JM Dalgliesh: From Self-Published Success to Traditional Publishing Partnership A Stay-at-Home Father’s Journey to Literary Acclaim In 2018, Jason Dalgliesh, a stay-at-home father, embarked on a literary journey that would transform his life and captivate readers worldwide. With unwavering determination, he sent his debut crime novel to six literary agents, […]
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Lord of the Rings Fan Fiction Writer Faces Legal Reckoning for Unauthorized Sequel A Tale of Copyright Infringement and Literary Legacy In the vast literary realm, few works have captivated imaginations like J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic fantasy masterpiece, “The Lord of the Rings.” Its enchanting saga of hobbits, elves, dwarves, and […]
Anthony Veasna So’s Unfinished Cambodian Epic: A Tapestry of Loss, Longing, and Legacy A Voice Silenced Too Soon The literary world was dealt a devastating blow in December 2020 with the untimely passing of Anthony Veasna So, a brilliant young writer whose debut novel, “Afterparties,” had just garnered critical acclaim. […]
Amazon’s Expansion in Spanish-Language Literature: An Interview with Pedro Huerta In the ever-evolving landscape of global literature, Amazon stands as a titan, continuously pushing boundaries and expanding its reach to cater to diverse audiences. At the forefront of this expansion is Pedro Huerta, the Director of Kindle Content in Spanish […]
2024 New Review: The Best New British and Irish Debuts 2024 New Review: The Best New British and Irish Debuts Elizabeth O’Connor: Whale Fall (Picador, 25 April) In the isolated island community of Bardsey, off the coast of Wales, Elizabeth O’Connor’s exquisite debut novel, Whale Fall, unfolds on the eve […]
Kudan’s Revelation: AI’s Contribution in Her Award-Winning Novel In the realm of literature, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and creative expression has sparked a captivating discourse. The recent revelation by Japanese author Rie Kudan, whose novel “The Tokyo Tower of Sympathy” garnered the prestigious Akutagawa Prize, has ignited a […]
Literary Awards Writing Competition 2024: Unveiling Exceptional Literary Talent The 11th annual Literary Awards Writing Competition, hosted by the renowned Tucson Festival of Books, concluded with resounding success, attracting a diverse array of submissions and showcasing exceptional literary talent from across the globe. With 618 entries spanning fiction, nonfiction, and […]
Amazon’s New Policy: A Paradigm Shift in Streaming TV Advertising Mandatory Ad Publishing Services or Revenue Sharing for Streaming Services on Fire TV Introduction: Amazon, the e-commerce behemoth, is introducing a groundbreaking policy that will reshape the landscape of streaming TV advertising. Effective September 1, 2024, all ad-supported streaming services […]
Diyaa Ali: A Young Author’s Journey to Publication A Young Author with a Captivating Tale In the realm of literature, age is often perceived as a barrier, a notion shattered by Diyaa Ali, a remarkable young author from Kennydale Elementary School. At the tender age of ten, Diyaa has accomplished […]
Madeleine L’Engle’s “A Wrinkle in Time”: A Literary Declaration of Independence The Genesis of a Literary Masterpiece From the vast landscapes of the American West emerged a transformative idea that would shape the literary landscape. During a cross-country camping trip, Madeleine L’Engle found inspiration in the concept of a fourth […]