3 Reasons to Build Your Inspirational Nonfiction Collection

| By Tamara Butler | Inspirational books give readers a sense of hope, encouragement, and empowerment in the face of uncertainty. As individuals grapple with ongoing change and watch global challenges unfold, the demand for inspirational nonfiction is surging. Get details about the latest trends showcasing this genre’s wide appeal and why you should make … Read more

April 2025 My Account Enhancements, Updated Invoicing, and Order Downtime

| By Thorndike Press Staff | As part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing your experience, Cengage Group is making improvements across our Enterprise Resource Planning system in early April, resulting in the following changes: More details, including an image of the new invoice, can be found in the Cengage Group FAQ. We appreciate you … Read more

Need Answers for Student Literacy? Explore New Large Print Data

| By Sabine McAlpine, VP of Thorndike Press | Some of the biggest challenges educators currently face are closing achievement gaps and improving literacy proficiency for youth nationwide. Roughly two out of three students are reading below grade level.1 This lack of reading proficiency is immensely impactful not only to students’ educational experiences but also … Read more

On-Demand Webinar: Join a Convo about Large Print Trends

| By Gale Staff | What does it mean to upsize reading experiences in your library? By expanding your large print collection, you can make reading more accessible and enjoyable for everyone. From reluctant adult readers to anyone who needs a break from digital devices, younger and more diverse audiences are finding the large print … Read more

November 2023 LibraryReads, Indie Next Picks, and Bestsellers

| By Thorndike Press Staff | Every month, LibraryReads shares the top 10 books that librarians across the country love, and the Indie Next List compiles recommendations from knowledgeable U.S. independent booksellers. Many New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestsellers and bestselling authors are also releasing in large print this month. Thorndike Press is happy to share that the following titles … Read more

Discover Our First Spanish-Language Youth Large Print Titles for Students

| By Tiffany Schofield, Senior Acquisitions Editor, Thorndike Press | Emerging bilingual students face unique challenges in acquiring English proficiency. Providing them with appropriate resources is essential. Large print books are a simple literacy solution that’s proven to be effective. According to a recent study, almost two-thirds of teachers reported that using large print text … Read more

Author Signing with Traci Sorell: A Celebration of Identity, Resilience, and Reading

| By Thorndike Press Staff | Attention all American Association of School Librarians (AASL) conference attendees! On Friday, October 20, from 9:00 to 10:00 AM, we’re hosting an author-signing event with Traci Sorell, one of the talented co-authors of Indian No More. This exciting event will take place in the exhibit hall at Gale’s booth … Read more

October 2023 LibraryReads, Indie Next Picks, and Bestsellers

| By Thorndike Press Staff | Every month, LibraryReads shares the top 10 books that librarians across the country love; the monthly Indie Next List compiles recommendations from knowledgeable U.S. independent booksellers. Many New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly bestsellers and bestselling authors are also releasing in large print this month. Thorndike Press is happy to share that the following titles … Read more