A Life in Publishing

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Book editor Henry Ferris on the craft of shaping a manuscript

As a young editor at Times Books, Henry Ferris signed up a memoir by a Chicago lawyer who, he was told, might someday become the first Black President of the United States. Ferris and Barack Obama worked together closely on the manuscript that became the acclaimed bestseller, Dreams from My Father. Now a publishing industry veteran, Ferris has also worked with celebrities such as astronaut Buzz Aldrin, novelist Amy Ephron, columnist Gail Collins, and political commentator Joy-Ann Reid. In this highly personal interview, he speaks with David Masello about his craft, his life, and why good books need good editors.Please help the NAC support artists. By making a donation with your registration, you contribute directly to the NAC Artist Fellows program, helping to further the careers of up-and-coming artists.This program will be hosted via Zoom. You will receive additional details upon registration.

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