People 11/29

VP, executive editor Trish Todd will retire at the end of the year, after 27 years at Simon & Schuster, “perhaps best known for her role in making Philippa Gregory a bestselling franchise.”

VP, editorial director Lindsay Sagnette said, “The passionate connection she feels for her books and authors is contagious. We will miss having her wise counsel, her ready wit, and her deep knowledge of all things publishing just down the hall.”

Abby Granata has joined as a junior designer, working on young adult and middle grade titles.

Kelly Haberstroh joins as associate publicist. She was previously a freelance publicist.

Marilyn Biderman has been promoted to partner.

Ed Maxwell has joined as literary agent. He was previously an agent at Sanford J. Greenburger Associates.

Alexandra Levick has been promoted to senior agent.