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,…
Read MoreEmily 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.…
Read MoreIn 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…
Read MoreWriter 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…
Read MoreBestselling 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…
Read MoreA 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…
Read MoreA 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…
Read MoreAs 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…
Read MoreFrom 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…
Read MoreHarold “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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