Printed

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 an...

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, an...

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...

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 insight...

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...

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 t...

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 wh...

In this first episode of Printed's "Department Series", join our host Vanessa Gomez and our incredible guest Laura Boyle, Art Director of Dundurn Press, as they talk about the design 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 de...