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Rand McNally, the world's largest commercial map and atlas publisher, has released the 72nd edition of its perennial bestseller, the Rand McNally Road Atlas. This edition features a new editorial series called "Rand McNally's America 100," which highlights the country's most unique
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IDG Books Worldwide, Inc. has been recognized as one of this year's Advertising Age Marketing 100 for its innovative branding and marketing strategies, including its successful "For Dummies" series. The company's effort to make complex technical information accessible and easy to understand has led
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Richard Snyder, a former executive at Simon & Schuster, has taken the reins as chairman and CEO of Western Publishing Group Inc., succeeding Richard Bernstein. In a significant move, Snyder's partnership with Warburg Pincus Ventures has acquired a 20% stake in Western Publishing for $56 million and will
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The College Woman's Handbook, a comprehensive resource written by Rachel Dobkin and Shana Sippy, two recent Barnard graduates, aims to address the unique challenges and concerns faced by undergraduate women in college. With over 650 pages, the book serves as a community, resource center, and helpline, providing essential
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International Data Group (IDG), the world's largest computer publishing and market research company, has announced the appointment of Eugene V. Gartlan as its new Vice President-Finance/Chief Financial Officer. Gartlan joins IDG from Thomson Information Publishing Group, where he served as Vice President/CFO since 1991. During his
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Insilco Corporation, a diversified manufacturer of industrial components, reported net income from continuing operations of $3.3 million or $0.33 per share for the second quarter ended June 30, 1995, compared to a net loss of $7.4 million or $0.77 per share in the same quarter last
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Simon & Schuster, the world's largest computer book publisher, has entered into a strategic alliance with Ziff-Davis Publishing Company, the leading publisher of computer magazines and online computing content. This partnership will enable both companies to expand their offerings in the rapidly growing computer book publishing market, leveraging
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MCI's innovative serial ad campaign for networkMCI BUSINESS, featuring the fictional Gramercy Press publishing house, has come to an end with a surprising twist. During the final episode, it was revealed that the author of the bestselling novel "Apocalypse of the Heart" is none other than
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Marketing on the Internet is a groundbreaking book by Mike Mathieson that offers a comprehensive and practical guide to marketing products or services on the global Internet. The book provides a proven 12-step marketing strategy for finding new customers and selling in cyberspace, making it an essential tool for individuals
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R.L. Stein's "The Horror at Camp Jellyjam" has taken the top spot on USA TODAY's Best-Selling Books list, with Stephen King's "Rose Madder" debuting at No. 3. The top 10 Best-Selling Books across the USA for the previous week
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Brian C. Mulligan, currently controller of MCA INC., has been appointed a vice president by David R. Hancock, vice president of Financial Operations and chief accounting officer. Mulligan will continue in his controller position in addition to the new title, demonstrating the company's recognition of his contributions. Hancock
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Tribune's consolidated revenues increased by 0.3 percent in the April period, with newspaper advertising rising 6.6 percent, driven by an 8.1 percent increase in retail advertising. The company's major publishing segments, including general, classified, and "other" publishing revenues, also showed significant
