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Rethinking 'Diversity' in Publishing: Lasting Change

Part of The Business of Books, the Edinburgh International Book Festival’s programme of free events dedicated to all those interested in the business of the book world. Find out more: https://www.edbookfest.co.uk/the-fest...


Recorded live on Thursday 19 August

"Rethinking ‘diversity’ is the first step; action needs to follow" (Rethinking ‘Diversity’ in Publishing report pub. 2020)

“Rethinking ‘Diversity’ in Publishing” was the first academic study in the UK that questioned how cultural production itself might disadvantage writers of colour. The study strongly encouraged professionals in the publishing industry to reflect on their practices, challenge their assumptions, and change their behaviour to make the publishing industry fairer for all.

One year on since the publication of this report, this event spotlights actions and initiatives which have been adopted to manifest real change for the benefit of writers and audiences of colour. It invites industry professionals to discuss what needs to be done to ensure these changes are longstanding, sustainable and part of a new structure.

Chaired by Editor-at-Large at Canongate and Chair of the AKO Caine Prize for African Writing, Ellah P. Wakatama OBE with contribution from the author of the Rethinking Diversity Report, Dr Anamik Saha and delivered in partnership with the Society of Young Publishers Scotland, this event offers a forum for discussion and invites everyone in the publishing industry from Scotland, the UK and beyond to join the conversation.

With Margaret Busby CBE, Hon. FRSL (Allison & Busby), Crystal Mahey-Morgan (Own It!), and Samantha Williams (Founder of BookLove)