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Reports that concern for the environment once fueled interest in recycled paper for publishing and now vanishing landfill sites are rekindling that flame. Shrinking landfills and growing waste; Recycling goals for the paper industry; Defining what is meant by the term recycled paper; Different types of de-inked paper; Answers for the future. INSET: The whiteness problem..

The article discusses the business activities of retail chain The Paper Store. It explains that the company is capitalizing on its financial success to continue an aggressive expansion campaign to maximize its share of the New England consumer market. Comments from company owner Bob Anderson as well as details concerning promotional strategies and product mix are also presented.

Forecasts the growth in the paper-producing industry in 1999, according to the 39th annual capacity survey of the American Forest & Paper Association (AFPA). What the survey indicates; Information on the survey.

Reports on the American Forest & Paper Association's (AFPA) forecasts on the paper industry in 1996. Moderate growth in paper availability; Grades of paper in the 1995-1998 period as in line with historical trends from 1985-1994; Growth to come from existing mills and machines rather than new installations; AFPA's being ahead of its goal of recycling 50 percent of all paper used in the United States by the year 2000.

Reports on budget cuts at the American Forest & Paper Association (AFPA) in the wake of an organizational review. Redundant staff left over from the 1993 merger of the National Forest Products Association with the American Paper Institute; AFPA's 1996 budget; Doubts concerning the AFPA's annual Paper Week in 1997; Feeling among AFPA members that the event has outlived its usefulness.

Reports on the possible rise of pulp and paper prices as gleaned from the American Forest and Paper Association's convention of the 1995 Paper Week held in New York City on March 13-15. International Paper's unveiling of a new papermaking machine.

Reports that the International Publishers Association, the International Federation of Newspaper Publishers and the International Federation of the Periodical Press urged governments and financial and industrial institutions to encourage extensive investment in paper production. Factors seen as increasing the future demands on paper.

Features the environment-friendly paper products booksellers can sell as sideline which are featured at the New York Stationary Show. Products of Lexon Design System; Waterman S.A.; Jefferson International; Arch Street Studio; Z-Works; World Paper; OrangeArt.

Describes the work of pop-up creators, who are specialist entrepreneurs working for publishers worldwide. Discussion on how Waldo C. Hunt, chairman of Intervisual Books in Santa Monica, Calif., and godfather to the modern pop-up book business started his business. The popularity of electronic books; Hunt's top paper engineers; The process of creating pop-ups; Dioramas for Disney Audio; How the industry is getting more sophisticated; More.

$1.99 e-book, ISBN 978-1-386-85483-8 Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Kobo A nuclear physicist, after years spent developing the atomic bomb, hides in shame as a circus clown, but laughter turns deadly when the real anarchists step out from behind the masquerade. $19.95 paper (308p), ISBN 978-1- 977202-91-8; $3.99 e-book, ASIN B07PLLMVLG Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Outskirts Press A nameless stranger wants Layla dead in order to claim her husband. $6.90 paper (274p), ISBN 978- 1-69302-207-4; $3.99 e-book, ASIN B07Y8N638R Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Kobo Discarded by the AI ruler she created, a coldhearted tech entrepreneur must finally confront her own lack of humanity if she is to find the strength, and allies, to fight her creation. A. Dudley Johnson Jr. $7.99 e-book, ASIN B07SQKV7R2 Amazon, Apple iBooks, BN.com, Google Play. [Extracted from the article]

Discusses Colombia's environmental triumph of creating paper from sugar cane waste, instead of destroying trees. The sugar-cane-based paper come primarily from plants near Cali--in the midst of Colombia's sugar fields. American firms, W.R. Grace & Co. and International Paper; Background on developing paper products from sugar cane; The percentages of tree fiber needed for paper production; Propal as the second largest paper plant in the world; More.

In addition to going over technique, Schlesinger gives suggestions on finding inspiration for projects, and on incorporating other mediums, such as glass bead gel. [Extracted from the article]

UCLA professor Stein (Plumes: Ostrich Feathers, Jews, and a Lost World of Global Commerce) delivers a fascinating history of the Levy family, Sephardic Jews with roots in the Ottoman city of Salonika (now Thessaloniki, Greece). A 1917 fire devastated Salonika's Jewish quarter and dispersed many of Sa'adi's descendants across Central and Western Europe, where "entire branches of the family tree" were destroyed in the Holocaust. Sa'adi's greatgrandson Vital, however, became a Nazi collaborator and "the only Jew tried in Europe as a war criminal.". [Extracted from the article]

Presents a list of books about self-help and recovery. "It's the Little Things for Mothers," by Kate McBride; "Girlosophy: The Breakup Survival Kit," by Anthea Paul; "Eliminate Stress From Your Life Forever: A Simple Program for Better Living," by William Atkinson.

Presents a list of books about religion and inspiration. "From Hurt to Healing: A Theology of the Wounded," by Andrew Sung Park; "Faith and Feminism: A Holy Alliance," by Helen Hunt; "Fifty-two Simple Ways to Make a Difference," by Paul Simon.

Offers information on several memoirs and biographical books. "The Iron Circle: The True Life Story of Dominiquie Vandenberg," by Dominiquie Vandenberg as told to Rick Rever; "Unrooted Childhoods: Memoirs of Growing Up Global," edited by Faith Eidse and Nina Sichel; "Off the Map: A Journey Through the Amazonian Wild," by John Harrison.

Presents a list of books about performing arts and film. "Louisiana: A Musical Treasure," by Bernard Kamoroff; "Golda's Balcony: A Play," by William Gibson; "The Unseen Force: The Films of Sam Raimi," by John Kenneth Muir.

Offers information on several books about lifestyle and do-it-yourself work. "House Miracles," by Brad Steiger and Sherry Hansen Steiger; "Crafting With Stickers," by Carol Scheffler; "The Flooring Handbook," by Dennis Jeffries; "Lunchbox: Inside and Out," by Jack Mingo and Erin Barrett.

Offers information on several books about cooking, wine and entertaining. "Simply Smoothies," by Delia Quigley; "Blistering Barbecues," by Kate and Nigel Tunnicliff; "The Bar and Bat Mitzvah Book: Joyful Ceremonies and Celebrations for Today's Families," by Linda Burghardt; "365 Cocktails: Mixers, Shakers, Shots: The Complete Bartender's Guide," by Brian Lucas.

Offers information on several books about child care and parenting. "The Everything Getting Pregnant Book," by Robin Elise Weiss; "I'm Not Your Kid," by Kay Adkins; "The 7 Secrets of Perfect Parenting," by Luisa Dell and Laurie Johnson; "Breastfeeding for Dummies," by Sharon Perkins and Carol Vannais.

Offers information on several books about business and personal finance. "The Everything Alternative Careers Book," by James Mannion; "A Survival Guide for Buying a Home," by Sid Davis; "Essential Economics," by Matthew Bishop; "The Play of Your Career," by Colleen A. Sabatino.

"Planes Flying over a Monster: Essays" by Daniel Saldaña París is a collection of essays that explores the author's relationship between place and identity. The essays reflect on the author's experiences in different cities, including Mexico City and Madrid, and delve into themes of self-discovery, alcoholism, and the challenges of being a writer. With a perceptive and compassionate eye, París examines the complexities of belonging and the process of recording one's self on paper. This thought-provoking collection offers readers a unique perspective on the intersections of personal and geographical identity. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Publishers Weekly provides a review of the book "Settle the Score" by Kris Ripper. The story follows Des, a former journalist, and Orion, a pro soccer player. Des had previously outed Orion in a college paper, causing him to go into hiding. When Des is tasked with signing Orion for a marketing campaign, he travels to Orion's cabin, but is met with hostility. However, when they become trapped together due to a snowstorm, they must work through their issues. The review praises Ripper's character development and narrative voice, making it an enjoyable read. [Extracted from the article]

Merdaddy by Wednesday Kirwan is a children's book that depicts the playful and protective relationship between a father and child. The story follows the merdaddy and merbaby as they interact with various sea creatures, including sharks, jellyfish, otters, and turtles. The illustrations, with their vibrant colors and cut-paper elements, showcase the bond between the two characters. The book ends on a tender note, highlighting the merbaby's desire to stay in the water forever and the merdad's gentle reminder that it's time to get out. Recommended for children ages 4-8. [Extracted from the article]

In "1974: A Personal History," Francine Prose, a bestselling novelist, recounts a pivotal year in her life through her debut memoir. The memoir focuses on Prose's experiences in 1974, when she was 26 years old and preparing to publish her second novel. During this time, she met Tony Russo, who had been indicted for leaking the Pentagon Papers, and became involved in a tumultuous affair with him. Prose weaves her personal story with historical events such as the Patty Hearst kidnapping and Nixon's resignation, providing a poignant reflection on her own coming-of-age against the backdrop of political cynicism in 1970s America. [Extracted from the article]

"One Icy Night: 30th Anniversary of the '94 Delta Ice Storm Edition" by W.A. Pepper is a heart-stopping thriller set during a history-making ice storm in the Mississippi Delta. The protagonist, Ruth "Rook" Kellum, finds herself running for her life after making a series of bad choices. The story is fast-paced and suspenseful, with every character Rook encounters being suspicious in some way. The author, drawing from his own experiences during the real-life Delta Ice Storm in 1994, effectively portrays the chilling sense of terror caused by the storm. This book is recommended for fans of Last Night by Luanne Rice and Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney. [Extracted from the article]

NEWSKazu Kibuishi launched his middle grade graphic novel series, Amulet, in 2008, and it’s since sold more than two million print copies. The series, which follows the adventures of a girl tasked with saving a magical world, concludes with the ninth volume, Waverider. The trade paper edition is the #6 book in the country; the hardcover is #24 on our children’s fiction list.TOP 10 OVERALLPHOTO (COLOR) [Extracted from the article]