Should authors and illustrators be fearful at news of the restructuring of Macmillan Children’s Publishing Group?
At last summer’s SCBWI conference, there was speculation that the universe of children’s publishing was crumbling. Those fears were laid to rest by the speakers (editors, art directors, SCBWI staff), but it’s sure to come up again. Like now.
According to this article at mediabistro.com, news of this kind is actually great for writers and artists. It’s a slightly new game, but still winnable.
“[T]his is really an opportunity to grow and be challenged.” - Jean Fewiell, Senior Vice President
Also, you have to love a Senior VP who references Star Wars.
How will you use this information? I’m curious.
I’m glad I finished my project with them a few months ago!!!