Top Ten Random Comments Overheard at BEA

The best part of Book Expo America is what you hear publishing people say when they are talking shop among their own kind. Here are some of the remarks overheard at the recent trade show in New York. Listen and learn…or just laugh.

1. Dystopian = the “D” word.
2. Paranormal is making a comeback.
3. Why not shop your audio rights before you shop your print rights?
4. It’s all about branding.
5. It’s all about www.goodreads.com.
6. It’s all about series.
7. There’s never been a better time to shop your TV/film rights.
8. I’m looking for stories set abroad.
9. I’m looking for business books.
10. I’m looking for poignant and funny YA.