Archives for October 2025
Barnes & Noble Book of the Year Finalists
Ask an Expert: Agent Marietta Zacker
Marietta Zacker has worked with books, authors and illustrators throughout her career—studying, creating, editing, marketing, teaching and selling. She supports independent bookselling, believes in libraries and takes pride in her work as a Latina in the world of publishing. She is always on the lookout for visual and narrative stories that reflect the world we live in, not the bubbles in which we put ourselves. She loves books that make readers feel and shies away from those that set out to teach the reader a lesson. What is your philosophy for representation when you take on a client? What questions […]
People 10/22
Forthcoming: Josh Shapiro’s WHERE WE KEEP THE LIGHT
On January 27, Harper will publish WHERE WE KEEP THE LIGHT: Stories From a Life of Service by Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro. According to a release, “in his book, Shapiro opens up about the toughest and most pivotal times of his life including: when an arsonist set fire to the Governor’s residence while he and his family slept inside, when he was under consideration to be Kamala Harris’ running mate in the 2024 election, and how experiences in his childhood shaped him to be the empathetic leader and pragmatic problem-solver that he is today.” VP, executive editor Sean Desmond acquired […]
Harper UK Confirms Elton As CEO
Named interim CEO of Harper UK two weeks ago following the abrupt and unexplained disappearance of Charlie Redmayne, Kate Elton has now been confirmed as CEO of the division going forward. Harper CEO Brian Murray says in the announcement: “I have had the pleasure of working closely with Kate on our global publishing projects and have seen personally her thoughtful approach and steady hand. Under her leadership, the UK Adult Commercial divisions have achieved tremendous success, transforming Harper Fiction into a powerhouse of bestsellers and driving significant revenue growth. A passionate advocate for our authors and books, Kate combines exceptional […]