DK TRAVEL
Lucy Richards , Senior Editor, Travel, DK Living
As an editor of travel books, with 13 years under my belt at DK, my goal is simple: to commission and edit books that ignite imaginations and inspire readers to explore the world, near or far.
I’m particularly proud to have acquired and published DK’s first travel narrative You Deserve Good Gelato by Kacie Rose. An immediate New York Times Bestseller, this feel-good memoir offers a refreshingly honest and humorous take on Kacie’s experiences navigating a new life abroad in Italy. It’s the perfect pick-me-up for anyone looking for a dose of wanderlust and a welcome reminder that new experiences are always worth the leap.
A book I’m proud of…
A book that really captivated me, and one I wish I’d published, is Felicity Cloake’s One More Croissant For the Road. While I’m no cyclist, Cloake's journey through France’s landscapes and regional flavours had me longing to explore new lands on two wheels, fuelled by local delicacies. Her ability to evoke such a vivid sense of place and palate, celebrating each region’s unique character, is just joyful.
A book I wish I’d published…
My commissioning focus is travel, including narrative non-fiction titles for our DK RED imprint. I’m specifically interested in the transformative power of travel – think compelling travelogues about life-changing journeys, enlightening cultural reflections, and beautiful tomes that celebrate how exploring the world profoundly shapes who we are.
