ALT Graphic featuring the WNDB logo and text that reads, "According to Lee & Low's 2019 Diversity Baseline Survey: Many mid-level professionals of marginalized backgrounds leave publishing within 3 to 6 years. This is a problem for diversity in the industry and books alike. We aim to change this."

ALT Graphic featuring the WNDB, Beacon Press, & Hachette logos along with text that reads, "Announcing Rise Up: Our new program for mid-level publishing professionals. Including a platform for networking, sharing resources, virtual meetings, job-hunting, and a professional development webinar series."

ALT “Representation matters, particularly at senior levels in our industry, and we are excited for the opportunity to prioritize retention of talent through this partnership. I’m very pleased for Hachette to join forces with We Need Diverse Books in creating opportunities for traditionally underrepresented employees to see themselves on the path to leadership positions in publishing.” - Carrie Bloxson, VP DEI

ALT "As we all know it isn’t enough to just hire diverse candidates at the entry levels. As an industry we need to ensure we continue to provide ways for development of professional skills & create pathways for growth. Beacon is thrilled to join WNDB in the new mid-level retention program & will continue to work to find ways to help our industry represent the world we live in." - Sanj Kharbanda, Associate Publisher