Ah, rankings and lists. The most hotly debated editorials in every category. Publishing ‘rankings’ and lists are notoriously subjective, with ‘methodology’ that is subject to all sorts of analysis—from bitter castigation by spurned authors to praised tastemaking by awarded authors and their readers/agents/editors (and esp their publicists). But, no matter where one’s brand/book falls on that spectrum, don’t we all live to crack open the list every damn year?
Ah, rankings and lists. The most hotly debated editorials in every category. Publishing ‘rankings’ and lists are notoriously subjective, with ‘methodology’ that is subject to all sorts of analysis—from bitter castigation by spurned authors to praised tastemaking by awarded authors and their readers/agents/editors (and esp their publicists). But, no matter where one’s brand/book falls on that spectrum, don’t we all live to crack open the list every damn year?
Yes, yes we do. IMO, fine to look, but don't build your strategy around it. As always, we appreciate your smart insight, Kristine. Thank you!