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I am anxiously awaiting the release of Thor: Love and Thunder, and I don’t think I’m alone in that. Here are some books to read if you’re looking forward to the movie, or if you’ve seen it and want something similar. Forewarning, these are mostly based on the third movie, Ragnarok, because it’s my favorite […]
Independent bookstores are vital to authors, readers and our communities overall, so we’ve loved seeing Brian Lebeau (author of the psychological thriller A DISTURBING NATURE) actively working to give back by hosting a giveaway of $250 to four indie bookstores–and we’re beyond thrilled to announce the winners! The winners of Brian Lebeau’s “Give Back to […]
Check out the latest newsletter for our Books Forward Friends. This issue features highlights of our BFFs, fun titles available for review, and special opportunities for our friends. Download the July 2022 newsletter here!
NAPLES, Fla. – In today’s global economy, effective leadership requires engaging in diverse interactions, meaning there is no singular, predefined way to lead. Instead, leaders today must be culturally agile, and they must live that awareness and adaptability each and every day. “There Is No Box” (Nov. 8, 2022, BenBella Books) by Drs. Marisa and […]
Beloved special needs bulldog companion returns in precious series New Orleans, LA — Children’s book author Michelle Dumont is continuing her adorable young reader’s series with Phoebe Cakes and Friends: An Alphabet Tail (Sept. 13th, 2022, Susan Schadt Press). With illustrations done by architect Jennifer Taylor, Dumont’s new release is sure to capture the attention […]
What is Booktok? The first thing you should know when you hear people refer to Booktok, is that they are talking about a sub-community of users on the TikTok app, or as some would call it, “a side” of TikTok. This section of TikTok, separated from other sub-communities of TikTok by being hashtagged “Booktok”, focuses […]
What’s your favorite area of your bookstore? The front door where customers come in and see all of the wonderful books we have! I love it when they say that they love the smell, or how warm and friendly our store is. If you had a staff pick for a recent new release, what would […]
In our new “State of the Industry” blog series, we’re breaking down how the pandemic has transformed the publishing industry. By understanding how the industry has rapidly transformed in 2020 and 2021, writers and authors will be better prepared to navigate the new state of the industry in 2022. Last month, we explored how the […]
What’s your favorite area of your bookstore? The podcast studio What’s the coolest book cover that you like to have facing out on the shelves? Farming While Black If you had a staff pick for a recent new release, what would it be? Backlist pick? The 1619 Project by Nikole Hannah-Jones Go Tell It On […]
Some authors don’t look forward to events – too many people, too much talking about themselves and their work. While others can’t wait for their launch party – it’s a chance to visit with all the people in their circle and meet potential new readers! Regardless of what kind of author you are, events can […]
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