We are continuing to round up and update information on COVID-19 related developments in the publishing industry, support programs, and educational resources that you might find useful.
Virtual Book Events
Literary Hub
LitHub Launches Virtual Book Channel
Huffington Post
Canadian Children’s Writers & Illustrators Are Sharing Readings of Their Books Online
The Los Angeles Times
Stuck at Home with Kids? Dolly Parton and Other Celebrities Will Read You a Story
PopSugar
Mo Willems Is Hosting Free Online “Lunch Doodles”
Publishing Industry News
International Publishers
Publisher Act Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
School Library Journal
Penguin Random House OKs Online Storytime, Read-Aloud Videos
Scholastic Temporarily Revises Policy for Online Read-Alouds
Publishers Weekly
Agents Weigh Whether to Submit Projects During the Pandemic
Platforms to Submit or Host a Book Event
David Nicholls on Twitter: Virtual Book Launches
Everywhere Book Fest (Virtual Kids’ Lit Festival)
Education and Support
ABA Resources and Tips for Creating Virtual Events
A Book Launch Plan for First-Time Authors Without an Online Presence
COVID-19 Freelance Artist Resources
Copyright Office Operations Updates During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Free Mental Health Support from NYC Covid Care Network
Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts COVID-19 Support Programs
Advocacy Letters
Freelancer Union Letter to Nancy Pelosi Requesting Clarification on Unemployment Eligibility for Freelancers, Signed by the AG and others
Rep. Jerry Nadler's Letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy Requesting Changes to PUA System to Aid Freelance Workers
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