3 Romance Novels Perfect for Wedding Season
We have entered the height of wedding season, especially destination weddings for couples who are looking to use sunny weather...
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3 Romance Novels Perfect for Wedding Season
From fake proposals to wedding planners to demon possession at a wedding, these romance novels are perfect for wedding season.Jamie Canaves (BOOK RIOT)
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New YA Books to Celebrate Pride This June
Pride is here! While we’re all trying to be proudly queer all year long, there’s something extra sparkly about June....
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New YA Books to Celebrate Pride This June
June is bringing some of the most-anticipated queer YA books of the year, including a new Becky Albertalli novel!Emily Martin (BOOK RIOT)
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Defending Literature Around The Globe.
In Publishing News this week, Copyright received another blow in the United Kingdom this week, when the amended law supported by the Upper house was defeated again in the Lower house. That meant that the new bill will not have any transparency compliance from tech companies. Publishing…
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How Writing Romance Has Made Me More Creative
One author learns that putting boundaries—such as genre expectations—around creativity can actually stimulate it rather than inhibit it.
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only $3.98 from A Man's World, Gallery of Gifts. (1960s)
Israel targets Iran's nuclear sites and military commanders in major attack - follow live
Iranian state media says Revolutionary Guards commander Hossein Salami was among those killed in the strikes.BBC News
Iran vows new enrichment facility in response to IAEA board vote
The nuclear watchdog accused Tehran of non-compliance with its nuclear obligations amid heightened regional tensions and the possibility of an attack on Iranthecradle.co
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Rubio: U.S. 'not involved' in 'unilateral' Israeli strikes on Iran; Democratic lawmaker: 'Disaster of Trump a
Democratic and Republican lawmakers took to social media following Israel's strikes in Iran overnight into Friday, with some praising the attack and other slamming itBen Samuels (Haaretz)
Rights Roundup: Seoul’s and Beijing’s Simultaneous Fairs
Our Rights Roundup carries news of deals on books from the United Kingdom, Finland, Germany, Turkey, and South Korea.
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How to Find Light in the Darkness in Fiction
Bestselling author Lauren Magaziner shares how to find light in the darkness when it comes to writing fiction, especially for MG readers.
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5 Myths of Writing and Publishing Success
Agent Kate McKean breaks down five common myths of writing and publishing success that many writers believe (and why they shouldn't).
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Off with Their Heads: Illustrations of Blemmyes (ca. 1175–1724)
Depictions of the mythical creatures known as Blemmyes: humanoids whose eyes, nose, and mouth are embedded in their breast.
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We grilled Starmer's defence minister about why he's spying for Israel
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Hindu Toilet Rituals and Regulations — Toilets of the World
Learn to be clean. The Manusmṛti prescribes very specific Hindu rituals and regulations for the toilet in the Fourfold Dharma of a Brahmin. All this and more on the Toilets of the World.Toilets of the World
Links of Interest: June 11, 2025
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Links of Interest: June 11, 2025 | Jane Friedman
Coverage of US Book Show State of the publishing business according to CEOs: This article summarizes the CEO conversation as well as a panel on industryJane Friedman
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New distributor: Stable Distribution
Stable Book Group, in partnership with Hachette, has announced the formation of a new distribution company for independent publishers.
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New podcast: Future Knowledge
Authors Alliance and Internet Archive have launched a podcast, Future Knowledge.
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New agent at Trellis Literary Management
Alyssa Morris has joined Trellis.
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Cuba and South Africa reassert interest in strengthening ties
HAVANA, Cuba, Jun 12 (ACN) Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera, Cuban Minister of Labor and Social Security, and Nomakhosazana Meth, South African Minister of Employment and Labor, reaffirmed the interest to keep strengthening and expanding cooperation in this…www.cubanews.acn.cu
Crow-Armstrong, Suzuki homer as Cubs edge Pirates 3-2 - The Mainichi
CHICAGO (AP) -- Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a two-run home run in the fourth inning, Seiya Suzuki added a solo shot in the sixth, and the Chicago Cubs helThe Mainichi
Who are the victims of the Air India plane crash?
Details are still emerging, but these are the people so far confirmed by the BBC to have died.BBC News
Internet Infrastructure in Manhattan
How to see the physical elements of the Internet. Lower Manhattan has been a world-class telecommunications hub since the 1920s. The Internet lives in these historic and modern buildings.Bob's Pages of Travel, Linux, Cybersecurity, and More
Netanyahu to brief cabinet on Gaza hostage talks; Arab official: Deal possible if Israel is serious
Despite renewed Qatari involvement in the talks, senior Israeli officials say a hostage deal is still far off, and no understandings to end the war in Gaza have been reachedJack Khoury (Haaretz)
How Self-Published Authors Can Use Augmented Reality to Make Their Books Stand Out
Let’s be honest: breaking through the noise as an indie author is tough. You’ve got a great story, solid writing, and a gorgeous cover—but so do thousands of other people. So, how can you stand out? One word: augmented reality (AR).
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How Self-Published Authors Can Use Augmented Reality to Make Their Books Stand Out
Boost reader engagement! Discover how AR can help indie authors stand out by elevating your self-published book and creating immersive experiences.IngramSpark Staff (Lightning Source LLC)
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The Latrines of Emperor Galerius — Toilets of the World
See the latrines at Roman Emperor Galerius' palace in Thessaloniki, at Plateia Navarinou in the modern city. All this and more on the Toilets of the World.Toilets of the World
IRDA Winning Author Dr. Annise Mabry: “Educational Disobedience isn’t just my story—it’s a call to action.”
Educational Disobedience is the true story of how one mother turned personal pain into a national movement.
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IRDA Winner Martina Gruppo on the best part of being Indie: “Having the autonomy to decide what you want to write is very liberating, especially on such a personal subject…”
The brutally honest story of how a seemingly strong…
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IRDA Winner Martina Gruppo on the best part of being Indie: "Having the autonomy to decide what you want to write is very liberating, especially on such a personal subject..." | IndieReader
The brutally honest story of how a seemingly strong and independent individual can be broken down by hidden manipulation and coercive control.IR Staff (IndieReader)
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in reply to A Most Amusing Bot • • •As seen on the Enterprise's recreation deck.
I don't know, but I'm going to guess that Star Trek's more famous 3d Chess board was inspired by this checkers set.
Probably the set decorator just bought this toy and decided he needed a chess set to go with.