Caitlin Mc Kenna
About Caitlin Mc Kenna
Caitlin Mc Kenna is the Editorial Director, Fiction at Penguin Random House, with extensive experience in literary fiction and a strong background in mentoring emerging writers.
Company
Caitlin Mc Kenna currently works at Penguin Random House. She serves as the Editorial Director, Fiction, for the renowned publishing company. Penguin Random House is a global publisher known for its extensive catalog of fiction and non-fiction books. Caitlin's role involves overseeing the acquisition and publication of new fiction works, ensuring high standards are met for each release.
Title
Caitlin Mc Kenna holds the title of Editorial Director, Fiction at Penguin Random House. In this position, she leads the editorial team in curating a diverse and high-quality selection of fiction novels. She focuses on strategic acquisitions, working with both well-established authors and emerging talent in the literary fiction genre.
Education and Expertise
Caitlin Mc Kenna studied at Brown University, where she completed a degree in Comparative Literature from 2005 to 2009. Her education provided a strong foundation in literary analysis and appreciation, which she has since applied to her roles in publishing. Caitlin has a particular interest in debut authors and has developed a reputation for her expertise in literary fiction.
Background
Before her current role, Caitlin Mc Kenna has had an extensive career in publishing. She worked as a Junior Agent at Melanie Jackson Agency, LLC from 2009 to 2012 in the Greater New York City Area. She then joined Narrative Magazine as Deputy Editor at Large from 2007 to 2010 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Caitlin progressed within Penguin Random House, starting as an Editor from 2015 to 2017, then as Senior Editor from 2018 to 2022, before her current position.
Achievements
Caitlin Mc Kenna has led the acquisition and publication of several bestselling novels in the fiction genre. She has played a key role in the editorial process for award-winning books at Penguin Random House. Caitlin regularly participates in industry panels and literary festivals to share her insights on contemporary fiction trends. Furthermore, she mentors emerging writers through various literary programs and workshops, fostering the next generation of literary talent.