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In this episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with Lee Hooyboer, Senior Manager of Bookseller Partnerships at Libro.fm.

Together, they explore the growing popularity of audiobooks, the concerns surrounding AI in audiobook production, and the role platforms like Libro.fm play in supporting independent booksellers. Lee also shares insights into the skills needed to work with digital products in publishing and how technology continues to shape the way readers discover and experience books.

If you’re interested in audiobooks, e-books, or digital products in the publishing industry, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishinguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

Timestamp breakdown:
00:00 Episode Intro
01:01 The World of Audiobooks with Lee Hooyboer
01:01:58 Episode Outro.
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#publishing #audiobooks #ai#careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #librofm #bookpodcast

Who was Milena Jesenská beyond her relationship with Franz Kafka?

In this episode of Printed in Conversation, I sit down with author Christine Estima to discuss her novel Letters to Kafka and the remarkable woman at the heart of the story. Together, we explore what first drew Christine to Milena's life, why she felt compelled to tell her story, and how years of research helped bring this extraordinary historical figure to the page.

Our conversation dives into Milena's legacy as a journalist, writer, translator, and resistance fighter, while also exploring the creative process of transforming historical research into compelling fiction. Christine shares how she balanced fact with imagination, what surprised her most during her research, and what she hopes readers take away from rediscovering a woman who deserves to be remembered for far more than her connection to Kafka.

Whether you're fascinated by literary history, historical fiction, or the craft of writing, this episode offers a thoughtful conversation about giving overlooked voices the spotlight they deserve.

🎧 Subscribe to Printed for more conversations with authors and publishing professionals exploring the stories behind the books we love

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#LettersToKafka #ChristineEstima #HistoricalFiction #AuthorInterview #BookPodcast

In this episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with Laura Di Giuseppe, Project Manager at The Tandem Collective.Together, they explore how The Tandem Collective is transforming book marketing through authentic reader communities, creative campaigns, and word-of-mouth promotion. Laura also shares what it's really like working in publishing marketing, the skills that matter most, and how the industry continues to evolve in the digital age.Plus, there’s a fun pop quiz and some encouraging advice for anyone hoping to build a career in publishing.If you’re interested in book marketing, publicity, or simply curious about how publishers connect books with readers, this episode is for you.Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishinguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.***Timestamp breakdown:00:00 Episode Intro02:14 "What Are You?" section (What the host and guest are reading, listening to, and watching)03:58 The Marketing Department25:07 Intern Tipsheet section (Career advice)30:45 Literary Rapid-Fire Quiz33:26 Community Q&A section37:17 Saying Goodbye to Our Guest40:04 Episode Outro***Books, series, movies, and authors mentioned in the episode:Books:-La Hija Unica by Guadalupe Nettel (Still Born)-The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen-Breathe by James Nestor-Our Perfect Storm by Carley FortuneAuthors:-Guadalupe Nettel-Jonathan Franzen-Haruki Murakami...#publishing #bookmarketing #marketinginpublishing #careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #thetandemcollective #bookpodcast

In this episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with Alana Wilcox, Editorial Director at Coach House Books.

Together, they unpack the editorial process of a manuscript, how to find the right home for your book, and the current industry issues. Alana also shares insights from her career and advice for those hoping to break into the field.

Plus, there’s a fun pop quiz and some encouraging words for anyone navigating the early stages of their publishing journey.

If you’re interested in being an editor, or even if you are just curious about how books get made behind the scenes, this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishingguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:41 The Editorial Department

01:27 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

12:33 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

19:02 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

21:12 Community Q&A section

26:04 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

28:01 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

-The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner

-The Four Spent the Day Together by Chris Kraus

-Nowhere, Exactly: On Identity and Belonging by M. G. Vassanji

Series:

-The Pitt

-Love Story

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#publishing #careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #coachhousebooks #bookpodcast

In this episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with Emily Ferko, Sales and Rights Director at ECW Press.

Together, they unpack what the sales and rights departments actually do inside a publishing house, the key skills needed to succeed, and common misconceptions about behind-the-scenes roles. Emily also shares insights from her career, what it takes to sell books, and advice for those hoping to break into the field.

Plus, there’s a fun pop quiz and some encouraging words for anyone navigating the early stages of their publishing journey.

If you’re interested in sales or rights, or even if you are just curious about how books get made behind the scenes, this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishingguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:41 The Operations Department

01:27 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

18:31 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

29:12 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

32:49 Community Q&A section

47:25 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

51:39 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

-Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

-The Witch of Willow Sound by Vanessa F. Penney

Authors:

-Kate Atkinson

-Anne Padgett

Series:

-The Pitt

-Love Story

Music:

-luck... or something, Hilary Duff

-The Art of Loving, Olivia Dean

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#publishing #careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #ecwpress #bookpodcast

In this sixth episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with Ulrika Moats, Director of Operations at Coffee House Press.

Together, they unpack what the operations department actually does inside a publishing house, the key skills needed to succeed in operations, and common misconceptions about behind-the-scenes roles. Ulrika also shares insights from her career, what it takes to keep publishing workflows running smoothly, and advice for those hoping to break into the field.

Plus, there’s a fun pop quiz and some honest, encouraging words for anyone navigating the early stages of their publishing journey.

If you’re interested in publishing operations or curious about how books get made behind the scenes, this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishingguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:42 The Operations Department

01:41 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

18:56 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

36:46 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

38:57 Community Q&A section

41:31 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

43:48 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

-A Certain Hunger by Chelsea Summers

-Age of Vice by Deepti Kapoor

-Carnality by Lina Wolff

Authors:

-Lina Wolff

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#publishing #careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #coffeehousepress #bookpodcast

In this fifth episode of Printed’s Department Series, host Vanessa Gomez sits down with New York Times bestselling author, New Yorker cartoonist, and experienced illustrator Bob Eckstein.

Together, they break down the difference between designers and illustrators, the key skills every creative should develop, and how to handle feedback when you’re working as part of a team. Bob also shares insights from his career, what it really takes to build longevity in creative industries, and advice for those just starting out.

Plus, there’s a fun pop quiz and some honest, encouraging words for anyone navigating the early stages of their creative journey.

If you’re interested in illustration, design, or breaking into publishing, this episode is for you.

Don’t forget to subscribe and follow Printed. You can also visit thepublishingguide.com for free resources to support your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:43 The Life of an Illustrator

01:25 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

03:51 How It All Started

27:22 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

51:07 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

55:35 Community Q&A section

01:02 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

01:04 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Wild Reverence by Rebecca Ross

-Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy

-Moby-Dick by Herman Melville

-This is a Book by Demetri Martin

Authors:

-Michael Palin

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#publishing #designdepartment #careersinbooks #workinginpublishing #illustrator #newyorktimesbestseller

In this fourth episode of Printed's "Department Series", join our host Vanessa Gomez and Stephanie Sinclair, Publisher of McClelland & Stewart, as they talk about the editorial department at Penguin Random House Canada. During this conversation, they discuss the general tasks the department handles and which skills are essential if you want to become an editor.

Plus, we also got a chance to discuss how internships work at Penguin Random House Canada and what you can expect from the applications and the program.

The episode also has a fun literary pop-up quiz and some encouraging words from Stephanie if you are in a tough moment of your job search.

We hope you enjoy the rest of the episodes in this season, and do not forget to subscribe and follow the podcast. You can also visit our website, the publishinguide.com, for free resources to help you on your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

Happy New Year to all our listeners!

#publicitydepartment #publishing #workinginpublishing #publicist #careersinbooks #bookpromotion

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:55 Introducing Stephanie Sinclair, Publisher of McClelland & Stewart

01:54 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

03:25 The Editorial Department

13:49 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

21:17 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

22:44 Community Q&A section

25:24 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

26:52 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Good Guys by Sharon Bala

-Heart the Lover by Lily King

-Letters to Kafka by Cristine Estima

-Brimstone by Callie Hart

-Black Water by Joyce Carol Oates

-Lost Children Archive by Valeria Luiselli

Authors:

-Michael Christie

Movies/Series:

-Love is Blind

-The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

In this third episode of Printed's "Department Series", join our host Vanessa Gomez and Sanna Wani, Publicity Manager of Between the Lines, as they talk about the publicity department in a publishing house. During this conversation, they discuss the general tasks the department handles and their involvement in a book's promotional campaigns.

Plus, for all those who want to join the department, there is a section with advice for your portfolio and application.

The episode also has a fun literary pop-up quiz and some encouraging words from Sanna if you are in a tough moment of your job search.

We hope you enjoy the rest of the episodes in this season, and do not forget to subscribe and follow the podcast. You can also visit our website, the publishinguide.com, for free resources to help you on your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

Next Episode, Stephanie Sinclair, Publisher of McClelland & Stewart, will join us for a deeper dive into the publicity department.

#publicitydepartment #publishing #workinginpublishing #publicist #careersinbooks #bookpromotion

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

00:50 Sanna Wani

01:42 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

03:32 The Publicity Department

25:08 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

32:51 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

34:24 Community Q&A section

39:47 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

41:54 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-Moderation by Elaine Castillo

-Heart the Lover by Lily King

-Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

-A Tale for The Time Being by Ruth Ozeki

-Swan: Poems and Prose by Mary Oliver

Authors:

-Heather Christle

Movies/Series:

-Wicked

-The Hunger Games

In this second episode of Printed's "Department Series", join our host Vanessa Gomez and two amazing guests, Hazel Millar and Jay Millar, co-publishers at Book*hug Press, as they talk about the editorial department in a publishing house. During this conversation, they discuss the general tasks the department handles and how they are involved in creating a book.

Plus, for all those who want to join the department, there is a section with advice for your portfolio and application.

The episode also has a fun literary pop-up quiz and some encouraging words from both Hazel and Jay if you are in a tough moment of your job search.

We hope you enjoy the rest of the episodes in this season, and do not forget to subscribe and follow the podcast. You can also visit our website, the publishinguide.com, for free resources to help you on your publishing journey, and find us on Instagram @thepublishinguide.

Next Episode, Sanna Wani, publicity manager at Between the Lines, will join us for a deeper dive into the publicity department.

#editorialdepartment #publishing #workinginpublishing #editorial #editor #careersinbooks #bookdesign

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Timestap breakdown:

00:00 Episode Intro

01:00 Welcoming Hazel Millar and Jay Millar

02:20 "What are you section?" (What are the host and guest reading, listening and watching)

10:23 The Design Department at an Indie Press

35:38 Intern tipsheet section (Career advice)

48:55 Literary Rapid Fire Quiz

51:37 Community Q&A section

56:25 Saying Goodbye to our Guest

1:00:00 Episode Outro

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Books, series, movies and authors mentioned in the episode:

Books:

-107 Days by Kamala Harris

-Heart the Lover by Lily King

-Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi

-The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

-The Sonnets by Ted Berrigan

-The Colony by Annika Orlin

-The Years by Annie Ernaux

Authors:

-Joan Didion

-Shirley Jackson

Movies/Series:

-Before Sunrise

-Pluribus

-Maxton Hall

Music:

-The Life of a Showgirl (Taylor Swift)