Hachette Book Group

Hachette Book Group, one of the largest book publishers in the United States, has named a new chief executive, according to the New York Times. The appointment places new leadership at the top of a major publishing house at a time when the industry is closely watching shifts in ownership, retail and author relations. Details of the incoming chief executive's background and plans were not included in the material available.

Hachette Book Group has appointed a new chief executive, with Ben Sevier taking the top job at the major publishing house. The announcement, reported by the New York Times, is drawing attention across the book world as publishers and authors watch for what the leadership change will mean for the company's editorial direction.