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No, Actually, James Frey Can Stay Fucked

Freddie deBoer • 10457 implied HN points • 08 Jun 25
📚 Literature Creative Writing Memoir Narrative Nonfiction Book Publishing Mental Illness
  1. James Frey's past fabrications in memoir writing highlight the importance of honesty in storytelling. Many people prefer genuine experiences over sensationalized lies.
  2. Writing about mental illness truthfully can be tough. It often doesn’t follow a dramatic or exciting narrative, which can make it less marketable.
  3. Choosing integrity over potential fame or financial gain can be a hard decision for writers. Staying true to oneself is more important than chasing trends or big advances.

The Tiger Mother Roars Back

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5907 implied HN points • 13 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Figures Education Media Cultural Commentary Book Publishing
  1. Amy Chua, known for her strict parenting style, faced a lot of backlash when her book came out. Even though she was criticized, she continued to stand by her methods.
  2. J.D. Vance, a former student of Chua, found inspiration in her teachings and later wrote his own successful book, _Hillbilly Elegy_. Their connection shows how mentoring can help shape people's futures.
  3. Chua's influence extends beyond just her students, as her ideas about tough love in parenting resonate with many, sparking discussions about parenting styles and cultural differences.

How Does This Idea Sound To You?

Agents and Books • 2240 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
📚 Literature Writing Book Publishing Editing
  1. When pitching a book idea, it's more than just a quick question or statement. Take the time to fully develop and flesh out your idea.
  2. Don't solely rely on others for validation or success of your idea. Invest time and effort to explore its potential on your own.
  3. Excitement and personal investment in an idea matter more than getting a quick answer or guarantee from someone else.

I'm Leaving on a Lit Mag Plane!

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 20 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Magazines Writers Job Listings Book Publishing
  1. C & R Press, Catapult, Bear Creek Gazette, and Ambit faced unexpected closures, raising questions about funding sources and job losses in the literary magazine industry.
  2. Literary magazines like Catapult closing underscores the importance of supporting such platforms to cultivate young writers and promote diverse works.
  3. Despite closures, opportunities exist in the literary magazine world with job openings and submission opportunities for writers.

🟧 Book publisher as curator

One Thing • 336 implied HN points • 20 Feb 24
📚 Literature Book Publishing Translation Classics
  1. Consider book publisher subscriptions as a way to receive curated reading recommendations and discover new writers.
  2. Independent publishers like Fitzcarraldo Editions, New Directions, and NYRB Classics offer monthly book subscriptions with unique selections and beautifully designed books.
  3. These subscriptions provide access to a diverse array of literature, including obscure classics and contemporary works in different languages, helping readers to explore beyond typical Anglophone literature.
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☞ Computation and Wonder, Soon in Book Form!

Cabinet of Wonders • 254 implied HN points • 13 Nov 24
📚 Literature Book Publishing Writing process Literary Criticism
  1. The book 'The Magic of Code' is coming out in June 2025. It's about making computer code interesting and fun for everyone.
  2. The author wishes he had a book like this when he was younger. It connects computing to various topics like language, biology, and philosophy.
  3. Preordering the book is really important for its success. It helps boost visibility and sales when it launches.

The Category Science Of Category Pirates

Category Pirates • 452 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
💼 Business Data Analysis Customer Experience Content creation Marketing Strategy Book Publishing
  1. Category Science uses broader and weirder data analysis for business growth.
  2. Understanding customer outcomes drives the Net Promoter Score and business decisions.
  3. Top-performing content aligns with factors like hyper-targeted audience, clear outcomes, frameworks, practical applications, and effective marketing.

How much I've made with Modeling Mindsets

Mindful Modeler • 379 implied HN points • 22 Aug 23
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Book Publishing Passive Income Financial Stability Writing
  1. The author shared the earnings from their book 'Modeling Mindsets,' revealing they earned $14,155 in total.
  2. The book received positive feedback with 73 reviews, 40 on Amazon and 33 on Leanpub.
  3. Despite not getting rich, the author found financial stability through writing and digital assets, hinting at the potential for future income from the book.

The Year

Unpopular Front • 96 implied HN points • 26 Dec 24
📚 Literature Book Publishing Civic engagement Cultural critique Personal narratives
  1. This year was a mix of personal success and global challenges. Publishing a book felt great, but the issues it discussed became more real and troubling.
  2. The situation in Gaza highlighted deep contradictions in the Western view of human rights. It raises questions about how genuinely nations stand for freedom when their actions show otherwise.
  3. Reflecting on history reminds us of the importance of knowledge and storytelling. Even amidst loss, like a destroyed bookstore, preserving books symbolizes hope and continuity.

4-Day Week Report, Childcare Skill,3 Baby Japanese Towns, Book Updates | #281

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 52 implied HN points • 02 Nov 24
💼 Business Workplace Trends Labor Economics Book Publishing
  1. Germany's experiment with a four-day workweek showed that people felt they were working more intensely but did not see a drop in revenue or profit. Most participants preferred this new schedule and wanted to continue it.
  2. A new study indicates that a strong job market is leading to less skilled workers in childcare, making it harder to find quality care. This problem is contributing to families struggling to find suitable childcare options.
  3. In a Japanese town, nearly half of the residents have three or more kids due to supportive policies like free healthcare for children and subsidized school meals. This highlights a successful approach to encourage higher birth rates.

2023 Reflections: New Additions, New Heights & Open Questions | #252

Boundless by Paul Millerd • 194 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Income Streams Self-employment Book Publishing Community Building
  1. 2023 was a year of new beginnings with the author becoming a dad and experiencing financial success through book sales.
  2. The joy of parenting and the challenges it brings highlighted the importance of staying present and enjoying family moments.
  3. Balancing work and personal life, finding time for self-care, and reflecting on unexpected successes were key themes for the author in 2023.

Bayer's World

Chartography • 58 implied HN points • 25 Aug 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Information Design Data storytelling Graphic design Book Publishing
  1. Benjamin Benus's new book about Herbert Bayer's iconic work redefines past and future data graphics.
  2. Herbert Bayer was a Bauhaus designer whose talents were appreciated in advertising, art, and architecture in America.
  3. There is a growing collection of beautiful books about visionary information designers, such as W. E. B. Du Bois, Charles-Joseph Minard, and others.

Update on My Upcoming Book Job Moves—and Exciting News About My Previous Book

The Future of Education • 0 implied HN points • 15 Oct 24
🚌 Education Career development Higher education Book Publishing Podcasts
  1. The upcoming book 'Job Moves' will be available on November 19th and aims to help people advance their careers. A video featuring the authors introduces some key ideas from the book.
  2. The previous book, 'From Reopen to Reinvent,' ranked number 7 on Porchlight's Nonfiction Bestsellers list for September 2024. This success highlights the reception and importance of the book's themes.
  3. The podcast episode on the impact of college athletics discusses how changes in this area affect all of higher education. The conversation includes insights on sustainability and the role of student athletes.

Revision Notes, Er, Notes on Revision

The Fairest Writer • 0 implied HN points • 04 May 22
📚 Literature Writing Tips Creative Process Book Publishing
  1. It's important to get the main idea of your story right before you start revising. If you focus on editing without a solid foundation, you might end up doing extra work later.
  2. When revising, only focus on the parts that will really affect your overall story. Don't waste time on small edits if big changes are needed.
  3. Keep your revisions organized and make it fun! Use different tools and methods to keep your attention, and don't hesitate to set aside parts that aren't working for you yet.

The Disruption Dilemma: Available for Pre-Order

Joshua Gans' Newsletter • 0 implied HN points • 28 Oct 15
💼 Business Book Publishing
  1. The book 'The Disruption Dilemma' is available for pre-order on Amazon, to be published by MIT Press in March 2016.
  2. It aims to ground disruption theory in academic literature, refocusing on why successful entities face trouble.
  3. The book consolidates theoretical and empirical work on the topic, reflecting on the original question posed by Clay Christensen in 'The Innovator's Dilemma'.