Inclusivity

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.

A behind the scenes look at feminist publishing company, Virago.

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.

A behind the scenes look at the lives of the people bringing the Women’s Prize to life.

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.

Nelle Andrew on the importance of knowing your worth.

Preena Gadher on creating opportunities and the importance of knowing your values.

Jazzmine Breary on inclusive publishing, legacy and belonging.

The books and audio agent on kindness, confidence and the importance of carving your own space.

The CEO of Bonnier Books on integrity, routes to success and the importance of flexible working.

The founder of storytelling and lifestyle brand OWNIT! London on innovation, risk-taking, and barriers in the publishing industry.

The Founding Chief Executive of New Writing North on class, regional diversity and building successful partnerships.

PRH’s internship co-ordinator on knowing your worth and being a leader at any stage of your career.

The Knights Of co-founder on inclusive publishing and the freedom of independence.

Sandy Mahal on cultural expectations, being a young parent and how publishers should be supporting libraries.