This is page 27 of the book publishing news archives.

Painting of a Younger Shakespeare Discovered (2009-03-09): A painting has been discovered that is thought to be the only contemporary portrait painted of William Shakespeare.

Nobel Laureate Heinrich Boll's Private Papers Destoryed in Freak Accident (2009-03-06): Nobel Laureate Heinrich Boll's private papers have been lost to history after a building collapsed.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt to Publish Two More Philip Roth Books (2009-02-25): Houghton Mifflin Harcourt announced that it will publish two upcoming books by Philip Roth.

Margaret Atwood Pulls Out of Dubai Festival (2009-02-18): Author Margaret Atwood has pulled out of the debut Dubai literary festival because of the festival's treatment of British author Geraldine Bedell, who was banned from the festival for having a gay character in her novel.

Two Authors Share Lincoln Prize (2009-02-13): Two authors will share the Lincoln Prize, which is awarded by the Gettysburg College for works about Abraham Lincoln, the U.

Author Flies to Canada to Replace Damaged Book (2009-02-11): Now this is what we call going above and beyond the call of duty.

Elizabeth Edwards to Write New Book About Adversity (2009-02-05): Elizabeth Edwards, wife of former senator and presidential candidate John Edwards, is writing a second book about her experiences.

Sara Nelson Talks Books (2009-02-05): Publishing insiders were shocked when Sara Nelson, the innovative and well-liked editor in chief of Publisher's Weekly was summarily laid off by Reed Information systems as part of an overall corporate restructuring.

David Plouffe Signs Book Deal With Viking (2009-02-04): Viking announced to day that it has acquired world, first serial and audio rights to the story of David Plouffe, Barack Obama's campaign manager.

Duquesne University Officials Unhappy With John Grisham (2009-02-02): Duquesne University officials are very unhappy with bestselling author John Grisham.

John Updike Dead at 76 (2009-01-27): Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist John Updike has died after a battle with lung cancer.

Neil Gaiman Wins Newberry Medal (2009-01-26): Neil Gaiman has won the Newberry Medal for his children's book, The Graveyard Book.

Craig Murray Attacks British Libel Laws (2009-01-14): Craig Murray, the former British Ambassador to Uzbekistan, became a bestselling author with his frank account of his time in the country, which included shocking accusations of government complicity in human rights abuse.

President Bush Wants to Write His Memoirs (2009-01-13): President Bush has said that he's ready to write a book about his experiences in the White House.

Leona Lewis Writing Her Memoirs (2009-01-09): British pop star Leona Lewis, the X Factor winner who performed in front of a worldwide audience during the summer Olympics, is writing her autobiography for British book publisher Hodder & Stoughton.

The Return of Winnie the Pooh (2009-01-09): The first authorized sequel to Winnie the Pooh and The House at Pooh Corner by A.

Oprah Adds Disclaimer to Site About Fake Holocaust Love Story (2009-01-08): As part of the fallout over the fake Holocaust love story, Angel at the Fence, Oprah Winfrey has added a disclaimer about the book on her site.

Two Madoff Scandal Books Are Being Planned (2009-01-02): There are already two books being planned about the Bernard Madoff financial scandal.

Judith Regan vs. Michael Wolff (2008-12-15): Judith Regan has absolutely furious at journalist and author Michael Wolff.

Shortlist for William C. Morris YA Debut Award Announced (2008-12-12): Five authors are finalists for the new William C.