The legacy of legendary singer-songwriter Bill Withers will be celebrated at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture’s Centennial Festival on June 13 when his wife, Marcia Withers, and daughter, Kori Withers, appear to discuss their children’s book, Grandma’s Hands. The mother-daughter team will participate in the festival’s Kids Clubhouse programming, introducing young readers…
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Many business books promise a roadmap to success, but few are built on the kind of real-world experience that spans international expansion, industry disruption, and decades of leadership. In his new book, Business is Simple: From a Family Cottage Business to World Processing and Markets, former Perdue Farms CFO and Handy Seafood owner Terry Conway…
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As smartphones continue to dominate the way people consume information, educators and instructional designers face a growing challenge: how do you create learning experiences that capture attention and deliver value on a small screen? Instructional design veteran Paul Clothier tackles that question in his new book, Mastering Mobile Learning Design: A Practical Guide, offering a…
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Hachette Book Group brought together educators, librarians, publishing professionals, and authors for its first-ever Tri-State Children’s Book Buzz, an event designed to showcase upcoming children’s and young adult titles from across the company’s publishing imprints. Held at Hachette’s New York headquarters, the event provided educators and library professionals from across the tri-state area with an…
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Kevin “KAYR” Robinson’s story is one of resilience, determination and transformation. Growing up in West Philadelphia, he faced homelessness, family instability, poverty and exposure to violence—circumstances that often derail young people before they have a chance to realize their potential. Instead of becoming another statistic, Robinson charted a different path, one that eventually led him…
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A powerful and often-overlooked work examining one of the most shocking tragedies of the 20th century is set to reach a new generation of readers this summer. As part of the inaugural season of Outsider Editions, a new reissue series from Doubleday launching on July 14, Journey to Nowhere: A New World Tragedy by Shiva…
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For many young women graduating from college and entering the workforce, the expectation is that talent, education, and hard work will be enough to succeed. Leadership expert and executive coach Dr. Lois Frankel says the reality can be far more complicated. In the newly revised 2026 edition of her bestselling book Nice Girls Don’t Get…
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Readers looking for a lighthearted mystery to pack in their beach bag this summer may want to add Murder on Vacation to their reading list. The latest novel from USA Today bestselling author Rosie A. Point combines a classic whodunit with interactive word search puzzles, creating a unique reading experience for mystery fans and puzzle…
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Hidden Passport, High Stakes: New Memoir Chronicles Doctor’s Escape From Iran and Pursuit of Freedom
A hidden American passport, religious persecution, and a daring journey toward freedom are at the center of a powerful new memoir from Iranian-American physician Dr. Nizam Missaghi. Set for release on September 22, Passport to Freedom: From Tehran to Triumph tells the remarkable true story of a man who was born a U.S. citizen but…
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As Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month shines a spotlight on influential voices across industries, children’s author and illustrator Vicky Fang is helping shape the next generation through books that blend literacy, creativity, and STEM education. A Chinese American writer and former Google product designer, Fang has built a successful career creating engaging stories…
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