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Jamie Oliver pulls children’s book from shelves after criticism for ‘stereotyping’ Indigenous Australians

Billy and the Epic Escape to be withdrawn worldwide after First Nations groups say fantasy novel trivialises complex and painful histories

Article via The Guardian

John Boyne: ‘I’ve reviewed books by friends and occasionally by antagonists but there’s only one I regret’

Author on latest book in his four-part cycle about abuse and inviting JK Rowling to his dream dinner party

Article via The Irish Times

Rights - Atlantic Books pre-empts 'extraordinary and comprehensive' Swedish book on black holes

tlantic Books has pre-empted an "extraordinary and comprehensive" Swedish book on black holes.

Article via The Bookseller

I Gave My Son the Books I Loved. He Chose ‘Heidi’ Instead.

What a 19th-century Swiss novel, and a young fan's pilgrimage to the Alps, taught me about fatherhood.

Article via New York Times

The best science books of 2024, from lethal technology to eternal life

This year, leading thinkers asked how humanity became so fragile, what other life could exist in the universe, and whether it’s already here

Article via The Telegraph

The Best Books To Read For Learning Business Strategy

Building a successful business all comes down to one thing: Strategy. Within this strategy, leaders will outline plans for growth, brand and direction. With a good strategy at its core, a business can stay resilient and adaptable throughout its entrepreneurial journey...

Article via TechRound

Indie bookshop owner celebrates 'magic' of books

An independent bookstore was nominated Trader of the Week for their service.

Article via Hexham Courant

HMV expands book offer with dedicated floor at Oxford Street flagship

Hmv is expanding its offer of books at its Oxford Street store as it marks its first major foray into literature as a standalone offering within its retail space.

Article via Retail Gazette

Books of the Year II

Peter Parker The New Zealand novelist Catherine Chidgey ought to be much more celebrated in this country than she is.

Article via The Spectator

News - Bloomsbury Children’s Books acquires illustrated story of First World War messenger dogs

Bloomsbury has acquired Lyndsay Roberts Rayne's "moving wordless story" about a First World War messenger dog.

Article via The Bookseller

The best sports books of 2024, from cricket’s soul to Sven’s goodbye

The best sports books of 2024, from cricket's soul to Sven's goodbye...

Article via The Telegraph

‘It gets more and more confused’: can AI replace translators?

A Dutch publisher has announced that it will use AI to translate some of its books – but those in the industry are worried about the consequences if this becomes the norm

Article via The Guardian

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Influence | The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini

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