Lisa Lucas

Lisa Lucas, the first Black publisher in Pantheon’s history, shares her transformative journey in the book publishing industry. They discuss the overdue push for diversity, revealing the past struggles of marginalized authors and the industry’s elitist culture. Lucas emphasizes the importance of creating a larger readership rather than competing for limited audiences. The conversation also touches on the rise of indie Black publishers and the systemic barriers they face, offering a hopeful outlook on the evolving literary landscape.