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  • Republic Narrative Reward Shortlist: Dynamic Unpublished Stories

    Republic Narrative Reward Shortlist: Dynamic Unpublished Stories

    The Republic Narrative Reward shortlist features 25 stories from 7,920 entries, addressing human trafficking, parenthood, and relationships. Winners will be announced in May and June, with prizes awarded.


    YA Book Prize 2025: David Almond & New Judges Announced

    YA Book Prize 2025: David Almond & New Judges Announced

    David Almond joins Busayo Matuluko and Sian Wadey on the YA Book Prize 2025 judging panel. The prize, run by The Bookseller, celebrates the best YA fiction from the UK and Ireland. Winner announced August 2025.


    UK Book Chart: Stevenson Leads, Roberts Tops Official Top 50

    UK Book Chart: Stevenson Leads, Roberts Tops Official Top 50

    Gary Stevenson leads Paperback Non-Fiction. Sophie Waplington tops Hardback Non-Fiction. Lauren Roberts' Fearless leads Official UK Top 50. Easter-themed titles rise. Peter James debuts in MMF.


    French Reading Habits Decline: Digital vs. Print

    French Reading Habits Decline: Digital vs. Print

    A French survey indicates a decline in traditional book reading, especially among younger people, with a rise in digital/audio formats. Author satisfaction is higher in production than in promotion.


    International Booker Prize: Championing Translators & Global Fiction

    International Booker Prize: Championing Translators & Global Fiction

    The International Booker Prize's PEN Presents program supports translators from the global majority, fostering diverse fiction and promoting international literature for Anglophone readers. Shortlist revealed, celebrating creativity and quality.


    Salary Transparency: Publishers Lead the ‘We Show the Salary’ Campaign

    Salary Transparency: Publishers Lead the ‘We Show the Salary’ Campaign

    Emerald Green Publishing & IOP Publishing champion 'We Show the Salary' for fair pay & transparency in job ads. Includes salary info attracts diverse talent, boosts satisfaction, & reduces pay disparities. More companies urged to join.


    Rosemary Sandberg: Pioneer of Children’s Literature

    Rosemary Sandberg: Pioneer of Children’s Literature

    Rosemary Sandberg, a champion of children's books and literary agent, passed away at 85. She launched many successful authors and innovated children's publishing, leaving a lasting impact.


    WH Smith: Travel Growth Offsets High-Street Decline – Interim Report 2025

    WH Smith: Travel Growth Offsets High-Street Decline – Interim Report 2025

    WH Smith's interim report shows strong travel revenue growth (+7%) offsetting a decline in high-street business, sold as TGJones. Travel trading profit up 12%. Focus on global travel retail.


    Oscar’s Book Prize: Celebrating Children’s Literature

    Oscar’s Book Prize: Celebrating Children’s Literature

    Oscar's Book Prize, supported by Amazon, champions children's storytelling by authors and illustrators. The annual award, now in its 12th year, celebrates creative and diverse books for young kids and families.


    Walter Scott Prize 2025: Celebrating Historical Fiction

    Walter Scott Prize 2025: Celebrating Historical Fiction

    The Walter Scott Prize 2025 winner will be announced on June 12th, awarding £25,000. Shortlisted authors receive £1,500. The prize celebrates and promotes the joy and value of historical fiction.


    Wellcome Collection Announces Health & Wellness Book Program Winners

    Wellcome Collection Announces Health & Wellness Book Program Winners

    Wellcome Collection reveals 6 recipients for its health & wellness book program. Authors will develop projects on health, wellness, and human experience with mentoring and publication opportunities.


    UK Book Chart: Roberts Leads, Horowitz Returns, Easter Books Surge

    UK Book Chart: Roberts Leads, Horowitz Returns, Easter Books Surge

    Lauren Roberts tops the UK book chart, continuing the Romantasy trend. Horowitz makes the top 50. Easter books see a sales surge. Stevenson leads Non-Fiction.