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HarperCollins promoted David Walliams' new book just hours before announcing they would cease publishing his works following allegations of inappropriate behavior towards women, with internal investigations and concerns about the publisher's handling of the situation.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson wrote the foreword and actively promoted a book called "The Revivalist Manifesto" by Scott McKay, which spreads baseless conspiracy theories and includes derogatory homophobic insults. The book promotes unfounded claims such as the "Pizzagate" hoax and implies connections between Chief Justice John Roberts and Jeffrey Epstein. It also defends Joe Rogan from racism charges and disparages poor voters. Johnson's endorsement extends beyond the foreword, as he promoted the book on social media and dedicated a podcast episode to hosting McKay. Johnson's views on homosexuality have come under scrutiny, and his spokesman stated that he strongly disagrees with the passages highlighted in the book. Critics argue that Johnson's promotion of the book raises questions about his judgment.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel rejected Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene's request to appear on his show, mocking her thinly-veiled attempt to promote her new book. Kimmel reminded viewers of their previous feud and jokingly considered inviting her just to make her wait in the green room before bumping her. He also mocked the poor sales of Greene's book and criticized its content, including conspiracy theories and her infamous "Jewish space lasers" claim. Kimmel has frequently targeted Greene on his show, calling out her controversial statements and ideas.
Jenna Bush Hager made a stylish appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, wearing a black, form-fitting outfit reminiscent of Sandy from Grease. Her top featured an off-the-shoulder boat neckline embellished with faux white pearls, paired with pants that had a thin white stripe. Jenna accessorized with taupe-colored heels and matching earrings, completing the look with a half-updo hairstyle and natural makeup. Fans praised her unexpected couture departure, and her blouse can be purchased online from designer Lela Rose or a similar style from Amazon at a lower price.
Britney Spears has taken a non-traditional approach to promoting her new memoir, "The Woman in Me," by avoiding TV appearances and other traditional media outlets. Instead, she has relied heavily on Instagram and social media to generate excitement and engage with her fans. Spears' decision to forgo interviews and public appearances has raised eyebrows in the publishing and public relations industries, but her robust social media following and the buzz surrounding her highly anticipated memoir may be enough to ensure its success. While some experts suggest that traditional media engagement is still important for book promotion, Spears' unique strategy reflects her desire to control her own narrative and distance herself from past experiences with the media.
A report by the Associated Press reveals that aides to Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor have urged colleges and a library to purchase more copies of her books for public speaking events. The documents obtained show Sotomayor's staff suggesting that a library in Portland did not order enough copies of her children's book for an event, and at Clemson University, school officials offered to buy 60 signed copies, but Sotomayor's staff noted that most schools order around 400. This revelation adds to the pressure on the Supreme Court to adopt stricter ethical standards, as the court has recently faced criticism over questionable ethics decisions. Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee plan to introduce legislation requiring the high court to adopt a code of ethics.
Millie Bobby Brown promotes her upcoming debut novel, "Nineteen Steps," while lounging by the pool in a white swimsuit. The book is a historical novel set during World War II and follows the story of an 18-year-old woman named Nellie Morris. Brown's Instagram post about the book has sparked interest in her poolside style, inspiring fans to seek out similar swimsuits.
Author Shawn M. Warner, who had a disappointing book signing with no attendees, was approached by a TikToker named Red who showed interest in his murder mystery novel. Red purchased a copy and Shawn signed it for him, which completely changed his demeanor. Red then made a TikTok video about the encounter, which went viral and led to Shawn's book becoming a bestseller. Shawn expressed his gratitude and disbelief at his newfound success, emphasizing the power of the internet in discovering new things.