AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 hours agoNew Florida Books & Authors: Deesha Philyaw’s long-awaited debut novel, “The True Confessions of First Lady Freeman,” lands after major rejection and a PEN/Faulkner win for her earlier collection, with the author discussing the church-world scandal at the center of the story. Publishing & Industry Watch: A 2026 wave of law-firm rankings spotlights PatentPC’s growing footprint, including top placements tied to Florida tech clients. Florida Media & Community: The Independent Florida Alligator reports UF students voting in fall Student Government elections, with the Hope Party making its debut and races shaping campus representation. Trade & Events in Florida: Surf Expo wraps its September show at Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center, marking momentum in retail orders and expanding dive and creator programming. Books, Culture & Pop-Culture Tie-Ins: Mad Cave Studios announces the next “Escape From New York” comic run, sending Snake Plissken to the North Pole. Real Estate Reading for Retirees: A Florida-focused guide warns that sight-unseen home buys can hide tax and holding-cost surprises that hit budgets after the move.
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