Children’s Literature Leadership: Patrice Lawrence has been named the UK’s new children’s laureate (2026–2028), promising to use books to tackle isolation and help young readers feel seen. Publishing Calendar: The Sharjah International Book Fair returns Nov. 4–15, with Oman as Guest of Honour, spotlighting literary and industry programming. Book-to-Reader Culture: A new collection by Sigrid Nunez, “It Will Come Back to You,” gathers thirteen stories that critics say shift tone and meaning in unsettling ways. Reader Life & Faith: Tori Kelly discusses slowing down with John Mark Comer’s “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry,” while Christina Stafford’s “Praying for Powers” offers Scripture-centered prayer for leaders. IP & Creator Rights: “Who Owns What?” by Xerxes Ranina (HarperCollins) aims to simplify intellectual property basics for writers and filmmakers. Tech & Security for Consumers: Savi Security launches an app to screen AI-powered scams before users engage, backed by $7M seed funding. Controversy in Sports Governance: FIFA faces backlash after Infantino reportedly intervened to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red-card ban.