Amanda Ramirez

Amanda Ramirez is an accomplished literary professional currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at Fairleigh Dickinson University since 2024, focusing on practical publishing practices for undergraduate and graduate students. As Reviews Editor for Children's at Publishers Weekly since 2022, Amanda has significantly increased review coverage and manages a substantial volume of titles annually. Amanda has previously held roles such as Lead Podcast Host at GateCrashers, Associate Editor at Simon & Schuster, and Assistant Editor at The Literary Review, showcasing expertise in editing, marketing, and critical evaluation of children's literature. Amanda holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Fairleigh Dickinson University and has an extensive background in the publishing industry, including experience in copyediting, event coordination, and customer service.