John Maher is a seasoned journalist and editor currently serving as News Editor for Books at The New York Times since October 2025, focusing on breaking news and enterprise stories within the publishing industry and literary world. With extensive freelance experience since November 2015, Maher has contributed to notable publications such as Esquire, The Los Angeles Times, and Time Inc. Books. Prior roles include News Director and Senior News Editor at Publishers Weekly, where management of news operations and editorial teams was key. Additional editorial leadership includes co-founding The Dot and Line and roles at The Book Report Network and Richner Communications, Inc. John Maher holds a BA in English and History from Skidmore College and completed the Yale Publishing Course in Magazine Media and Journalism at Yale School of Management.
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