VAT on print books and e-books across the EU
Everything filed under trade in our books & reading coverage, the 26 reports filed on it so far.
New Children's Books October 2026 Releases Announced
A slate of ten new children's and young adult books, from board books to YA novels, will be published by major houses in October 2026, featuring
New translated books fiction poetry 2026
Six new international fiction and poetry titles in translation are highlighted for September 2026, exploring identity, history, and societal critique
Authors Share Cultural Pride in New Children's Books
Four authors discuss their new children's books, which aim to shows Hispanic and Latinx history and culture for young readers during Heritage Month.
World Kid Lit Month 2026 Spotlights Nine New Translations
Words Without Borders marks the 10th World Kid Lit Month with a list of nine newly translated picture books, middle-grade, and young adult titles from
Indie Spotlight Shows New Picture Books
Publishers Weekly highlights 14 new independently published picture books, sharing author statements on themes of play, growth, and nature.
Open Books 2026 Sets Frankfurt Reading Festival
The 18th Open Books festival will run from October 6-10 alongside the Frankfurt Book Fair, featuring 200 authors in 144 free events.
Anita Brookner's 1982 Office Portraits Revisited
Ben Campbell examines a series of previously unpublished photographs of novelist Anita Brookner, taken by his father for the London Review of Books...
London Review of Books Letters on Hitchcock, Einstein
Readers of the London Review of Books share anecdotes about securing a rare Hitchcock film clip for a BBC drama, cataloguing folk songs about women
Richard Malka on Books, Law, and the Need to Write
French lawyer and author Richard Malka discusses the books that shaped him, from childhood science fiction to classical literature, and explains how
Prix Vendredi 2026 shortlist reveals ten
The jury for the tenth Prix Vendredi has selected ten French-language books for readers aged 13-18. The winner, to be announced on November 12, will...
Bonnier Books Acquires Nextory in Swedish Audiobook Market
Bonnier Books, owner of BookBeat, has agreed to acquire audiobook streaming platform Nextory, pending regulatory approval.
Marlon James, Jon Ronson Lead Week's Best Reviewed Books
Marlon James' The Disappearers and Jon Ronson's The Castle top the latest Book Marks list of best reviewed books, featuring strong praise from major
Kevin Powers on the books that shaped his life and writing
Author Kevin Powers reflects on key books from his childhood to adulthood, including how David Build Wallace’s Infinite Jest challenged him and why he
Rachel Cusk's 'Life of M' Probes Celebrity and Fiction
A London Review of Books piece analyzes Rachel Cusk's novel 'Life of M,' which uses a Natalie Portman-like actress to explore fame and inner life.
AAP, Authors Guild warn on library e-books
A publishing industry report claims library e-book lending hurts retail sales and opposes state laws regulating e-book licenses.
Volker Schlöndorff's 'Heimsuchung' Premieres
Volker Schlöndorff's film adaptation of Jenny Erpenbeck's novel 'Heimsuchung' begins its premiere tour. The film, starring Lars Eidinger and Martina...
Fall 2026 Indie Press Children's Books
Independent publishers are releasing six notable children's and YA titles in Fall 2026, exploring themes of home and family.
Fayard's Mille et Une Nuits Launches French
Fayard's Mille et Une Nuits imprint is launching a new collection of short, affordable books compiling famous quotes from four major French historical
New Children's Books Roundup
New children's picture books and novels are out, priced from £7.95 to £22. Authors include Allan Sanders, Kate Wakeling, and Frances Hardinge.
Regional Bookseller Organizations Emphasize Authors and Books
Regional bookseller organizations highlight authors and books at various conferences and events.
Literary Festivals in September 2026
A list of literary festivals taking place in September 2026 across France and Belgium.
Alice Roberts: The Books that Shaped Her Humanist Perspective
The British author and academic shares her earliest reading memories and the books that influenced her humanist views.
Toronto's Book Bar Becomes a Literary Hub
Book Bar, a liquor-licensed bookstore in Toronto's Mirvish Village, has quickly become a literary hub for the city, offering a unique blend of books...
Ukrainian Publishers Seek Support After Russian Attacks Destroy Millions of Books
The Ukrainian Book Institute is calling for international support after Russian attacks destroyed around 10m books and damaged the country's book...