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Every book John Yaged recommended on podcasts
John Yaged appears on publishing and writing podcasts as an industry professional, discussing the practical realities of how books move from manuscript to market, the publishing landscape, and the unpredictable nature of literary success. Drawing from his executive perspective, he frequently analyzes cultural milestones and the historical challenges faced by iconic works. During his conversation on How I Write, Yaged discussed several notable books to illustrate broader industry trends and cultural phenomena. He brought up J.K. Rowling's "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" as the ultimate example of an outlier book, noting that almost all major New York publishers initially rejected the manuscript before it achieved unprecedented global acclaim. Yaged also touched upon Maurice Sendak's classic children's picture book "Where the Wild Things Are," acknowledging its enduring status as a beloved standard in children's literature. Additionally, he discussed F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel "The Great Gatsby," referencing both cinematic adaptations and the changing landscape of audiobooks as works enter the public domain, which allows new iterations and modern automated audio versions to emerge.
Books recommended by John Yaged
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Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone by J.
Discussed“I mean, the Harry Potter's the the best example. Almost all the New York publisher I think all New York publishers but one rejected that book.”
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The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby by F.
Discussed“And I was going to go see the Gatsby musical this week. So, I watched both the Gatsby movies, the Robert Redford one, the DiCaprio one.”
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Where the wild things are
Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak is a celebrated children's picture book about a young boy named Max who sails to an island inhabited by ferocious monsters and becomes their king before returning home.
Discussed“Uh I mean, it's You You mentioned Where the Wild Things Are, right? I mean, it's hard We don't publish it, so it's hard for me to say, but it's a classic.”
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Appearances
| Episode | Podcast | Date | Books |
|---|---|---|---|
| How to Get Your Book Published — Jon Yaged | How I Write | 2026-03-18 | 4 |