How can I become a publishing reader?

To become a publishing reader, you need several qualifications. A bachelor’s degree in English, literature, or a closely related subject is desirable. Summer internships in the publishing or editing industries are also an increasingly important prerequisite for a job as a publishing reader. You should also have an understanding of the publishing world and trends and be able to assess whether there is an audience or market for a given manuscript. Your skills should include reading very quickly but attentively and writing detailed analyses of many manuscripts in a short period.