Knopf Doubleday president and publisher Maya Mavjee announced to staff Monday that Knopf publisher Reagan Arthur and Pantheon Schocken publisher Lisa Lucas “will both be leaving the company” due to a “restructure” (i.e. it’s involuntary). Mavjee writes, “I realize this is a lot of news to absorb, and I want to give you some context regarding our next steps. This realignment of KDPG is necessary for our future growth. Our new structure – consisting of a nimble, concentrated leadership team – will enable us to meet the trials of an ever-shifting marketplace, hone the shape and focus of our imprints, […]