its inception in 2009, GGR has become a valued resource for reading groups, facilitators, educators, bookstores, and libraries to recommend books. Read the full list of Great Group Reads picks here, along with explanations for why each title was chosen!

The 2025 American Book Award winners, including eight Penguin Random House authors and our very own Erroll McDonald, Vice President & Executive Editor at Knopf, will be honored at the American Book Awards ceremony on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 2 p.m. PT, at the Maude Fife Room, Wheeler Hall, Room 315, on the UC Berkeley Campus in Berkeley, California. The event is open to the public.

Penguin Random House and United for Libraries Announce 2026 Grant Program for Rural and Small Libraries
October 21, 2025

Penguin Random House and United for Libraries have announced a 2026 grant program designed to uplift rural and small libraries across the country. This initiative will provide essential support through grant funds, in-kind book donations, and educational opportunities aimed at helping libraries in need strengthen their impact in their communities.

There's a Book for That: Witch Lit
October 17, 2025

“I know of witches who whistle at different pitches, calling things that don't have names.” ― Helen Oyeyemi, White Is for Witching Something witchy this way comes! October’s the month to be spellbound by the supernatural and we’ve got bewitching books to fit the mood in fiction and nonfiction for all ages:

Launching alongside the highly anticipated book, "The Look".

Higher Ground, the media company founded by President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, today announced a special six-part limited companion series to its hit podcast IMO with Michelle Obama & Craig Robinson. The new series is an extension of the former First Lady’s forthcoming book, THE LOOK, from Crown Publishing Group, on sale November 4, 2025.

On Saturday, October 11, Penguin Random House celebrated the second annual Eleanor Roosevelt Banned Book Awards, which took place at the historic Bardavon 1869 Opera House in Poughkeepsie, NY.

Our Upcoming Author Events | October 13-19, 2025
October 13, 2025

The Society of Illustrators Original Art Show Accepts 30 of Penguin Young Reader's Entries
October 13, 2025

Penguin Young Readers has 30 accepted entries into the Society of Illustrators Original Art Show 2025, and this year, Angie Kang won the Dilys Evans Founder’s Award for OUR LAKE!

Celebrate the right to read! We are in the midst of Banned Books Week (October 5 – 11, 2025) which promotes the freedom to read and opposes censorship. The American Library Association’s theme for Banned Books Week 2025 is “Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights” which alludes to George Orwell’s prescient novel, 1984.

Nobel Prize in Literature 2025 winner is László Krasznahorkai.

We congratulate Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai, recipient of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, and the latest among more than 80 Penguin Random House authors to receive this literary honor. The Swedish Academy recognized him “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.”

Penguin Random House hosts the Save Our Stories Supper during Banned Books Week.

On Monday night, Penguin Random House hosted a powerful and urgent gathering at Washington, D.C.'s Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library: the Save Our Stories Supper.

Penguin Random House Partners With Reading Is Fundamental to Launch Fifth Annual Nationwide “Rally to Read 100” Campaign
October 9, 2025

Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the nation’s leading children’s literacy nonprofit, has launched its fifth-annual Rally to Read 100, a six-month reading engagement campaign running from October 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026. This year’s program is especially meaningful as it kicks off the countdown to RIF’s 60th anniversary in 2026.

New PRHCPG Imprint: Align Insight Bridges Faith and Mainstream Publishing
October 7, 2025

Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group announces the launch of its newest imprint, Align Insight, the first new imprint introduced under the Penguin Random House Christian division. The debut signals Penguin Random House Christian’s confidence in the growing demand for values-oriented publishing that bridges Christian perspectives with mainstream audiences.

Today, the National Book Foundation, a nonprofit organization, announced the finalists 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 five Penguin Random House titles and one PRHPS title were selected as National Book Awards finalists! .

Berkley XO Acquires REAP & SOW by Debut Author Charlotte B. Plumb
October 6, 2025

Berkley XO, an imprint of Penguin Random House U.S., has acquired Reap & Sow by debut novelist Charlotte B. Plumb, a steamy, slow-burn romantasy full of illicit pacts and dark magic about a young woman who bargains with a demon to save her brothers only to lose her heart. Reap & Sow was one of this year’s most sought-after manuscripts, generating multiple offers around the world, with Penguin Random House winning publication rights in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Spain, Latin America, and Brazil.

Reading Rainbow Returns After 20 Years With Penguin Random House Author Mychal Threets as Host
October 3, 2025

After a nearly 20-year absence, Reading Rainbow will return with a new series on the YouTube channel KidZuko, hosted by Mychal Threets, Penguin Random House author and Mychal the Librarian on TikTok. Returning this October, the show will continue the premise of the original PBS series, which was hosted by LeVar Burton from the 1980s to the early 2000s. Mychal Threets releases his debut book, I'M SO HAPPY YOU'RE HERE (Random House Books for Young Readers), on February 3 2026.

Ooh la la! It’s Paris Fashion Week (September 29-October 17), and our social media is full of runway coverage and reels of The Eiffel Tower sparkling at night in the City of Light! If you can’t be there, we say oui! to the vicarious pleasure of picturing yourself in Paris with these beautiful books!

The Dayton Literary Peace Prize is the first and only annual U.S. literary award recognizing the power of the written word to promote peace. Prize nominations include adult fiction and nonfiction books published within the past year that have led readers to a better understanding of other cultures, peoples, religions, and political points of view. The fiction and nonfiction winners receive a $10,000 cash prize, and the runner-ups each receive a $5,000 cash prize.

As we continue to celebrate Latine & Hispanic Heritage Month visit I Am La Cultura and join us in honoring Latine and Hispanic authors, creators, illustrators, and trailblazers. This week we recommend the following acclaimed books for young readers:

Publishing Profiles: Meet Katie Fehrenbaker, Penguin Workshop Publishing Associate
September 23, 2025

Katie Fehrenbaker, publishing associate at Penguin Workshop

Earlier this summer, we shared what it looks like to work as a publicity assistant at Penguin Random House. To shed some light on another important aspect of our business, we chatted with Katie Fehrenbaker, publishing associate at Penguin Workshop!

There's a Book for That: Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month
September 19, 2025

Welcome Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month which runs from September 15th through October 15th, during which time we honor the contributions of Latine and Hispanic Americans to the United States and celebrate their heritage and culture. Enjoy the following array of new and acclaimed nonfiction – biography, memoir, cooking, travel, history, and poetry – to mark the occasion.

Tarcher announces the release of SECURE, the long-awaited new book from Dr. Amir Levine.

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming global release of SECURE, the long-awaited new book from Dr. Amir Levine, his first in fifteen years since coauthoring the groundbreaking multimillion-copy bestseller ATTACHED: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find – and Keep – Love.

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

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.

Crown to Publish Senator Bernie Sanders’ FIGHT OLIGARCHY
September 5, 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:

The 2025 Hugo Awards: THE TAINTED CUP Wins Best Novel
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…

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.

Our Upcoming Author Events
August 11, 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.

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, 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.

Our 2025 Lambda Literary Award Finalists
July 31, 2025

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.

There's a Book for That: National Parks Month
July 24, 2025

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.

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.

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.

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.

Penguin Random House Sponsors Essence Fest Featuring Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and More
June 26, 2025

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.

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.

Sourcebooks Is Only Book Publisher Named to Inc.'s 2025 Best Workplaces List
June 23, 2025

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.

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.

Companhia das Letras Recognized in Folha De S. Paulo’s Best Brazilian Books of the 21st Century
June 9, 2025

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.

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.

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.

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

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Jason Reynolds with PRH Audio Producers of SOUNDTRACK

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