A daily roundup of book and publishing news from across the Web: Texas Questions E-Book Publishers; Larry McMurtry Joins the E-Book Rush; Literary Novelist Turns to Vampires and Finds Pot of Gold; The By-The-Book Librarian; Penguin to Publish Children's Books Based on "Moshi Monsters" Virtual World; If You Liked My Book, You’ll Love These.
Texas Questions E-Book Publishers
In the WSJ, Jeffrey Trachtenberg writes that the Texas attorney general is making inquiries about the electronic book market. Both Hachette and HarperCollins said they have been approached by the state agency.
Larry McMurtry Joins the E-Book Rush
For the first time, Larry McMurtry has agreed to make his books available in electronic-book form.
Literary Novelist Turns to Vampires and Finds Pot of Gold
Is Justin Cronin prepared for the inevitable comparisons — another vampire book? — that could accompany the publication of his epic novel The Passage? The NYT's Julie Bosman finds out.
Astoria Characters: The By-The-Book Librarian
The Huffington Post meets Laurel Hicklin of the Steinway Library in Queens, NY.
Penguin to Publish Children's Books Based on "Moshi Monsters" Virtual World
With partnering publisher Penguin Group, Mind Candy will announce a licensing deal to publish a series of children's books based on "Moshi Monsters."
If You Liked My Book, You’ll Love These
NY Magazine talks to six writers to get on their favorite reading, genre by genre.
