The Bookish Box is Threatening Legal Action Against BookTok Creator
Kevin is one of the many BookTok creators who have called out The Bookish Box subscription company for the quality of their products/subscription services. Now, The Bookish Book is threatening legal action. In his BookTok videos, Kevin has noted the misprints, the boxes delayed by months, spelling author’s names incorrectly, artwork not centered and/or stretched, spines numbered incorrectly, quotes not being correct, and more. Recently, two ex-employees reached out to Kevin to tell him about their terrible experiences working with the company. The Bookish Box recently sent Kevin a cease and desist letter, but in his TikTok video, Kevin says, “There’s no reason to remove the videos where I show you examples of their product or all the mistakes that are inside their books. The fact that they sent me this cease and desist letter shows me how much power we have on this platform.
Keanu Reeves to Star in Devil in the White City
Keanu Reeves will star in Hulu’s The Devil in the White City, based on the bestselling nonfiction thriller by Erik Larson. Reeves will play the role of Daniel H. Burnham, an architect “trying to make his mark on history” with his designs for the fair. The other central role for the series, that of convicted murderer Dr. H.H. Holmes, has yet to be cast. Reeves, Martin Scorsese, and Leonardo DiCaprio are among the series’ producers. There is no word yet on whether DiCaprio will also play an on-screen role in the project.
The Horse Whisperer Author Nicholas Evans Dies at 72
Nicholas Evans, the bestselling author of The Horse Whisperer, has died at the age of 72. In a statement, United Agents said the author died following a heart attack this past Tuesday. They added, “He lived a full and happy life, in his home on the banks of the River Dart in Devon.” The author’s 1995 novel The Horse Whisperer sold 15 million copies worldwide, becoming the number one bestseller in 20 countries. The novel has been translated into 40 languages and was made into a film, starring, produced, and directed by Robert Redford. Evans is survived by his wife, singer-songwriter Charlotte Gordon Cumming, and his four children, Finlay, Lauren, Max and Harry.
Florida School District Puts Warnings on 100 Books
Over 100 books in a Florida school district have been given a warning label, including the board book Everywhere Babies.