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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Book Deal podcast, host Natasha Rai interviews Tom Langshaw, publisher at Pantera Press. Tom discusses his journey from working at Penguin Random House to his current role, explaining the intricacies of the publishing process from manuscript acquisition to promotion. He shares insights on what makes a manuscript stand out, the importance of voice and character in fiction, and the significance of timing and market trends in publishing decisions. Tom also emphasizes the value of respectful and collaborative relationships with authors and offers advice for emerging writers on perfecting their pitches. Additionally, Tom highlights concerns about the consolidation in the publishing industry and the importance of supporting independent publishers.00:00 Welcome to The Book Deal Podcast00:56 Meet Tom Langshaw: Publisher at Pantera Press01:57 A Day in the Life of a Publisher04:45 The Art of Manuscript Selection08:31 From Editorial Assistant to Publisher12:17 Navigating the Publishing Industry16:06 The Role of Sales and Trends in Publishing21:19 Transitioning to Pantera Press32:16 Building Relationships in Publishing33:21 Connecting with Booksellers34:34 Reading for Work vs. Pleasure36:03 Editing Tips for Writers38:48 Common Mistakes in Pitching45:43 Trends in the Publishing Industry48:32 Advice for Emerging Writers56:39 Exciting Upcoming Books01:00:13 Final Thoughts and ReflectionsJoin our Patreon community for less than the cost of a coffee per month and support the pod! Your contribution will go to directly paying our sound producer, Brogan, and to help us bring you the conversations with industry professionals you love. Follow The Book Deal podcast on Instagram The Book Deal podcast (@the_book_deal_podcast) • Instagram photos and videosYou can find out more about Tina, Madeleine and Natasha and follow their journeys here: Tina Strachan (@td_strachan) • Instagram photos and videosTina Strachan children's book authorMadeleine Cleary (@madeleineclearywrites) • Instagram photos and videosMadeleine Cleary | AuthorNatasha Rai (@raiwriting) • Instagram photos and videosNatasha Rai | Author | Mentor If you want to stay in the know, sign up to Madeleine, Tina and Natasha's newsletters for the latest news first. Madeleine: Subscribe here...
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