Random Media Notes
Book of Twitter bookmarks compiled by former Gawker writer sold for five figures. (via Bookninja)
Yahoo! is open to selling its search engine. The CFO says the deal would have to be done “for the right reasons.” Apparently, “reasons” is a euphemism for “money”.
A newish newspaper out of Abu Dhabi has good international books coverage. (via Goodjobbb)
“There was a time obviously when gossip was the big thing and it was very remunerative. Weren’t you getting over $1 million from Newsday?” An interview with gossip columnist Lis Smith about being fired from the NY Post.
Hearst to use citizen journalists. Really? Oh lord…