News and Events
Academic publishers forced to delay new titles in supply chain crunch: “University presses coming under pressure as paper shortages continue” via Financial Times
Physical books are still king – but sustainability is a priority: “Consumers overwhelmingly prefer books printed on physical media, presenting opportunities for sustainable manufacturers, according to new research.” via Print Week
The PRH-S&S Acquisition Case Goes to Court: “The United States’ Department of Justice is suing to block the Penguin Random House-Simon & Schuster merger deal struck in late 2020.” via Publishing Perspectives
“Scientists have invented a magical gadget that sucks the ink off printer paper so each sheet can be used 10 times over. They aim to cut the amount of planet-heating carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the paper and pulp industry by reducing demand for office paper. The trick to the so-called “de-printer” is specially coated paper, which stops ink (or powdered toner) from soaking into the page. A powerful laser then vaporises the ink. Lead developer, Barak Yekutiely from Reep Technologies in Israel, describes it as circular printing.” via BBC
The Crypto Revolution Wants to Reimagine Books: “Several startups believe that web3 technologies will upend how authors make a living—and how we define who owns a story.” via Esquire
