Books

Qiky Kidz Founder Sharmeika Davis-Boyd Turns Storytelling Into a Movement for Young Minds

By NEW YORK TREND / April 1, 2026 / Comments Off on Qiky Kidz Founder Sharmeika Davis-Boyd Turns Storytelling Into a Movement for Young Minds

Sharmeika Davis-Boyd is building more than a brand—she’s creating a movement centered on literacy, creativity, and community connection. As the founder of Qiky Kidz LLC, Davis-Boyd has carved out a unique space in educational entertainment, using storytelling and interactive experiences to inspire children and families across New York. An accomplished author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker,…

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Emily Meehan Is Redefining Publishing Beyond the Book

By NEW YORK TREND / March 30, 2026 / Comments Off on Emily Meehan Is Redefining Publishing Beyond the Book

Emily Meehan is emerging as a transformative force in modern publishing. As SVP and Publisher of Union Square & Co., Meehan is helping reshape how audiences engage with content—expanding far beyond traditional books into interactive, tactile experiences. Operating under Hachette Book Group, Union Square & Co. has become a key driver of innovation and growth.…

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Lost in Time Explores Humanity’s Forgotten Knowledge and the Risks of a Digital Reliance

By NEW YORK TREND / March 25, 2026 / Comments Off on Lost in Time Explores Humanity’s Forgotten Knowledge and the Risks of a Digital Reliance

In an era dominated by cloud storage, artificial intelligence, and instant access to information, humanity may be sleepwalking into a digital dark age, warns engineer and innovator Jack R. Bialik. His new book, Lost in Time: Our Forgotten and Vanishing Knowledge, offers a compelling exploration of how centuries of human ingenuity have been lost—and why…

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Daniel Cubillo Unveils Insider Guide for Today’s Creators in ‘The Creative Mastermind Mind’

By NEW YORK TREND / March 23, 2026 / Comments Off on Daniel Cubillo Unveils Insider Guide for Today’s Creators in ‘The Creative Mastermind Mind’

Writer and creative executive Daniel Cubillo, whose career spans some of the world’s most recognizable entertainment properties, has released his new book, The Creative Mastermind Mind: From Roadrunner to Showrunner, offering a sharp, practical guide for creators navigating the ever-changing content landscape. Cubillo has shaped stories for iconic franchises including Top Chef, Fear Factor, Real…

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Family Secrets, Fame, and Fallout Collide in Sarah Vaughan’s Gripping New Thriller

By NEW YORK TREND / March 21, 2026 / Comments Off on Family Secrets, Fame, and Fallout Collide in Sarah Vaughan’s Gripping New Thriller

Bestselling author Sarah Vaughan returns with a riveting new novel, Based on a True Story, a layered literary thriller that blends family drama, ambition, and long-buried secrets into a compelling summer read. Known for hits like Anatomy of a Scandal—which became a global Netflix sensation—and Little Disasters, Vaughan has built a reputation for crafting stories…

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New Books to Watch: Art, History, Thrillers and Cultural Stories Take Center Stage

By Ann Brown / March 18, 2026 / Comments Off on New Books to Watch: Art, History, Thrillers and Cultural Stories Take Center Stage

A wide range of new books hitting shelves this season are exploring everything from art and history to technology, suspense, and personal transformation. From vibrant visual storytelling rooted in Aboriginal culture to thrillers set inside the secretive world of Big Tech, these titles reflect the diversity of voices shaping today’s literary landscape. Readers will also…

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Whistleblower Book ‘Into the Wood Chipper’ Details Inside Story of USAID’s Dismantling Under Trump

By NEW YORK TREND / March 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Whistleblower Book ‘Into the Wood Chipper’ Details Inside Story of USAID’s Dismantling Under Trump

A political memoir will reignited debate over U.S. foreign aid policy and the fate of one of the nation’s largest humanitarian agencies. Summit Books announced it will publish Into the Wood Chipper: A Whistleblower’s Account of How the Trump Administration Shredded USAID by Nicholas Enrich on April 14. The book offers a firsthand account of…

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Publishing Powerhouse Kristin Kiser Is Expanding Books Into Experiences

By NEW YORK TREND / March 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Publishing Powerhouse Kristin Kiser Is Expanding Books Into Experiences

As Women’s History Month approaches, one publishing leader is standing out for reshaping how books reach audiences far beyond the printed page. Kristin Kiser, president and publisher of the Workman and Running Press Group at Hachette Book Group, is helping redefine what a modern publishing company can be. Under Kiser’s leadership, the Workman and Running…

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This Season’s Must-Reads: From Bold Business Guides to Riveting Historical and Literary Journeys

By Ann Brown / March 9, 2026 / Comments Off on This Season’s Must-Reads: From Bold Business Guides to Riveting Historical and Literary Journeys

From history to health, fiction to faith, this season’s new releases offer readers a rich mix of insight, imagination, and inspiration. Avery Sutton charts Christianity’s impact on American public life across five centuries, while Andre M. Perry provides a data-driven roadmap for closing the power gap in Black America. Art lovers can explore Kaylene Whiskey’s…

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Reformed Gangster Disciple Leader Harold ‘Noonie G’ Ward Returns to the Block in Fourth Book, ‘Altgeld’

By NEW YORK TREND / March 7, 2026 / Comments Off on Reformed Gangster Disciple Leader Harold ‘Noonie G’ Ward Returns to the Block in Fourth Book, ‘Altgeld’

Harold “Noonie G” Ward, a former Gangster Disciple leader turned community activist, youth mentor, and entrepreneur, returns to the streets of his youth in his fourth book, Altgeld. Drawing from his lived experience in Altgeld Gardens, one of Chicago’s most storied South Side housing complexes, Ward delivers a gripping work of fiction grounded in the…

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