Author Archives: Hannah Johnson

Bringing Asian Writers to Global Readers

Whether through book prizes or literary review publications, more avenues are available for Western readers to discover authors and writing from Asia.

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Books vs. Internet: Whose Information Is More Accurate?

When you are looking for accurate and authoritative information, do you turn to print books or the internet?

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What Book Did You Pass Up and Later Regret?

In creative businesses like publishing, it’s hard to predict which books will become bestsellers. Have you passed on a book that later became a success?

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When Will Local E-book Editions Compete with English Counterparts?

As more readers turn to English-language e-books because of availability or price, when will local markets catch up to compete? By Hannah Johnson In an  … 

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Malaysia’s Silverfish Books: Every Book Counts

Silverfish Books in Malaysia focuses on storytelling and Malaysian culture in its books and activities.

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One Too Many Finalists Announced for NBA Award for Young Literature

The National Book Award for Young Literature incorrectly included Lauren Myracle’s book Shine among the 5 finalists instead of Franny Billingsley’s Chime.

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What Kinds of Companies Should Publishers Acquire?

As today’s large publishing companies are looking for growth through acquisitions, what kinds of companies should they buy?

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Will English Publishers Translate Indian-language Literature?

Current initiatives in India to promote writing in local languages could mean that less Indian literature reaches English-speaking readers

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Video Interview with Trent Knoss of Perseus Books Group

Erin Cox interview Trent Knoss, Subsidiary Rights Manager, Perseus Books Group at the Frankfurt Book Fair.

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Attendance Statistics from Frankfurt Show Diverse Fair

The Frankfurt Book Fair recorded 7,384 exhibitors from 106 countries in attendance in 2011, and a total of 280,194 visitors.

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