Books

Printed works.

Sub-headings:

Adventure & Pulp

Books & Reading Blogs

Discussions and reviews of printed works of all kinds.

Book Lists & Awards

Children's

Comics

Horror

Mysteries & Thrillers

Non-fiction

Poetry

Romance & Gothic

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Resources in this category:

American Booksellers Association
http://www.bookweb.org/

"Founded in 1900, the American Booksellers Association is a trade organization pledged to protecting the well-being of book retailers and to promoting the availability of books. We are dedicated to representing the interests of booksellers on national and international issues. We are committed to education, research and the dissemination of information to the bookselling community worldwide. Members include independents, specialty, franchise, college and university stores, chains and others with a special interest in bookselling. Together they constitute a key part of an industry which generates over $9 billion in bookstore sales annually in the United States alone." Site contains an impressive database of member bookstores, which can be searched or browsed by location, name or specialty; entries include street address, email address, and links to store Web sites. Also includes book news, listings of book fairs and festivals, trade shows, and conventions; and bookselling statistics.

American Literary Translators Association
http://www.literarytranslators.org/

"ALTA, whose national offices are located at the Center for Translation Studies at The University of Texas at Dallas, was founded in 1978 to provide essential services to literary translators from all languages and to create a professional forum for the exchange of ideas on the art and craft of translation. Through annual conferences, newsletters, collaboration with other professional organizations and lobbying efforts, ALTA works to enhance the quality and status of literary translation and to improve the market for the publication of works in English translation." The site has information about the organization, a calendar of events, a bibliography of book reviews of translated works, an index to the journal Translation Review, information about contests and grants, and a conference schedule.

The Arthur Conan Doyle Society
http://www.ash-tree.bc.ca/acdsocy.html

The goal of the society is "to further interest in, and knowledge of, the life and works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle." Website includes "activities of the ACD Society; biography & bibliography of A. Conan Doyle; associated articles; electronic texts."

The Mythopoeic Society
http://www.mythsoc.org/

The Mythopoeic Society is "a non-profit international literary and educational organization for the study, discussion, and enjoyment of fantasy and mythic literature, especially the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and Charles Williams. Members of the Mythopoeic Society include scholars, writers, and readers of mythic and fantasy literature." The site has news, a calendar of events, information about conferences and publications, list of Mythopoeic Awards, links to discussion groups, and links to other resources.

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America
http://www.sfwa.org/

The SFWA page provides links to books and bookstores, research subjects in the field, membership requirements, the Nebula Award, as well as to their own publications (a Handbook, Directory and Bulletin). They also have a lot of contract information to inform authors about contract wording and coverage. This site contains information for fans and writers of science fiction and fantasy, including links to members pages, the SFWA bulletin (with archived back issues), suggested reading lists and more.

Sisters in Crime
http://www.sinc-ic.org/

"We are authors, booksellers, editors, agents, librarians, critics, teachers and readers, whose primary purpose is advocacy through communication. According to our by-laws, the purpose of Sisters in Crime is 'to combat discrimination against women in the mystery field, educate publishers and the general public as to inequities in the treatment of female authors, raise awareness of their contribution to the field, and promote the professional advancement of women who write mysteries.'" The site has a list of mystery authors and their work for adults and children, contact information for local chapters, upcoming events, and links to other mystery sites and bookstores.

Alcuin Society
http://www.alcuinsociety.com/

"The Alcuin Society was founded in 1965 by G.A. Spencer for booklovers world-wide and to promote a wider appreciation of what goes into finely-wrought books. It is the only non-profit organization in Canada dedicated to the entire range of interests related to books and reading. The Society will appeal to people with a broad range of interests concerning books and reading, including authorship, publishing, book design and production, bookselling, book buying and collecting, as well as the book arts of printing, binding, papermaking, calligraphy and illustration. Our Society's two main goals are to promote a wide appreciation for books and reading in society and to support excellence in book design and production." This site has information on membership as well as society publications and activities.

Western Literature Association
http://www.usu.edu/westlit/

"Members of the Western Literature Association (WLA) are dedicated to the enjoyment and study of western regional literature. They believe the West offers high-quality writing worthy of both scholarly and popular attention. The WLA shares information about western regional literature through its quarterly journal, Western American Literature, and through annual conferences."

Women's National Book Association
http://www.wnba-books.org/

"The Women's National Book Association is the only organization in the book world open to women and men in all occupations allied to the publishing industry: publishers, authors, librarians, literary agents, editors, illustrators, designers, educators, critics, booksellers, and those engaged in book production, marketing, finance, subsidiary rights, and personnel. Publishers, wholesalers, and other organizations support the work of WNBA by becoming Sustaining Members. The WNBA exists to value reading and to support women in the role of the book."