Gowlett promoted at Hodder

Hodder non-fiction has promoted Briony Gowlett to senior editor. Gowlett, who was previously commissioning editor, has been at Hodder for a year, and bought books including Joey Essex’s Being Reem and most recently YouTuber Joe Sugg’s first book, a graphic novel. Hannah Black, publisher for non-fiction, said, “Briony is a much liked and valued member of the Hodder team, demonstrating from the very off her boundless energy, initiative and ability to acquire nimbly and astutely.” Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

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