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John Green to Publish Nonfiction Title with New PYR Imprint, Crash Course Books

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John Green, the #1 internationally bestselling author, will publish a nonfiction title with Penguin Young Readers’ new imprint Crash Course Books. EVERYTHING IS TUBERCULOSIS: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection will release March 18, 2025, and will be the first book published by Crash Course Books, a new imprint of Penguin Young Readers inspired by the popular educational YouTube channel founded by Hank and John Green. Continue reading →

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Minnesota Opera to Adapt THE MANY DEATHS OF LAILA STARR

In the first-ever deal to create an operatic adaptation of a comic book or graphic novel, The Minnesota Opera, in collaboration with BOOM! Studios, announced today the development of an operatic adaptation of THE MANY DEATHS OF LAILA STARR, based on the acclaimed BOOM! Studios comic by writer Ram V, artist Filipe Andrade, colorist Inês Amaro, and letterer Andworld Design. Continue reading →

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Random House to Publish the Autobiography of Pope Francis

HOPE will the first memoir published by a sitting pontiff and will become a global publication on January 14, 2025.

Random House will publish HOPE, the autobiography of Pope Francis in the US. Italian publisher Mondadori made the announcement yesterday at the Frankfurt Book Fair and will manage world rights. Molly Turpin, Senior Editor, Random House, acquired world English rights to the book for Random House. Continue reading →

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There’s a Book for That: National Reading Group Month

October is National Reading Group Month! National Reading Group Month is an initiative of the Women’s National Book Association (WNBA). Founded in 1917, WNBA “promotes literacy, a love of reading, and women’s roles in the community of the book.” This is truly our forte! Please enjoy the following critically acclaimed and popular books (mystery, literary fiction, and memoir) about book clubs: Continue reading →

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2 Penguin Random House Authors Awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics

Our authors James Robinson ( L ) and Daron Acemoglu ( R ).

We are thrilled to announce that Daron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson, esteemed authors published by Crown Currency and Penguin Press, have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics, along with Simon Johnson. This prestigious accolade recognizes their groundbreaking research on the gaps of prosperity between nations and why poor rule of law and exploitative institutions do not generate sustainable growth. Their collaborative work has provided invaluable insights into the mechanisms that underpin economic success and failure, influencing both academic circles and public policy worldwide. Jakob Svensson, Chair of the Committee for the Prize in Economic Sciences, said, “Reducing the vast differences in income between countries is one of our time’s greatest challenges. The laureates have demonstrated the importance of societal institutions for achieving this.” Continue reading →

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3 of 5 Titles Shortlisted for the 2024 Giller Prize Are Penguin Random House Canada

Penguin Random House Canada is pleased to announce that we have three incredible titles on this year’s Giller Prize shortlist! The $100,000 award annually recognizes the best in Canadian fiction.

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There’s a Book for That: Latine & Hispanic Heritage Month, Kids Edition

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: Continue reading →

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Keeping Up With Week 3 of the Banned Wagon Tour

The Banned Wagon tour enjoyed by all in Southern Pines, NC!

The Banned Wagon is on the road for its second-annual tour! The Wagon is making nine stops in communities across the Midwest and the South impacted by book bans, spreading the word about the fight against book bans. Continue reading →

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Lisa Marie Presley & Riley Keough’s FROM HERE TO THE GREAT UNKNOWN is Oprah’s Book Club’s October Pick

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Oprah Winfrey has announced that her latest Oprah’s Book Club pick is FROM HERE TO THE GREAT UNKNOWN (Random House) by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough. The news was announced yesterday on CBS Mornings. A primetime television event, An Oprah Special: The Presleys – Elvis, Lisa Marie and Riley aired on CBS last night. In the special, Oprah visited Graceland to sit down with Riley Keough for her first in-depth interview since Lisa Marie Presley died unexpectedly in 2023. You can click here to watch the full segment. Continue reading →

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How Genni Eccles, Editorial Assistant, Berkley, Got Her Foot in the Door

Genni Eccles, Editorial Assistant, Berkley.

One year ago, Genni Eccles started in her dream job with Berkley as an editorial assistant. The story of how she got there is a wild trajectory involving the social media phenomenon Humans of New York, a highly creative and engaged Human Resources and Recruiting team, and years of curiosity, dedication, and hard work. Read on below to discover how a viral social media post and a perfectly timed introduction from Eboni Rafus-Brenning, Manager, Diversity Recruitment, Outreach and Partnerships, matched a lifelong romance aficionado with a career in romance publishing.

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