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Heather McGhee’s THE SUM OF US Named 2021 Porchlight Business Book of the Year

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THE SUM OF US: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee (One World) was named the 2021 Porchlight Business Book of the Year (formerly the 800-CEO-READ award), at a ceremony presented virtually on Thursday, January 13, from the company’s headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Continue reading →

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Friday Reads: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

On Monday, January 17, we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who was born on January 15, 1929 in Atlanta, Georgia. This year, the family of Martin Luther King Jr. will continue his legacy by leading the Voting Rights March in Washington (WSJ)

As ever, MLK Day celebrates the life of a man who brought hope and healing to America. It’s a time to commemorate the timeless values Dr. King exemplified – courage, truth, justice, compassion, dignity, humility and service – as well as the forgiveness and nonviolence that empowered his leadership. It’s especially important for the young to learn about Dr. King’s character and contributions and the power of words. We recommend the books herein for education and inspiration for all ages.

Visit The King Center’s site here for more information. Continue reading →

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There’s a Book for That: Parenting

“Parenting is no sport for perfectionists.”

—Andrew Solomon

Parenting during the pandemic has had its challenges, to say the least. Parents of school-age children have been called upon to homeschool at times, often while juggling their own jobs. And then there’s navigating the fears, anxiety and unknowns while coping with a wide range of loss. Parents do not have the answers yet try to be reassuring while still imposing restrictions to keep their children safe. It hasn’t been easy! Whether you’ve had a pandemic baby, are teaching-on-demand, or are saying no to teen parties, check out these parenting books for support: Continue reading →

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PRH and CLMP Announce the Winner of the Inaugural $10,000 Constellation Award

Penguin Random House and The Community of Literary Magazines and Presses are thrilled to announce that Nomadic Press based in Oakland, California, and Brooklyn, New York, is the winner of the inaugural $10,000 Constellation Award. Three finalists were also selected: FlowerSong Press in McAllen, Texas; BLF Press in Bloomington, Indiana; and La Impresora in Isabela, Puerto Rico. Continue reading →

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Our Golden Globe Winners: Actor/Author Will Smith + Screen Adaptations of Whitehead’s THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD and Murakami’s “Drive My Car”

The 79th annual Golden Globe Awards were announced online last night, with the winners including actor/PRH author Will Smith and screen adaptations of two works published by Penguin Random House. Continue reading →

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Watch the Trailer: HBO WINNING TIME Adaptation of Jeff Pearlman Book About the ’80s L.A. Lakers

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Jeff Pearlman’s SHOWTIME: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s, a New York Times bestseller published by Avery in 2014, has been adapted into an HBO series called Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, scheduled to debut in March. The series cast includes John C. Reilly, Jason Clarke, Adrien Brody, Quincy Isaiah, Sally Field, and Jason Segel, among many others. Continue reading →

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Remembering Peter Bogdanovich: Acclaimed Hollywood Director, Knopf/Ballantine Author

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Peter Bogdanovich, award-winning Hollywood director and author of books for Knopf and Ballantine, died on Thursday, January 6, at his home in Los Angeles. He was 82. Continue reading →

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Humanitarian, Spiritual Leader, and Avery Author Archbishop Desmond Tutu Dies at 90

The world lost a spiritual giant on Sunday, December 26, when Archbishop Desmond Tutu, co-author of The Book of Joy, published by Avery in 2016, died at the age of 90 in Cape Town, South Africa. Archbishop Tutu was a leader in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa, a humanitarian and human rights activist, and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. His work advocating for non-violent solutions to injustice and poverty changed the world. Continue reading →

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Friday Reads: Joan Didion Revisited

“Character – the willingness to accept responsibility for one’s own life – is the source from which self-respect springs.”

—Joan Didion, “On Self-Respect”

As we mourn Joan Didion’s recent passing, what she meant to her fans is a resounding chorus of praise and respect. As a journalist, essayist, novelist and memoirist she’s a writer’s writer, a Californian’s writer, a New Yorker’s writer, and finally a reader’s writer: Consider her keen observations and lack of sentimentality, whether addressing social movements or personal grief, in the following books by Joan Didion, national treasure. Continue reading →

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Remembering Betty White: Iconic Actress, Putnam/Berkley Author

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Betty White, award-winning actress, animal advocate, and bestselling Putnam/Berkley author, died on December 31, 2021 at the age of 99. Her passing sparked an immediate outpouring of personal tributes. On Instagram, former First Lady Michelle Obama shared a photo of Betty with former “first dog” Bo and the following message: “Betty White broke barriers, defied expectations, served her country, and pushed us all to laugh. She was also an animal lover and activist, and Bo loved spending time with her. There was no one quite like her, and Barack and I join so many who will miss the joy she brought to the world. I know our Bo is looking forward to seeing her up in heaven.” Continue reading →

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