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Co-founder of FairyLoot, Anissa de Gomery, talks to us about the process of founding and scaling up her business, what her average week at FairyLoot looks like and why romantasy is here to stay.
CEO of Book Aid International, Alison Tweed, speaks to us below about human connection in a hybrid world, the future of print publishing, and the importance for publishers to go further than just author and book promotion.
Dr Zaahida Nabagereka speaks to us about leading the brilliant Lit in Colour programme, how her specialist background in academia set her up for success in publishing, and the role of data in addressing solutions to systemic oppression.
Madeleine Milburn, founder of Madeleine Milburn Agency (MMA), talks to us about her journey to setting up her own agency, battling stress and burnout, and helping to cultivate talent in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Network chairs from across the industry on celebrating their wins, balancing their roles and why it’s up to everyone to foster an inclusive environment.
Fleur Sinclair, President of the Booksellers Association and owner of the award-winning Sevenoaks Bookshop, talks to us about the importance of collaboration and representation and why independent bookshops are so much more to the communities they serve.
Sophie Williams, author and speaker, talks candidly about The Glass Cliff, how we can reframe soft skills and why it’s so important to hire and retain ‘culture-adds’ to change the creative industries for the better.
Cassie Chadderton, CEO of World Book Day, discusses the importance of fostering a love of reading in children, the transformation of the publishing industry and how to lead a team with purpose.
Bridget Shine, CEO of the Independent Publishers Guild, talks to us about the changing publishing landscape, nurturing your team and the importance of being truly regional.
Founders of the ESEA Publishing Network, Joanna Lee and Maria Garbutt-Lucero, talk to us about amplifying under-represented voices and why safe spaces are essential for everybody to thrive.
Founder of the Black British Book Festival, Selina Brown, talks to us about her journey from author to CEO, and the future of Black British publishing.
Illumicrate and Daphne Press founder, Daphne Tonge, talks to us about starting your own business, leading a team and uplifting marginalised voices.
Lee Newman, Educational Publisher at Collins, speaks to us candidly about class, imposter syndrome and how we’re all part of the solution to barriers in publishing.
Granta’s Production & Design Director, Sarah Wasley, talks about knowing your limitations, balancing caring with her career whilst going through the menopause.
Editor and magazine founder, Amy Mae Baxter, chats to us about balancing two roles, burnout and her contribution to making the publishing industry more diverse.
Founder and Director of Bradford Literature Festival, Syima Aslam, talks about the digital shift, driving diversity and how the festival was started.
University lecturer and disability researcher, Cat Mitchell, discusses empathy, inclusivity and work-life balance.
Rafi Romaya, Art Director at Canongate, about finding creative inspiration and her move from London to Edinburgh.
The founder of storytelling and lifestyle brand OWNIT! London on innovation, risk-taking, and barriers in the publishing industry.
PRH’s internship co-ordinator on knowing your worth and being a leader at any stage of your career.
Sandy Mahal on cultural expectations, being a young parent and how publishers should be supporting libraries.
Co-founder of Creative Access, Josie Dobrin, discusses the lessons learnt from 15 years at the helm of the organisation and what we still need to do to attract, support and retain diverse talent at all levels.