Journalists' deadly competition for top job

A new thriller, "The Top Job," by Marisa Kashino, immerses readers in a high-stakes competition among three journalists vying for the editor-in-chief role at a renowned magazine. Kashino, a former journalist, channels her experiences and concerns about the media industry into this compelling narrative.

The novel follows Celine Gray, a driven rising star, McCall Stewart, a seasoned journalist facing sexism and harboring a secret, and Jay Jenson, who is desperate for a career-defining win due to financial troubles. Their ambition turns perilous when summoned to the billionaire owner's Aspen estate for a final, deadly test.

Set against the backdrop of magazine politics, the story unravels as office rivalries turn potentially fatal. The author aims to explore the despair in the current state of media through a wild, satirical thriller that promises to resonate with readers across industries.

The book, which goes on sale May 25, 2027, is available for preorder now.