HarperCollins and the striking workers have agreed to federal mediation.

The union representing about 250 striking HarperCollins Publishers employees and the company have agreed to join federal mediation, marking the first sign of a possible resolution since the work stoppage began in early November. "We are happy to have this opportunity to continue bargaining with HarperCollins and hope they finally are ready to put a fair offer on the table," said Olga Brudastova, president of Local 2110 UAW, in a stat....