Publishers Association hosts celebration of People of Publishing 2024

Members of the publishing industry gathered yesterday evening (Tuesday, 24th September) at the Menier Penthouse to celebrate this year’s People of Publishing.

The People of Publishing campaign, run by the Publishers Association, celebrates those behind some of the most exciting things happening in the industry and "the role they have played in driving publishing forward". Centred on "championing progress across publishing sectors", the campaign aims to shine a light on individuals "who have achieved great things". 

This year’s People of Publishing judging panel was made up of Dan Conway (c.e.o. of the Publishers Association), Josie Dobrin (executive chair and founder of Creative Access) and Philip Jones (editor of The Bookseller). They assessed submissions based on a range of criteria including the impact the nominees have made, innovation and tackling inequality. 

2024’s People of Publishing are

• Caroline Gorham, production and systems director, Canongate 
• Sabah Khan, publicity director, Simon & Schuster UK (S&S) 
• Dr Adya Misra, associate director, Research Integrity at Sage  
• Dr Zaahida Nabagereka, senior social impact manager, Penguin Random House UK 
• Emma Steel, head of imprint, Every Cherry at Sweet Cherry Publishing 
• Yanmin Zhuchen-Mander, senior marketing manager, John Murray Press at Hachette UK 

Conway said: "The People of Publishing campaign is such an inspiring thing to be part of. The judging was a real challenge due to the incredible nominations from every corner of publishing. It’s a great reminder of the huge amount of talent we have in the industry. Congratulations to this year’s People of Publishing."

Perminder Mann, president of the Publishers Association and c.e.o. of Bonnier Books UK said: "It’s energising to see the innovations and achievements that our 2024 People of Publishing have been introducing. As an industry, we are committed to attracting passionate, driven individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and giving them the support they need to thrive in their careers. It’s so rewarding to see the incredible outcomes when people feel empowered to share their unique perspectives and drive meaningful change."