Shoplifted Reads

I just read a great essay by Margo Rabb in the New York Times. Check this quote:

Only 40 percent of books that are read are paid for, and only 28 percent are purchased new, said Peter Hildick-Smith of the Codex Group, a consultant to the publishing industry. The rest are shared, borrowed, given away — or stolen.

The article points out that the thieves are most often males, and the number one stolen book is the Bible. Unbelievable. Staff recommends even lead to higher thefts! Read the whole article here.

Brava, Margo, for uncovering what's going on! And everyone, let's give a book this holiday. Purchased, of course!

rgz TV: Margo Rabb

Check this out, rgz! So much fun. :~)

April: How do we choose features and April recommended reads

How are books chosen to be featured on rgz? Basically, the divas listen to teens and book the main features. Sometimes they will find a "must read" that they strongly believe they have to bring to attention. If an author is available, a month is agreed upon and booked. Thanks to Dia Calhoun for her hard work as our author liaison!

The divas then ask the postergirlz for excellent other reads that compliment the feature. There is no runner up, honor read, or second place. Every single feature and recommend stands tall as a significant contribution to YA lit. And we are honored to have each one spotlighted!

So special thanks to our postergirlz for this month's recommended reads that accompany Impulse so well!

And what a delight to turn a corner at TLA and run into Margo Rabb! She's absolutely delightful!

Be sure to snag a copy of Cures for Heartbreak!