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"Under the Paper Moon" by Shaina Steinberg is a fast-paced debut novel that combines romance and action. Set in 1948 Los Angeles, the story follows Evelyn Bishop, a former spy who becomes a private eye. When her first client's husband is found dead, Evelyn teams up with a fellow spy from her past to investigate the murder. The plot unfolds predictably but is executed with flair and wit. Steinberg's background in screenwriting shines through in the narrative. Overall, "Under the Paper Moon" is an enjoyable read that will leave readers eager for more from the author. [Extracted from the article]

Loaf the Cat Goes to the Powwow is a children's picture book written by Nicholas DeShaw and illustrated by Tara Audibert. The story follows Loaf, a feline protagonist, as she accompanies her Ojibwe-cued caretaker, Charlie, to a powwow. Through Loaf's perspective, readers are introduced to the powwow's Grand Entry, capturing the energy of the event. The digital illustrations by Audibert effectively depict the playful nature of the cat and the participation of the boy in the powwow. This book is suitable for children aged 3 to 7. [Extracted from the article]

The article describes the challenges faced by printing companies in the U.S. The industry has been affected by paper shortages and the rapidly rising cost of paper. Several printers are experiencing financial difficulties, including Cenveo, which filed for bankruptcy in February 2018. Consolidation efforts in the industry have increased, including the purchase of Webcrafters, a printer for the educational and catalogue markets, by the CJK Group.

"My Body Is Paper" is a collection of unpublished stories and poems by Gil Cuadros, an author known for his work on queer Chicano experiences during the AIDS epidemic. The book explores themes of mortality, sin, and spirituality. The stories and poems touch on topics such as suicide, shame, caretaking, and queer futurity. The collection serves as a tribute to Cuadros, who passed away prematurely. [Extracted from the article]

"Threads of Treasure: How to Make, Mend, and Find Meaning Through Thread" by Sara Barnes is a reflective guide to embroidery that features open-ended projects and profiles of fabric artists. The book showcases embroiderers who incorporate found items into their work, artists who use needlework to mend clothes and celebrate existing possessions, and those who create daily installments of thread art. The book includes three projects that provide conceptual guidance rather than step-by-step instructions, allowing crafters to explore their creativity. With profiles, photos, and inspiring work, this book offers a refreshing approach to embroidery for those seeking more freedom in their craft. [Extracted from the article]

Jef Aerts, trans. from the Dutch by Polly Lawson, illus. by Sanne te Loo. Quiet, polished gouache-and-pen spreads of cherry orchards and winding European streets soften the story of dear friends Dina and Adin ("They grow like twin cherries/ from the same stem"), who are forced to say goodbye to each other. Adin has brown skin and Dina's is white, a difference reflected in illustrations by Dutch artist Loo (On the Spot), but not the text. [Extracted from the article]

"We all need to be flexible in ways we have not been in the past", Fetherston said, stressing the current need to plan printing projects well in advance. Event Summary Sponsored by Westchester Publishing Services The publishing industry faces continuing supply chain issues and paper shortages, while another set of challenges has appeared in early 2022, in the form of employee resignations and work-life balance issues. The paper shortage has been made more severe this year than in 2020 and 2021 because most printers and paper merchants have used up their paper reserves, Fetherston said. [Extracted from the article]

To Lydia's surprise, her mother, who isn't a fan of either her daughter's profession or Bill, asks Lydia to travel with Bill to Clarksdale, Miss., where a cousin Lydia has never heard of, 23-year-old Jefferson Tam, has just been arrested for the murder of his grocer father, Leland. While the evidence against Jefferson appears strong, Mrs. Chin refuses to accept that a relative of her late husband could possibly be guilty. Before Lydia and Bill can talk to Jefferson about what happened, he escapes from jail, an act that only makes him look guiltier. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the state of print-manufacturing business in Hong Kong, China amid worldwide decrease in unit sales of print books as of July 24, 2023. Topics include disruptions in supply chains due to high paper prices, shifting business patterns of the print manufacturing with low investment expenditures, and downsizing of printing facilities due to rising labor costs.

The article discusses the impact of rising costs and supply shortages of paper on publishers in the U.S. Topics covered include increase in price of paper per ton, according to a report by printer Quad Graphics, factors contributing to the reduction in paper supply such as shutdown of some Canadian paper mills and reduced imports from China, factors driving up paper prices, and the need for U.S. publishers to look for alternative sources of paper.

The article reports on the legal battle between paper company Resolute Forest Products and environmental organization Greenpeace with regards to the paper company in logging practice in Canada's boreal forest. It cites that the environmental organization will take a booth during 2017 BookExpo. The article also cites on the issue of "PW Show Daily" magazine that pressure Resolute to modify its forest practices and drop a lawsuit it brought against the environmental organization.

The article discusses Random House and Dr. Seuss Enterprises' books. Topics include the Thank You for Being Green, Let's Go to the Garden! with Dr. Seuss 's Lorax; that the production team uses 100% recycled papers for all Lorax-branded products; and that the publications offers stories on environment and communities.

The article focuses on backlist titles that addressed timely topics as of June 2019. Topics discussed include the plan to release a 40th-anniversary edition of Robert Munsch and Michael Martchenko's picture book "The Paper Bag Princess" in winter 2020, the 20th anniversary slipcased edition of "Guess How Much I Love You" by Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram to be released in October 2019, and information on Free Spirit's bestselling title "Hands Are Not for Hitting." INSET: She Made a Thing.

The article discusses The Sustainability Roadmap Vision 2020 sustainability plan of paper manufacturer Asia Pulp and Paper Group (APP) and the company's environmental policy. Topics discussed include implementation of the policy by the production plant Indah Kiat Perawang, work by managing director of sustainability Aida Greenbury, and work by APP with the Indonesian government and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) to support rain forest conservation in Indonesia.

Kirigami combines the better-known practice of origami with an intricate form of paper cutting in order to create delicate three-dimensional objects. [Extracted from the article]

A list of the adult bestsellers from August 8-14, 2021 is presented, including "Billy Summers" by Stephen King, "The Last Thing He Told Me" by Laura Dave, and "The Paper Palace" by Miranda Cowley Heller.

The article focuses on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on supply chains of children's publishers. Topics discussed include role of the paper mills in the publishing industry; views of Jackie Engel, deputy publisher of Little, Brown Books for Young Readers on physical sales materials; and decline in online sales in 2022.

Sara B. Franklin, a doctoral student at NYU's food studies program, recounts her friendship and collaboration with Judith Jones, a legendary editor at Knopf. Franklin conducted interviews with Jones over six months, resulting in an oral history project supported by the Julia Child Foundation. Inspired by their conversations and friendship, Franklin wrote a biography titled "The Editor: How Publishing Legend Judith Jones Shaped Culture in America." The book draws on Jones's personal papers, interviews with publishing icons, and Franklin's oral history. Franklin highlights Jones's significant contributions to both the literary and culinary landscapes of postwar America. [Extracted from the article]

"The Squish" is a children's picture book by Breanna Carzoo that tells the story of a sandcastle protagonist who faces a series of challenges and indignities after being stomped on by one of its creators. Despite its efforts to rebuild itself, the sandcastle is repeatedly destroyed by various forces. However, when it encounters another sand creation that has also been squished, the sandcastle realizes that they are not alone in their struggles. With the help of engineering-minded sand crabs, the two sandpiles come together to form a dual-towered castle, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and resilience. The book features visually engaging cut-paper collage illustrations and is suitable for children aged 4-8. [Extracted from the article]

The article features Rosston Meyer, founder of Poposition Press, a longtime arts and comics enthusiast and a web and graphic designer by trade. Topics discussed include significance of Meyer's pop-up book projects, his partnership with paper engineer David A. Carter, and his reliance on crowdfunding to support his projects.

Ideal for hobbyists and artists alike, Jarchow and Steege's smart and beautiful volume will find its way to the keeper shelves of many craft aficionados. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses supply chain disruption due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Topics discussed including the major challenges affecting print manufacturers in Hong Kong and China—logistics logjams and higher paper prices; conflict between Russia and Ukraine impacted the supply chain, disrupted global trade, and brought about rising inflation; and lockdowns owing to China's zero-Covid policy have caused uncertainties and disruptions to the economy and business operations.

Anil Ananthaswamy's book, "Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI," attempts to explain how artificial intelligence (AI) works by scanning data for patterns and making predictions. However, the book's detailed breakdown of probability, principal component analysis, and eigenvectors may be difficult for readers without an advanced math degree to understand. While there are some interesting examples, such as how statisticians determined the authorship of the Federalist Papers, the book is primarily filled with complex equations and proofs. General readers may find it challenging to follow. [Extracted from the article]

"Planes Flying over a Monster: Essays" by Daniel Saldaña París is a collection of essays that explores the author's relationship between place and identity. The essays reflect on the author's experiences in different cities, including Mexico City and Madrid, and delve into themes of self-discovery, alcoholism, and the challenges of being a writer. With a perceptive and compassionate eye, París examines the complexities of belonging and the process of recording one's self on paper. This thought-provoking collection offers readers a unique perspective on the intersections of personal and geographical identity. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Publishers Weekly provides a review of the book "Settle the Score" by Kris Ripper. The story follows Des, a former journalist, and Orion, a pro soccer player. Des had previously outed Orion in a college paper, causing him to go into hiding. When Des is tasked with signing Orion for a marketing campaign, he travels to Orion's cabin, but is met with hostility. However, when they become trapped together due to a snowstorm, they must work through their issues. The review praises Ripper's character development and narrative voice, making it an enjoyable read. [Extracted from the article]

Merdaddy by Wednesday Kirwan is a children's book that depicts the playful and protective relationship between a father and child. The story follows the merdaddy and merbaby as they interact with various sea creatures, including sharks, jellyfish, otters, and turtles. The illustrations, with their vibrant colors and cut-paper elements, showcase the bond between the two characters. The book ends on a tender note, highlighting the merbaby's desire to stay in the water forever and the merdad's gentle reminder that it's time to get out. Recommended for children ages 4-8. [Extracted from the article]

In "1974: A Personal History," Francine Prose, a bestselling novelist, recounts a pivotal year in her life through her debut memoir. The memoir focuses on Prose's experiences in 1974, when she was 26 years old and preparing to publish her second novel. During this time, she met Tony Russo, who had been indicted for leaking the Pentagon Papers, and became involved in a tumultuous affair with him. Prose weaves her personal story with historical events such as the Patty Hearst kidnapping and Nixon's resignation, providing a poignant reflection on her own coming-of-age against the backdrop of political cynicism in 1970s America. [Extracted from the article]

In the article the authors recall the challenges and struggles faced by publishing company Beacon Press in releasing the Pentagon Papers in book form. Topics discussed include the release by Beacon in October 1971 of set of papers acquired from then senator Mike Gravel, the political persecution received by Gobin Stair, the then director of Beacon, from then U.S. president Richard Nixon, and the lesson that should be gleaned from the publishing story of the Pentagon Papers.

In this article, booksellers discuss comics' resurgence in 2021 and how strong sales were hindered by supply chain issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic. It mentions that packaging elements for single issues of serialized comics, such as bags and boards designed for floppy comics to protect each in a slipcase supported by a cardboard insert were in short supply.

But tonight, the person who usually watches Daniel can't come, and Daniel's parents have asked the upstairs neighbors for "too many favors." The security guard looks the other way, and Daniel's parents get to work cleaning a corporate office, telling their son it's "The Paper Kingdom" ruled by two monarchs and inhabited by dragons. Rhee ends on an upbeat note (maybe one day Daniel will be king, and "tell the dragons to be nice and neat"), and her story offers both a meaningful portrayal of one working-class experience and an image of a loving, hardworking family. [Extracted from the article]

$1.99 e-book, ISBN 978-1-386-85483-8 Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Kobo A nuclear physicist, after years spent developing the atomic bomb, hides in shame as a circus clown, but laughter turns deadly when the real anarchists step out from behind the masquerade. $19.95 paper (308p), ISBN 978-1- 977202-91-8; $3.99 e-book, ASIN B07PLLMVLG Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Outskirts Press A nameless stranger wants Layla dead in order to claim her husband. $6.90 paper (274p), ISBN 978- 1-69302-207-4; $3.99 e-book, ASIN B07Y8N638R Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Kobo Discarded by the AI ruler she created, a coldhearted tech entrepreneur must finally confront her own lack of humanity if she is to find the strength, and allies, to fight her creation. A. Dudley Johnson Jr. $7.99 e-book, ASIN B07SQKV7R2 Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Google Play. [Extracted from the article]

"One Icy Night: 30th Anniversary of the '94 Delta Ice Storm Edition" by W.A. Pepper is a heart-stopping thriller set during a history-making ice storm in the Mississippi Delta. The protagonist, Ruth "Rook" Kellum, finds herself running for her life after making a series of bad choices. The story is fast-paced and suspenseful, with every character Rook encounters being suspicious in some way. The author, drawing from his own experiences during the real-life Delta Ice Storm in 1994, effectively portrays the chilling sense of terror caused by the storm. This book is recommended for fans of Last Night by Luanne Rice and Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney. [Extracted from the article]

NEWSKazu Kibuishi launched his middle grade graphic novel series, Amulet, in 2008, and it’s since sold more than two million print copies. The series, which follows the adventures of a girl tasked with saving a magical world, concludes with the ninth volume, Waverider. The trade paper edition is the #6 book in the country; the hardcover is #24 on our children’s fiction list.TOP 10 OVERALLPHOTO (COLOR) [Extracted from the article]

NEWSAfter a string of STEM rom-coms beginning with 2021’s The Love Hypothesis, followed by an advance into YA with Check & Mate, Ali Hazelwood makes another shift with Bride, a “funny and thoughtful urban fantasy romance,” per our review. “It’s a new subgenre for Hazelwood, and she navigates it well, slowly teasing out the sweet and spicy supernatural romance.” It’s #3 on our hardcover fiction list (#5 in the country) and #5 on our trade paper list. Together, the two formats sold nearly 51K print copies, marking Hazelwood’s best debut week to date.PHOTO (COLOR) [Extracted from the article]

NEWSTHE WOMENKristin Hannah #1 Hardcover Fiction, #1 overall “Hannah’s emotionally charged page-turner centers on a young nurse whose life is changed by the Vietnam War,” according to our review. “Fans of women’s historicals will enjoy this magnetic wartime story.”IF ONLY I HAD TOLD HERLaura Nowlin #1 Children’s Fiction, #2 overall This is a companion novel to Nowlin’s 2013 debut, the YA romance If He Had Been with Me, Me which went from modest backlist seller to BookTok phenomenon a decade after its release. The 2019 trade paper edition has sold more than 883K print copies.PHOTO (COLOR)PHOTO (COLOR) [Extracted from the article]

In addition to going over technique, Schlesinger gives suggestions on finding inspiration for projects, and on incorporating other mediums, such as glass bead gel. [Extracted from the article]

UCLA professor Stein (Plumes: Ostrich Feathers, Jews, and a Lost World of Global Commerce) delivers a fascinating history of the Levy family, Sephardic Jews with roots in the Ottoman city of Salonika (now Thessaloniki, Greece). A 1917 fire devastated Salonika's Jewish quarter and dispersed many of Sa'adi's descendants across Central and Western Europe, where "entire branches of the family tree" were destroyed in the Holocaust. Sa'adi's greatgrandson Vital, however, became a Nazi collaborator and "the only Jew tried in Europe as a war criminal.". [Extracted from the article]

The article presents an interview with Kate Edwards, executive director of the ACP at Canada's organization for domestic presses. Topics include paper shortages and rising production costs, competition for press time, and ongoing supply chain disruptions; and focusing on other areas of the business or association priorities like advocacy.

A chart listing the best-selling children's books sold from July 6th through July 12, 2015 is presented, which includes the book "Paper Towns," written by John Green, the book "Your Baby's First Word Will Be Dada," written by Jimmy Fallon, and the book "The Giver," by Lois Lowry.

The article lists the top ten overall book sales for the week of July 20, 2015, including the book "Grey," written by E.L. James, the book "Paper Towns (movie tie-in)," written by John Green and the book "All the Light We Cannot See," written by Anthony Doerr.

The section presents charts of the best selling children's books by category in the U.S. for the week ended July 5, 2015, including "Paper Towns" by John Green, "First 100 Words" by Roger Priddy, and "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle.

The article presents a chart which displays the top 10 overall best selling fiction and nonfiction books for the week of June 22-28, 2015, which include "Paper Towns" by John Green, "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins, and "The Isle of the Lost" by Melissa de la Cruz.

The article informs that children's book buyers are facing supply chain disruptions as shortage of papers cause printing delays, along with increased shipping costs and other delivery issues. Meghan Goel, children's book buyer at BookPeople in Austin, Texas, ordered more books last fall than ever before as children's inventory is a spike in online preorders that began at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. INSET: Supply Chain Issues Hit Sidelines, Too.

The article informs that integrated sales and operations planning can help publishers deal with manufacturing and distribution issue. It mentions supply chain whiplash effect can be addressed only by building a closer relationship among all supply chain participants, especially publishers, printers, paper mills, and transportation companies.

A chart of the top 10 best selling books in the U.S. during the week from June 8 to 14, 2015 is presented, including "Paper Towns" by John Green, "Finders Keepers" by Stephen King, and "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins.

Charts are presented that show the top 25 best selling children's books by category in the U.S. for the period May 25-31, 2015, including "Paper Towns," by John Green in the frontlist fiction category and "Peanut Butter & Cupcake," by Terry Border in the picture book category.

The article presents information on film adaptations of the books "Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" by Jesse Andrews and "Paper Towns" by John Green and related book sales.

The article reports on an increase in the online sales of independent publishers and how presses played to their strengths and found growth in 2021 during COVID-19 pandemic. It mentions views of Tom Helleberg, publisher at Seattle-based Mountaineers Books, on the overseas freight delays and printers declining jobs due to the paper shortage.

The article discusses the transition of leadership at the New York Times Book Review, with Gilbert Cruz taking over as editor. Cruz aims to solidify the Book Review as the flagship of the paper's books coverage, increase digital readership, streamline coverage, and introduce new features. The challenge is to redefine the role of the Book Review in the current publishing landscape, where books coverage has been reduced in many newspapers and digital platforms hold significant influence.