our INTERVIEWS
Read the latest from brilliant, inspiring, courageous and creative women who work in the publishing industry.
WORK LIFE BALANCE | PARENTAL LEAVE | SENIOR LEADERS | ENTRY LEVEL | CAREER PROGRESSION | START UPS | COACHING & MENTORSHIP | INCLUSIVITY | BARRIERS | MENTAL HEALTH
Suzy Astbury
CEO of Inspired Selection and a leading name in publishing recruitment, Suzy Astbury speaks to The FLIP about her top tips for job seekers, personal branding, squiggly careers, and why saying ‘hello’ can turn someone’s day around.
Louise Stark
CEO of Hachette ANZ, Louise Stark, talks to us about the changes she’s seen in her career spanning across the US and Australia, why it’s important to keep working with First Nations storytellers and why women need to reclaim the word ‘pushy’.
Network Chairs
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.
Sophie Williams
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
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.
Joanna Lee and Maria Garbutt-Lucero
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.
Selina Brown
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.
Daphne Tonge
Illumicrate and Daphne Press founder, Daphne Tonge, talks to us about starting your own business, leading a team and uplifting marginalised voices.
Sarah Wasley
Granta’s Production & Design Director, Sarah Wasley, talks about knowing your limitations, balancing caring with her career whilst going through the menopause.
Amy Mae Baxter
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.
Syima Aslam
Founder and Director of Bradford Literature Festival, Syima Aslam, talks about the digital shift, driving diversity and how the festival was started.
Cat Mitchell
University lecturer and disability researcher, Cat Mitchell, discusses empathy, inclusivity and work-life balance.
Catherine Cho
Literary agent and author, Catherine Cho discusses motherhood, mental health and starting her own business.
Ella Horne and Helena Gonda
Founders Ella Horne and Helena Gonda talk about the origins of The FLIP and how the platform has helped spark progressive change in the industry.
Rebecca Sinclair
The Brand & Communications Director on preserving mental health and thriving amidst change.
Alice Lutyens
The books and audio agent on kindness, confidence and the importance of carving your own space.
Perminder Mann
The CEO of Bonnier Books on integrity, routes to success and the importance of flexible working.
Crystal Mahey-Morgan
The founder of storytelling and lifestyle brand OWNIT! London on innovation, risk-taking, and barriers in the publishing industry.