Behind the bestsellers: An insider’s guide to publishing with Elizabeth Briggs

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Ever wondered how a book goes from a manuscript to a bestseller?
Join me in this episode as I sit down with Elizabeth Briggs, the editorial director at Saqi Books, who gives an exclusive look behind the scenes at one of Europe's most unique publishing houses.
Elizabeth shares the rich history of Saqi Books, which evolved from Europe's first Arabic language bookshop, and reveals how they continue to amplify bold and inspiring voices from the Arab and Muslim worlds.
Elizabeth also offers a glimpse into her daily routine as a publishing professional in London. From her invigorating cycle commute to the multitude of tasks she juggles, including coordinating with production teams, securing author endorsements, and pitching books to sales teams, she paints a vivid picture of her dynamic role.
We also decode the manuscript submission process and what it takes to get your book noticed. Elizabeth walks us through key industry events like the London Book Fair and Frankfurt, where agents and publishers pitch their next big ideas.
This episode is a must-listen for aspiring authors and anyone fascinated by the evolving landscape of global literature.

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1. Behind the bestsellers: An insider’s guide to publishing with Elizabeth Briggs (00:00:00)

2. Publishing Diversity in Global Literature (00:00:05)

3. A Day in Book Publishing Job (00:13:15)

4. Publishing Submission Process and Criteria (00:19:36)

5. The Future of Publishing Houses (00:28:35)

6. Finding Readers (00:39:25)