Gillian Flynn Talks New Book and Shares Reading Recommendations
Bestselling author Gillian Flynn recently talked with Today about upcoming book projects and book recommendations. The author admitted that after writing a book as successful as Gone Girl, she feels pressure with her next book to write something that isn’t too much like Gone Girl while also worrying about writing something not enough like Gone Girl. “I’m a slow writer,” she said. “I’m never going to be one of those writers who can crank out a book a year.” Flynn has also been hard at work with her new imprint, which will be publishing its first book, Scorched Grace, on February 21st.
HarperCollins Reaches Tentative Deal with Union After Three-Month Strike
HarperCollins Publishers and the union representing around 250 striking employees have reached a tentative agreement, which would provide increases to entry level salaries. The union, which has been on strike since November 10, still has to ratify the contract. If they do, it will run through the end of 2025. HarperCollins released a statement Thursday night, announcing “increases to minimum salaries across levels throughout the term of the agreement, as well as a one time $1,500 lump sum bonus to be paid to bargaining unit employees following ratification.”
Kennedy Ryan Releases Exclusive Audible Original Novella
Romance author Kennedy Ryan has just released a novella, exclusively available as an Audible Original. If you have Audible Plus, the book is free. Ryan writes on Instagram, “I can’t wait for you to listen and hope you enjoy!” Coming Home is narrated by Wesleigh Siobhan and Jakobi Diem and features the musical stylings of Southern University’s marching band, Human Jukebox.
The Best New YA Books Out in February 2023
Whether you’re in the mood for being scared or for swooning, the best new YA books out in February 2023 have got you covered.