Paul Whitlatch
About Paul Whitlatch
Paul Whitlatch is an Executive Editor at Crown, Penguin Random House, and an Adjunct Instructor at New York University with over 15 years of experience in the publishing industry.
Company
Paul Whitlatch is currently working at Penguin Random House as an Executive Editor for its Crown division. His role involves overseeing the acquisition and editing of nonfiction books, particularly those with high-profile public figures such as politicians, business leaders, journalists, and celebrities. Additionally, Paul contributes to major corporate strategic initiatives, collaborating across various departments.
Title
Paul Whitlatch holds the title of Executive Editor at Crown, Penguin Random House. His position entails the responsibility for managing complex and fast-paced editorial projects, acquiring significant nonfiction works, and ensuring their successful publication. Paul has substantial experience navigating the demands of working with prominent authors and public figures.
Education and Expertise
Paul Whitlatch studied at New York University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Comparative Literature from 2003 to 2007. His extensive background in comparative literature provides a strong foundation for his editorial and literary skills. With over 15 years in the publishing industry, Paul's expertise spans acquisition, editing, and project management of nonfiction books. He also serves as an adjunct instructor at New York University, based at the Washington Square Campus.
Background
Paul Whitlatch's career in the publishing industry began at W. W. Norton & Company, Inc., where he worked as an Editorial Assistant from 2007 to 2008. He then moved to Simon and Schuster, taking on the role of Editor from 2008 to 2014. At Hachette Book Group, Paul served as a Senior Editor from 2014 to 2018, followed by a year as Executive Editor from 2018 to 2019. He has also moderated the Frankfurt Fellowship Program at the Frankfurt Book Fair from 2012 to 2013.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Paul Whitlatch has acquired and edited several high-profile nonfiction books, including 'THE CULT OF WE' by Eliot Brown and Maureen Farrell and 'THE CONVERSATION' by Robert Livingston. His forthcoming publications include books by notable authors such as Andrew Yang, Liza Mundy, Alexis Coe, Bradley Hope, Kai-Fu Lee, and Andy Dunn. His experience and successes in the industry underscore his ability to manage significant projects and work with distinguished authors.