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'What is your best investment? Buying a copy of the Writers'& Artists'Yearbook.'Kimberley ChambersThis bestselling Writers'& Artists'Yearbook contains a wealth of information on all aspects of writing and becoming a published author, plus a comprehensive directory of media contacts.Packed with practical tips, it includes expert advice from renowned authors and industry insiders on: - submitting to agents and publishers - writing non-fiction and fiction across different genres and formats - poetry, plays, broadcast media and illustration - marketing and self-publishing- legal and financial information - writing prizes and festivals.Revised and updated annually, the Yearbook includes thousands of industry contacts and over 80 articles from writers of all forms and genres, including award-winning novelists, poets and playwrights, scriptwriters for TV, radio and videogames.If you want to find a literary or illustration agent or publisher, would like to self-publish or to crowdfund your creative idea then this Yearbook will help you.New content for this edition includes articles on If at first you don't succeed... by Jessica Irena Smith, The importance of story development by Greg Mosse, Writing for readers by Rachel McLean, Creating a poetry comic by Chrissy Williams, Ghosting: writing other people's stories by Gillian Stern, Romantic motifs by Sue Moorcroft, How a publicist can help you by Hannah Hargrave, Writing across forms by Rob Gittins, Pitching your travel ideas by Jen & Sim Benson, The hybrid author by Simon McLeave.'The wealth of information is staggering.'The Times

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2021Key Findings:Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Entertainment & Media Industry and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligenceMarket forecasts and Industry StatisticsIndustry Associations and Professional Societies ListIn-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companiesIndustry GlossaryLink to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 562Statistical Tables Provided: 17Companies Profiled: 408Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. How is the industry evolving?How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?What is the size of the market now and in the future?What are the financial results of the leading companies?What are the names and titles of top executives?What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment, Movie, Publishing & Media IndustryIntroduction to the Entertainment, Movie, Publishing & Media IndustryThe Coronavirus'Effect on the Entertainment, Movie, Publishing & Media IndustryStreaming Apps Take Over TVsOnline Games Compete with ConsolesDVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts AdvertisersApple's iTunes Set the Standard in Digital Music Downloads, but Digital Sales SlowPandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio but Face Challenge from Apple Music/SiriusXM Tops 34.3 Million SubscribersNew Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost SalesCable and Satellite TV Struggle with Cord-CuttingStreaming Apps Services DominateTelecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete Fiercely Against Cable in the TV, Internet and Telephone MarketTelevision Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges, Formats and Online CompetitorsMovie Attendance Plummeted/Film Studios Release Directly to Streaming ServicesChina and India Expand Film and TV Production ActivityGlobal Internet Market Tops 4.9 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and WirelessEntertainment-Based Retailing, including Power TownsNewspapers and Magazines Rely on Digital Editions and AppsVirtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games PublishersVirtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Games Create Opportunities in the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to GrowGlobal Mobile Apps Revenues Hit $85.5 Billion YearlyEmbedded LTE Wi-Fi and Onboard Apps Incorporated by Auto Makers in New Car Infotainment SystemsDigital Assistants Include Amazon's Echo and Google's Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party DevelopersOverview of the Electronic Games IndustryThe Future of Entertainment, Media and Publishing: Disruption, Portability and Consumer ControlEntertainment, Movie, Publishing & Media Industry StatisticsEntertainment, Movie, Publishing & Media Industry Statistics and Market Size OverviewEstimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2015-2020Estimated U.S. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Services Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2015-2020Personal Consumption Expenditures for Recreation, U.S.: Selected Years, 2012-2019Newspaper Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2015-2020Periodic

Plunkett's Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning Industry Almanac 2020Key Findings:Plunkett Research analyzes the major trends and technologies in the global Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Sectors. In addition, Plunkett profiles hundreds of the industry's top firms.Key Features:Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligenceMarket forecasts and Industry StatisticsIndustry Associations and Professional Societies ListIn-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companiesIndustry GlossaryLink to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 543Statistical Tables Provided: 23Companies Profiled: 428Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.How is the industry evolving?How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?What is the size of the market now and in the future?What are the financial results of the leading companies?What are the names and titles of top executives?What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning IndustryIntroduction to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning IndustryA Brief History of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the State of the Industry TodayThe Pros & Cons of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine LearningVoice and Face Recognition Change the Wireless World, Enhanced Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)Wearable Sensors Track Exercise Data/Apparel and Shoe Manufacturers Adopt TechnologiesSmart Cities Utilize Sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Increase Efficiency/The Internet of Things (IoT) Boosts PotentialThe Internet of Things (IoT) and M2M to Boom, Enhanced by Artificial Intelligence (AI)Wireless Information Systems Surge Ahead in Vehicles: Telematics, Intelligent Transportation (ITS) and Real Time Traffic InformationSelf-Driving, Autonomous Cars Receive Massive Investments in Research and Development WorldwideTechnology Drives Insurance Efficiencies/Policy Holders Allow Their Habits to Be Tracked for Lower Insurance RatesFinancial Technology (FinTech) Enables Online Lending, Insurance and Online Robo AdvisorsRobotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation Revolutionize Supply Chain and Logistics SystemsArtificial Intelligence (AI), Deep Learning and Machine Learning Advance into Commercial Applications, Including Health Care and RoboticsIndustrial Robots and Factory Automation Advance Through Artificial Intelligence (AI)Service Robots Are Applied in a Variety of IndustriesRobotic Process Automation (RPA) Is Replacing Human WorkersThe Future of Transportation and Supply Chains: Massive Investments in Infrastructure, Mobility Services and HyperloopR&D Expands in Chinese Research Parks/Patent Filings SoarDigital Assistants Include Amazon's Echo and Google's Home/Alexa and Similar Software Power Third-Party DevelopersVirtual Reality/Augmented Reality and 3-D Games Create Opportunities for the Tech Industry/Immersion Games to GrowHot Fields Within Computers, Hardware and Software Include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT)Growth in Big Data Supported by Expansion of Cloud Computing and Predictive AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI) Powers Hedge Fund Investment StrategiesPhar

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2018 Key Findings: • Plunkett Research lists top 500 companies in Entertainment & Media Industry and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: • Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence • Market forecasts and Industry Statistics • Industry Associations and Professional Societies List • In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies • Industry Glossary • Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online • Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 583 Statistical Tables Provided: 17 Companies Profiled: 408 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. • How is the industry evolving? • How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? • How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? • What is the size of the market now and in the future? • What are the financial results of the leading companies? • What are the names and titles of top executives? • What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry 1) Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry 2) TVs are Internet Ready/Game Consoles and Set Top Accessories Like Roku and Chromecast Stream Content 3) DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers 4) Apple's iTunes Set the Standard in the Music Industry, but Digital Sales Slow 5) Pandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio but Face New Challenge from Apple Music/SiriusXM Tops 31 Million Subscribers 6) Broadcast Radio Stations on the Internet/The Era of Digital Radio Begins 7) New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales 8) Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content 9) Cable and Satellite TV Struggle with Cord-Cutting/Cheaper Streaming Options Proliferate, Including Netflix 10) Telecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete Fiercely Against Cable in the TV, Internet and Telephone Market 11) Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges, Formats and Online Competitors 12) Movie Attendance Is Steady/Film Companies Innovate with Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences 13) China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity 14) Global Internet Market Tops 3.5 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless 15) Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns 16) Mobile Videos and TV Gain Smartphone Users 17) Newspapers and Magazines See Excellent Growth in in Digital Editions and Apps 18) Tablets and Smartphones Cause Decline in PC and Laptop Computer Market 19) Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games Publishers 20) Virtual Reality and 3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Immersion Games to Grow 21) Revenues Are Strong for MMORPGs, Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games 22) Global Mobile Apps Revenues to Hit $77 Billion Yearly in 2017 23) Theme Parks Draw Major Investment in China 24) Embedded LTE Wi-Fi and Onboard Apps Incorporated by Auto Makers in New Car Infotainment Systems Entertainment

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2017Key Findings:•Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Entertainment & Media and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term.Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 578Statistical Tables Provided: 17Companies Profiled: 408Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms.You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry1)Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry2)TVs are Internet Ready/Game Consoles and Set Top Accessories Like Roku and Chromecast Stream Content3)DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers4)Apple's iTunes Set the Standard in the Music Industry, but Digital Sales Slow5)Pandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio but Face New Challenge from Apple Music/SiriusXM Tops 31 Million Subscribers6)Broadcast Radio Stations on the Internet/The Era of Digital Radio Begins7)New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales8)Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content 9)Cable and Satellite TV Struggle with Cord-Cutting/Cheaper Streaming Options Proliferate, Including Netflix10)Telecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete Fiercely Against Cable in the TV, Internet and Telephone Marketv11)Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges, Formats and Online Competitors12)Movie Attendance Is Steady/Film Companies Innovate with Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences13)China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity14)Global Internet Market Tops 3.5 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless15)Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns16)Mobile Videos and TV Gain Smartphone Users17)Newspapers and Magazines See Excellent Growth in in Digital Editions and Apps18)Tablets and Smartphones Cause Decline in PC and Laptop Computer Market19)Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games Publishers20)Virtual Reality and 3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Immersion Games to Grow21)Revenues Are Strong for MMORPGs, Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games22)Global Mobile Apps Revenues to Hit $77 Billion Yearly in 201723)Theme Parks Draw Major Investment in China24)Embedded LTE Wi-Fi and Onboard Apps Incorporated by Auto Makers in New Car Infotainment SystemsEntertainment & Media Industry Statistics1)Entertainment & Media Industry Statistics and Market Size Overview2)Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2011-20163)Estimated U.S. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Services Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2011-20164)Personal Co

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2016 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Entertainment & Media and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 588 Statistical Tables Provided: 17 Companies Profiled: 408 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry 1)Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry 2)TVs are Internet Ready/Game Consoles and Set Top Accessories Like Roku and Chromecast Stream Content 3)DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers 4)Apple's iTunes Set the Standard in the Music Industry, but Digital Sales Slow 5)Pandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio but Face New Challenge from Apple Music/SiriusXM Tops 27 Million Subscribers 6)Broadcast Radio Stations on the Internet/The Era of Digital Radio Begins 7)Casino Revenues Slow in Macau/Internet Gambling Expands in the U.S. 8)New Video Game Console Technologies and Features Boost Sales 9)Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content 10)Cable and Satellite TV Struggle with Cord-Cutting/ Cheaper Streaming Options Proliferate, Including Netflix 11)Telecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete Fiercely Against Cable in the TV, Internet and Telephone Market 12)Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges, Formats and Online Competitors 13)Movie Attendance Up/Film Companies Innovate with Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences 14)China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity 15)Global Internet Market Tops 3.2 Billion Users/Ultrafast Broadband Expands, both Fixed and Wireless 16)Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns 17)Mobile Videos and TV Gain Smartphone Users 18)Newspapers and Magazines See Excellent Growth in in Digital Editions and Apps 19)Tablets and Smartphones Cause Shift in Desktop PC Market 20)Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue for Games Publishers 21)Virtual Reality and 3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Immersion Games to Grow 22)Revenues Continue to Soar for MMORPGs, Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games 23)Global Mobile Apps Revenues to Hit $77 Billion Yearly in 2017 24)Theme Parks Draw Major Investment in China 25)eBook Sales Slow While Print Books Rebound Entertainment & Media Industry Statistics 1)Entertainment & Media Industry Overview 2)Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2010-2015 3)Estimated U.S. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Services Sector Revenues by NAICS

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2015 Key Findings: •Plunkett Research lists top 400 companies in Entertainment & Media and names top trends changing the industry for the mid term. Key Features: •Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence •Market forecasts and Industry Statistics •Industry Associations and Professional Societies List •In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies •Industry Glossary •Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online •Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industry Pages: 587 Statistical Tables Provided: 17 Companies Profiled: 406 Geographic Focus: Global A complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies? •What is the size of the market now and in the future? •What are the financial results of the leading companies? •What are the names and titles of top executives? •What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include: Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry 1)Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry 2)TVs are Internet Ready/Set Top Accessories Like Roku and Chromecast Stream Content 3)DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers 4)Apple's iTunes Sets the Standard in the Music Industry, but Faces Competition from Internet Radio 5)Pandora and Spotify Lead in Streaming Music Via Internet Radio/SiriusXM Tops 27 Million Subscribers 6)Broadcast Radio Stations on the Internet/The Era of Digital Radio Begins 7)Casino Revenues Slow in Macau/Internet Gambling Expands in the U.S. 8)New Electronic Game Consoles Help Revive Sales 9)Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content 10)Cable and Satellite TV Lose Subscribers/ Cheaper Streaming Options Proliferate, Including Netflix 11)Telecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete in the Television Market 12)Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges 13)TV Sales Slow/Plasma TVs Phased Out 14)Movie Attendance Stalls/Film Companies Innovate with Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences 15)China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity 16)Global Broadband Market Nears 3 Billion Subscribers, Fixed and Wireless 17)Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns 18)Mobile Videos and TV Gain Smartphone Users 19)Newspapers and Magazines See Excellent Growth in Digital Editions and Apps 20)Tablets and Smartphones Cause Shift in Desktop PC Market/eBook Sales Top $1.3 Billion Yearly in the U.S. 21)Virtual Worlds Provide Revenue Sources for Games Publishers 22)3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Immersion Games Offer Virtual Reality 23)Online and Mobile Game Playing Boom/Multi-Player Gaming (MMORPG) Is Strong Worldwide 24)Global Mobile Apps Revenues to Hit $77 Billion Yearly in 2017 25)Theme Parks Draw Major Investment in China Entertainment & Media Industry Statistics 1)Entertainment & Media Industry Overview 2)Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2009-2014 3)Estimated U.S. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Services Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2009-2014 4)Personal Consumption Expenditures for Recreation, U.S.: Selected Years, 1990-2013

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PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2013Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and competitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for free access to search and export data at Plunkett Research Online•Link to our 5-minute video overview of this industryPages: 661Statistical Tables Provided: 16Companies Profiled: 473Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments. •How is the industry evolving? •How is the industry being shaped by new technologies? •How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?•What are the top companies and what are their revenues? Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry1)Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry 2)Multimedia Hub Homes Slowly Become a Reality/TVs are Internet Ready 3)DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers 4)Apple's iPod and iTunes Set the Standard in the Music Industry/Pandora and Spotify Grow 5)Internet Film and TV Content Grows/Netflix Evolves to Focus on Online Delivery 6)Casino Expansion Underway in Select Locations, including Asia 7)New Platforms Revolutionize Electronic Games/Microsoft's Kinect Raises the Standard 8)Radio Via IP Grows/The Era of Digital Radio Begins9)Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content 10)Cable and Satellite TV Lose Subscribers to Internet and Wireless Options 11)Video-on-Demand (VOD) and Subscription Video-on-Demand (SVOD) Reap Extra Revenues 12)Telecom Companies, Including AT&T and Verizon, Compete in the Television Market 13)Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges 14)High-Definition Grows—UHDTV and Blu-ray DVDs/3-D TV Disappoints 15)Movie Attendance Rises/Film Companies Innovate with 3-D, Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences 16)China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity 17)Global Broadband Market Nears 2 Billion Subscribers, Fixed and Wireless 18)Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns 19)Videos Via Cellphone and Mobile TV Gain Subscribers 20)Newspapers and Magazines Face Difficult Times 21)Kindle, Tablets like iPad and Smartphones like iPhone Deliver Entertainment/eBook Sales Soar22)Virtual Worlds Open Up New Revenue Sources for Games Publishers 23)3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Some Safety Concerns Arise 24)Multiplayer Gaming (MMORPGs) is Strong Worldwide 25)Online Play/Social Gaming on the Rise26)App Downloads Reach Nearly 50 Billion YearlyEntertainment & Media Industry Statistics1)Entertainment & Media Industry Overview 2)Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2007-2012 3)Estimated U.S. Arts, Entertainment & Recreation Services Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2007-2012 4)Personal Consumption Expenditures for Recreation, U.S.: Selected Years, 1990-2011 5)Periodical Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2007-2012 6)Newspaper Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2007-2012 7)Book Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue, Inventories & Ex

PLUNKETT'S ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRY ALMANAC 2012Key Features:•Industry trends analysis, market data and ompetitive intelligence•Market forecasts and Industry Statistics•Industry Associations and Professional Societies List•In-Depth Profiles of hundreds of leading companies•Industry Glossary•Buyer may register for access to search and export data at Plunkett Research OnlinePages: 600Statistical Tables Provided: 15Companies Profiled: 399Geographic Focus: GlobalA complete market research report, including forecasts and market estimates, technologies analysis and developments at innovative firms. You will gain vital insights that can help you shape your own strategy for business development, product development and investments.•How is the industry evolving?•How is the industry being shaped by new technologies?•How is demand growing in emerging markets and mature economies?•What is the size of the market now and in the future?•What are the financial results of the leading companies?•What are the names and titles of top executives?Contents, Statistics, Forecasts and Analysis Include:Major Trends Affecting the Entertainment & Media Industry1) Introduction to the Entertainment & Media Industry2) Multimedia Hub Homes Slowly Become a Reality/TVs are Internet Ready3) DVR Market Evolves/Time-Shifting Hurts Advertisers4) Apple's iPod Revitalizes the Music Industry/Sony, Amazon and MySpace Follow Suit5) Internet Film and TV Content Grows/Netflix Evolves to Focus on Online Delivery6) Casino Expansion Underway in Select Locations7) New Platforms Revolutionize Electronic Games/Microsoft's New Kinect Raises the Standard8) Radio Via IP Grows/The Era of Digital Radio Begins9) Reality TV Dominates Broadcast Programming/Falling Ratings Force Networks to Find New Ways to Distribute Content10) Cable and Satellite TV Lose Subscribers to Free Internet Options11) Video-on-Demand (VOD) and Subscription Video-on-Demand (SVOD) Go Mass Market12) TV over IP—Telecom Companies Enter the Television Market13) TV over IP—TV Networks, Cable Companies and Web Sites Converge14) Television Ads Evolve to Face New Challenges15) High-Definition Grows—HDTV and Blu-ray DVDs/3-D TV Disappoints16) Movie Attendance Falls/Film Companies Innovate with 3-D, Digital Projection and Enhanced Cinema Experiences17) China and India Expand Film and TV Production Activity18) Broadband Market Nears 1 Billion Subscribers Worldwide19) Entertainment-Based Retailing, including Power Towns20) Video Via Cellphone and Mobile TV Slowly Gain Subscribers21) Newspapers and Magazines Face Difficult Times22) Kindle, Tablets like iPad and Smartphones like iPhone Deliver Entertainment/eBook Sales Soar23) Virtual Worlds Open Up new Revenue Sources24) 3-D Games Open New Opportunities/Some Safety Concerns Arise25) Multiplayer Gaming (MMORPGs) is Strong Worldwide26) Online Play/Social Gaming on the Rise27) Apple Rules in Apps/Android Plays Catch-upEntertainment & Media Industry Statistics1) Entertainment & Media Industry Overview2) Estimated U.S. Information & Entertainment Sector Revenues by NAICS Code: 2007-20113) Personal Consumption Expenditures for Recreation, U.S.: 1990-20104) U.S. Magazine Advertising Revenue & Pages for PIB Measured Magazines: 1960-20115) Periodical Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2007-20116) Newspaper Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2007-20117) Book Publishers: Estimated Sources of Revenue, Inventories & Expenses, U.S.: 2007-20118) Television Broadcasting: Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2006-20119) Cable & Other Program Distribution, Estimated Sources of Revenue & Expenses, U.S.: 2006-201110

'The electronic age is bringing sweeping changes to the world of entertainment, media and publishing. This book covers these exciting developments and provides profiles of 400 leading global firms in film, radio, television, cable, digital content, new media and publishing. It contains thousands of contacts for business and industry leaders, industry associations, Internet sites and other resources. You'll get in-depth profiles of the world's top Entertainment & Media firms: our own unique list of companies that are the leaders in this field, from broadcasters to film production companies, casino operators to theme park companies, publishers of books and magazines to video game designers, and much more. Our corporate profiles include executive contacts, growth plans, financial records, addresses, phone and fax numbers and company descriptions. This innovative book offers unique information, all indexed and cross-indexed for each firm! Our industry analysis section provides an exceptional discussion of business and market trends. The book includes statistical tables covering revenues for several industry sectors. Purchasers will find a form in the book enabling them to register for 1-year, 1-seat online access to tools at Plunkett Research Online, including the ability to view the market research/industry trends section and industry statistics. You have access, at no additional charge, to the very latest data posted to Plunkett Research Online. Online tools enable you to search and view selected companies, and then export selected company contact data, including executive names. You'll find a complete overview, industry analysis and market research report in one superb, value-priced package.'