AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoFlorida Publishing & Books: Jeff Kinney, creator of Diary of a Wimpy Kid, drew fans to the St. Petersburg Coliseum for a meet-and-greet tied to political candidate Brandt Robinson, underscoring how children’s literature keeps showing up in civic life. Local Media & Community: South Florida’s black-owned media leaders marked Juneteenth by reflecting on the long legacy of outlets like The Miami Times and the role of Black newspapers as “lifelines” for community storytelling and advocacy. Publishing Industry Watch: IDW Dark announced new horror sequels for Smile and A Quiet Place, signaling continued franchise momentum heading into 2026. Book Culture & Events: Queerlastic Book Fair brought an LGBTQ+ twist to a Scholastic staple in St. Petersburg, adding another sign that local book events are getting more community-forward. Publishing Adjacent (Florida): Prime Day is set for June 23–26, with Disney Parks books among the early Amazon deals, including big discounts and buy-more-get-more promos.
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