Sarah Thegeby
About Sarah Thegeby
Sarah Thegeby is a Senior Publicist at Penguin Random House, with a background in theater and literature, and extensive experience in managing media relations and publicity campaigns.
Company
Sarah Thegeby is currently employed at Penguin Random House, where she holds the position of Senior Publicist. This role involves coordinating major book launch events and media tours for high-profile authors, as well as developing and executing comprehensive publicity campaigns that have resulted in multiple bestsellers.
Title
As a Senior Publicist, Sarah Thegeby specializes in promoting literary fiction and non-fiction titles. She has a strong network of contacts within the publishing industry and media outlets, and regularly collaborates with authors to develop their public profiles and media strategies.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Thegeby studied at King's College London & Shakespeare's Globe, earning a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Shakespeare Studies. She also holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in English Literature from The University of Edinburgh. Her extensive education in literature and background in theater enhances her ability to craft compelling narratives for book promotions.
Background
Before joining Penguin Random House, Sarah Thegeby worked at Thames & Hudson as a Publicist for four years. She also has extensive experience in theater and literature, having held several roles such as Literary Intern at New York Theatre Workshop, Research Intern at National Theatre, and Producer at Bedlam Theatre. Additionally, she has worked in various capacities including Storyline Consultant, Drama Editor, and Teacher of English as a Foreign Language.
Achievements
Sarah Thegeby has coordinated major book launch events, developed comprehensive publicity campaigns resulting in bestsellers, and actively participates in industry panels and discussions on book publicity and marketing strategies. At Penguin Random House, she also mentors junior publicists and interns, providing guidance on career development and industry best practices.