Books

Workplace Bullying Isn’t Just for Kids: A Veteran Executive Speaks Out

By NEW YORK TREND / March 1, 2026 / Comments Off on Workplace Bullying Isn’t Just for Kids: A Veteran Executive Speaks Out

When most people think of bullying, childhood comes to mind: schoolyard taunts, playground intimidation, or locker-room harassment. But as veteran television executive Andy Regal knows all too well, bullying doesn’t always end when we grow up. For millions of adults, it follows them into the workplace, often quietly, invisibly, and with lasting consequences. According to…

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Kip Lyman’s ‘The Purple Ribbon’: A Chilling Tale of Trauma, Choices, and Community Reverberations

By Ann Brown / February 27, 2026 / Comments Off on Kip Lyman’s ‘The Purple Ribbon’: A Chilling Tale of Trauma, Choices, and Community Reverberations

In her Amazon #1 Best Seller, The Purple Ribbon, author Kip Lyman transforms an ordinary ribbon into a haunting emblem of past sins, unresolved childhood trauma, and the consequences that ripple through an entire community. The psychological thriller delves into the delicate intersections of memory, morality, and resilience, crafting a story that is both unnerving…

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Ana Kinsella’s Debut Novel ‘Frida Slattery As Herself’ Explores Art, Ambition, and the Bonds That Shape Us

By Ann Brown / February 26, 2026 / Comments Off on Ana Kinsella’s Debut Novel ‘Frida Slattery As Herself’ Explores Art, Ambition, and the Bonds That Shape Us

Irish writer and journalist Ana Kinsella makes a striking entrance into fiction with her debut novel, Frida Slattery As Herself, set for release by Ecco on May 5, 2026. The novel traces the seventeen-year relationship between Frida Slattery, a young Irish actress, and John Reddan, a visionary and often difficult director, following their intertwined lives…

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Bill Withers’ Legacy Lives On: Family Hosts Book Signing & Reading Series For ‘Grandma’s Hands’

By NEW YORK TREND / February 25, 2026 / Comments Off on Bill Withers’ Legacy Lives On: Family Hosts Book Signing & Reading Series For ‘Grandma’s Hands’

A timeless song becomes a story in “Grandma’s Hands,” the 32-page children’s picture book inspired by the legendary Bill Withers’ iconic 1971 hit. The book, published by independent Freedom Three Publishing, brings Withers’ soulful ode to elders to life through vivid, emotive illustrations, capturing a young boy finding comfort, guidance, and unconditional love in his…

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From Setback to Reinvention: Becca Pearce Shows How Fear Can Fuel Personal and Professional Transformation

By Ann Brown / February 23, 2026 / Comments Off on From Setback to Reinvention: Becca Pearce Shows How Fear Can Fuel Personal and Professional Transformation

Becca Pearce knows what it means to start over. Once the CEO of the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange, she experienced a very public professional setback followed by a life-threatening brain tumor diagnosis — events that forced her to rethink success, identity, and purpose. Today, she has reinvented herself as a personal executive coach, inspirational speaker,…

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ILP Bolsters Leadership with Publishing Veterans James Meader and Jennifer Bassuk to Expand Global Literary Reach

By NEW YORK TREND / February 23, 2026 / Comments Off on ILP Bolsters Leadership with Publishing Veterans James Meader and Jennifer Bassuk to Expand Global Literary Reach

International Literary Properties (ILP) is strengthening its leadership team with the appointment of two seasoned publishing executives to its literary division, signaling continued expansion for the global literary and theatrical rights company. James Meader has been named President of Publishing for ILP Literary, while Jennifer Bassuk will serve as President of Partnerships. Both executives joined…

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‘Mrs. Shim Is a Killer’: A Darkly Humorous Korean Thriller Set to Slice Through Spring 2026

By Ann Brown / February 18, 2026 / Comments Off on ‘Mrs. Shim Is a Killer’: A Darkly Humorous Korean Thriller Set to Slice Through Spring 2026

Kang Jiyoung’s latest novel, Mrs. Shim Is a Killer (Harper Perennial; April 21, 2026; $18.99), introduces readers to a wildly chaotic, darkly humorous world where survival, family, and morality collide in razor-sharp suspense. The story centers on Mrs. Shim, a middle-aged widow and mother, whose life takes a murderous turn when financial desperation pushes her…

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Good Reads You’ll Want on Your Radar: Powerful New Books Across Fiction, History, and Culture

By Ann Brown / February 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Good Reads You’ll Want on Your Radar: Powerful New Books Across Fiction, History, and Culture

From tender love stories shaped by grief to bold scholarship reclaiming erased histories, this season’s new releases span continents, identities, and generations. These books explore the complexity of desire, the power of artistic resistance, the weight of cultural memory, and the evolving definitions of family and freedom. Whether through fiction, history, or personal narrative, each…

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Evolve Through Change: Anne Grady’s Roadmap for Thriving ‘When Life Goes Sideways’

By NEW YORK TREND / February 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Evolve Through Change: Anne Grady’s Roadmap for Thriving ‘When Life Goes Sideways’

Change is accelerating, and the ability to adapt is no longer optional — it’s essential. For both businesses and individuals, navigating uncertainty with confidence can mean the difference between stagnation and growth. Enter Anne Grady, adaptability expert, author, and two-time TEDx speaker, whose upcoming book, EvolvAbility: Growing Forward When Life Goes Sideways, offers a science-backed…

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Who Killed the Vibe in Flanders? Elana Michelson’s ’70s Whodunit Has the Answer

By Ann Brown / February 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Who Killed the Vibe in Flanders? Elana Michelson’s ’70s Whodunit Has the Answer

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when a classic murder mystery collides with the free-spirited chaos of the 1970s, Elana Michelson’s Part of the Solution: A Mystery has the answer. Set in the countercultural enclave of Flanders, Massachusetts, Michelson’s novel is a witty, nostalgic whodunit that blends Agatha Christie-style intrigue with patchouli-scented rebellion, Tarot readings,…

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