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Last update: 5 hours agoPublishing & Culture: Jody Stallings’ coming-of-age novel Three Nieces (Sullivan’s Island, 1967) is out now, while Poets on the Plains spotlights jo reyes-boitel’s poem “fish bones.” Children’s Books: A worry-focused picture book, Little Z and the Blue Storm Secret, is being pitched as an emotional-growth tool for kids. Awards & Environment: Mara Plants a Seed and A Family for Zoya win the 2026 Green Earth Book Awards, with discounts aimed at schools. Industry & Tech: A survey reports 99% of professional visual artists dislike generative AI, citing income and job insecurity. Controversy & Censorship: Knox County Schools removes Alex Haley’s Roots from libraries as part of a broader ban list. Media Tie-Ins: Rivals returns for season 2, and Dutton Ranch debuts on Paramount+ with Beth’s “Yellowstone” homage moment. Global Fairs: Iran’s Tehran Virtual Book Fair runs May 16–23 with 15% discounts and shipping rules.
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