Book Deals: Week of March 16, 2026 — Major Acquisitions Across Genres

Publishers Weekly's weekly book deals column reports significant acquisitions across multiple genres and imprints. W.W. Norton acquired Tonya Mosley's memoir 'In Case of My Death.' Grove Atlantic secured Finnish debut 'Esther, the Butcher' with rights sold in 17+ territories. Hanover Square acquired 'Hell to Pay' by Kylie Lee Baker. Celadon acquired 'Dorothea' by Maria Hummel. Sourcebooks Landmark acquired two thrillers by Reese's Book Club fellow Janasha Prabhu.