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Spotify’s Best Audiobooks of the Year (So Far) Includes 20 PRH Hits

We’re thrilled to share that 20 Penguin Random House audiobooks have been named to Spotify’s Best Audiobooks of 2026 (So Far) list. As we reach the halfway point of the year, Spotify’s editors have highlighted the audiobooks that stood out most during months of listening across genres.

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#1 NYT Bestselling Author John Green Announces the Cover of HOLLYWOOD, ENDING, His Debut Adult Fiction Novel

John Green, #1 internationally bestselling and award-winning author, recently revealed the cover for HOLLYWOOD, ENDING (Dutton Books; on sale September 22, 2026), his highly-anticipated first new novel in nine years and his adult fiction debut. The cover was created by Cassie Vu, Senior Designer.

“Cassie Vu has created a beautiful cover that reflects so much about the themes of this book. Most of all, I wanted to write about love and how we fall into love despite all our fears and challenges, and I’m so grateful to Cassie for lending her genius to HOLLYWOOD, ENDING,” John Green told USA Today.

The cover was revealed by USA Today and announced as a collaborative Instagram post between John Green and USA Today, as well as a video on the Vlogbrothers Youtube Channel.

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There’s a Book for That: Juneteenth

“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 Friday, 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 Friday in observance of the holiday, publishes the following excellent books for adults and young readers that honor the occasion: Continue reading →

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Spotlighting Our 2026 Lambda Literary Award Winners

For more than 30 years, the Lambda Literary Awards, affectionately known as the Lammys, have recognized the profound impact LGBTQ+ authors have made on literature and culture. We’re thrilled to celebrate the Penguin Random House authors and books that were selected as winners at the 2026 Lambda Literary Awards. View the full list here.

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Our Titles Featured in Barnes & Noble’s Best Books of the Year (So Far)

As we’re approaching the halfway point of 2026, Barnes & Noble released their roundup of the Best Books of the Year (So Far). Rather than ranking the selections, the list highlights 38 books across genres, each chosen by Barnes & Noble booksellers from stores across the country. Every featured title is accompanied by a personal recommendation from booksellers, offering a glimpse into what made the book deserving of this recognition.

We’re thrilled to share that 14 Penguin Random House titles were selected for this year’s list. Congratulations to our talented authors and teams who brought these standout books to life. With so many incredible titles already making their mark this year, we’re excited to see what’s to come in the second half of 2026!

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Virginia Evans, Author of THE CORRESPONDENT, Wins Women’s Prize for Fiction

Virginia Evans receiving the Women’s Prize for Fiction Award (PA)

Announced live from Bedford Square Gardens in London, England, Virginia Evans’ THE CORRESPONDENT (Crown) is the winner of the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction.

Deemed as “the greatest celebration of female creativity in the world”, the annual prize honors the best full-length novel written in English and published in the United Kingdom during the preceding year.

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Our Upcoming Author Events | June 15-21, 2026

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.

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Texas Monthly and Penguin Random House Launch Texas Monthly Press, a New Book-Publishing Venture

Texas Monthly and Penguin Random House have joined forces to relaunch Texas Monthly Press as the book-publishing imprint of the celebrated, award-winning media company that has defined Texas for millions of readers for 53 years. The new venture will publish books across genres and formats that capture the spirit and stories of Texas, combining Texas Monthly’s rich storytelling legacy and intimate knowledge of the state with Penguin Random House’s publishing excellence and national reach.

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There’s a Book for That: Conversation Starters

The phrase, “you’d have to be sleeping under a rock” comes to mind when we think about the popularity of the following books that are meeting the cultural moment, to use a cliché, sometimes in a polarizing way. Oh, to be a fly on the wall of many a book club reading them. Join the conversation via their hot topics! Continue reading →

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Meet the 2026 NYU Center for Publishing Penguin Random House Scholarship Recipients

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 New York University Center for Publishing Penguin Random House Scholarship: Kyle Irish-Hall, Isabella Morgado, and Alondra Salcedo Ponce.

As scholarship recipients, they will participate in NYU’s 2026 Summer Publishing Institute (SPI), a four-week, in-person program taking place from June 1–26, 2026. Designed for students interested in careers in publishing and media, SPI offers an immersive introduction to the industry through hands-on learning and professional development opportunities.

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