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Founder and owner of London’s first romance-only bookshop, Saucy Books, Sarah Maxwell talks to us about her transition from tech to publishing, what she loves about the romance reading community and her hopes for the future of the genre.
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.
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 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, 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.
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.
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.
Literary agent and author, Catherine Cho discusses motherhood, mental health and starting her own business.
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.
The Brand & Communications Director on preserving mental health and thriving amidst change.
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.
The Managing Director of the Booksellers Association on confidence, retail diversity and bookshops as a force for good.
Sandy Mahal on cultural expectations, being a young parent and how publishers should be supporting libraries.
CEO of Pan Macmillan, Joanna Prior, talks to us about changes in publishing, leading a team through crisis and combatting misinformation.