
Inside Publishing
The Society of Young Publishers are pleased to present Inside Publishing, the podcast series interviewing industry experts on everything publishing.
Episodes
79 episodes
In Conversation with Georgia Leighton, debut author of Spellbound
In this episode, Gemma speaks to debut author Georgia Leighton ahead of the release of her novel Spellbound. Georgia talks about her writing process, the influences behind Spellbound, her experience publishing a novel and her journey into the i...
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Imprints, Independents, and Ireland with Brendan Barrington
In this episode, Izzi speaks to Brendan Barrington, the editorial director of Penguin Sandycove and the founder of the Dublin Review. We cover his extensive career in editing, and what it means to be an imprint of a larger publishing house and ...
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In Conversation with Debut Author, Rozie Kelly
Overview: Sara Young interviews Rozie Kelly about her debut novel "Kingfisher," published by Saraband Press on April 3. Rozie discusses her journey as a writer, and highlights the importance of prizes like the Northbound Book Award and the PFD ...
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Marketing Fiction at Head of Zeus with Shannon Hewitt
In this episode, Gemma speaks to Shannon Hewitt, senior marketing manager at Head of Zeus, a London-based publisher with six imprints that cover a range of fiction and non-fiction books. We talk about the process of creating, planning and deliv...
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Hybrid Publishing and Book Coaching with Girl Friday Productions
In this episode, Izzi speaks to Ingrid Emerick and Leslie Miller, the co-founders of Girl Friday Productions: a hybrid publishing house based in America. We deep-dive into what hybrid publishing is and how the industry has shifted in the last f...
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Every Cherry Publishing with Emma Steel
In this episode, Gemma speaks to Emma Steel - Head of the Every Cherry Imprint a Sweet Cherry Publishing. Emma talks candidly on representation for SEND disabilities within the publishing industry, how she transitioned from a long-standing teac...
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The Society of Authors with Johanna Clarke
In this episode, Sarah speaks to Johanna Clarke – Outreach Lead, Senior Contracts Advisory and podcast host for the Society of Authors (SoA). Johanna speaks about how the SoA works to support authors, along with their role in the broader publis...
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Seizing the Zines of Production with Tee Hodges of Typewronger
In this episode, Annika talks to Tee Hodges, the founder of Typewronger, which is an independent bookshop, typewriter repair shop, and small press in Edinburgh. They discuss the ins and outs of independent publishing, first steps into small pre...
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Interning at The Hay Festival with Sophie James
In this episode, Jess speaks to Sophie James about her Events Management Internship at The Hay Festival which took place earlier this year. Sophie speaks openly about her experience, providing insight into what the role involved, what she leart...
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An Interview with Bridget Shine, IPG's Chief Executive
In this episode, Michaela speaks to Bridget Shine –– Chief Executive of the Independent Publishers Guild –– about the independent publishing industry. Bridget talks about the differences between working at an independent vs a corpor...
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An Interview with Author and Activist, Robert Kingett
In this episode, Tamara speaks to Robert Kingett- disability activist, published author and romance aficionado- about his tumultuous but ultimately inspiring career in publishing. Robert speaks passionately about what activism can look like in ...
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Bookstagramming and championing authors with disabilities with Róisin Cremin
This week's host, Ireland's Rachel Cahill, sits down with Róisin Cremin to discuss the science of bookstagramming and her work in highlighting authors with disabilities. Having been an online book reviewer for a number of years, Róisin gives th...
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A Look at Literary Scouting with Flo Lacey
In this episode, Sarah speaks to Flo Lacey – scout at London Literary Scouting – about the role of scouting in the publishing industry. Flo explains what a literary scout does, delving into the highs and lows of her role, along with providing a...
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Working in Audio with Emma Kiesling
In this episode, Sarah speaks to Emma Kiesling – audio assistant for Bonnier Books UK and fellow publishing podcaster – about working in audio publishing. Emma explains how she found her way into audiobooks, what a day on the job looks like, an...
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How to launch an Irish Literary Journal with Ragaire Magazine
This week Ireland's own Rachel Cahill will be speaking with Tara O'Malley and Cormac Culkeen - two thirds of the creative minds behind the brand new literary magazine 'Ragaire.' In this episode our host will pick their brain on the essential st...
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In Defence of Sensitivity Reading with Jake Hope
In this episode, Eleanor speaks to Jake Hope – Chair of the Carnegie and Kate Greenway medals, board trustee for Lancaster LitFest and freelance children's book consultant – about the role of a Sensitivity Reader. Jake speaks candidly about the...
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Opportunity-led routes into publishing with Curtis Brown Creative's founder Anna Davis
In this episode, Evie talks to the managing director and founder of Curtis Brown Creative, Anna Davis, about the CBC's incredible opportunities. CBC run their annual Discoveries competition, in which their shortlist of winners has just b...
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International Publishing Perspectives in Italy with Valeria Barbon
Continuing our segment on international publishing perspectives, host Rachel Cahill speaks with Valeria Barbon who is interning as an Editorial Assistant at Guido Tommasi Editore, an award-winning publisher in Milan. They talk about the logisti...
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International Publishing Perspectives in Germany with Alessia Fiorello
Have you ever wondered about the inner workings of publishing companies in different parts of the world? This week's host Rachel sits down with Alessia Fiorello, who until recently worked as a Junior Marketing Manager for an educational digital...
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Digital Publishing and eBook Piracy with Dr Wayne Noble (UCLan Publishing)
In this episode, Eleanor speaks about eBook piracy and intellectual property to Dr Wayne Noble – Digital Director at UCLan Publishing, Lecturer in Digital Publishing at UCLan, and published criminologist. Wayne expertly discusses the various...
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2024 Publishing Ins and Outs with SYP North
In this episode, Eleanor and Laura - SYP North Digital Content Officers for 2023 - talk about their 2024 Publishing Ins and Outs. They cover things they'd love to see more of like hybrid working and more open discussions with professionals in t...
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Sustainability with Rachel Martin
In this special conference episode, Kate speaks to Rachel Martin, the Global Director of Sustainability at Elsevier. They discuss how to create a sustainable future in publishing, from collecting important data and introducing green goals to pu...
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Queer Book Archives with Lavender Menace
In this episode, Averie speaks to Bob Orr and Sigrid Nielson, founders of Lavender Menace. Bob and Sigrid discuss the origins of Lavender Menace, the books they keep in the archive and the challenges of maintaining older books. We also cover th...
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Book Marketing Since the Peak of BookTok with Megan Whitlock
In this episode, Eleanor speaks to Megan Whitlock - Marketing Executive at BookMachine and UCLan alumni - about marketing roles within both trade and academic publishing. Megan talks candidly about the difficulties of finding the right publishi...
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