This week’s buzz round-up looks at the controversial possible changes in the Man Booker Prize rules, New Zealand’s publishing decline, Frankfurt tips and more.
Australia and New Zealand to Raise Profile With New London Lit Fest
May 2014 will see the first AusNZ Festival of Literature and Arts take place in London, an effort to draw more attention to Australian and New Zealand literature.
3 Epiphanies About Social Media Marketing for Books
When it comes to book marketing, social media is a honeytrap, never quite delivering on its promises, but a few simple best practices can vastly improve your results.
New Zealand: A Vibrant Book Business at the Bottom of the World
Though relatively small, the book business in New Zealand has proven resilient despite global economic tremors. E-books have had little impact as yet.
Four Books to Watch from New Zealand
Four titles from New Zealand that will appeal to global readers include the war story Lives We Leave Behind by Maxine Alterio, ACB with Honora Lee by Kate de Goldi, and two culinary titles.
The Kiwi and the Dragon Are Friends
One of the smallest nations in the world, New Zealand, has become a key trading partner with one of the largest, China.
Why Fanfics are Like Startups
Fanfiction is rewriting the narrative of publishing and challenging convention, much like technology startups.
Not Middle Earth, Māori Earth
Maori author Witi Ihimaera, who wrote The Whale Rider, spoke at the Frankfurt Book Fair on Thursday about his work.
4 Books to Watch from New Zealand
At the Frankfurt Book Fair, a panel of editors from New Zealand spoke about their favorite books of the season.
New Zealand’s Star Turn Showcased at NYC Frankfurt Kickoff
‘Ki te marae, tēnā koe,’ the traditional Maori greeting, welcomed guests in NYC to celebrate New Zealand as Guest of Honour at this fall’s Frankfurt Book Fair.