Nina 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 MoreAZ Hackett, Editorial Assistant
AZ Hackett is an editorial assistant at Viking Children’s Books, assisting Tamar Brazis and Jenny Bak. She began her publishing career as an editorial intern at Candlewick Press and a We Need Diverse Books grantee. AZ has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (Emerson College) and a Master of Fine Arts degree (the New School) in…
Read MoreLauri Hornik, President and Publisher
auri began her career as an editorial assistant at Houghton Mifflin Children’s Books in 1988, right after graduating from Harvard.
Read MoreRocky Pond
Rocky Pond Books is Penguin’s newest children’s and YA imprint, with its first titles set to launch in Spring 2023. The imprint will publish books for two through teen, both fiction and nonfiction, with a primary focus on mental health and social-emotional learning.
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 MoreAshley Garland, Publicity Director
Ashley Garland has worked on dozens of national media campaigns for award-winning and New York Times bestselling Riverhead authors including James McBride, Daniel Pink, Anne Lamott, Danzy Senna, Michele Harper, and Randall Munroe.
Read MoreJenn Houghton, Publishing Associate
Jenn Houghton (she/her) joined Viking Penguin in October 2021 and currently assists Brian Tart. She graduated with a Creative Writing B.A. from William Paterson University which she earned while managing a retail business in Montclair, New Jersey. Moving on from small business, she entered the world of publishing with a passion for absurdist fiction, introspective…
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