AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoChildren’s Publishing: Former Sanford resident Brian J. Ek is expanding a new children’s series, “The Adventures of Tucker the Rescue Dog,” with four books out and seven more planned. Memoir & Health: Brampton author Gemma Thomlinson’s “Living with a Chronic Illness or Two” turns fibromyalgia, migraines, and fatigue into a candid memoir aimed at pushing back on disbelief. Literary Craft & Global Reach: A three-day translation workshop has started at Kathmandu University, mentoring new translators in Nepali, Maithili, Tibetan, and Nepal Bhasa with major names from the translation world. Books & Ideas: Jill Lepore’s “The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State” takes on the push to escape the body and place through tech, AI, and space dreams. Publishing Culture: BookTok creators debate how AI allegations spread and why “receipts” matter when rumors can end careers. Local Events: Kamloops’ Barb’s Used Book and Music Sale returns Oct. 17–31, with donations sought ahead of the fundraiser.
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