# Calling All Authors, Publishers, Photographers, and Designers: Submissions Open for the 2024 Vancouver Book Award ## A Prestigious Recognition for Literary Excellence The City of Vancouver proudly announces the opening of submissions for the 2024 Vancouver Book Award, an annual celebration of literary talent and artistic expression. This prestigious […]
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Tom Hibbert: The Music Journalist Nonpareil A Bygone Era of Music Journalism In the annals of music journalism, Tom Hibbert stands as a towering figure, a master of his craft who left an indelible mark on the industry. During his illustrious career, which spanned the 1980s and 1990s, Hibbert graced […]
CBC Radio Book Club: A Journey Through Literary Treasures (January 15-21, 2024) Unveiling the Gems of CBC Radio’s Book Club Every week, CBC Radio’s Book Club captivates listeners with thought-provoking discussions and insightful reviews of captivating literary works. Join us as we embark on a journey through the books featured […]
Amazon’s Impact on the Publishing Industry: A 25-Year Retrospective In the realm of literature, the advent of Amazon has irrevocably transformed the landscape of publishing, distribution, and consumption. Since its humble beginnings as an online bookseller in 1995, Amazon has ascended to become an e-commerce behemoth, revolutionizing the way books […]
Cory Doctorow’s Resounding “No” to Amazon’s Audible: A Deeper Dive Introduction: A Tale of Two Titans In the ever-evolving landscape of digital publishing, Cory Doctorow, a renowned author and staunch advocate for digital rights, has made waves with his unwavering stance against publishing his audiobooks on Amazon’s Audible platform. Despite […]
As It Happens 6:32: Someone Published “AI-Generated” Books Under Her Name. It Took a Fight with Amazon to Get Them Removed In 2024, the publishing industry found itself facing a bizarre and unsettling challenge: the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI)-generated books being published under authors’ names without their knowledge or […]
Nora Roberts: The Romance Genre’s Reigning Queen A Trailblazing Career In the vast literary landscape, Nora Roberts stands as an icon, a beacon whose luminosity has illuminated the romance genre for over four decades. With an astounding bibliography approaching 250 books, her prolificacy is matched only by the captivating narratives […]
Shaunie Henderson’s Memoir: UNDEFEATED – Changing the Rules and Winning on Her Own Terms An Introspective Journey of Empowerment, Resilience, and Personal Growth In a world often defined by others’ perceptions and expectations, Shaunie Henderson, the former wife of NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal and current wife of pastor Keion Henderson, […]
On the Set with Jeymes Samuel and “The Book of Clarence”: A Bold Visionary’s Quest to Reshape Cinematic Representation A Singular Cinematic Experience In the heart of Beverly Hills, amidst the grandeur of the Four Seasons hotel, writer-director Jeymes Samuel exudes an infectious enthusiasm as he delves into his latest […]
In the Realm of Grief and Humor: Kara Kinney Cartwright’s Journey In the face of profound loss, laughter can emerge as an unexpected balm, offering solace and a unique perspective on the surreal nature of life’s challenges. Kara Kinney Cartwright, a legal writer and humorist, found herself navigating the depths […]