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HarperCollins Shutters Harper Design
HarperCollins confirmed on Friday that they are shutting down Harper Design. They said in a statement, “HarperCollins has made the strategic decision to close Harper Design. Moving forward, illustrated books will be published across the various imprints.” A representative told PL that some employees will be leaving the company, but did not specify how many.
May Book Club Picks
Jenna Bush Hager chose Chain Gang All Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah as the May pick for her Today Show Read With Jenna Book Club.
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At Norton, Tom Mayer has been promoted to vp, executive editor in the trade department. Editor in chief John Glusman said, "Tom has made enormous contributions to the Norton list with books that span the full range of literary, cultural, and historical subjects."
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Julie Will is joining Flatiron Books as svp, publishing director, starting on August 7, reporting to Megan Lynch. Will was previously vp, editorial director and co-founder of Harper Wave.