Michael J. Fox has written a few books, but his latest title is going to be a good one. It is going to be called Future Boy and will primarily discuss his time during the Back to the Future trilogy and the Family Ties television series. For anyone who grew up in the 1980s and 1990s, this book will be a must-read. According to People, "Future Boy delves into a specific time … [Read more...] about Michael J. Fox is writing a book about Back to the Future
Bookselling News
B&N, Kobo, and Google Play Books Are Breaking California Law
Selling digital content such as e-books used to be the wild west. Online retailers could sell them at a loss to undercut the competition. Amazon was notorious for this sort of thing, and it made it the number one e-book store not only in North America but also in Europe. Kindle adoption skyrocketed, making it the number-one e-reader in the world. Things crashed because … [Read more...] about B&N, Kobo, and Google Play Books Are Breaking California Law
Iconic Bookstore WH Smith Has Been Sold
The British bookseller WH Smith has been selling books and other products for 250 years. They have 1,100 locations spread around the UK. Like all good things, it is coming to an end. WH Smith sold 480 locations for a paltry £76m and will be renamed TGJones, while the firm will keep the WH Smith brand for its travel business, which operates in railway stations, airports, and … [Read more...] about Iconic Bookstore WH Smith Has Been Sold
Sunrise on the Reaping Sold 1.5 Million Copies in a Week
The latest Hunger Games book has sold 1.5 million copies in English and was primarily sold in the U.S., U.K., Ireland, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. 1.2 million copies were sold in the United States alone. This does not only account for hardcover sales but also audiobooks and e-books. “With more than 1.2 million copies sold in the U.S. alone, Sunrise on the Reaping has … [Read more...] about Sunrise on the Reaping Sold 1.5 Million Copies in a Week
The New Hunger Games Book Releases Next Week
The new Hunger Games novel Sunrise on the Reaping has broken into the top five on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, ahead of its release date of March 18th. The hardcover has already been released if you have not pre-ordered it yet. Reaping is one of the most anticipated book releases of 2025. It's been on Amazon's best-seller list for most of the year and discounted on Amazon. The … [Read more...] about The New Hunger Games Book Releases Next Week
US ebook revenue increased by 1.6% in 2024
Digital book sales in the United States was up 1.6% as compared to 2023 for a total of $1.0 billion. Digital audiobook sales was up 23.8%, coming in at $1.1 billion in revenue. Physical Audio was down 37.4% coming in at $8.7 million. Year-To-Date Trade revenues were up 6.0%, at $9.5 billion on a year-to-date basis. Hardback revenues were up 6.8%, coming in at $3.5 billion; … [Read more...] about US ebook revenue increased by 1.6% in 2024
Margaret Atwood to Publish Memoir… Sort of
Margaret Atwood has never done things the usual way, and her upcoming memoir, Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts, proves that even when reflecting on her own life, she refuses to follow a traditional path. Set for release on November 4, 2025, by Doubleday in the United States, the book is a blend of personal history, memory and deep reflection. Known for her sharp intellect, dry … [Read more...] about Margaret Atwood to Publish Memoir… Sort of
How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Amazon shutting down all of its Quebec warehouses isn’t just about job losses—it’s also a big deal for book lovers, especially those who read in French. Amazon has been a major distributor of books in Quebec and things are about to changeand with its departure. What Happens to French Books Now? Many Quebecers rely on Amazon for quick access to books- particularly … [Read more...] about How will Amazon’s Quebec Exit affect Books and E-Readers?
Robert De Niro to Star Alex North’s ‘The Whisper Man’
Alex North’s The Whisper Man is set to make its way to the screen, with Robert De Niro starring in Netflix’s upcoming adaptation. The film is directed by James Ashcroft (Coming Home in the Dark) and will begin production this spring on the East Coast. There is high anticipation surrounding De Niro’s involvement. “AGBO is excited to be embarking on our sixth film with our … [Read more...] about Robert De Niro to Star Alex North’s ‘The Whisper Man’