The Folio Society appoints former PRH director Jane Kirby as Head of Acquisitions following a 21% profit increase. The move highlights the brand's global expansion and upcoming British Book Awards 2026 deadline.
Penguin Random House is suing Donald Sutherland's production company, McNichol Pictures, for failing to deliver the completed manuscript for his memoir, "Made Up, Yet Still True", before his death.
The day will start with keynotes from DK chief executive Paul Kelly and BA president Fleur Sinclair, along with an interview with Penguin Random House’s global head of audio Amanda D’Acierno and a new piece of research from Enders Analysis exploring the value of publishing in the context of the wider media landscape.
For the portfolio review, Lewis had to submit five pieces of existing design work and PRH explained selections are made based on "creative potential in one of four areas: conceptual thinking, typography, illustrative flair, composition".
Penguin has said no formal education or experience in the industry is necessary, but they’ll be looking out for candidates who show potential in conceptual thinking, typography, illustrative flair and/or composition.
