Atria Gallery Group Relaunches Pocket Books - Simon and Schuster

It's a market to watch for updates.

Panzer stopped at the publisher Simon and Schuster's site today and found an announcement about Pocket Books.

 

Pocket Books will be relaunched next year with a projected two to three books per month.

 

Note: This is a long announcement. Bring a cup of tea, a muffin and two chocolate chip cookies (biscuits) to snack on.

 

To read the announcement tootle over to Pocket Books Relaunch 

S&S Inks Joint Venture with Urano World Publishing - Publishers Weekly

Interesting fiction and non-fiction translations.

Today, Panzer went to the Publishers Weekly site. There he discovered a post about Simon and Schuster's latest expansion plans.

 

According to Jim Milliot's post, Simon and Schuster have signed an agreement with Urano World Publishing for translations (and distribution). The post includes information about when the program begins and some of the first books to be translated.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty wonders who picked the first books, both fiction and non-fiction, to be translated."

 

Note:This is a short-medium length post. A cup of tea should be enough for while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to Simon and Schuster

S&S Launches Audio Imprint Simon Maverick, Helmed by Jason Pinter - Publishers Weekly

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They are choosing who they want to work with

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer to the Publishers Weekly site. There he found a post about a new Simon and Schuster (S&S) imprint.

According to Nathalie op de Beeck and John Maher's post, S&S has plans for the imprint to eventually be audiobooks first before other formats for books from indie authors.

Panzer says, "It sounds like an interesting new publishing avenue for indie authors."

Note: This is a long, long length post. You'll need to decide what to bring to snack on while you read.

To read the post tootle over to Simon Maverick

Simon and Schuster Australia Aquires Affirm Press - Publishing Perspectives

Whenever I have a day off, I spend a week catching up.

Because of the Labor Day holiday here in the US, Panzer's news reporting is all kittywumpus. So, our speedy little kitty boy will try to get caught up today. His first stop is at the Publishing Perspectives site.

 

According to Porter Anderson's post, Simon and Schuster has signed an agreement to acquire independent publisher Affirm Press. This allows Simon and Schuster to increase their Australian footprint size. Several links to other information are included in the post.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty wants to know what changes they'll make later."

 

Note: This is a long post. Bring a cup of tea and a muffin to snack on while you read.

 

To read the post tootle over to Simon and Schuster Australia

KKR Wins S&S for $1.62 Billion - Publishers Weekly

Today, Panzer was shaken from his noon nap in his kitty bed by the sound of clapping coming from the Catosphere. Hopping in the Panzermobile, he followed all the noise to the Publishers Weekly site. There he discovered Simon and Schuster has finally been sold. Panzer told you last year and this year about the on-going court lawsuit to stop the sale of Simon and Schuster to Penguin Random House.That ended earlier this year in a no sale court decision.

 

Now back to important stuff.

According to the post by Publishers Weekly's Jim Milliot and Andrew Albanese, Simon and Schuster has been bought by KKR. KKR is not a publisher, but instead a private investment firm. The firm does say Simon and Schuster will continue as a publisher. The post includes information about plans for the publisher's and employees' futures.

Panzer says, "Finally, it's over."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a glass of iced tea to drink while you read today's selection.

To read the post tootle over to Simon and Schuster

What the ruling against the PRH-S&S merger means for the publishing business - The Idea Logical Company

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer to The Idea Logical Company site. There with a little digging in the posts he found one about the Penguin Random House and Simon and Schuster merger failure. Panzer told you about the court case as it unfolded.

It's an interesting read.

Mike Shatzkin gives an in-depth analysis of what he believes will be the outcome of the court decision to stop the Penguin Random House (PRH) merger with Simon and Schuster (S&S). He presents his reasoning for why there will continue to be a big five in the publishing industry.

Panzer says, "Everything he presents makes sense as long as the court decision is upheld on appeal. (If there is an appeal.)"

Note: This is a very long post. Bring a large cup of warm tea and two muffins for today's reading selection.

To read the post tootle over to PRH-S&S merger ruling

To read the previous post about the court decision tootle over to PRH-S&S written ruling

In Written Opinion, Judge Florence Pan Delivers Knockout Blow to PRH, S&S Merger - Publishers Weekly

Today, over at the Publishers Weekly site Panzer found a post about the judge's decision against the merger of Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster (S&S).

After all that reading it's nap time.

The post by Andrew Albanese lists the major points from Judge Pan's written opinion which was released yesterday. The judge listed the arguments of the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case which she used in making her decision against the merger. She also listed the arguments of the publisher's lawyers which she found not credible.

Panzer says, "Judge Pan put a lot of effort into her decision."

Note: This is a humongous post. Bring your lunch to eat during your reading.

To read the post tootle over to Written Opinion

Court Blocks Penguin Random House, S&S Merger - Publishers Weekly

Panzer just found a breaking news release at the Publishers Weekly site about the Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster (S&S) merger lawsuit brought by the Department of Justice (DOJ).

 

Doesn't surprise me.

According to the post by Andrew Albanese, the case has been decided in the Department of Justice's favor and the merger will not be allowed to go forward.

 

Panzer says, "This little kitty thinks PRH will probably appeal the decision."

 

Note: This is a long post. Bring a cup of tea and muffin for today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to PRH S&S Merger

Florence Pan, Judge in DOJ vs. PRH Case, Confirmed to U.S. Court of Appeals in D.C. - Publishers Weekly

Today Panzer made a quick trip to the Publishers Weekly site. There he found a post about the judge in the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case against Penguin Random House (PRH). The case to stop PRH from acquiring Simon and Schuster (S&S).

 

Interesting.

According to the post by John Maher, Judge Florence Pan has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to a position on the U.S. Court of Appeals in D.C.

 

Panzer says, "Hmm ... This little kitty thinks it's interesting to watch how the court system works."

 

Note: This is a long-short length post. Bring a glass of lemonade for today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Judge Florence Pan

In Post-Trial Briefs, PRH Attorneys Say DOJ Failed to Prove Its Case Against S&S Merger - Publishers Weekly

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer to the Publishers Weekly site. There he found a post about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case against the Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster (S&S) merger.

I want to see the DOJ's brief too.

According to Andrew Albanese's post, Penguin Random House submitted its post-trial brief to explain why the Department of Justice has not proved its case to stop the merger with Simon and Schuster. The PRH brief says the DOJ only concentrated its arguments on lower advances for authors who have previously received advances of $250,000 or more. PRH says these authors won't suffer any monetary loses because of the merger. PRH also says the DOJ didn't address any harm to consumers caused by the merger. The post doesn't address the DOJ's post-trial brief, but they haven't seen it yet. The post contains several links for more information about the case.

Panzer says, "This little kitty wants to know, when is a publisher too big?"

Note: This is a long medium length post. Bring a glass of iced tea and a bowl of ice cream for today's reading selection. If you plan to follow the links in the post, you'll have to decide what to bring to eat and drink.

To read the post tootle over to DOJ vs. PRH

DOJ v. PRH: "Ending Where We Started" - Publishers Weekly

Today's trip into the Catopshere took Panzer to the Publishers Weekly site. There he found a post about last Friday's closing arguments in the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case to stop Penguin Random House's (PRH) acquisition of Simon and Schuster (S&S).

 

Who will win? Authors or Publishers?

According to Ed Nawotka's post, there were three closing arguments in the case on Friday. The DOJ presented their argument first. DOJ's basic argument was, if the merger goes through, PRH will have 49 percent of the book market.There will be less competition for books and authors will make less money. PRH's closing argument was second. PRH's basic argument was it doesn't matter how big their market share is. S&S's closing argument was third. S&S's basic argument was PRH offered the most money for the company.

 

Panzer says, "It will be interesting to see what the final decision is."

 

Note: This is a very, very long post. Bring a thermos of iced tea, three chocolate chip cookies (biscuits) and a brownie.

 

To read the post tootle over to DoJ v. PRH Closing Arguments

DOJ v. PRH: Challenges over Bid Competition, Market Share - Publishers Weekly

Today, Panzer made another trip to the Publishers Weekly site to get the latest news for you about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case against Penguin Random House's (PRH) acquisition of Simon and Schuster (S&S).

Back and forth. Makes me dizzy.

According to Ed Nawotka's post, PRH's witness Edward Snyder again took the stand to be cross-examined by the DOJ about his statements concerning book auctions and book advance bidding. Following his testimony, the DOJ brought in Nicholas Hill to rebut Snyder's testimony about the bidding and show why it was unsupported. Included in the post are links to previous posts.

 

Panzer says, "Depending on how you arrange them, statistics will say whatever you want."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a large glass of iced tea and a big muffin for today's reading selection. If you plan to follow the links in the post, you'll need to decide what to bring to eat and drink.

To read the post tootle over to Bid Competition

DOJ v. PRH: 'Agents Don't Have Guns, They Have Tactics' - Publishers Weekly

Here's Panzer's update from the Publishers Weekly site on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case against Penguin Random House's (PRH) acquisition of Simon and Schuster (S&S).

Ed Nawotka's post covers Edward Snyder's testimony that his research supports his opinion that authors whose book advances are $250,000 or more won't be impacted by the acquisition. This post's title comes from his answer to a question about book agents. The post also says today (Thursday) is expected to be the last day of testimony for PRH's defense of the acquisition.

The office is all mine tonight.

Panzer says, "We're doing posting early today because Mom and What's His Name have plans for tonight."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a milkshake for today's reading selection.

To read the post tootle over to Agents

DOJ v PRH: Judge Tosses PRH Exec Testimony - Publishers Weekly

Panzer has your daily dollop of news from the Publishers Weekly site about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case to stop Penguin Random House (PRH) from acquiring Simon and Schuster (S&S).

 

She's right.

Today's Publishers Weekly post is a doozy. According to the post by Ed Nawotka, Judge Florence Pan tossed out the testimony by PRH's Manuel Sansigre. Included in the post are extensive quotes from the testimony and a breakdown of the judge's questions and why she excluded the testimony. Following that decision, approximately the last third of the post describes testimony by Yale Professor Edward Snyder about agents and author advances.

Panzer says, "It's interesting why she threw out his testimony."

 

Note: This is an extremely long post. Bring a thermos of iced tea, a muffin, a brownie, and a bowl of ice cream.

 

To read the post tootle over to Excluded Testimony

DOJ v PRH:Madeline McIntosh Details PRH's Publishing Process - Publishers Weekly

Today Panzer has the latest update from the Publishers Weekly site on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) attempt to stop Penguin Random House's (PRH) merger/acquisition of Simon and Schuster (S&S).

What is good for the employees?

According to Bethanne Patrick's post, Alex Berker of ViacomCBS testified why the company thought the sale of S&S to PRH would be "good" for "employees and executives." Madeline McIntrosh US CEO of PRH was next to testify about the book publishing process. Manuel Sansigre PRH vp for global mergers and acquisitions was the last to testify about cost cutting measures by moving S&S employees to PRH headquarters and then the company wouldn't need the S&S building any more.

Panzer says, "You'll need to go to the Publishers Weekly site to read all the information about the testimony."

Note: This is a long post. Bring a big glass of iced tea, a brownie and a bowl of ice cream for today's reading selection.

To read the post tootle over to Madeline McIntosh testimony

DOJ v PRH: Agents Have Their Say - Publishers Weekly

Today, Panzer has another update on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) case to stop Penguin Random House's (PRH) acquisition of Simon and Schuster (S&S).

 

I'm finished for now.

According to Bethanne Patrick's post, there were six people testifying for PRH's defense of the acquisition. In order, they were: W.W. Norton's editor-in-chief John Glusman (finishing his testimony), author Charles Duhigg, Putnam senior v.p. Sally Kim, agent Elyse Cheney, agent Andrew Wylie, and agent Gail Ross. There is no more testimony until Monday.

 

Panzer says, "You'll need to go to the Publishers Weekly site to read about the testimony."

 

Note: This is another very, very long post. Bring a thermos of iced tea, a muffin and a brownie.

 

To read the post tootle over to Agents

DOJ v PRH: Brian Murray Still Wants S&S at HarperCollins - Publishers Weekly

Today, Panzer is bringing you the latest news from the Publishers Weekly site about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) lawsuit to stop the Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster merger (S&S).

The defense starts next.

John Maher's post is about HarperCollins CEO Brian Murray's testimony explaining how PRH obtained the right to buy/merge Simon and Schuster. An economist's testimony is also included.

Panzer says, "This little kitty wants to know, 'How big is too big?'"

Note: This is a long post. Bring a glass of iced tea and muffin for today's reading selection.

To read the post tootle over to More DOJ vs. PRH

DOJ v PRH: Don Weisberg, Government's Economist Raise Concerns Over PRH-S&S Merger - Publishers Weekly

Not good for authors.

Today's trip into the Catosphere took Panzer back to the Publishers Weekly site. There our inquisitive kitty boy found the latest news on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) lawsuit against the merger of Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster (S&S).

John Maher's post describes the DOJ's argument that the merger will cause financial harm to authors. Including: The merger would create a publisher which would control 49 percent of the industry. and A publishing entity that large would have control over the size of author advances in book auctions.

Panzer says, "49 percent?"

Note: This is a long post. Bring a big glass of iced tea and three sugar cookies for today's reading.

To read the post tootle over to DoJ and PRH merger

DoJ v. PRH: All Our Coverage - Publishers Weekly

Today Panzer made a stop at the Publishers Weekly site. There he discovered a post about the Department of Justice's (DOJ) lawsuit against Penguin Random House (PRH) to stop the acquisition of Simon and Schuster.

 

It's humongous.

The post is a compilation of all the posts which have appeared on the Publishers Weekly site about the case. The posts contain information about what happened before the lawsuit was instituted and then the first week in court.

 

 Note: This is a very, very long post. Bring a thermos of iced tea, six muffins and three cookies (biscuits) for your reading adventure. If you plan to follow the links in the post, you'll need to decide what to bring to eat and drink.

 

To read the post tootle over to DoJ vs PRH

 

DOJ V PRH: Jonathan Karp and Stephen King Take the Stand - Publishers Weekly

Today Panzer stopped in at the Publishers Weekly site to get an update on the Department of Justice lawsuit (DOJ) to stop the merger of Penguin Random House (PRH) and Simon and Schuster (S&S).

 

According to the post by Andrew Albanese, the case is a back and forth of witnesses against the merger and witnesses for the merger. Bestselling author Stephen King testified why the merger would be bad for authors if there's one less publisher to sell to. S&S CEO Jonathan Karp testified why the merger should be allowed to proceed. Agent Ayesha Pande, Kensington CEO Steve Zachanus and S&S CFO Dennis Eulau also testified.

I have my own opinion.

Panzer says, "Hmm ... Interesting ... Stephen King ... Only witness the publishers' attorney didn't cross examine. This little kitty will let you figure out why he didn't."

 

Note: This is a huge post. Bring a thermos of iced tea, two muffins, a brownie, and a chocolate chip cookie (biscuit) for today's reading selection.

 

To read the post tootle over to Jonathan Karp and Stephen King