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Prince Frederick, MD, September 4, 2008—Recorded Books, the world’s premiere publisher of unabridged audiobooks since 1979 and a Haights Cross Communications company, has announced the promotion of Troy Juliar to Vice President, Content and Acquisitions. The appointment is effective immediately.
In this position, Juliar will direct all acquisition activities across Recorded Books’ library, school, and trade channels. Recorded Books president Scott Williams said: “Troy brings
a sophisticated understanding of content to our team along with a good sense of how to maximize what we own. With Troy and the rest of the Recorded Books team, we are in a strong position to grow our business while responding to the challenges of a dynamic marketplace.”
Previously, Juliar was Content Director and Children’s Publisher for Recorded Books.
During his tenure in that position he published 120 audio titles per year, including multiple Newbery Prize winners, New York Times best-sellers, and last year’s National Book Award Winner, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, by Sherman Alexie. Prior to joining Recorded Books, Juliar held senior positions with Rodale Press and HighBridge Audio.
About Recorded Books:
Recorded Books, a Haights Cross Communications company, produces and distributes
unabridged audiobooks and other audio products to public and university libraries and
schools, in cassette, CD, and downloadable formats. Over 8,000 titles are available for
adults, children, and young adults in English and Spanish languages narrated by
professional, award-winning actors. Recorded Books also distributes music, educational
lectures, independent films, and nonfiction films on DVD. Packaging is designed for high
circulation. One-year warranty, cataloging, processing, and free marc records are
available. For more information, visit www.recordedbooks.com.
About Haights Cross Communications:
Founded in 1997 and based in White Plains, NY, Haights Cross Communications is a
premier educational and library publisher dedicated to creating the finest books, audio
products, periodicals, software and online services, serving the following markets: K-12
supplemental education, public and school libraries, consumers, and continuing medical
education. Haights Cross companies include: Triumph Learning (New York, NY),
Buckle Down Publishing and Options Publishing (Iowa City, IA), and Recorded Books
(Prince Frederick, MD). For more information, visit www.haightscross.com.
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