Executive Changes: Marcus to Leave Scholastic, and Whalen Exits Running Press Scholastic president of children’s book publishing and company evp Barbara Marcus has “decided to leave the company” following this summer’s publication of the next Harry Potter book, after 22 years at Scholastic. Disney Children’s Books publisher Lisa Holton will take over for Marcus. Marcus says in a statement, “I have had a truly extraordinary experience and opportunity at Scholastic,” said Ms. Marcus. “The authors, illustrators and especially my colleagues have made my years here a most special time. I feel now is the right time to leave, having accomplished […]