Nick Garrison
About Nick Garrison
Nick Garrison is an Associate Publisher at Penguin Random House with over a decade of experience in the publishing industry, focusing on non-fiction works. He has a strong background in English literature and philosophy and has held various roles in communications and editorial positions at multiple publishing houses.
Current Position at Penguin Random House
Nick Garrison is currently working at Penguin Random House as an Associate Publisher in the Toronto, Canada area. He has played a key role in the editorial direction and strategy of the company since 2010. His work has been instrumental in acquiring and commissioning several best-selling non-fiction titles, lending substantial influence to the company's catalog.
Previous Roles in Publishing
Nick Garrison has a diverse background in the publishing industry spanning over a decade. Before his current role at Penguin Random House, he was the Associate Publisher at Penguin Group Canada from 2010 to 2013 and a Senior Editor at Random House of Canada Limited from 2007 to 2008. He also served as an Editor at Doubleday Canada from 2001 to 2006, demonstrating a strong career trajectory in editorial roles across prominent publishing houses.
Experience in Higher Education
Nick Garrison has substantial experience in academia, having served as Contract Professor at Ryerson University from 2013 to 2015 and as Contract Faculty at York University from 2009 to 2010. These roles highlight his ability to teach and mentor students while reinforcing his deep understanding of English literature and philosophy.
Educational Background
Nick Garrison's educational foundation is rooted in English literature and philosophy. He earned his M.A. in English from Queen's University in 1994 and his B.A. in English and Philosophy from the University of Toronto - Victoria University in 1992. This strong academic background informs his approach to publishing and his editorial expertise.
Early Career and Diverse Roles
In addition to his extensive publishing career, Nick Garrison has occupied other significant roles including Principal at Garrison Communications from 2008 to 2010 and Communications Director at Zerofootprint from 2006 to 2007. These positions underscore his versatility and depth of experience in both communications and editorial fields.