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A blurb might bring a reader to a book, but then the book itself has to do the rest of the work.
A good part of the work is just reading a manuscript and coming to the office. I can't imagine wanting to even read an article about book publishing.
Americans are tired of fad diets, counting calories, and living within restrictive guidelines about carbs and fat. They are turning to Mireille Guiliano for her sensible and admittedly contrarian advice on eating well.
Andre Agassi is one of the world's most popular and admired figures. He has lived an extraordinary life, and he has a great story to tell.
As I see it, my job has always been to champion the work of the authors I publish.
At Knopf, everything is inherited.
At Knopf, we look at each book on a case-by-case basis... in some cases, we think a writer might get a boost from an endorsement by a fellow writer, but in other cases, a new book will be better served by other means, such as publicity and reviews.
'Dispatches' is one of the seminal works of the twentieth century and the most brilliant treatment of war and men I have ever read.
Few writers can rival Helen Fielding when it comes to fully capturing the modern woman.
'French Women Don't Get Fat' has become something of a phenomenon.
Hillary Clinton is one of the most compelling figures in the world today... and Carl Bernstein's stunning portrait shows us, for the first time, the true trajectory of her life and career.
I am still convinced I have the best job in the world.
I believe 'Lean In' has the power to change not only our outlook but also the world and that it will become a touchstone publication for a generation of women.
I didn't think I would be an exceptional writer, and I thought I might be a useful publisher. I've never regretted it.
I don't have a glamorous lifestyle.
I had to learn to call book jackets 'jackets' rather than 'covers.'
I have been waiting a long time to see what's next for Bridget Jones, and I am beyond thrilled she's back.
I have nothing but regret that I cannot continue to behave the way I behaved all my life, and I can't wait for a chance to behave immoderately again.
I have, from time to time, stopped using it for books, when they pissed me off about something - the negotiation with Hachette, for instance. I thought that was outrageous bullying, and I discontinued using Amazon for books. I did use it for socks, but I didn't use it to buy books.
I see myself as a transient, not an immigrant.
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