Rebecca and Book Riot's managing editor, Vanessa Diaz, discuss the surprising, boring origins of publishing's seasons, Ken Follett's big move, and more recent news. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Make this your most bookish summer yet with personalized reading recommendations from Tailored Book Recommendations! Our bibliologists (aka professional book nerds) are standing by to help you find your next favorite read. Get your recommendations via email, or opt to receive hardcovers or paperbacks delivered right to your door. And with quarterly or annual plans available, TBR has something for every budget. Get started today from just $18! Head to mytbr.co to subscribe.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this Episode:Farewell to Alice MunroThe amazing, boring origins of publishing’s seasons Ken Follett moves to Hachette in one-book deal after 45 years with PenguinNetflix execs propose Willy Wonka-inspired reality showPrint sales are down 2% over the first four months of last year; frontlist sales taking market share from backlistThe Enid Public Library bans Pride displays for the third year runningOye by Melissa MogollonMagical/Realism by Vanessa Angélica VillarealWhen We Were Silent by Fiona McPhillipsThe Ministry of Time by Kaliane BradleyThis Strange Eventful History by Claire MessudAnother Word for Love by Carvell WallaceFor a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices