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Featured Author Event: Richard Russo (NYC)

Attention New York City colleagues: celebrated Knopf author Richard Russo will be appearing at the Strand Bookstore in Manhattan on Thursday, August 8, to discuss his new novel CHANCES ARE …. This free event begins at 7:00 pm. Continue reading →

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There’s a Book for That: Marshlands

Have you read or listened to WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING yet? The phenomenal bestseller has struck a chord and many fans are citing the beautiful natural descriptions as one reason this coming-of-age mystery set on the coastline of North Carolina is so appealing. Author Delia Owens is a biologist who was awarded the John Burroughs Award for Nature Writing. Marshes make evocative settings in many other Penguin Random House titles and we’ve gathered some of the best: Continue reading →

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Toni Morrison dies at 88

We are profoundly sad to report that Toni Morrison has died at the age of eighty-eight. She died last night at Montefiore Medical Center in New York.

The Bluest Eye, Morrison’s first novel, was published by Holt, Rinehart and Winston in 1970. Morrison followed with Sula in 1973, and nine subsequent novels, all of them published with Alfred A. Knopf. Continue reading →

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Featured Author Event: Robert Crais (Pasadena, CA)

Colleagues in the vicinity of Pasadena, California are invited to attend a free event on Wednesday, August 7, at Vroman’s Bookstore, where #1 New York Times bestselling author Robert Crais will be discussing his new crime novel A DANGEROUS MAN (G.P. Putnam’s Sons). There will be a reading, Q&A, and book signing in addition to his talk, which begins at 7:00 pm. Continue reading →

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Friday Reads: Friendship

“Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” — Oprah Winfrey

With the proliferation of social media “friendship” has taken on broader meaning. Still, we all know what a good friend is and Sunday, August 4^th is World Friendship Day – as proclaimed by U.S. Congress in 1935. So hug a friend! Research shows that friendship and longevity are linked. To honor the bond, here are some special books – for adults and children – perfect for sharing with your friends… Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: Russell Perreault

Vintage Anchor Vice President, Executive Director of Publicity and Social Media has died.

Russell Perreault passed away at his Connecticut home on Saturday, July 27. He was fifty-two years old. Continue reading →

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Elda Rotor Promotes and Presents Penguin Classics in the Philippines

The dynamic international reach of Penguin Classics was on full display when Elda Rotor, Vice President, Publisher, Penguin Classics, presented all aspects of the brand and its books at a two-day series of events in the Philippines. She worked closely with Penguin Random House International sales reps Honey De Peralta and Jenny Javier, who helped shape a wonderfully diverse schedule of events and media interviews, including an article, “Philippine Titles Now Penguin Classics,” by Neni Sta. Romana-Cruz of the Philippine Daily Inquirer. Continue reading →

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DK Eyewitness Travel Designers Unveil “Our Love Letter to Japan”

Traveling to Japan? Interested in the culture? BE MORE JAPAN: The Art of Japanese Living, published on July 30 by DK Eyewitness Travel, is a celebration of all things Japanese – from the country’s time-honored ancient traditions to its unique and influential modern culture. Blending both travel information and cultural insights into a single book, BE MORE JAPAN helps readers understand and experience the best of Japan, both at home and abroad. Continue reading →

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There’s a Book for That: Girls of Summer

As July closes, we are taking stock of trending fiction and the girls have it! Pick up one of these new and popular books whose titles have “girls” in common and be prepared to be provoked, moved and entertained to the hilt! Continue reading →

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Featured Author Event: Lauren Gershell (East Hampton, Long Island)

Colleagues spending time in the Hamptons are invited to meet Lauren Gershell, co-author of THAT’S WHAT FRENEMIES ARE FOR (Ballantine). Gershell will be in conversation with Libby Owens and Eva Haber Fisher about Women’s Friendships at Book Hampton in East Hampton, NY on Wednesday, July 31. This free event begins at 5:00 p.m. Continue reading →

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