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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 47 MIN

From Editor to Author: Amber Oliver on 'When the Music Hits' and Championing Underrepresented Voices

from Now in Books · host Eve Laren

Award-winning senior editor and debut novelist Amber Oliver joins Now in Books to discuss her compelling new book When the Music Hits—a story about Black women in corporate America that's as relevant as today's headlines.In this episode, you'll discover:How the music industry A&R process really works behind the scenesWhat it's like being a Black woman in publishing and other creative industriesThe real-life music industry drama that inspired the novel's storylinesAmber's journey to becoming a published authorThe challenges facing diverse voices in publishingPerfect for listeners who love: Contemporary fiction, music industry insights, discussions about workplace diversity, publishing industry conversations, books by Black authors, stories set in New York City.Stay in the loop: Join our ⁠Listener Club⁠ Follow us ⁠@nowinbooks⁠Join the Club to get new and diverse books every month. Visit ⁠Now in Books⁠ for more info and find past ⁠Book Club Picks⁠. Want to share your feedback, have a question, or suggest a topic/author for the show? Contact us.

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Award-winning senior editor and debut novelist Amber Oliver joins Now in Books to discuss her compelling new book When the Music Hits—a story about Black women in corporate America that's as relevant as today's headlines.In this episode, you'll discover:How the music industry A&R process really works behind the scenesWhat it's like being a Black woman in publishing and other creative industriesThe real-life music industry drama that inspired the novel's storylinesAmber's journey to becoming a published authorThe challenges facing diverse voices in publishingPerfect for listeners who love: Contemporary fiction, music industry insights, discussions about workplace diversity, publishing industry conversations, books by Black authors, stories set in New York City.Stay in the loop: Join our ⁠Listener Club⁠ Follow us ⁠@nowinbooks⁠Join the Club to get new and diverse books every month. Visit ⁠Now in Books⁠ for more info and find past ⁠Book Club Picks⁠. Want to share your feedback, have a question, or suggest a topic/author for the show? Contact us.

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