Insight Editions Partners With Eli Roth’s Horror Section
Starting in 2027, Insight Editions will publish a new line of horror-inspired books in collaboration with director Eli Roth’s media company The Horror Section, People reports. The books will span “fiction, lifestyle, interactive formats and more.” “Eli Roth has built a global following through his distinct voice and deep understanding of the genre,” Insight publisher and ceo Raoul Goff said. “We’re excited to partner with The Horror Section to bring their bold and imaginative storytelling into the publishing space.” “This collaboration allows us to expand the boundaries of horror publishing with a list that is immersive, collectible and full of […]
Obituary: Katharine Trowbridge
Katharine Trowbridge, 68, US publicity director for Titan Publishing Group, died on June 28. She worked at Titan for almost two decades. Titan Entertainment Group co-owners Nick Landau and Vivian Cheung said in a statement in the Bookseller, “We are devastated by the loss of Katharine. She had the warmest of personalities and cared deeply for all her authors as well as her colleagues on both sides of the Atlantic. She glowed whenever she discussed any aspect of publishing and had a phenomenal knowledge of all facets of publishing. Her contribution to Titan enabled us to grow far faster in […]
International Booker Prize Funds Double With New Backer
Bukhman Philanthropies will finance the International Booker Prize, allowing the prize monies to be doubled to £100,000. Shortlisted titles will continue to win £5,000. The grant funds the prize for the next ten years and the award will be renamed the Bukhman International Booker Prize. The judges for the 2027 prize will be Patrick McGuinness, Caleb Azumah Nelson, Olga Ravn, and Tessa Thompson, along with chair Katie Kitamura.
People 7/2
TG Jones Avoids Bankruptcy for Now
UK retailer TG Jones’s restructuring plan was approved in court, allowing the company to avoid bankruptcy, at least for now. Under the plan, private equity owner Modella Capital will give the bookstore chain, which was formerly WH Smith, a £15 million loan, in addition to the £10 million loan they gave in April, the Independent reports. “We welcome the court’s approval of our restructuring plan,” TG Jones ceo Alex Willson said. “The plan protects the substantial core of the store estate and makes TG Jones a stronger, more sustainable business. We are incredibly grateful to all the colleagues, partners and […]