AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBook Culture vs. Real Estate: Nobel laureate Han Kang’s Seoul bookstore Onul Books has closed after a change in ownership forced tenants out, a stark reminder that even major literary stars can’t outlast rising costs. Children’s Publishing: Pitt Community College instructor Christine Bates released “The Tiny Door: An Irp’s Tale,” a colorful new picture-book style adventure about an artist saving her village. AI in Schools: A new report warns that AI tools are spreading through K-12 faster than safeguards for student data, raising privacy fears. True Crime & Publishing: Author James Renner’s new book “A Cruise to Nowhere” revisits the Amy Bradley disappearance, arguing she may have jumped after depression and family conflict. Publishing & Pop Culture: Lucasfilm announced “Star Wars: Twin Crossroads,” a new adult novel exploring Luke and Leia’s mission to Coruscant, due April 2027. Book Trade & Events: Albuquerque’s Books on the Bosque lists multiple author talks this week, including Annie Hartnett’s “The Road to Tender Hearts.” Global Publishing: China’s 34th National Book Expo opened in Hangzhou with 1,000+ exhibitors and nearly 1 million books on offer.
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