09: Mara Delgado Sanchez: The Secret World of a Macmillan Wednesday Books Editor

In this episode, Sarah and Emily interview an editor of Wednesday Books, Mara Delgado Sanchez, to dive into the exciting and complex world of publishing. We explore the career of an editor at one of the most prestigious YA publishing houses in the world, Macmillan Wednesday Books. We'll go behind-the-scenes to learn about the day-to-day tasks, challenges, and rewards of working in the publishing industry.Our guest will share insights into how they select manuscripts, the editing process, the collaboration with authors to bring their books to life, how books go to auction, and the marketing and positioning tasks of an editor. We'll also discuss the different genres that they work with, from Young Adult to Adult, and how they stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the industry.Furthermore, we'll learn about the importance of networking and marketing relationships within the industry, from agents to booksellers, and how those relationships contribute to the success of a book.Finally, we'll get a glimpse into the future of publishing and how the industry is evolving to meet the changing demands of readers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in publishing their book or pursuing a career in the industry as an editor. MentionsMara Delgado SanchezManuscript Wish ListTwitterMacmillanSt. Martin's PressWednesday BooksFierce Reads Books Mentioned - We strongly encourage that listeners purchase these titles from their favorite indie bookstoreA Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J MaasFor She is Wrath by Emily VargaHope Ablaze by Sarah Mughal Rana Come back every second Thursday for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee!Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review! It really helps the podcast, especially since we're just getting started.Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah and Emily on Instagram or TikTok! Come back on the first Thursday of every month for a brand new episode of On the Write Track Pod. Make sure you hit the follow button to get notified, and like and subscribe to the podcast wherever you listen! Sign up to our Patreon where you can receive exclusive perks, some for as little as the cost of a coffee! Did you enjoy the episode? Please leave us a review!  Follow the podcast @OntheWriteTrackPodcast on Instagram. Also connect with Sarah and Emily on Instagram or TikTok!