AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoJammu & Kashmir Book Crackdown: Three publishers have been remanded for up to 10 days over school-library books accused of glorifying separatist and militant figures, after earlier withdrawals and a wider order for schools to review “objectionable content.” Crime & Publishing: A San Diego man was arrested after a fatal stabbing at the Morena encampment, underscoring how quickly violence can erupt in public spaces. Book World, Big Names: Printed Word Reviews is partnering with poet-historian J. Chester Johnson to collect and expand his “For Racial Healing” series. Independent Book Retail: Barnes & Noble is reopening in metro Atlanta, raising fresh questions about what it means for nearby indie bookstores. Reading Culture Worry: A new commentary points to steep declines in American reading and comprehension, arguing the crisis is bigger than phones—but they’re a big part of the story. Tech & Books: A class action has been filed over ADMA Biologics, alleging “channel stuffing” tied to a sharp stock drop. Literary Events: Wayne County library will host bestselling authors Shelley Shepard Gray and Mindy Steele for a July 17 talk and signing.
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