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Touko Siltala

Touko Harri Tapani Siltala
Born June 23, 1957, Helsinki

Master of Arts (Finnish literature), University of Helsinki

Publisher and managing director 2008–, Siltala Publishing
Publishing editor 1982, 1984–1987, head of advertising 1987–1989, director of the Direct Marketing Department 1989–1991, head of publishing (Finnish literature) 1992–2000, literary director 2000–2008, WSOY

Photo: Veikko Somerpuro
Written by Riitta-Ilona Hurmerinta
Translated by Matthew Billington

My dream

Despite the problems of the book trade, publishing is still a fantastic field to work in. I truly have reason to be happy today.

My dream is that even in the future our publishing house will grow moderately and persevere on the basis of its own philosophy. Its key points are sensible management, a focus on literature, and respect for authorship.

The staff of Siltala Publishing out sailing, Summer 2015. Photo: Siltala Publishing.

 

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