Remembering Toni Morrison, Editor

A journalist recounts her conversations with the legendary literary figure on her time working in the book biz. Continue reading at 'Publishers Weekly'

[ Publishers Weekly | 2019-08-16 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Dan Peres Is the New Editor-in-Chief of Ad Age | People on the Move

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[ Folio Magazine | 2020-07-22 20:16:42 UTC ]
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Thomas & Mercer signs two-book deal with Dreda Say Mitchell and Tony Mason

Thomas & Mercer, an imprint of Amazon Publishing, has signed a two-book deal with writing partners Dreda Say Mitchell and Tony Mason. Continue reading at The Bookseller

[ The Bookseller | 2020-07-20 12:20:43 UTC ]
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'A visionary publisher': Tony Elliott, Time Out magazine founder, dies

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[ The Guardian | 2020-07-17 18:46:36 UTC ]
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Multiple Editors-in-Chief Exit Modern Luxury Amid Staff Cuts

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[ Folio Magazine | 2020-07-14 13:28:14 UTC ]
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6 Editors-in-Chief Share Their Inspirational Insights and Philosophies

2020 continues to be a trying and complicated year. This statement goes beyond the boundaries of publishing and speaks to the totality of our society and economy. But as publishers, we all play an important role in informing, entertaining and serving our communities, regardless of social,... Continue reading at Folio Magazine

[ Folio Magazine | 2020-07-09 15:53:18 UTC ]
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When all is said, what is being done? Introducing the Black Agents & Editors’ Group

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[ The Bookseller | 2020-07-09 13:41:59 UTC ]
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Stuart Emmrich to Step Down as Editor of Vogue.com

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[ Folio Magazine | 2020-06-29 16:47:32 UTC ]
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Arrow bags novel from PRH Children's editor Sara Jafari

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In Pandemic, Dystopian Fiction Loses Its Luster for Editors

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