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Why Ballantine & Jodi Picoult Partnered With Unite Against Book Bans

**Jodi Picoult with Tyler Hahn. Photo credit: Andrew Dobin | GH Prime Media

Ballantine author Jodi Picoult is a fierce advocate for the freedom to read and has long spoken out against book bans through viral op-eds (“What Florida Doesn’t Want You to Know About Its Book Bans”—The Daily Beast) and national media such as Good Morning America. Continue reading →

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Jeff Kenyon Talks to Us About Designing the “Save Your Stories” PW Cover

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In honor of Banned Books Week, we are excited to present a special Q&A with Jeff Kenyon, Senior Director, Art/Design, Sales Promotion, the talented designer behind the striking cover of Publishers Weekly magazine’s “Save Our Stories” issue, which is dedicated to Banned Books Week. In this insightful interview, Jeff delves into his design inspiration and shares his thoughts on the importance of fighting book banning in our society. His creative vision not only brings attention to the critical issue of censorship but also celebrates the power of stories to challenge, inspire, and transform. Join us as we explore Jeff’s artistic journey and his passionate perspective on the significance of protecting our literary freedoms.

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There’s a Book For That: Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month

Welcome Hispanic & Latine Heritage Month which runs from September 15 through October 15, 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 titles – biography, memoir, cooking, fiction, history, and poetry – to mark the occasion. Continue reading →

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Our 5 Booker ‘24 PRH Shortlisters

Five of the six titles announced September 16 for the 2024 shortlist of the internationally prestigious U.K. Booker Prize literary fiction award are published by PRH imprints in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., two of them here Stateside.
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Our PRH Author Events | 9.16.24

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Happy Monday! Be sure to check out Penguin Random House Author Events and discover authors from across all our divisions as they tour the country. Continue reading →

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Akbar, Everett, July Among Our 19 NBA ‘24 Semi-Finalists

Here, in review, are the Penguin Random House titles chosen by the respective groups of judges in each of the five 2024 National Book Award categories; Fiction, its final serial reveal, was announced on September 13. Continue reading →

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Watch: In Conversation With PRH Authors David Grann & Ben Macintyre

We’re thrilled to share this fantastic conversation with master storytellers Ben Macintyre (Crown) and David Grann (Knopf Doubleday), two of the most celebrated authors in the realm of narrative nonfiction. Ben Macintyre, known for his gripping historical accounts like newly-release THE SIEGE, brings history to life with unparalleled depth and intrigue. David Grann, the acclaimed author of THE WAGER, captivates readers with his meticulous research and compelling storytelling. Kevin Doughten, VP & Executive Editor, Crown, says, “It’s a rare thrill and a delight to have these two masters of narrative nonfiction give us a behind-the-page look at how their brilliant work comes together.”

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There’s a Book for That: Yoga & Mindfulness

Can we hear a collective “namaste” for National Yoga Month? September was designated as National Yoga Month through the Department of Health and Human Services in 2008. Yoga is an ancient practice which studies show does everything from fighting anxiety and depression, to reducing inflammation in the body. Since September 12^th is also National Mindfulness Day, we present the following yoga and mindfulness titles for your health and relaxation: Continue reading →

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What Our PRH Employee Ambassadors Are Reading This Fall

Earlier this year, the Consumer Marketing and Corporate Communications teams were excited to announce that the PRH Employee Ambassador Program is back and better than ever! Our goal for this program is to highlight the voices and creativity of our talented employees, while also offering “behind-the-scenes” content to our readers. Ambassadors gain visibility on the @penguinrandomhouse channels, helping their accounts grow and connecting them with colleagues across the company. Continue reading →

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Elizabeth Strout’s TELL ME EVERYTHING is Oprah’s Book Club’s September Pick

Oprah Announces 107th Book Club Pick, Oprah Daily/Eli Schmidt.

Oprah Winfrey has announced that her latest Oprah’s Book Club pick is TELL ME EVERYTHING (Random House) by Pulitzer Prize-winner and #1 New York Times-bestseller Elizabeth Strout. The news was announced yesterday on CBS Mornings. Click here to watch the full segment. This is the second book by Strout to be selected for Oprah’s Book Club; her novel OLIVE, AGAIN was chosen in 2019. Continue reading →

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