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Penguin Random House Partners With Little Free Library to Celebrate 200,000th Library Launch Milestone

Penguin Random House is collaborating with longtime partner Little Free Library® (LFL), the global nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding book access and building community, to celebrate the installation of their 200,000th Little Free Library book-sharing box. To mark this milestone, LFL is granting 200 Little Free Libraries to Title I elementary schools across the country. PRH is proud to support this worthy initiative to promote literacy and expand book access by donating 200 engaging and diverse children’s books for each of the 200 libraries—a total of 40,000 books. Continue reading →

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In Remembrance of Andrew Pyper

Rest In Peace: Andrew Pyper (Mason Coile) Credit: Andrew Pyper

Andrew Pyper, the acclaimed author of ten novels, including LOST GIRLS, THE DEMONOLOGIST, and most recently WILLIAM and the forthcoming EXILES (both written under the pseudonym Mason Coile), has passed away at the age of fifty-six due to complications from cancer. Continue reading →

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There’s a Book for That: Best of Art & Photography, 2024

Looking for gifts for the art and photography afficionado in your life? Reviewing the “Best of the Year” lists has revealed magnificent books from Penguin Random House imprints and client publishers. Many of the following books are works of art themselves, and for a range of artistic interests: Continue reading →

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How Do In-Person Events Tell the PRH Story? Ask Lindsey Elias, Direct of Brand Events, PRH

Lindsey and Freya, her year-and-half-old puppy.

In 2024, Penguin Random House attended three comic-cons nationwide, spent a weekend at Brooklyn’s Afropunk, clinked glasses at the California Wine Festival, and hit the road yet again with the Banned Book Wagon. Our brand events support Penguin Random House in telling our story and we are proud to amplify voices far and wide. Behind these events, you’ll often find Lindsey Elias, Director of Brand Events on the Communications team. Whether it’s coordinating book giveaways, handselling at shows, or staging an author-studded murder mystery, Lindsey is eager to create engaging, authentic moments that drive growth for Penguin Random House. Continue reading →

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December’s READ WITH JENNA Book Club Pick is a Must-Read for Poetry Lovers

Jenna Bush Hager announces her next Book Club Pick.

Jenna Bush Hager announced that her Read With Jenna Book Club Pick for December 2024 is DEVOTIONS (Penguin Press) from beloved Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning poet Mary Oliver. Continue reading →

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Friday Reads: Holiday Rom Coms!

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” as the song goes. If you’ve been getting cozy with your remote and watching Hallmark holiday romances then you should also be smitten with this season’s array of holiday rom coms! You’ll find they are a little less formulaic, too. Cue the gifts and stocking stuffers! Continue reading →

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Crown Publishing Group Acquires Compendium

Compendium Will Join the Publisher as a Part of Ten Speed Press, Retaining Distinct List and Editorial Independence.

The Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, has acquired Compendium, the publisher of a wide range of print products, from bestselling illustrated books to journals and notecards to its unique Thoughtfulls™ boxed notes. The acquisition was announced today by David Drake, President of the Crown Publishing Group, and Kobi Yamada, President & CEO, Compendium. Terms were not disclosed. Continue reading →

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NYTBR Unveils the 10 Best Books of 2024: A Whopping 8 Are PRH Titles!

Today, on Tuesday, December 3, the New York Times Book Review released their eagerly awaited “10 Best Books of 2024,” after publishing the “100 Notable Books of 2024” list last week. Of the five fiction titles selected, Penguin Random House snagged every spot. Continue reading →

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Our 47 NYTBR “100 Notable Books of 2024”

Every autumn, we look forward to the New York Times Book Review editors’ “100 Notable Books” list of standout fiction, poetry, and nonfiction titles. This year, we are proud to announce that nearly half of the selected titles are published by Penguin Random House. Of the 100 selected titles, 47 are published by our imprints. The entire list is online now and will be published in the December 1 print edition. Continue reading →

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Don’t Miss an Art Installation by INTO THE UNCUT GRASS Illustrator at McNally Jackson

The finished window installation at McNally Jackson.

Last week, Trevor Noah’s #1 New York Times bestseller INTO THE UNCUT GRASS (One World) was brought to life with a holiday art installation in the heart of New York City. The book’s illustrator, Sabina Hahn, created a gorgeous window display at McNally Jackson’s Rockefeller Center location, just steps from the world-famous Christmas tree and ice-skating rink in the plaza. The installation features characters from Noah’s charming story about a boy and his wise stuffed bear, along with copies of the book. The One World team also handed out free copies to lucky passersby. Continue reading →

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