Social Media Trends: Authors Shift to TikTok & Instagram
Authors are shifting from YouTube & X to TikTok & Instagram, driven by visual content. Bluesky also sees growth. X's popularity declines due to content concerns. Instagram leads in engagement.
New Novels Explored: Family, Sequels, Love, and Venetian Mystery
Authors discuss their new books: Vuong's family themes, Weaver's sequel challenges, King's exploration of love, and Banville's Venetian ghost story. Politics, relationships, and mystery are explored.
Britney Spears & Federline: Infidelity and Turning Point
Federline recalls Spears' infidelity in Amsterdam, marking a turning point in their relationship. He expresses concern for their children amidst the turmoil after meeting and marrying in 2004.
Kamala Harris: Failures, Fan Base, and Future Ambitions
Kamala Harris faces scrutiny for perceived inadequacies and controversial actions, yet maintains a devoted following. Her future political aspirations, despite past shortcomings, remain a topic of discussion. Trump's claims are mentioned.
Mushroom Murders & Recipe for Murder: Erin Patterson Trial
Two books explore the Erin Patterson trial, focusing on the beef Wellington poisoning case. They analyze evidence, jury perspectives, and legal proceedings surrounding the deaths.
Alfred Beach’s Secret Subway: Pneumatic Dreams & Political Realities
Alfred Beach's secret pneumatic subway under Broadway faced political hurdles despite its innovative design. A glimpse into early mass transit challenges and parallels with modern projects like Hyperloop.
Common Knowledge: Rituals, Lies, and Social Harmony
Exploration of common knowledge, its role in social rituals, lies that bind groups, and the complexities of disrupting ethical status, as discussed in Steven Pinker's book. Bank run is also included.
Textbook Market Trends: Sales Down but September Shows Promise
Textbook sales are down in 2025, but September shows volume renewal. CGP dominates, while OUP sees declines. Evergreen titles remain crucial. Shift to cheaper textbooks impact vocational sales.
Indie Book Sales: Portas, Sapkowski, Armitage Outperform
Indie bookshops see strong sales for Portas, Sapkowski, and Armitage, outperforming general market. Osman remains #1. Indie chart differs from TCM, with select titles showing significant differences.
Kamala Harris’s Laugh: Voicemails, Critics, and Controversial Comments
Doug Emhoff recalls his love for Kamala Harris's laugh. Criticism arises after Harris's controversial comments at events in LA and San Francisco, with Kush Desai responding to her remarks.
Jane Birkin: Bohemian Life, Loves, and the Birkin Bag
Jane Birkin's bohemian life, from her scandalous romance with Serge Gainsbourg to inspiring the Hermès Birkin bag. Discover her journey through fame, love, and iconic fashion choices.
Angelo Codevilla: Renaissance Man, Strategist & Critic
Remembering Angelo Codevilla: a Renaissance man, strategic thinker, and critic of the national security establishment. His work influenced the Tea Party and foreshadowed Trump's rise.
Book Reviews: Muncaster, Burke, Banville & Maxwell
Reviews of books by Harriet Muncaster, Jason Burke, John Banville & Caragh Maxwell. Covering children's books, terrorism history, crime fiction, and debut novels set in Ireland. Must-read summaries!
Bloomsbury: Dyslexia-Friendly Editions for Accessible Reading
Bloomsbury is committed to accessibility with dyslexia-friendly editions, using specialized fonts and designs to reduce visual stress and make books accessible to all, especially the 1 in 10 adults in the UK with dyslexia.
2025 Summer Book Sales: Biographies Strong, Food Sales Drop
2025 summer book sales see biographies and autobiographies perform well. Food & Drink sales decline significantly. Murdle is a non-fiction hit. Overall market sees volume and value decrease.
Eric Adams & Jasmine Ray: Memoir, Romance, and Investigation
Jasmine Ray's memoir reveals a romance with NYC Mayor Eric Adams and the subsequent federal investigation. Includes details of their relationship and potential implications for Adams.
Indie Bookshop Charts: Osman’s New Release & Booker Impact
Richard Osman tops Indie Top 20. Booker shortlist boosts sales. Indies show unique title performance vs. TCM, with notable over-indexing by some titles. Chart adjustments made by The Bookseller.