An industry gathering poses a question: What does book publishing need to make innovation "stick"? Continue Reading
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Founded in 2006 by Allen Lau and Ivan Yuen, Wattpad connects a global community of 94 million readers and writers through the power of story. It was one of the first online platforms to feature the work of writers from around the world. Continue Reading
At its annual meeting in April, the BISG recognizes industry veterans Joe Gonnella and Patricia Payton. Continue Reading
Michael Pietsch, CEO of Hachette Book Group, will provide the opening keynote at BISG's Annual Meeting, scheduled to take place in person on April 22 at the Harvard Club of New York. Continue Reading
The pandemic has challenged supply chains across almost all industries, including book publishing. Long-standing practices for things like forecasting, vendor management, paper ordering, data sharing, and extended supply chains have all been questioned. Continue Reading
BISG members have access to health insurance and prescription drug benefits through LIG Solutions. Continue Reading
On April 23, BISG held its 45th annual meeting, hosting nearly 200 virtual attendees in a multi-session discussion dedicated to "Ensuring a Sustainable Future for the Book Business". Continue Reading
The Book Industry Study Group (BISG) will recognize Maureen McMahon, President & Publisher at Kaplan Publishing, Connie Harbison, Director of Authority Control at Baker & Taylor, and Andy Hunter, CEO of Bookshop, with industry awards presented at its Annual Meeting in New York on April 23. Continue Reading