Jane Reilly is a senior book publicity and marketing consultant with more than 28 years of experience guiding authors, publishers, and thought leaders through high-impact launch and long-term visibility strategies. She is known for shaping clear, compelling narratives; securing meaningful media coverage; and advising clients at a strategic level well beyond traditional publicity.

Jane works directly with authors, experts, publishers, and agencies to design integrated campaigns that combine traditional media outreach with digital strategy, platform positioning, and audience development. Her approach emphasizes relevance, timing, and durability—helping clients build credibility and momentum that extends past publication day.

Throughout her career, Jane has led hundreds of publicity and marketing campaigns across a wide range of categories, including business, memoirs, nature, outdoor recreation, lifestyle, sports, and children’s books. She brings deep knowledge of the media landscape, strong editorial instincts, and an extensive network of media and industry contacts.

Before founding Jane Reilly Media, she held senior in-house publicity roles at Globe Pequot Press and worked in library-focused marketing and collection development, giving her a rare, full-spectrum understanding of how books move from acquisition to audience.

Jane is valued by clients for her strategic clarity, thoughtful counsel, strong writing skills, and calm, organized leadership across complex, multi-channel campaigns.

Consulting Focus

·         Book publicity strategy

·         Author and expert positioning

·         Messaging, media angles, and narrative development

·         Traditional media outreach and thought leadership placement

·         Platform and brand integration around book publication

·         Advisory support for pre-order, events, awards, and visibility initiatives

Selected Clients & Partners

Smith Publicity (long-term contract) • Sterling Publishing • Skyhorse Publishing • Carlton Publishing (UK) • Michelin Guides • BookBaby • Attention Media • Decker Marketing • ConnectiCare

Background Highlights

·         Senior Publicist, Smith Publicity (2018–2025)

·         Founder, Jane Reilly Media, LLC (2007–present)

·         Senior Publicist / Publicity Manager, Globe Pequot Press

·         Library Collection Development Manager, MicroMarketing