taking my first bite into substack. open.substack.com/pub/thelitdr...

Welp there’s no unseeing this

I'm looking into the impact of the rising cost of living (in the past year in particular) on the elderly in the UK. If you are aware of research, stats, charities, or older people really struggling with money), please could you get in touch? Email [email protected] #journorequest

"I love a good pan, but I’m more concerned with all of the great books that are falling through the cracks." It's me talking about book criticism! thewritethrough.substack.com/p/covering-b...

I want to write an article about #romanceauthors that are 70+ - how they feel about the industry now, what they've written and how it was received, lots of questions. August is also Read Romance month....so......

fucking holy cannoli - Murdoch buys half of Vox Media. With HuffPost Book's newsletter gone now too - anyone want to start an independent news site that primarily focuses on books and social issues???? Anyone starting one I can join? www.nytimes.com/2026/05/20/b...

It's bad news that the FBI is targeting a reporter in a leak investigation over her story about Kash Patel's drunken dereliction of duty. But it's good news that the existence of the leak investigation was ... leaked.

Bc I'm angry, but also hopeful.

Long-lost page of Archimedes’ writings rediscovered in France www.scientificamerican.com/article/long...

I wrote this for #HuffPost awhile ago to understand why "Until August" was published posthumously. I spoke w/one of Márquez's sons about the decision. This was one of my favorite pieces to write & I hope more book spaces open up to focus on stories like this. www.huffpost.com/entry/until-...

On the hunt for appraisers of Pokemon cards to chat with for an article with HuffPost. #journorequest Ideally ones that work with or have with major auction houses.

I've got a unique #journorequest looking to speak with an appraiser at a higher end auction house that specialises in #pokemon

But real quick, before I go: What I hope to see in 2026 book world, more covers with Hilma af Klint's artwork.

I just wrote my last HuffPost books newsletter - the roundup for 2025. And I'm not crying, you're crying. Anyways, if anyone needs more culture writers with an unhealthy knowledge of the publishing industry and a deep lust for reading - I'm available.

Looking to speak with holiday decorators who have tips on storage and cleanup after the holidays. #journorequest #haro

Time for a goodbye, but maybe someone will have a #books opening soon? Deeply sad, but optimistic.

Schools are forcing kids in kindergarten to use iPads, and it's causing chaos Parents say that the iPads have led to incidents like a child repeatedly wetting his pants at school from overstimulation, and kids accessing Fortnite during class www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-ne...

looking for recs on items to buy for people that travel on your Xmas list - looking for actual comments from people who travel. #journorequest

well fudge...I need more writing work. Is it possible to get a remote journalist or editor role anymore? Feels like it's narrowing back to NYC or LA.

Very fun one to write for @buzzfeed.com You might say I'm inching towards a Pulitzer. www.buzzfeed.com/emilybond/sp...

I wrote about the stomach clenching reality of work now -- where rolling layoffs are the norm and no one feels secure in their job. Happy Monday! www.axios.com/2025/11/16/r...

Also who else - like Armentrout's collab w/Hellmann's Mayo are any other bookish publicity collabs happening on that level or similar? #journorequest

Hey #food #prs I want to know about niche but popular holiday foods that are launching new flavours. #journorequest

AI LinkedIn profile pics creep me the hell out.

This month's #huffpost #books newsletter is getting SPOOKY! I can't wait to share our picks for October!

I need to write a culture piece to get lost in mentally for awhile.

If you're still looking for a books section that consistently features author interviews, publishing news and....BOOKS.... sign up for the HuffPost Books newsletter - which is helmed by Tessa Flores and co-captained by me. www.huffpost.com/newsletters/...

I think I have a speculative fiction problem.

I'm sure you're all dying to read my hot takes on literary awards right now. lithub.com/something-to...

Love it when a publicist promises an ARC then ghosts you...and their PR company continues to pitch you every week......loooovvvve it.

TOMORROW (9/9): Don't miss ALA's next free advocacy webinar! Learn how you can bring Congress to your library - one of the most effective ways to advocate for your library and community. Join us Sep 9 @ 5pm ET / 4pm CT: elearning.ala.org/local/catalo... #ForOurLibraries

I keep thinking about this collection of shorts. us.macmillan.com/books/978125...

I'm getting sourdough delivery from a lady in my neighbourhood and it's seriously the happiest $12 I spend all month.

Looking to speak with #authors who have taken a stand against #AI or openly using it for writing. #journorequest

Still on the hunt for #publishers who aren't planning on using #AI for books. #journorequest

yesssssss variety.com/2025/tv/news...

Denmark to end book tax to encourage people to read

anyone else put your head down for a moment after sending a few pitches. Like, omg, why is it still so intimidating even now?

any publishing houses that have agreed to be anti-AI? And not use it in any way? #journorequest

any publishing houses that have agreed to be anti-AI? And not use it in any way? #journorequest

Taking a dive into AI & publishing - from fake accounts to publishing houses integrating AI. If you're an A. Author B. #publishing insider with clear views on either being against or for - would love to chat with you. #journorequest #books Emily.Southard.Bond@ gmail. com

Hello! I’m WIRED’s senior politics editor, and it’s hard to put into words what it’s been like in our newsroom this year. I am so in awe of my colleagues here, and so grateful to wake up every day to get you, our lovely readers, the news. If you’ve haven’t already, subscribe!! Help us keep it going.

Come and get some spice! And sweet Romance reads. observer.com/2025/07/new-...

Always on the hunt for unique pitches for the HuffPost Books newsletter! And of course industry/author news for our #ChapterChatter Section. Book #prs feel free to pitch me. Emily . Southard . Bond @ gmail

"Awe doesn’t often make the headlines. But on April 9, 2024, the front page of the New York Times read, “A Divided America Agrees on One Thing: The Eclipse Was Awesome.”" greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item...

HEY! Got any book gossip or news you'd like to share? Wrapping up the HuffPost Book Newsletter! #booksky #authors #bookpublicist #books Here's my email Emily . Southard . Bond at gmail

Always on the hunt for #book #publishing #author news for the #HuffPost Books Newsletter - [email protected]

Two new studies suggest that Parkinson's disease can potentially be treated with stem cells placed in a patient's brain.

finished #Katabasis last night...my sleep deprived brain can only think of one way to describe it - fucking brilliant.