Turn the Page: 15 Editors' Picks for Fall/Winter 2020
By LJ Editors

In a year when the ground is constantly shifting beneath our feet, one thing remains steady—our excitement over new books. Many of our fall picks reflect the industry’s nuanced take on horror; exploring racism, gentrification, and even disease, these socially conscious novels help us make sense of a changing world. Books serve as a balm this season, too, as we await new releases from old friends, including Elena Ferrante, Alyssa Cole, and Anthony Bourdain. And they’re a call to action, with authors such as Alicia Garza and Ijeoma Oluo urging us to ponder activism and systemic racism.

Book Pulse
By Neal Wyatt

 

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Career changer earns Nancy Pearl’s backing

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Publishing Braces for a Full Fall: 42 Titles for the Coming Season
By Neal Wyatt

One thing we know for sure about the fall publishing season: It’s going to be a full one. Many publishers pushed books forward because of the COVID-19 pandemic, hoping for better conditions for promotion later in the year. For librarians, many of whom are struggling with reduced budgets brought about by the weakened economy, this presents a challenge. The bevy of new books presents its own challenges for library patrons and book lovers, too.

The Evolution of Language Through Technology, Emojis, Sarcasm, and Politics | Academic Best Sellers
By LJ

An enlightening and concise overview of the life and times of irony and sarcasm, an analysis of how state and non-state actors leverage digital rhetoric as a twenty-first-century weapon of war, and an examination of the evolution of emoji top the list of best-selling language books.

Virtual Book Events To Keep You and Your Patrons Connected
By Mahnaz Dar

Shutdowns due to COVID-19 continue, and though in-person events are few and far between, virtual book talks, author interviews, and other book-related activities, from cooking demonstrations to book clubs, abound.

All the Devils Are Here | Featured Web Review
By LJ

"The strengths of this latest procedural from the inimitable Penny will attract her longtime fans and also draw in new admirers. A deft touch with plotting, sensitive characterization, and the author’s warmth and humanity make this a must-have mystery, especially for collections owning the rest of series."

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This accessible, reader-friendly handbook will be an invaluable resource for authors, agents, and editors in navigating the legal landscape of the contemporary publishing industry.

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