AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSally Rooney’s Books: UK booksellers are unlikely to face legal consequences for selling remaining copies or importing her books, the Booksellers Association says, though it advises caution. Rooney’s UK sales jumped 332% after Faber stopped distributing her work; more than 150 writers and artists are urging the government to amend its Palestine Action ban. Book Challenges: Jefferson County Schools in Tennessee has removed 32 books from library shelves under state law, renewing scrutiny of school-library restrictions. AI and Publishing: The Society of Authors withdrew from an ethical AI charter after member backlash, as publishers push for stronger copyright protections and Meta faces an order to identify executives linked to book torrenting. Literary Events: New York City’s International Book Fair has doubled its programme to 160 events, adding dedicated offerings for children and young adults as it spotlights Spanish-language literature.
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