Amanda Bergeron
About Amanda Bergeron
Amanda Bergeron is an Executive Editor at Penguin Random House in the Greater New York City Area, with over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, including an 8-year tenure at HarperCollins Publishers.
Company
Amanda Bergeron is currently an Executive Editor at Penguin Random House, operating out of the Greater New York City Area. She joined the company in 2016 after spending eight years at HarperCollins Publishers.
Title
Amanda Bergeron holds the title of Executive Editor at Penguin Random House. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development and publication of various literary works, including several New York Times bestsellers.
Background
Amanda Bergeron's career in the publishing industry began in journalism with a co-op position at The Boston Globe in 2007. She later gained editorial experience with a summer internship at Lebhar-Friedman in 2006. She spent a brief period as an Editorial Assistant at Spire before joining HarperCollins Publishers, where she served as Senior Editor for eight years. In 2016, she transitioned to Penguin Random House.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Bergeron earned her Bachelor's degree in Print & Multi-Media Journalism from Emerson College, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. She also graduated from the University of Michigan. Amanda has over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, with a particular interest in literary fiction and memoirs.
Achievements
Amanda Bergeron has edited several New York Times bestsellers over her career. She actively participates in literary events and book festivals, advocating for diversity in publishing. Additionally, she enjoys mentoring young editors and writers, contributing to the development of new talent in the industry.