Russia bans swearing in books
The Russian government has passed legislation banning swearing in books, films, television broadcasts and public performances, reports the Telegraph. The new law, which comes into effect on 1 July, bans four...
Russia’s two major publishers merge
Russia’s two major publishers Eksmo and AST have merged, reports Publishing Perspectives. Eksmo has officially acquired AST, which is estimated to be worth RUB 12 billion (A$410 million), for an...
Ingram expands Global Connect program to Russia
Ingram Content Group has partnered with Russian media company EE Media to distribute titles in Russia via its Global Connect print-on-demand program, reports Publishers Weekly. The agreement gives publishers that are...
Ukraine government to invest $68 million in local bookselling and publishing industry
The Ukraine government will invest 500 million hrynia (approximately A$68.5 million) in the country’s bookselling and publishing industry over the next four years in a bid to address declining levels...
Russian Government to invest US$100 million in book industry
In Russia, the national government has announced plans to invest US$100 million (A$105 million) in the country’s book industry over the next five years, reports Publishing Perspectives. The new funding...