News for Authors

From The Reader Lounge: A Dive into Avid Readers and Book Clubs

by Sarah Martinez & Olivia Oudinot|October, 2024

The Reader Lounge, a PRH Research Community, is PRH’s proprietary in-house research panel composed of engaged, avid readers who have opted into the community to share their unique perspectives on their preferences, reading behaviors, trends, and other custom topics relevant to book publishing. The Consumer Insights team uses The Reader Lounge to conduct surveys in order to learn more about consumer needs and preferences. In June, the team surveyed avid readers about what book clubs they participate in, how their book clubs select books, how they engaged with their book clubs, and what might elevate their book club meetings even more.

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The Author’s Experience: How to Visit with Book Clubs

May, 2020

Jill Santopolo is vice president and associate publisher of Philomel Books, as well as the bestselling author of the novels More Than Words and The Light We Lost (a Reese’s Book Club pick). In this article, Santopolo offers tips on how to make your experience as a book club guest worthwhile for all involved, whether you are joining a local gathering or tuning in via video conference. Read more