HIGHLIGHTS | BOOK WORLD UPDATE | NOV/ DEC 2023
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TOP NEWS: Top Publishing News for the Month
UK Publishers Open a ‘Work in Publishing’ Campaign | Learn more
Since Afghanistan banned girls from school, its book trade has plummeted 50%| Learn more
In the UK: Marcus Leaver Announces Gemini Books Group | Learn more
At Guadalajara: Mexico’s Publishers Promote Sustainability, Social Responsibility | Learn more
India – Can the 2024 Kolkata International Book Fair beat 2023’s 2.6 million footfall and £4 million book spend? | Learn more
TOP TRENDS: Publishing Trends to Look Out For
Agents and Editors Aren’t Always Right About Market Potential | Learn more
AI invades ‘word of the year’ lists at Oxford, Cambridge, and Merriam-Webster | Learn more
Wattpad launches Premium Picks | Learn more
Authors Guild creates Generative AI Survey | Learn more
Copyright: Canadian Publishing Calls Out Ottawa’s Inaction | Learn more
TOP OPPORTUNITIES: Current Contests, Promotions & Freebies
Italian Publishers: Toughen Europe’s AI Act Regulations | Learn more
Penguin Announces Book Imprints for Sports Domain | Learn more
Book Awards: An End to Magical Thinking? | Learn more
Understanding Sales Figures for Indie Authors: We Need to Talk About… Numbers | Learn more
Phenomenal First Pages Contest | Learn more
AUTHOR RESOURCES: The Latest Tools, Tutorials & Expert Tips For Authors
Inspirational Indie Author Interview: Sarah Ziegel – Mom Helps Other Parents Navigate Kids’ Autism | Learn more
Finding Your Voice as a Writer| Learn more
How To Create Engaging Content In 2024 | Learn more
Best ideas books of 2023 | Learn more
How to Write a Psychological Thriller: Definition, Tips, and How to Publish | Learn more
BOOK AWARDS: Upcoming Awards for Authors
1. FIREBIRD BOOK AWARDS
- Entry Fee: $55 (1 category)
- Deadline: 31st December
- Genres: All Genres
- Location: All English Territories | Learn more
2. Pinnacle Book Achievement Awards
- Entry Fee: $50 (1 category)
- Deadline: 22nd December
- Genres: All Genres
- Location: All English Territories | Learn more
3. Feathered Quill Book Awards
- Entry Fee: $97 (1 category)
- Deadline: 15th December
- Genres: All Genres
- Location: All English Territories | Learn more