The first thing we did when we got to the HarperCollins Children's building was meet Farrin and Lexa (both editors, of course—you've probably seen them around the site). They gave us a tour where I got to meet a ton of other editors that work on some of my favorite books (all of Meg's, of course, and Pretty Little Liars). I got to meet Naomi, too (who you've also probably seen around the site). Then we were huddled into an art meeting. I never knew how much work went into making a cover. Between picking out models, colors, and fonts—the possibilities are endless. Then I got to see Farrin's office and pick her brain about how she became an editor.
Then it was on to lunch with Rachel Vail. We ate at this amazing Italian restaurant and Rachel was so nice. I got to hear tons of stories, one involving Judy Blume, and I even got to give my opinion on a title for her new series.
Then we went to an editorial meeting where several editors discussed if they wanted to pursue certain books or pass on them, and I also got to hear what kinds of books they're looking for in the upcoming year.
We were then shuffled into another meeting where we celebrated some birthdays (the cupcakes were really good) and then everyone discussed a manuscript I had gotten to take a look at earlier.
Finally, before the day was over, I got to meet Melissa from Publicity and take a tour of Marketing and Publicity—basically where they set up all the promotions for a book.
I met way too many editors to name, but each and every one was nice to us and they all went out of their way to make it a great day for me.
Did I not answer any essential questions? Well…you know what to do…
Lisa (a.k.a. Dorkysokerchick), Grand Prize Chapter Winner
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