The Streisand Effect

In the last two days I noticed a couple of tweets alluding to something called “The Streisand Effect.” I wondered if this could be that warm sensation I feel when listening to Ms. Streisand’s mellifluous renditions of “People” or “On a Clear Day?” No! NYU”s Jay Rosen tweeted this: Pugnacious political blog in Ohio goes…… Continue reading The Streisand Effect

Lena Dunham and Charles Blow: Literary Tales & Sales

As someone who has dabbled in book PR over the years, I can’t help but notice how the art and dynamics of this specialized practice have evolved. Most significantly, I’m seeing how a newly published author, with a sizable social media following, can play a pivotal role in driving awareness, esteem and…ultimately sales. There are, however,…… Continue reading Lena Dunham and Charles Blow: Literary Tales & Sales