Lion Hudson unveils new editorial structure

Christian publisher Lion Hudson has unveiled a new editorial structure, making a number of changes and appointments that will take effect this month.

Tony Collins has stepped down from his full time role as publisher for Monarch Books and Lion Fiction, and is now working part-time as editor-at-large.

Lynne Humphreys will join Lion Hudson as senior commissioning editor for Lion Children’s Books and Candle Books from her position as international primary senior commissioning editor at Oxford University Press.

Becki Bradshaw, senior commissioning editor for Lion Books,  has been made head of adult commissioning, overseeing Lion Books, Monarch Books and Lion Fiction, focusing on commissioning for Lion Books.

Simon Cox, Lion Hudson brand manager, has been appointed commissioning editor, with a primary focus on Monarch Books.

Jessica Tinker, meanwhile, has been appointed to the combined role of commissioning editor for Lion Fiction and editor for major projects, while Jenny Ward has been made managing editor for adult imprints from her position as editor for Monarch Books.

Andrew Hodder Williams, publishing director at Lion Hudson, said: “We are delighted to unveil this new structure for Lion Hudson’s editorial department. We are very excited about the expertise and experience which both new recruits and internal promotions bring to their roles, and we look forward to delivering a wide-ranging programme of titles for adults and children through 2016 and beyond.”