News for Authors

’Tis the Season—Give Books and Give Back

by Emily Condlin|December, 2014

Year after year, books are a favorite gift choice for shoppers during the holiday season. What more thoughtful way to show someone you care than with a book? This year, you can promote the gift of books and reading during the giving season, on- and offline. Keep reading to learn how you can join Penguin Random House to give books and give back.

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Up Close and Personal: New Consumer Event Formats

by Sophie McNeill and Milena Schmidt|December, 2014

Traditional consumer events such as book tours and press events have long been an important part of the publishing mix, and continue to be vital in spreading the word about a new book. But Penguin Random House has also been looking for new ways to connect readers directly with their favorite authors—by inviting super-fans to live events that are bold, exciting, and fun.

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Facebook Updates You Should Know About

by Ben Steinberg|December, 2014

Facebook recently announced a number of updates to their site that will impact how you and your fans interact. We summarize the highlights and recommend some actions you might take.

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