As Frankfurt 2018 kicks off, Publishing Perspectives spoke with a number of literary agents about their books and deals this year.
Rights Pro of the Year: Kate Hibbert on ‘the Status of Rights Selling’
What’s changed in a career like Kate Hibbert’s? ‘The status of rights selling,’ says this historian’s daughter who’s seen a lot of the industry.
Booktrack and Little, Brown Partner on YA Novellas
The ebook-soundtrack company Booktrack announces an arrangement with Little, Brown on novellas for young people, following years of work in ‘Booktrack Classroom.’
Is Curation a Cure or Culprit? The UK’s Michael Bhaskar on ‘Super-Abundance’
‘For publishers,’ says author and publisher Michael Baskhar, curation is ‘about the value of what we do in a world where there is, frankly, far too much to read
Jonathan Taplin’s Drive for a ‘Digital Renaissance’: DBW Keynote
Jonathan Taplin—producer of ‘Mean Streets’—will lead Digital Book World’s keynotes with a warning: publishing may be ‘sleeping through a revolution.’
Publishing Leaders are “Temporary Custodians” of Their Houses
Strong leadership in publishing is welcome, but as new publishing leaders step forward, one realizes all are mere ‘temporary custodians.’
UK “Nibbies” Reach 25: But Why Do Industry Awards Matter?
As the UK’s top publishing industry awards —The Nibbies — celebrates 25 years. Roger Tagholm reflects on why such prizes continue to matter so much.
I am Malala: One Girl’s Bravery Becomes a Global Phenomenon
I am Malala, an autobiography by the Pakistani girl shot by the Taliban, has sold into 21 countries so far and is one of Little, Brown’s biggest titles this fall.
LBF 2012: Little, Brown’s Kent Gets Ready to Roar Off
Little, Brown’s COO, David Kent, will leave the business this week. He said more good-byes during the London Book Fair, the last stop on his worldwide farewell tour.
Lemony Snicket and How to Publicize Your Book Without Trying
A forthcoming series of four new books by bestseller Lemony Snicket, ‘All The Wrong Questions,’ was ingeniously leaked to the press last week.