Ryan T. Pozzi on Writing, Block and the Expanding Boundaries of the Book
Author Ryan T. Pozzi explains why writing matters, how he tackles writer’s block, and what excites him about the increasingly porous world of contemporary publishing.
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October 2026
Alicia J. Rouverol Discusses Writing, Inspiration and Her New Novel “Granite Rock”
Alicia J. Rouverol explains how writing serves as a tool for understanding the world, shares her habits for overcoming creative stalls, and celebrates the release of her novel “Granite Rock” with Bridge House.
Maria de Lourdes Victoria Discusses Writing, Routine and Overcoming Block
Maria de Lourdes Victoria says writing sustains her, a 5 a.m. habit and nature walks with her dog help her stay creative and combat writer’s block.
Journalist David González launches book‑focused video podcast #ELDQUMH
David González unveils the video podcast “Este libro del que usted me habla,” a monthly live‑stream that places the printed book at the centre of cultural conversation.
US librarians launch workshops to help patrons disable AI features
Facing growing user fatigue with embedded artificial intelligence, librarians in Philadelphia and Maine are offering seminars that teach how to block AI functions on popular devices and services.
Goncourt Academy Considers Banning AI-Generated Content in Prize Entries
The Goncourt Academy is set to propose a rule change that would explicitly forbid the use of artificial intelligence in works submitted for its prestigious literary prize.
Thélyson Orélien denies AI involvement in bestseller while admitting earlier plagiarism
Canadian‑Haitian author Thélyson Orélien rejects claims he used artificial intelligence to write his best‑seller C’était ça ou mourir, but acknowledges past plagiarism and apologises.
Fred Cavayé revisits Les Misérables as Netflix and TF1 roll out new adaptations
French director Fred Cavayé tackles Victor Hugo’s classic while Netflix launches a German thriller and TF1 revives a TV series, marking a busy week for screen adaptations.
J’ai lu uses delayed metro ads starring staff to promote Freida McFadden’s new releases
French publisher J’ai lu has rolled out a delayed advertising campaign in the Paris metro, featuring its employees as readers unable to set aside Freida McFadden’s latest titles.
From Ceuta to the World: Hindu Priest’s New Book Brings 13 Religions into Conversation
Now available in English and Portuguese, Juan Carlos Ramchandani’s Hinduism in Perspective explores how religious traditions can retain their differences while finding common ground in an increasingly diverse world. MADRID, October 2026 — What…
Long Island Homebuyers Prioritize Multigenerational Floor Plans
Gen X buyers on Long Island are driving a shift toward multigenerational housing, prioritizing first-floor bedrooms and finished basements over traditional luxury features.
Candle Industry Shifts Toward Composite Waxes and Lab‑Engineered Fragrances for Safer Indoor Air
Manufacturers are moving away from petroleum paraffin and thermally unstable essential‑oil candles, adopting renewable soy‑coconut‑beeswax blends and synthetic fragrance oils to reduce soot and VOC emissions.
AMD EPYC vs Ryzen Servers: Choosing the Right Architecture for Business Needs
AMD offers two main server processor lines—EPYC for enterprise workloads and Ryzen for cost‑effective small‑scale operations—each with distinct features that influence performance, scalability and budget decisions.
Rachida Brakni and Akram Belkaïd Win 2026 Grande Mosquée de Paris Literary Prize
Rachida Brakni (Stock) and Akram Belkaïd (Tallandier) were awarded the 2026 Grande Mosquée de Paris literary prize, with Sylvia Chiffoleau receiving a special mention.
Montreuil Youth Book and Press Fair 2026 Announces Programme
The Montreuil youth book and press fair will run from 25 to 30 November 2026 under the theme “Aux frontières du réel”, now directed by Nils Ahl.
Shida Bazyar’s ‘Die Lücken’ Tops German Hardcover Fiction Chart After German Book Prize Win
Following her German Book Prize win, Shida Bazyar’s novel “Die Lücken” has surged to number one on the hardcover fiction bestseller list, prompting a full re‑print.
Jane Friedman Newsletter Highlights Frankfurt Book Fair and Barnes & Noble Traffic
Jane Friedman’s October 7 2026 Links of Interest notes rising Barnes & Noble foot traffic and trends at the Frankfurt Book Fair among other publishing updates.
Audible Introduces Interactive Character Conversations for US and UK Listeners
Audible is rolling out a new feature that lets subscribers in the United States and United Kingdom converse with characters from select Audible Original titles.
Marvel Teams with Webtoon to Launch Subscription Comics App
Marvel and Webtoon have announced a new subscription-based app offering titles from Marvel, Star Wars and 20th Century Studios.
Victoria Zackheim to Release Three Mystery Novels and Anne Perry Tribute in 2026
Veteran author Victoria Zackheim announced that three new mystery titles will hit shelves this year and next, while completing Anne Perry’s unfinished Daniel Pitt novel for Ballantine.