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SAR’s publishing industry joins Shenzhen Reading Month with 30 events

HOME NEWS FOCUS OPINION GBA VIDEO ADVANCED Published: 15:02, November 2, 2026 SAR's publishing industry joins Shenzhen Reading Month with 30 events By Joy Lu

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Three bestselling authors, one Worcester library and a celebration of the written word

One writes novels that explore family secrets, identity and the complicated ties between parents and children. Another has built a following with romantic stories about second chances and finding love in unexpected places. The third draws on Indigenous and Mexican American heritage to weave together folklore, poetry and fiction.

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Lawyer for Galloway accuser says publishing industry ‘reckoning’ not foreseeable

VANCOUVER — A lawyer for the woman who accused author and former University of British Columbia professor Steven Galloway of sexual assault says his client could not have foreseen the "reckoning" that followed in the Canadian publishing industry.

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Publishing expert testifies of ‘heated auctions’ for Galloway’s breakout book

A publishing industry expert says enthusiasm for author Steven Galloway's novel "The Cellist of Sarajevo" was "remarkable," but sales of books published after such breakout successes often fall off

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Flagship poetry podcast, The Slowdown launches new season with bestselling writer of poetry and prose Maggie Smith to host

SAINT PAUL, Minn., Nov. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Mediaand the Poetry Foundation today announce the launch of season 7 of the celebrated poetry podcast, The Slowdown with award-winning poet and writer Maggie Smith hosting. Starting November 2, 2026, Smith will be back to share a selected poem and thoughtful reflection every weekday, offering listeners a daily opportunity…

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Chetan Bhagat Honours Dr Abhinandan Ballary with Excellence…

Senior writer and Global Scientist Dr Abhinandan Ballary was honoured with the Excellence Award for Best Author at a prestigious ceremony held at Taj Santa Cruz, Mumbai. The award was presented by be…

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We’ve read all six Booker Prize novels, but this is the one you can’t miss

One of the biggest days in the literary calendar arrives next week on 9 November, when the winner of what is one of the most prestigious literary awards, the Booker Prize, will be announced.

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SIBF programmes chart book’s journey from idea to reader

The Fair’s professional programmes work together, from the training programme and the Sharjah International Publishers Conference to the Sharjah International Library Conference, creating an environment that brings expertise together and anticipates the rapid changes taking place across the publishing sector.

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Reacher Author Lee Child No Longer Writing Jack’s Literary Adventures

Reacher author Lee Child confirmed that Andrew Child will author the Jack Reacher books moving forward and explained why it made sense.

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Bodour Al Qasimi Calls For Global Publishing Cooperation At Sharjah Conference

Speaking at the opening of the 16th Sharjah International Publishers Conference, she said the industry's resilience depended on international solidarity, adaptability and developing new ways to connect with readers."In Sharjah, we have always believed that our industry's true resilience lies in cross-border solidarity," she said, noting that challenges in one market could often find solutions…

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