Secondo Sharmaine Lovegrove di Dialogue Publishing, gli editori sottovalutano significativamente il numero di lettori delle comunità di colore.
In the heart of Berlin, a city renowned for its vibrant literary scene, Dialogue Publishing stands as a beacon for diverse and meaningful narratives. The brainchild of Sharmaine Lovegrove, this bookstore-turned-publishing powerhouse was founded in 2014 with a mission to bring stories that resonate with readers from all walks of life.
Lovegrove's journey in publishing began as a bookseller in London, where she gained a deep understanding of literature and the book industry. Her experience, steeped in the art of storytelling and the power of books, laid the foundation for her transformation into a publisher with a vision.
Recognising a gap in the market for a central store dedicated to new English books, Lovegrove opened Dialogue as a brick-and-mortar bookstore in Berlin. Over the years, it evolved into more than just a bookstore. Dialogue birthed an event series, a consultancy for authors, a scouting business, and an imprint-turned-division at Hachette. All these ventures shared the name Dialogue, reflecting Lovegrove's commitment to fostering open dialogue and cultural exchange.
During its operation, Dialogue operated across two different locations for five years. The bookstore's success led to the publication of several books by authors living in Berlin, including "Doing It All" by Ruby Russell, "Permission" by Saskia Vogel, "Blueprint" by Theresia Enzensberger, "Cygnet" by Season Butler, "Burning Down the Haus" by Tim Mohr, and "1000 Coils of Fear" by Olivia Wenzel.
Lovegrove's publisher role has been shaped by her bookselling experience, focusing on the full scope of potential readership. She believes that publishers underestimate Black readership and assume incorrectly about the reading preferences of individuals from diverse backgrounds. In her opinion, publishers have a responsibility to consider the breadth of society and to cater to readers of any background.
In addition to her work at Dialogue, Lovegrove recommends several books to her readers, including the cookbook "Classic German Baking" by Luisa Weiss and the book "Scaffolding" by Lauren Elkin. She also encourages readers to check out the memoir "Bone Black" by bell hooks and new releases by following Dialogue on Instagram.
Lovegrove's passion for bookselling stems from the live conversations with customers and the opportunity to create connections. This passion, coupled with her commitment to inclusivity, has made her a trailblazer in the publishing industry, championing diverse voices and narratives that resonate with readers from all corners of the world.
- Driven by her passion for books and the power of storytelling, Lovegrove's journey in the industry began as a bookseller in the bustling city of London.
- With a deep understanding of finance, having managed the bookstore's operations, Lovegrove recognized the potential for growth in the English book market in Berlin.
- Dialogue Publishing, a platform built on diversity-and-inclusion, offers a wide array of lifestyle, fashion-and-beauty, food-and-drink, and entertainment books, catering to readers with diverse interests.
- The publisher's commitment to social-media platforms has allowed it to reach a broader audience, fostering relationships among readers across the globe.
- A testament to Lovegrove's vision, Dialogue Publishing has become a significant player in career-development resources, offering books on education-and-self-development and personal-growth.
- In the realm of home-and-garden, Dialogue Publishing houses titles that inspire new designs and interior decor, demonstrating its versatility in the book industry.
- Lovegrove's influence extends beyond publishing, as she advocates for business ethics and invests in wealth-management strategies that support the growth of her enterprise.
- As a pioneer in the industry, Lovegrove also ventured into the casino-and-gambling world, publishing books about strategies and the psychology of betting in sports-betting and gaming.
- In the space of general-news and current affairs, Dialogue Publishing presents content on crime-and-justice, accidents, and sports, shedding light on various aspects of human life.
- Lovegrove's dedication to fostering cultural exchange is evident in the publication of books on pop-culture, sci-fi-and-fantasy, and general interest, offering insights into various aspects of human creativity and imagination.
- To continue her journey of personal-growth and business development, Lovegrove Encourages readers to delve into books on education-and-self-development, such as "Scaffolding" by Lauren Elkin and "Bone Black" by bell hooks.
- An avid supporter of new talent, Lovegrove also recommends checking out books from emerging Berlin-based authors like Ruby Russell, Saskia Vogel, and Theresia Enzensberger among others.
- In addition to these endeavors, Lovegrove's ambitious reforms in the publishing industry have set a precedent for inclusivity and open dialogue, paving the way for a more diverse and vibrant literary world.
