Welcome to the official blog

of the Graduate Publishing program offered at Pace University’s Downtown New York Campus in the heart of the publishing world at 163 William St, 18th floor.

 

About us

“Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.”

– Neil Gaiman, Coraline

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 Welcome Fall 2025 students!

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Fall 2025

Thursday, September 18: 9:30 – 10:30 am

Thursday, October 16: 6:00 – 7:00 pm

Wednesday, October 8: 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Wednesday, November 12: 5:30 – 7:00 pm

Tuesday, December 2: 6:00 – 7:00 pm

 

Publishing Events

2025 National Book Award Winners

by | December 1, 2025 | Events, For Fun, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The winners of the 2025 National Book Award were announced on November 19th at the 76th National Book Award Ceremony, hosted by actor Jeff Hiller, with musical guest Corinne Bailey Rae. Out of the 1,835 submissions and twenty-five finalists, only five titles received...
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Samantha Handley’s Experience at the Frankfurt Book Fair

by | November 17, 2025 | Events, For Fun | 0 Comments

Every year, thousands of publishers, agents, editors, and others travel to Frankfurt, Germany to gather at the Frankfurt Buchmesse with the sole purpose of buying and selling international book rights. I was one of the fortunate few selected to attend the 2025...
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Volunteering at the Westchester Book Festival by Chardonnae Simpson

by | November 12, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, Around Town: Books and Magazine Events in NYC, For Fun, Opportunities, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

This past Saturday, I volunteered at the Westchester Book Festival in Katonah, New York. I served as an Information and Directory Volunteer. It was such a rewarding experience to be part of an event that brings together people who genuinely love books, reading, and...
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Day in the life at Frankfurt Book Fair by Oriana Marín

by | November 10, 2025 | Blog Feature, Events, Spotlight | 0 Comments

This year, I had the experience of going to the Frankfurt Book Fair, the biggest international book fair, where thousands of subsidiary rights professionals, agents, and some editors and authors meet up to sell and discover new titles. It is a place where many...
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Brittany Kitchen Interview: Frankfurt Book Fair Reflection

by | November 10, 2025 | Blog Feature, Events, Spotlight | 0 Comments

Q: Before attending the Frankfurt Book Fair, what were your expectations, and how did they compare to the reality of the experience? BK: Before attending the Frankfurt Book Fair, I had some expectations, but they didn’t quite match the reality. While I knew book...
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The Pub Lab

Introducing 2025 – 2026 Publishing Lab Team!

by | October 6, 2025 | The Pub Lab | 0 Comments

The Pace University MS in Publishing program is happy to announce The Publishing Lab team for the 2025 - 2026 academic year! The Publishing Lab aims to provide students with hands-on experience through the publishing process, preparing them for their future careers,...
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On Sale Now: The Publishing Lab, Volume 2

by | May 28, 2025 | The Pub Lab | 0 Comments

Straight from the creative hub of Pace University’s MS in Publishing program comes the second edition of The Publishing Lab, an anthology written, edited, copyedited, proofread, and designed entirely by MS in Publishing students. This volume is a collection of work by...
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Introducing the 2024-2025 Publishing Lab Team

by | July 1, 2024 | The Pub Lab | 0 Comments

The Pace University MS in Publishing program is happy to announce The Publishing Lab team for the 2024-2025 academic year! The Publishing Lab aims to give students hands-on experience through the publishing process, preparing them for their future careers, and to...
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Thanks for Supporting The Publishing Lab!

by | November 17, 2023 | The Pub Lab | 0 Comments

In the spirit of the season, we wanted to share what some members of our team are thankful for this November. We also want to thank all of you for supporting The Pub Lab!       “This year I was blessed with amazing friends and professors who decided to...
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Meet The Publishing Lab Staff

by | October 20, 2023 | The Pub Lab | 0 Comments

The Publishing Lab has a dedicated team of students working on the first issue of the Pace M.S. in Publishing program’s new literary journal. The team is passionate about publishing and looks forward to bringing that passion to the first issue. The editors are eager...
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For Fun

2025 National Book Award Winners

by | December 1, 2025 | Events, For Fun, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The winners of the 2025 National Book Award were announced on November 19th at the 76th National Book Award Ceremony, hosted by actor Jeff Hiller, with musical guest Corinne Bailey Rae. Out of the 1,835 submissions and twenty-five finalists, only five titles received...
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Samantha Handley’s Experience at the Frankfurt Book Fair

by | November 17, 2025 | Events, For Fun | 0 Comments

Every year, thousands of publishers, agents, editors, and others travel to Frankfurt, Germany to gather at the Frankfurt Buchmesse with the sole purpose of buying and selling international book rights. I was one of the fortunate few selected to attend the 2025...
Read More

Volunteering at the Westchester Book Festival by Chardonnae Simpson

by | November 12, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, Around Town: Books and Magazine Events in NYC, For Fun, Opportunities, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

This past Saturday, I volunteered at the Westchester Book Festival in Katonah, New York. I served as an Information and Directory Volunteer. It was such a rewarding experience to be part of an event that brings together people who genuinely love books, reading, and...
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Five Contemporary Black Poets – Black Poetry Day 2025

by | October 15, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, For Fun | 0 Comments

In honor of Black Poetry Day on October 17th, 2025, here are five contemporary Black Poets that you should be aware of, if you aren't already. Amanda Gorman is a twenty-seven-year-old award-winning writer, activist, and model. She graduated from Harvard cum laude and...
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Swoonworthy YA Panel at Books of Wonder by Sophia Scott

by | October 13, 2025 | Around Town: Books and Magazine Events in NYC, For Fun | 1 Comment

Few things make the publishing world feel more connected and inspiring than attending an event for a book your professor helped bring into the world. On October 6th, Books of Wonder opened its doors to an audience of readers to celebrate exciting new releases in the...
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In the News

Day in the life at Frankfurt Book Fair by Oriana Marín

by | November 10, 2025 | Blog Feature, Events, Spotlight | 0 Comments

This year, I had the experience of going to the Frankfurt Book Fair, the biggest international book fair, where thousands of subsidiary rights professionals, agents, and some editors and authors meet up to sell and discover new titles. It is a place where many...
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25 Finalists for 2025 – National Book Awards Shortlist

by | October 8, 2025 | For Fun | 0 Comments

The finalists for the 2025 National Book Awards were announced on October 7, 2025, and twenty-five titles have been selected – five books for each category of Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Translated Titles, and Young People's Literature. The five finalists of each...
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Are Big-Five Publishers Finally Realizing Spanish-Language Trade Publishing Potential?

by | April 8, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The trade publishing industry in the U.S. has largely depended on American markets that cater to English-dominated, white communities. While that has been successful, it is clear the industry is, not only in need of internal and external diversity and inclusion but...
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The Symbiotic Bond Between U.S. and U.K. Publishing

by | March 11, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

With the upcoming London Book Fair at the Olympia London from Tuesday March 12th, 2024 – Thursday March 14th, 2024, the buzz between U.S. and U.K. relations is ever-growing. In the past, the U.S. and U.K. markets have worked in parallel, as many of the publishers were...
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Texas Book Rating Law Rejected by the Fifth Circuit: A Major Win for Book Advocates

by | January 29, 2024 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

On January 17th, 2024, the Fifth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals backed up the lower court decision to block specific provisions in HB 900, one of Texas’s most controversial book rating laws. The court found the law to very likely violate First Amendment rights...
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Faculty Spotlight

Professor Cox’s New Ventures

by | April 29, 2025 | Faculty in the Spotlight, Spotlight | 0 Comments

Professor Erin Cox is stepping into two exciting new roles that reflect her passion for both the creative and business sides of publishing. Cox has been named Publisher of Publishing Perspectives, an international industry media site and daily newsletter, and a brand...
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Welcome to Professor Debra Polansky

by | February 21, 2025 | Faculty and Staff Bios, Faculty in the Spotlight, Spotlight, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to welcome the new adjunct Professors to the MS in Publishing program: Professor Jodie Cohen, Professor Sonny Regelman, and Professor Debra Polansky!  Debra Polansky Schor has worked in children's book publishing for over 30 years.  She has worked in...
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Welcome to Professor Sonny Regelman

by | February 20, 2025 | Faculty and Staff Bios, Faculty in the Spotlight, Spotlight | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to welcome the new adjunct Professors to the MS in Publishing program: Professor Jodie Cohen, Professor Sonny Regelman, and Professor Debra Polansky!  Sonny Regelman has been a publishing professional for nearly 30 years. She is a leader in editorial...
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Welcome to Professor Jodie Cohen

by | February 19, 2025 | Faculty in the Spotlight, Spotlight | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to welcome the new adjunct Professors to the MS in Publishing program: Professor Jodie Cohen, Professor Sonny Regelman, and Professor Debra Polansky!  Jodie Cohen is a dynamic publishing industry executive who has held key marketing leadership...
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Welcome to Brian Young

by | October 30, 2024 | Faculty and Staff Bios | 0 Comments

We are thrilled to welcome three new adjunct Professors to the MS in Publishing program: Professor Hudson-Underwood, Professor O’Sullivan, and Professor Young! Brian Young is an alumnus of McGill University and currently serves as VP of IT Applications at Penguin...
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Quote of the Week

C.S. Lewis

by | December 8, 2025 | Quote of the Week, Quotes, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.”

Emma Watson

by | December 3, 2025 | Quote of the Week | 0 Comments

“I like books that aren’t just lovely but that have memories in themselves. Just like playing a song, picking up a book again that has memories can take you back to another place or another time.”

Fran Lebowitz

by | November 10, 2025 | Quote of the Week, Quotes, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“Think before you speak. Read before you think.” 

Carlos Ruiz Zafón

by | November 3, 2025 | Quote of the Week, Quotes, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

“Books are mirrors: You only see in them what you already have inside you.” – The Shadow of the Wind

 

Victor Hugo

by | October 28, 2025 | Quote of the Week, Quotes | 0 Comments

“He loved books, those undemanding but faithful friends.” – Les Misérables

Campus News & Events

Volunteering at the Westchester Book Festival by Chardonnae Simpson

by | November 12, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, Around Town: Books and Magazine Events in NYC, For Fun, Opportunities, Uncategorized | 1 Comment

This past Saturday, I volunteered at the Westchester Book Festival in Katonah, New York. I served as an Information and Directory Volunteer. It was such a rewarding experience to be part of an event that brings together people who genuinely love books, reading, and...
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Ten Hours at New York Comic Con by Courtney Cohen

by | November 5, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, Blog Feature, Events, Spotlight | 1 Comment

I was so excited about my first Comic Con experience that I couldn’t sleep. No, really, I woke up at 5:30 a.m. and was unable to contain myself. I took the 6:30 a.m. train to Grand Central, and then made my way over to the Javits Center, where I picked up my badge. I...
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Five Contemporary Black Poets – Black Poetry Day 2025

by | October 15, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, For Fun | 0 Comments

In honor of Black Poetry Day on October 17th, 2025, here are five contemporary Black Poets that you should be aware of, if you aren't already. Amanda Gorman is a twenty-seven-year-old award-winning writer, activist, and model. She graduated from Harvard cum laude and...
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Celebrating National Comic Book Day

by | September 25, 2025 | Around Town & Campus, For Fun | 0 Comments

Today is National Comic Book Day, a day that is all about celebrating the stories that have captured our imaginations for generations. It’s a day for the fans, the collectors, and everyone who loves a good comic. For many, some of the fondest memories growing up, or...
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Books In Bloom Book Swap

by | May 6, 2025 | Around Town & Campus | 0 Comments

On Thursday, April 24th, the MS in Publishing Program hosted the Books in Bloom Spring Book Swap, our spring-themed book swap that was accompanied by a floral bookmark-making activity. Students connected by chatting about books with interesting plotlines and...
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Alumni Spotlight

Graduating Student Spotlight: Brooke Sufrin

by | May 9, 2023 | Alumni in the Spotlight, Blog Feature | 0 Comments

Favorite Course: Marketing with Professor McIntyre What are your plans post-graduation? I completed my undergraduate degree from Pace University on May 17th, 2021, with a double major in English and Communication Studies. On May 18th, 2021, I started working at...
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Graduating Student Spotlight: Greyson Corley

by | May 8, 2023 | Alumni in the Spotlight | 0 Comments

Favorite Quote: "For there is always light, if only we're brave enough to see it. If only we're brave enough to be it" - Amanda Gorman.  Favorite Course: My favorite course that I've taken in the publishing program would have to be Children's Book Publishing with...
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Graduating Student Spotlight: Aleaha Smith

by | April 28, 2023 | Alumni in the Spotlight | 0 Comments

Favorite Quote: "...if we aren't vigilant, we can move through our entire lives feeling smaller than we actually are—by playing it safe, by unconsciously giving away our power, by dimming our radiance, by not recognizing there is always so much more waiting for us on...
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Graduating Student Spotlight: Eleni Karavoussianis

by | April 28, 2023 | Alumni in the Spotlight | 0 Comments

Favorite Quote: "They paint the world full of shadows... and then tell their children to stay close to the light. Their light. Their reasons, their judgments. Because in the darkness, there be dragons. But it isn't true. We can prove that it isn't true. In the dark,...
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Alumni in the Spotlight | Rachel Smithline

by | June 29, 2022 | Alumni in the Spotlight | 0 Comments

What are your plans post-graduation? Take a moment to breathe before (hopefully) starting a full-time job. It’s been a wild two years, guys, and I’ve been informed by several people that I don’t know how to take a vacation.   How did the classes you took during...
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