Melissa Duffy
Acquisitions Editor, Software & Programming @Apress
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WORK HISTORY
Acquisitions Editor, Software & Programming @Apress
New York, NY, US
Commission 25 to 30 trade books annually on programming languages and related topics.Attend industry conferences to network with subject matter experts and potential authors.Maintain and nurture relationships with authors to ensure ongoing collaboration and book quality.Monitor industry trends and experts to identify new topics and emerging voices.Collaborate with authors to develop and implement promotional strategies to boost book enthusiasm and sales.Conduct research on the programming landscape to inform and strategize content development.Coordinate with project management team to ensure successful book launches in a timely manner. Provide editorial guidance and feedback to authors throughout the manuscript development process.
EDUCATION
Emerson College
Bachelor's degree, Writing, Literature and Publishing
SKILLS
ABOUT MELISSA DUFFY
I\'m a book-lover with years of experience in academic and trade publishing. Currently…
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