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Specialist pop-up and novelty publisher Paper Engine to launch in 2026
The Bookseller
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Specialist publisher Paper Engine Publishing is set to launch in 2026, focusing on pop-up and novelty books aimed at children aged three to seven. The founders said that their "mission as a brand-new publisher is to combine compelling stories from...
'The Shooting Of Charlie Kirk': X Users Claim Book Published A Day Before Trump Ally's Killing
News18
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September 12, 2025
Last Updated:September 12, 2025, 13:16 IST Screenshots circulating on social media claim an Amazon book about Charlie Kirk’s assassination was published a day before the shooting, sparking conspiracy theories. People place lit candles below a...
Comedian Mark Critch shares why Canada is worth fighting for His essay collection Sorry, Not Sorry will be out on Nov. 25, 2025. Books |1 hour ago
CBC/Radio-Canada
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Comedian Mark Critch was writing a Newfoundland-set historical fiction novel when Trump's threat to annex Canada first surfaced. At first, he thought it was more of a joke, "in that same way an older sibling might tease their younger sibling," he...
Hillsborough school board votes to remove two more books from library shelves
Spectrum Bay News 9 - Florida
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September 10, 2025
TAMPA, Fla. — The Hillsborough school board voted unanimously Tuesday to remove two more books from school shelves. "Blankets" by Craig Thompson and "Identical" by Ellen Hopkins were previously challenged last year, but the board voted 5-2 to keep...
Local author presents book about growing up in Shoreline at Ridgecrest Books September 20, 2025
Shoreline Area News - Washington State
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September 12, 2025
Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 3pm at Ridgecrest Books An event to celebrate life in Shoreline as we listen to Gordon Braun discuss his coming-of-age memoir about growing up in Shoreline in the late 1960's. Gordon Braun charms his readers with...
New Irish books for kids to curl up with as autumn sets in
IrishCentral
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September 12, 2025
If you have bookworms in the family, they’ll have probably spent a good deal of the summer holidays reading. The great thing about loving reading is that it’s a hobby that isn’t season-specific, and autumn is a brilliant time for cozying up with a...
Thousands of Jane Austen superfans descend on city to celebrate beloved author’s birthday
The Independent
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September 12, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Big names, big ideas: Sonoma County Library’s Author Talks series
Community Voice - California
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Sonoma County Library is bringing fascinating talks with speakers ranging from bestselling novelists to renowned thought leaders straight to your screen this fall. From fantasy adventures and historical intrigue to personal journeys of resilience...
The Long Walk screenwriter says that major ending change was made "for fans of Stephen King" and to honor the horror author's work: "When we heard back that he liked the idea, it was off to the races"
Total Film
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September 12, 2025
The Long Walk screenwriter JT Mollner says that major ending change was not only for fans of the book, but to honor Stephen King's work overall. Warning: Massive spoilers for The Long Walk ahead! If you haven't seen the movie, turn back now! "I...
Bestselling author Elin Hilderbrand shares details on her new book, TV show ahead of Charleston tour
The Post & Courier - South Carolina
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September 12, 2025
She always wanted to write. “Ever since I was in elementary school, everyone knew,” she said. “I wrote stories for fun… our school district went on strike in the eighth grade, and we were home for six weeks. I went over to my best friend's house,...
‘Mirai’ movie review: Teja Sajja-led superhero tale is visually slick but emotionally distant in storytelling
The Hindu
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September 12, 2025
While watching Mirai, I was occasionally reminded of actor Teja Sajja’s earlier film Hanu-Man. That superhero fantasy by director Prasanth Varma, set in a fictional world, drew on devotional texts while borrowing familiar tropes from the genre....
Mirai movie review: Telugu fantasy epic with superhero touch
Telengana Today
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September 12, 2025
Mirai, directed by Karthik Gattamneni, blends mythology with superhero-style action in a grand fantasy spectacle. Teja Sajja impresses as Vedha, while Manchu Manoj makes a strong comeback. With stunning visuals and emotional balance, the film is a...
Bill Gates’ five favourite books of all time includes legendary rock star's memoir
Daily Express
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September 12, 2025
Every year Bill Gates shares a reading list with his millions of followers, usually focusing on books he’s discovered in the past 12 months. But a few years ago, he decided to shake things up on his Gates Notes website with a post titled 'Five of...
La Belle Vie: A cycling holiday in the Loire Valley and must-read French books
The Local - France
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September 12, 2025
From a cycling trip in the Loire Valley to France's best autumn events and the French must-reads to buy from your local bookstore, this week's La Belle Vie newsletter offers you an essential starting point for eating, talking, drinking and living...
Bill Gates' five favourite books of all time - one is Irish rock star's memoir
Irish Mirror
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September 12, 2025
Every year, Bill Gates shares a reading list with his millions of followers, typically focusing on books he's discovered in the past 12 months. However, a few years ago, he decided to mix things up on his Gates Notes website with a post titled...
Book Alley Welcomes Elena Aleksieva for Author Meet and Book Signing
Bulgarian News Agency
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Writer Elena Aleksieva will join the Book Alley literary fair programme, the organizers said on Friday. Readers can meet the award-winning author in Marquee No. 19, where Aleksieva will be signing books. Earlier in the day, the book Germany, My...
World-renowned Broadway icon Lea Salonga stars in Bay Area author's new short film
ABC7 News - California
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September 12, 2025
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Lea Salonga is one of the most acclaimed international superstars on stage and in film. The Broadway legend became the first Asian woman to win a Tony Award for originating the titular role in Miss Saigon in 1991, and has...
Review: Ottawa Comiccon 2025 proves to be a blast for fans
Apartment613
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September 11, 2025
More than 40,000 pop-culture fans descended on the EY Centre Sept. 5-7 for Ottawa Comiccon 2025. The con was well-planned, with an army of volunteers to get people through the doors and guide them toward their interests. After the opening...
Jane Austen fans step back in time to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the beloved author’s birth
SRN News
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September 12, 2025
Audio By Carbonatix LONDON (AP) — Ellie Potts goes dancing with her friends most weeks. They don’t put on the latest Taylor Swift or Ed Sheeran, though — they much prefer English country dances that were popular more than 200 years ago. As the...
How and where to meet bestselling author Hwang Boreum in Manila
Interaksyon
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September 12, 2025
Hwang Boreum, South Korean author of the best-selling novel “Welcome to Hyunam-dong Bookshop,” is in Manila for a series of book talks and signing events. Called “Stories in the Bookshop,” Hwang is gracing a three-part talk and signing series...