Here is a round-up of some of the latest writing news in the world of journalism and publishing.
High Wire, Low Tech: Why the Internet Generation Loves Typewriters
"Freed from online distractions, young writers are embracing the clacking of keys." (Sydney Morning Herald)
Publishers and Authors Wonder: Can Anything Replace BookTok?
"With a ban looming, publishers are hoping to pivot to new platforms, but readers fear their community of book lovers will never be the same." (NY Times)
Italian Journalist Cecilia Sala Returns Home After Release from Prison in Iran
"Cecilia Sala, an Italian journalist who was held in solitary confinement for almost three weeks in Iran, has returned home after being freed from prison." (Guardian)
What Should Book Publishing Expect Under a Second Trump Administration?
"Donald J. Trump is president again. This time, the book business knows what to expect — mostly." (Publishers Weekly)
Global Publishing Markets See Mixed Results in 2024
"Global book publishing had a mixed performance in 2024, with Brazil's exports surging 266% while European markets faced declines. Physical book sales fell across France, Italy, and the U.K., where a lack of consumer confidence after another year of inflation took the blame. German and Swiss markets remained stable, with price increases offsetting declines in unit sales." (Publishers Weekly)
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