Literary Hub published an analysis on unions gaining momentum in the publishing sector.
The piece explores reasons behind increased union activity among publishing workers. It highlights current trends without detailing specific events or outcomes. No particular labor actions or company responses were mentioned in the available information.
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Literary Hub has published a series of 13 reviews highlighting books by trans and queer authors that received no coverage in the New York Times Book Review from 2013 to 2022. The project, titled 'What Was Lost: A Queer Accounting of the NY Times Book Review, 2013-2022,' responds to the editorial tenure of Pamela Paul, who led the section during that period and later wrote an anti-trans essay. Organized by Sandy E. Allen and Maris Kreizman, the initiative aims to address gaps in literary criticism and foster discussion on representation.
Literary Hub has released an article exploring Ukrainian literature as a lens for understanding the ongoing war. Titled 'Writing While the Alphabet Burns: Ukrainian Literature to Help Understand the Ongoing War,' it appeared on the site recently.
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A new piece appeared on Literary Hub questioning the value of most writers.
Many major Japanese companies have agreed in full to unions' pay hike demands in this year's shunto negotiations. Close attention is on whether this momentum will spread to small companies, which employ about 70% of Japan's workers.
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Publishers Weekly has published its Best Books of Summer list as temperatures rise. The update covers new titles, celebrity memoir announcements, and recent adaptations. Library workers receive a roundup of literary trends and awards.
Independent authors have recently announced a series of new book releases through PR.com, covering genres from spiritual devotionals to children's stories and memoirs. These publications aim to inspire, educate, and provide comfort to readers. The books are published by companies including Covenant Books, Page Publishing, and others.
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The bestselling books for the week ending March 12, 2026, draw from combined results of USA Today, Publishers Weekly, New York Times, Amazon, and Indie Booksellers lists. New releases from established authors like B.K. Borison, C.J. Box, and Michael Pollan enter the rankings. The lists show a noted lack of diversity, predominantly featuring white authors.