Culture Minister: Weimer Ruins His Office
Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer faces backlash for revoking a prestigious award from three bookstores due to alleged undisclosed reasons, raising concerns about transparency and trust in government decisions.
Will You Let Your Soul Be Caressed or Torn Apart by Stalinist Terror? The Great Book Thursday is Here
Deník N features a special section on the Book of the Year poll, celebrating literary achievements and providing reading recommendations for spring.
The Poor Health of Neighborhood Bookstores: When Letters Have to Make Numbers
Independent bookstores see a decline in sales as internet and chain store competition rises, despite their popularity for diverse titles and community engagement.
Night of the Bookstores born to attract night readers on Book Day
The Night of the Bookstores initiative aims to attract more readers by hosting evening literary activities on Book Day, April 23.
Podcast "Is it fair?": "I am actually afraid of being monitored by the Office for the Protection of the Constitution"
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has excluded three leftist bookstores from the now-canceled German Bookstore Prize 2026, raising concerns about political scrutiny in cultural funding.
Research on 'Offline Bookstore Experience Design' by PhD Student Do Ji-kang from the Graduate School of Techno-Design, Kookmin University Published in SCIE Journal JAABE
A PhD student from Kookmin University's Graduate School of Techno-Design has published research on designing engaging experiences in physical bookstores in the Journal of Asian Architecture and Building Engineering (JAABE).
Constitution Protection: Weimer Sets an Example, Others Should Follow
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has secretly had over a hundred bookstores checked by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, signaling a potential broader strategy supported by the Federal Interior Ministry.
Podcast: 'On Point': Cultural State Minister Weimer: Overwhelmed in His Position
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled the German Bookstore Prize for 2023 due to a controversy surrounding the exclusion of three nominated bookstores.
Scandal at the BKM Expands: Did the Federal Commissioner Order a Lie?
The scandal surrounding Germany's Federal Commissioner for Culture and Media escalates as evidence emerges suggesting that the commissioner misled three bookstores about their exclusion from an award.
Germany Cancels Bookstore Award Ceremony Due to Political Extremism
Germany has canceled its bookstore award ceremony to honor independent bookstores due to concerns about political extremism associated with some nominees.
Dispute over Jury Suggestions: Weimer Cancels Award Ceremony for Bookstore Prize
The award ceremony for the Deutscher Buchhandlungspreis has been canceled due to controversies surrounding the nomination of certain bookstores, as announced by Culture State Minister Wolfram Weimer.
Independent Bookstores in the Munich Region: Using Humanity Against Amazon and Co.
Independent bookstores in the Munich region are struggling against competition from online retailers like Amazon, leading to a decline in their numbers and prompting the need for new strategies.
Dispute over Exclusions: Weimer Cancels Award Ceremony for the German Bookstore Prize
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has canceled the award ceremony for the German Bookstore Prize due to controversy surrounding the exclusion of three bookstores based on extremism suspicions.
Scandal over Bookstore Award: Why No Resignation After the Embarrassment?
The controversy surrounding the German Bookstore Prize intensifies as the jurors explain the disqualification of three bookstores, with Culture Minister Wolfram Weimer facing scrutiny for his decisions.
Let's Enjoy Books Instead of Smartphones… A Journey to Local Bookstores that Fill Children's Emotions
The article discusses the benefits of visiting local bookstores for children, highlighting several unique stores across South Korea that provide enriching experiences.
"Ideological Examination": Book Association: Weimer Puts Bookstores "Under General Suspicion"
Culture State Minister Weimer has removed left-leaning bookstores from the nominations for a book award due to alleged extremism, leading to strong criticism from the German Book Association.
Suspicion of Extremism: Because 'Germany Shall Perish' is on the Facade
The article discusses the concerns raised by Germany's cultural state minister regarding three leftist bookstores, suggesting they are associated with extremist views that threaten the current political order.
Bookstore Prize: Wolfram Weimer Didn't Want to Know
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer was criticized for omitting three leftist bookstores from the German Bookstore Prize list without clarifying the reasons against them.
Cheap Books Are on the Brink of Collapse, Owing Over One Hundred Million
The article discusses the precarious financial situation of a chain of discount bookstores in Czechia, which are currently facing debts exceeding one hundred million crowns.
Scandal over Prize for Bookstores: Alleged Contacts to the RAF 30 Years Ago
A scandal has emerged regarding the German Bookstore Prize due to alleged connections to the RAF thirty years ago, leading to widespread rejection of the prize.
Current Lexicon: What is the German Bookstore Award?
The German Bookstore Award will be held for the eleventh time at the Leipzig Book Fair, recognizing about 100 independent bookstores in Germany.
Weimer against Book Trade: The Latest Farce from the House of Wolfram Weimer
Wolfram Weimer, Germany's Minister of Culture, has removed funding for three left-leaning bookstores, citing concerns about the influence of their ideological positions on constitutional values.
Cancelled Bookstores: "Half the World is Asking What’s Going on Here"
The Berlin bookstore 'Zur schwankenden Weltkugel' was unexpectedly excluded from the list for a prestigious German book prize, raising questions and confusion among its owners and the public.
Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution investigates: Extremism suspicion: Weimer removes three bookstores from prize list
Cultural State Minister Weimer has excluded three bookstores from the list of German Bookstore Prize recipients due to findings from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution regarding extremism.
German Bookstore Prize: What Weimer did is not illegal, but it is harmful
Cultural State Minister Wolfram Weimer has excluded three politically leftist bookstores from the German Bookstore Prize competition, due to alleged 'constitutional protection relevant findings'.
Furious at the official partnership with Amazon, the French Bookstore Union exits the Paris Book Festival
The French Bookstore Union has announced its withdrawal from the 2026 Paris Book Festival in protest against Amazon being named the official partner.
Jimbocho: between books, cafés, and guitars in the coolest neighborhood in Tokyo and the world
Jimbocho, recently named the coolest neighborhood in the world by Time Out magazine, is renowned for its extensive collection of over 180 bookstores and literary spaces in Tokyo.
The 'Adult Wave' Sweeping the Bookstores... The Insecure Generation Seeking 'True Adulthood'
Books exploring the concept of adulthood have gained popularity in South Korea, particularly among the 20-40 age group seeking deeper meaning in their lives.
Gilka Machado, pioneer of female eroticism, returns to bookstores
Gilka Machado's complete poetry is being re-released, shedding light on her pioneering role in female erotic poetry in Brazil.
Spring in the Gochang Bookstore Village [Kim Tak-hwan Column]
The article discusses the newly established Bookstore Village in Gochang, South Korea, highlighting the unique independent bookstores that have come together to form a community.
Books for the Clean Monday three-day weekend – The choices of 5 bookstores
A selection of book recommendations from five bookstores for readers during the Clean Monday long weekend in Greece.
Bookstores in SP have specialized collections on topics like football and architecture
This article highlights specialized bookstores in São Paulo that offer rare titles and themed collections, focusing on topics such as architecture and football.
Bookstores in São Paulo Become Meeting Points with Café, Exchange Fair, Debates, and Even Music
Bookstores in São Paulo are evolving into social hubs, offering coffee, exchange fairs, debates, and live music while adapting to changing reading habits.
What Will Great Book Thursday Bring? Charles IV, Russia, Norwegian Noir Crime, and Psychotherapy
Great Book Thursday will feature ten diverse new titles in Czech bookstores on March 19, including a biography of Charles IV, a novel about post-apocalyptic Russia, and an exploration of psychotherapy.
What’s Wrong and Why Are Small Bookstores Like Lexikopouleio Closing?
The Lexikopouleio bookstore in Pagkrati, Greece, is set to close on March 15, 2025, prompting a wave of nostalgic reactions and discussions about the challenges facing small independent bookstores.
From Paris to London: Gisèle Pelicot's autobiography becomes a publishing phenomenon
Gisèle Pelicot's autobiography, 'Et la joie de vivre', is achieving significant success in bookstores globally, with translations in multiple languages and strong public support.
This Bookseller Doesn't Read the Books She Sells – Hongkongers are Now Protecting Themselves in Many Ways
A Hong Kong bookseller, Leticia Wong, shares insights on the risks of running an independent bookstore amidst increasing governmental scrutiny in the city, specifically regarding the sale of a book about democracy advocate Jimmy Lai.
The same book has been at the top of the bestseller list for several weeks
Jaan Aru's book 'Aju vabadus' has dominated the sales rankings at Apollo bookstores in Estonia for multiple weeks, addressing the need to protect human intelligence in the era of artificial intelligence.
What to do during Carnival weekend: a route of bookstores with free shows, a cocktail parade, and promotions in restaurants
During the Carnival week, various events are scheduled in Buenos Aires, including a bookstore route, special performances, and gastronomic promotions.
"We try to educate citizens": are all Parisian bookstores left-wing?
The article explores the political leanings of Parisian bookstores, questioning whether they predominantly reflect leftist ideologies in their offerings.
Back to school: discounts on supplies, bookstores, and shoe stores
Families in Almirante Brown, Argentina, can benefit from discounts on school supplies due to a new promotion from local businesses and the municipal government.
Summer Nights in Villa Crespo: When and Where the Route of Bookstores with Show by Kevin Johansen and Liniers is
This February 12, from 7 PM to 11 PM, Villa Crespo will host a bookstore route with special programs and a closing show featuring Kevin Johansen and Liniers.
Ananindeua Book Fair brings together writers and used bookstores in Greater Belém; see schedule
The Ananindeua Book Fair in Greater Belém will take place this weekend, aiming to gather writers, used bookstores, publishers, and local collectives.
Unannounced decision by the mayor shocked the citizens: Who needs an empty city center?
The decision by Rijeka's new mayor, Iva Rinčić, to eliminate a 50% rent reduction for bookstores operating in city-owned spaces has sparked widespread criticism from booksellers, writers, and cultural figures across Croatia.
Rinčić: Reduction of 50% for bookstore tenants was not lawful
The mayor of Rijeka, Iva Rinčić, announced that a 50% rent reduction for bookstore tenants was not approved due to its unlawful nature and a legal decision will be prepared in agreement with the booksellers.
We Can: The mayor's decision could lead to the closure of bookstores in Rijeka
The 'We Can' party warns that the mayor's decision to cancel a 50% rent reduction for bookstores in Rijeka could lead to their closure.