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LibrariesThe Top 10 Library Stories of 2020
PW looks back at the library stories that captivated the publishing world this year—and what they portend for 2021.
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Libraries
Librarians Will Miss BookExpo
Over the years, librarians had to fight for a place at a show that initially catered to booksellers. And over the years, BookExpo became a valuable place for for librarians to learn about new titles each year.
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Libraries
Amazon Publishing in Talks to Offer E-books to Public Libraries
The potential deal would be a breakthrough moment in the library e-book market as Amazon currently does not make its digital content available to libraries. It would also be a major coup for the Digital Public Library of America's upstart e-book platform and its SimplyE library reading app.
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Libraries
PW Talks to Megha Majumdar
In her day job, Megha Majumdar publishes other authors' books. And now, her debut novel, 'A Burning' (Knopf) is a finalist for the American Library Association's prestigious Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction. PW caught up with Majumdar to talk about how she balances editing and writing, and how it feels to see her work recognized by the library community.
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Publisher News
Chicago High School Students Get Free Digital Access to Obama's 'A Promised Land'
All Chicago Public Schools high school students and staff can freely access the e-book and digital audio of 'A Promised Land' through December 31, 2020, via OverDrive's Sora app.
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Libraries
Now Is the Time to Finally Close the Digital Divide
The incoming president of the Association of Rural & Small Libraries argues that Covid-19 has shown us the urgent need for a national broadband strategy and a more equitable, sustainable digital library market.
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Libraries
ALA Announces Finalists for 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medals
The two medal winners will be announced by selection committee chair Bill Kelly at the Reference and User Services Association’s Book and Media Awards (BMAs) event, which will take place online on February 4, 2021, 3-4pm CST.
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Libraries
For Libraries, a Time of Caution and Optimism
As Covid-19 cases surge, librarians are putting safety first and finding a path forward.
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Libraries
As Covid-19 Cases Surge, PRH Again Extends Temporary E-book, Digital Audio Terms for Libraries, Schools
Penguin Random House executives this week confirmed that the publisher is extending its "temporary" digital license terms for e-books and digital audio in libraries and schools through March 31, 2021.
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Business Deals
B&T Returns to the Academic Library Market
Five years after it left the academic library market, Baker & Taylor has returned. The move, however, does not mean the wholesaler has any plans to get back into the retail market.
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Libraries
ALA Announces Longlist for 2021 Andrew Carnegie Medals
In all, a total of 46 books (26 fiction, 20 nonfiction) were selected, with a six-title shortlist—three each for the fiction and nonfiction medals—to be announced on November 17. The two medal winners will be announced during an online event set for February 4, 2021.
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Libraries
Three Candidates to Run for 2022-2023 ALA Presidency
The American Library Association this week announced that three candidates will vie for the association's 2022-2023 presidency: Stacey A. Aldrich, Ed Garcia, and Lessa Kanani'opua Pelayo-Lozada.
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Libraries
Panorama Project Names New Project Lead, Announces Free Webinar
The Panorama Project, the OverDrive-funded cross-industry initiative devoted to “data-informed insights on public libraries’ role in the publishing ecosystem” has announced the appointment of Daniel Albohn as the new Project Lead, replacing Guy LeCharles Gonzalez, who has taken a full-time position as Chief Content Officer at upstart service provider LibraryPass.
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Libraries
With Virus Resurgent, PRH Extends Open License for Online Readings Through March 2021
With the Covid-19 pandemic resurgent around the globe, Penguin Random House this week announced that it is extending its Open License for online story time and read-aloud videos through March 31, 2021.
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Publisher News
Barnes & Noble, Former CEO Abruptly End Litigation
The sudden end to the case comes after Barnes & Noble attorneys in September succeeded in knocking out Demos Parneros's claim of defamation, and just days before a scheduled pretrial conference on the parties' remaining claims.
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Libraries
Introducing ‘The Skillset Podcast' with R. David Lankes and Nicole A. Cooke
Each week 'The Skillset Podcast' will illuminate the complex issues facing libraries and other key institutions in these unprecedented times. Episode One, available now, features hosts David Lankes and Nicole Cooke in discussion with Tamara King, Head of Community Engagement at the Richland Public Library.
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Publisher News
DoJ Sues Author of Melania Trump Tell-All
The Department of Justice this week filed suit against Stephanie Winston Wolkoff, a former friend of first lady Melania Trump, alleging that she violated a nondisclosure agreement by publishing a tell-all book, 'Melania and Me: The Rise and Fall of My Friendship with the First Lady.'
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Libraries
A Reset for Library E-books
In the wake of the pandemic, can publishers and libraries finally hash out their differences?
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Copyright
Publishers Escape Fee Award as GSU E-Reserves Case Finally Ends
In a 14-page final order in the case, Judge Orinda Evans opted not to order the plaintiff publishers to pay GSU's attorney fees.
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Publisher News
Follett, Baker & Taylor Offer Business Update at Annual Summit
During a recent webinar, executives from Baker & Taylor and parent company Follett described how the school and library market has changed in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis.
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