Julie Bosman of the
New York Times brings us this good news today—the publishing industry has grown over the past three years, according to a recent BookStats survey. From
her news story:
“We’re seeing a resurgence, and we’re seeing it across all markets — trade, academic, professional,” said Tina Jordan, the vice president of the Association of American Publishers. “In each category we’re seeing growth. The printed word is alive and well whether it takes a paper delivery or digital delivery.”
Let us take a moment, then, in these darkened times, to celebrate the good news and to congratulate so many of us for never giving up hope in the first place. The important thing, I think (and this indeed fueled my recent
post about historical fiction), is never to panic when it comes to purported book trends. We are human beings. Stories feed us.
4 comments:
Thank you, Beth -- I needed this! Plus, anytime monkeys are involved, I am cheered! xo
Ahhh! Look! Monkeys! Cuddling! Sorry...I'm distracted. This is wonderful news. You're right, stories feed us. I'm hungry for one right now.
Wonderful news! I remember talking to my agent during the economic meltdown and I was impressed by his calmness.
That cheered me up this morning too, especially after the stock market dip. Your hummingbird photos get better and better!
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