Penguin Publishing Group
Emi Ikkanda, Executive Editor
Emi Ikkanda is an Executive Editor acquiring nonfiction and select fiction projects at Tiny Reparations Books, Dutton, and Plume at Penguin Random House. She previously worked at Seal Press at Hachette, and Spiegel & Grau at Random House. She publishes a diverse list of award-winning, bestselling, and culturally relevant books. Over the years she has edited #1 New…
Read MoreLydia Yadi, Senior Editor
Lydia loves publishing books for ambitious readers who are curious about how to do their best work and live well. She’s interested in fresh perspectives and prescriptive books on success, careers, female empowerment, psychology, self-help, and entrepreneurship. She also has a soft spot for gripping narratives and memoirs about creative industries like fashion, music, and…
Read MoreNina Rodríguez-Marty, Executive Editor
Nina Rodríguez-Marty (she/her/hers) acquires expert-led prescriptive and idea-driven nonfiction across self-help, personal development, psychology, health, and business life. Her current and forthcoming list includes books by New York Times bestselling authors Dr. Ramani Durvasula, Dr. Martha Beck, and Kara Loewentheil, as well as fertility doctor Dr. Natalie Crawford, relationships expert Sabrina Zohar, anthropologist Dr. Francesca…
Read MoreCharlotte Peters, Assistant Editor
Charlotte Peters joined Dutton in 2022. She is interested in commercial and genre fiction in unique, atmospheric settings that involve gothic, fantastical elements or dark institutions, escapist rom-coms simmering in magic (literal and figurative), character-driven “traditional” fantasy, and transportive romantasy, from epic to cozy. In nonfiction, she seeks relatable pop culture-focused works that appeal to…
Read MoreMegan Wenerstrom, Associate Editor
Megan joined Portfolio in 2022, drawn to big ideas that push boundaries and inspire new perspectives. Her authors span a diverse range of thinkers—entrepreneurs, philosophers, environmentalists, tech experts, activists, and even cowboys —bringing fresh insights to readers. Before publishing, Megan’s career began as a public school teacher, where she cultivated her talent for sparking curiosity and meaningful dialogue.
Read MoreLisset Lanza, Editorial Assistant
Lisset Lanza joined Dutton in April 2022 as an editorial assistant. She previously reported on local news and politics and her published magazine work is focused on health and lifestyle content. Lisset hopes to acquire voice-driven literary and commercial fiction with a focus on cultural critique and family dynamics. She’s interested in themes of mysticism,…
Read MoreVeronica Velasco, Editorial Assistant
Veronica Velasco joined Portfolio in September 2021. She is repeatedly drawn towards nonfiction that aims to help us better connect with each other, professionally and personally, through idea-driven books and compelling narratives. With a particular interest in journalism, politics, psychology, sociology, feminism, and self-help, she is eager to seek out books with stories that aim…
Read MoreMarie Michels, Editor
Marie Michels (she/her) joined Pamela Dorman Books in 2020. She’s looking for rom-coms that actually make her laugh out loud, and fiction ranging from commercial to book club. She’s drawn to characters with interesting jobs or hobbies, a skillful balance of grief and humor (think The Big Chill), and group dynamics, especially among friends and siblings.
Read MoreDavid Howe, Associate Editor
David Howe joined Dutton as an Associate Editor in 2024 and acquires a wide range of nonfiction. On the prescriptive side, he looks for books that lead to healthier lives or demystify transformative concepts for a broader audience, written by authors who combine rigorous research with commercial appeal. In narrative nonfiction, he’s most interested in…
Read MoreLindsay Ribar, Contracts, Finance, and Subsidiary Rights Manager
Associate Editor Sarah Blumenstock joined Berkley in 2016. Prior to joining Berkley she sold foreign and domestic rights for Penguin Young Readers. Sarah acquires commercial women’s fiction and romance—both historical and contemporary. Some of her recent and upcoming titles include The Star-Crossed Sisters of Tuscany by New York Times bestselling author Lori Nelson Spielman, A Touch of Forever by USA Today bestselling author Jo Goodman, Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore and Faker by Sarah Smith.
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