As you may recall from an earlier posting about the various covers for the forthcoming Harry Potter book, US and UK versions of the same book often have very different covers. For example, here are two pairs of covers--American first, British second. With thanks to my new favorite book blog, The Book Design Review.--David E

In April, Canada's House of Commons passed a proforma (even perfunctory) resolution lauding the Canada Council, the country's arts funding agency. Among those watching the event was author Yann Martel, author of The Life of Pi. He was so distressed at the Parliament's lack of attention, and at the Prime Minister's distraction in particular, that … Continue reading Glorious and Free

Carol Erdahl, owner of St Paul's Red Balloon Bookshop, is the subject of an article in the Minnesota Women's Press today. It includes a nice anecdote on how Erdahl and founding partner Michele Cromer-Poiré decided that they could work together successfully. The best news, though, is that they're still there, bringing children's books to Grand … Continue reading News from Across the River