Behind the Scenes: SLJ in Conversation with Children's Books Editors

by SLJ
May 02, 2018 | Filed in Events & PD
Join Shelley Diaz, School Library Journal's reviews manager, for a lively conversation with leading K-YA publishing insiders. They’ll discuss their selection process, building relationships with authors and illustrators, and publishing at large. View On Demand
Event Date & Time: Tuesday, May 22, 2018, 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT Join Shelley Diaz, School Library Journal's reviews manager, for a lively conversation with leading K-YA publishing insiders.They’ll discuss their selection process, building relationships with authors and illustrators, and publishing at large. Each editor will also tease a few of their top upcoming titles.

Panelists

  • Zareen Jaffery, Executive Editor, Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers
  • Rotem Moscovich, Executive Editor, Disney Hyperion
  • Nancy Paulsen, Publisher and President, Nancy Paulsen Books
  • Monica Perez, Executive Editor, Charlesbridge Teen

Moderator

  • Shelley Diaz, SLJ Reviews Manager, School Library Journal
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