October 17, 2025
Follett Content, Mackin Enter the Public Library MarketFollowing Baker & Taylor's collapse, two companies with long histories serving the school library market will expand to the public library sector. Follett CEO Britten Follett called public libraries “the perfect space for us to grow and a natural extension of our business.” more
Trump Refiles Lawsuit Against PRH, ‘NYT’After a federal judge tossed President Donald Trump’s disparagement lawsuit filed in September against the New York Times and Penguin Random House, Trump has refiled a claim seeking $15 billion in damages. The defendants once again called the suit meritless. more
In Frankfurt, HarperCollins and PRHGE Execs Share Growth StrategiesNúria Cabutí of Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial and Chantal Restivo-Alessi of HarperCollins International discussed how the two publishing giants are addressing the industry’s evolving landscape, from acquisitions to AI. more
International Publishers Association President Defends Freedom of Expression As the Frankfurt Book Fair began, International Publishers Association president Gvantsa Jobava said publishers are obliged to speak truth to power in a publishing landscape she described as increasingly hostile to democratic values. more
Frankfurt Attendees Discuss Children’s Books in a Fragile WorldThe third annual Frankfurt Kids Conference, held on October 15, addressed the importance of engaging young readers in times of global unrest. “We want to show that children’s book publishing is an important part of citizenship,” moderator Lawrence Schimel told PW. more
Publishing Sales Hit a Wall in JulyJuly was a rough month for trade publishers that report their sales to the AAP’s StatShot program, with sales of adult trade titles dropping 13.6% in the month compared to a year ago, while sales in the children’s and YA category fell 10.4%. more
Good Vibes at NYCCRetailers and publishers put aside the myriad challenges facing the comics industry—from tariffs to the uncertain post-Diamond distribution landscape—to enjoy an upbeat New York Comic Con, held October 8–12. more
Jumpstart, LFL Partner on Early Literacy InitiativeJumpstart, a national organization that recruits and trains adults to teach foundational literacy skills to preschoolers, is partnering with Little Free Library to expand the 20th anniversary celebration for its Read for the Record early literacy initiative. more
Highlights of Next Week's Stars
Galapagos Fátima Vélez, trans. from the Spanish by Hannah Kauders. Astra House, $22 (208p) ISBN 978-1-6626-0226-9
Beckomberga Sara Stridsberg, trans. from the Swedish by Deborah Bragan-Turner. FSG Originals, $18 trade paper (288p) ISBN 978-0-374-61991-6
The Murder at World’s End: A Stockingham & Pike Mystery Ross Montgomery. Morrow, $30 (336p) ISBN 978-0-06-345877-2
The Oak and the Larch: A Forest History of Russia and Its Empires Sophie Pinkham. Norton, $35 (352p) ISBN 978-1-324-03668-5
Miracle Children: Race, Education, and a True Story of False Promises Katie Benner and Erica L. Green. Metropolitan, $29.99 (272p) ISBN 978-1-250-75910-8
Children's Books
Magick Hoodoo Child Amber McBride, illus. by Violeta Encarnación. HarperCollins, $19.99 (40p) ISBN 978-0-06-339540-4
New Books and More
Starred Reviews Releasing This WeekHere’s a handy roundup of all the books that received starred reviews in PW that are hitting shelves this week. More
Hot as Hell: PW Talks with Alexandria BellefleurA heartbroken woman makes a deal with a sexy demon to win back her ex-girlfriend in the Lambda Award winner’s The Devil She Knows. more
Erin Somers on 5 Quintessential Postwar Tales of AdulteryThe novelist reflects on the enduring appeal of novels and stories by authors such as John Cheever and Richard Yates and shares how they shaped The Ten Year Affair. more
How ‘The Scammer’ by Tiffany D. Jackson Got MadeAn inside look at the publication process for the author’s latest novel. more
37th Harvey Awards Highlight Indie PublishersBeneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees by Patrick Horvath (l.) and Raised by Ghosts by Briana Loewinsohn (r.) were among the top winners at this year’s ceremony honoring the best in comics, held October 10 at New York Comic Con. more
Taylor Cassidy Wants Young Readers to Learn History from a Context of JoyTaylor Cassidy made her way onto Time’s 100 Creators list with her TikTok series Fast Black History, showcasing Black historical figures and their accomplishments. Here, Cassidy reflects on her YA nonfiction debut, Black History Is Your History. more
Megan Clendenan Unlocks a Global Seed VaultIn Just in Case: Saving Seeds in the Svalbard Global Seed Vault, Megan Clendenan spotlights the construction of Norway’s seed storage unit, which houses more than 580 million frozen seeds “just in case” the world needs them. We spoke with the Vancouver-based writer about hopeful solutions to the world’s challenges. more
Media Mavens Penn and Kim Holderness Launch a Picture BookAs authors, digital content creators, podcast hosts, and winners of the globe-trotting reality series The Amazing Race, Penn and Kim Holderness have built a broad platform. Their first picture book, All You Can Be with ADHD, is a rhyming celebration of neurodiversity. more
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Mate
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The Intruder
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The Secret of Secrets
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Exploring Ezekiel: The Next Big War, Earth's Final Days, and Your Eternal Destination
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In the Name of Freedom: A Political Dissident's Fight for Human Rights in the NBA and Around the World
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Cry Havoc: A Tom Reece Thriller
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Alchemised
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Last Rites
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