Rachel Aydt, Author at Publishing Perspectives

About the Author

Rachel Aydt

Rachel Aydt is a full-time writer, editor and researcher in New York City. She worked on the staff at American Heritage Magazine, YM, Cosmopolitan and CosmoGirl. Rachel has also contributed to Time International and Inked magazines. Since 2001, she has taught writing classes at the New School University.

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History and Historicals: At 75, Avon Romances the Readers

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtFebruary 8, 2016

This year marks the diamond anniversary of Avon Books’ operation in the market, although it has been focused on romance for 44 of its 75 years. Today, it’s HarperCollins’ Avon Books.

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Embracing the Challenge: Historical Romance and Modern Sensibilities

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtFebruary 8, 2016

The term ‘bodice ripper’ is in deep disfavor among many today, and historical romance publishers and authors work carefully with modern sensibilities.

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Manhattan Hosts a Well-Orchestrated Book Riot

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtNovember 16, 2015

Book Riot’s free-flowing celebration of the book in New York earlier this month featured Margaret Atwood and drew literati from across the tri-state region.

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The Latest YA Trends and Trying to Reach “Kid Zero”

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtOctober 29, 2015

A panel of YA publishing pros discuss the latest trends — including a focus on realism — and the need to sustain direct relationships with readers.

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Poets of Color on Rattling the Chains of the Establishment

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtOctober 28, 2015

Gregory Pardlo and a trio of other acclaimed poets discuss their precarious working relationship with the publishing establishment.

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At 10th Brooklyn Book Festival, Authors and Fans Share Literary Love

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtSeptember 22, 2015

A sunny, blustery day gave Brooklyn a chance to show off its literary chops, with A-list panelists and celebs discussing the writing life and craft.

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At Slice Literary Conference, Publishing Pros and Writers Share Best Practices

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtSeptember 17, 2015

At the Slice Literary Writers Conference, a roster of NYC’s top publishing professionals shared best practices on writing and community building.

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10 Tips to Help Writers “Put Their A** in the Chair”

In Feature Articles by Rachel AydtSeptember 17, 2015

At Slice’s Literary Writers Conference panelists shared ten tips to help writers get to the most important work at hand: the writing itself.

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Treating Literary Translations with Respect Despite Difficulties

In English Language by Rachel AydtJune 1, 2015

Acquiring, publishing and promoting literary translations in the USA poses many challenges, and treating them respectfully requires skill and persistence.

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China and Publishing: The Best of Times, or The Worst of Times?

In Growth Markets by Rachel AydtMay 29, 2015

The Chinese publishing market remains intimidating to the West, but the opportunities for publishers are undeniable, even as Chinese publishers struggle.

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