Here is a round-up of some of the latest writing news in the world of journalism and publishing.
New York City Libraries Are Open … Sort Of
The city's library systems are slowly opening up, and at some you can even browse freely among the stacks. (NY Times)
May 3rd was World Press Freedom Day
"The theme of this year’s World Press Freedom Day, “Information as a Public Good”, underlines the indisputable importance of verified and reliable information. It calls attention to the essential role of free and professional journalists in producing and disseminating this information, by tackling misinformation and other harmful content." (UNESCO)
— Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day
London Book Fair Outlines Virtual Events
The London Book Fair has announced a schedule of topics and conferences that will be covered during its virtual online book fair, which will run from June 7 to July 1. (Publishers Weekly)
Joel Friedlander, Author and Book Designer, Dies, Aged 73
The author, blogger, book designer, publisher, and publishing industry consultant, died on May 7 of cancer. (Publishers Weekly)
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