Jim Carrey to Self-Publish Children’s Book

‘Ace Ventura’ Star To Write and Self-Publish Kid’s Book

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March 26, 2013 (4) comments
Jim Carrey, the actor known for roles as diverse as ‘The Mask’, ‘Bruce Almighty’ and ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’ is set to self-publish a "metaphysical children’s book”.
Tarantino Films as Classic Paperbacks

Tarantino Films as Classic Paperbacks

March 26, 2013 (5) comments
Ever wonder what popular movies by a provocative filmmaker would look like if displayed on the dime rack in a pharmacy? One artist imagined just such a thing, and the results are stunning.
Neil Gaiman Returns to the Marvel Universe

Neil Gaiman Returns to the Marvel Universe This Summer

March 25, 2013 (1) comments
The author will write one issue for two separate series, each featuring one of his popular, long-dormant characters.
Random House Signs 17 Year-Old Author

Random House Signs 17 Year-Old Welsh Student

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March 25, 2013 (3) comments
Beth Reekles, a high school student from Newport, Wales has just signed a three book deal for her teen romances.
"Worst. Person. Ever." by Douglas Coupland

Douglas Coupland Announces New Novel Via Twitter

In about 140 characters, the author reveals a title and release date for his forthcoming book.
Simon & Schuster to Share Piracy Data

Simon & Schuster to Share Piracy Data with Authors and Agents

Utilizing full disclosure as combat tool, the publisher will now make illegal downloading statistics more transparent.
HBO Considering ‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel Series

Fancy a ‘Game of Thrones’ Prequel Series?

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March 22, 2013 (1) comments
George R.R. Martin revealed in an interview that there’s been some talk with HBO about a prequel to the successful fantasy series, to be based on some of his stories.
Kings To Pay $3 million for Bangor Library Renovation

Kings To Pay $3 million Toward Bangor Library Renovation - If Library Can Find the Rest

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March 21, 2013 (1) comments
Stephen and Tabitha King have offered to pay a third of the renovation costs for Bangor’s century-old Public Library, as long as the institution can raise the rest.
Librarian Fired Over Harlem Shake Video

Librarian Fired Over Harlem Shake Video

March 21, 2013 (2) comments
Apparently, the latest meme craze is a firable offense, at least according to Oxford University.
Symphony Charity Auction

Charity Auction Offers Meetings with Jennifer Egan, Neil Gaiman, Leonard Nimoy and Others

An upcoming auction in support of Symphony Space is sure to trip the book nerd's proverbial trigger.