Scholastic released its fourth quarter and full year earnings report, with sales down in both periods as success in book fairs and entertainment could not offset declines in trade sales. “Today, our company is more clearly organized around the advantages that make Scholastic distinctive: a trusted brand, beloved IP, proprietary school-based channels and deep relationships with educators and families built over more than a century,” ceo Peter Warwick said in a release. “Scholastic remains uniquely positioned to connect books, schools, homes and screens in ways that deepen kids’ engagement with stories and bring more children back to reading at a […]
People 7/24
Agents Can Offer Non-Editorial Work, Act as Publishers According to New AALA Ethics Rules
The Association of American Literary Agents updated its canon of ethics, clarifying the language and making changes to its policies as some agents offer services outside of traditional editorial work. The canon was last updated in 2022. “Authors and creators are asking more of their literary agents than ever before, and our members should have the flexibility to meet those evolving needs in ways that make sense for their businesses and their clients,” AALA president Regina Brooks said in a release. ” The revised Canon gives members the flexibility to respond to an evolving publishing landscape while preserving the trust, […]
Imprints: Simon Stream
Simon & Schuster UK has launched Simon Stream, a new digital-focused imprint that will “publish books simultaneously worldwide in English across all formats.” First titles include a five-book cozy crime series The Moriarty & Co Mysteries by Jack Gatland. Victoria Pepe will serve as publishing director of the new imprint. She was previously at Lake Union Publishing. She said, “Legions of authors have carved out huge success in the indie space; appreciating the speed and reader-focus that self-publishing offers them. But they can also gain so much from the editorial partnership, digital marketing expertise and the global reach that a publisher […]
People 7/23
Authors Talk: Justine Larbalestier and Scott Westerfeld
The Mortons. (Pamela Dorman Books, July 21. Editor: Jeramie Orton. Agent: Jill Grinberg.) Scott Westerfeld is the author of 12 New York Times bestsellers, including the multimillion-selling young adult series The Uglies. Westerfeld’s books have won many awards and been named New York Times Notable and ALA Best Books of the Year. Justine Larbalestier is the author of Liar, My Sister Rosa, and six other young adult novels. Her books have been named ALA, Kirkus, and Publishers Weekly Best Books of the Year. She is also a vintage fashion obsessive and (very) part-time model. How was the publishing process for your first […]