Random Fun Bits! Our Media Consumption is Changing, Banned Books, and Plurality

One of the many reasons I keep up with journalism news is because I learn so much publishing industry news that book people may never talk about. This article, discussing how and when we consume news is rapidly changing, is exactly why I do so.  Neiman Lab has the best news for the journalism forefront. I can’t recommend it enough.

This week is Banned Books Week – and if you care about free speech and free press, do consider picking up a banned book and reading it. You can find lists of challenged books by year, classics, and so on. Readouts happen all across the US, and you can find a list of events on the webpages I linked to above. I was interested to find out one of my favorite books, Brave New World, is listed on almost every yearly challenge for the 21st Century list.

And although I’m a huge book junkie, I have a deep love for sci-fi/fantasy everything. A friend of mine showed me this short film, Plurality, made by a tiny indie company. The production value is high class, and the film is good – I’ve LOVE to see this as a full-length feature! As it is, I feel like this film is a tease.

Have a look – these guys have worked hard for it.