A serious journalist with national exposure, Marissa understands how media works and what reporters want. Her journalism work has appeared in USA Today, National Geographic and other major publications. She is now interviewed by media like Forbes on best practices for book marketing.She joined the Books Forward team more than 10 years ago and now oversees the day-to-day operation of the firm. Named one of Publishers Weekly’s Star Watch Honorees, Marissa is both respected and adored by clients for her always encouraging and can-do approach. She is the first and final voice on all Books Forward matters, and she presides over all aspects of our publicity campaigns, including media and book tours, video development, social networking, production and creative planning, and business decisions.