Gerard Mancini
About Gerard Mancini
Gerard Mancini is the Executive Director, Managing Editorial at Penguin Young Readers, with over 35 years of experience in the publishing industry, particularly in children's books.
Executive Director, Managing Editorial, Penguin Young Readers
Gerard Mancini is the Executive Director, Managing Editorial at Penguin Young Readers. He transitioned to this role in November 2019. With extensive experience in managing editorial processes for children's books, Gerard continues to play a significant role in the department. His responsibilities include overseeing the editorial management and ensuring the successful publication of various children's book titles under the Penguin Young Readers division.
Career at Penguin Random House
Gerard Mancini has been a dedicated member of Penguin Random House and its predecessor companies for over 35 years. He initially started working at Penguin Group USA in 1985 and served as Associate Publisher/Managing Editor. His career continued seamlessly through the transition to Penguin Random House, where he held the same titles until 2019. Over his career, Gerard has been instrumental in shaping the editorial direction of numerous successful children's books.
Previous Roles in Publishing
Before his current role, Gerard Mancini held various significant positions in the publishing industry. From 1985 to 2019, he was the Associate Publisher/Managing Editor at Penguin Young Readers Group. Concurrently, he worked at Viking Children's Books as Managing Editor for the same period. Gerard's tenure at these established publishing houses underscored his deep understanding and expertise in the children's book sector.
Education and Expertise
Gerard Mancini studied at William Paterson University of New Jersey, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.). His educational background provided a strong foundation for his career in publishing. With decades of experience, Gerard possesses a thorough understanding of the publishing industry's ins and outs, particularly focusing on children's literature. His expertise extends to managing editorial processes and contributing to the success of numerous children's book titles.