Lorin and Sadie Stein Avoid Misconduct Allegations

Couple evade scrutiny despite concerns over editorial practices

Apr. 15, 2026 at 10:36am

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A new report suggests that Lorin Stein, the former editor of the New York Times Book Review, and his wife Sadie Stein, who also works at the publication, may have avoided facing consequences for alleged misconduct and unethical editorial decisions.

Why it matters

The Steins' positions of power in the publishing industry have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest and abuse of authority, though they have largely escaped public accountability thus far.

The details

The article alleges that Lorin Stein likely did not face repercussions for past accusations of inappropriate behavior, while Sadie Stein may have approved the publication of questionable content in the New York Times Book Review under her editorial oversight.

  • The alleged incidents occurred at an unspecified time in the past.
  • The article was published on April 15, 2026.

The players

Lorin Stein

The former editor of the New York Times Book Review, who has faced past allegations of misconduct.

Sadie Stein

Lorin Stein's wife, who currently works as an editor at the New York Times Book Review.

Gregory Cowles

An editor at the New York Times Book Review who may have approved the publication of questionable content.

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What they’re saying

“Everything in life is about percentages, right? We watch a baseball game and we learn that one team has a 23% chance of winning that game on that day as the game stands at that point of the fourth inning.”

— Colin Fleming, Author

The takeaway

This report highlights the continued lack of accountability for powerful figures in the publishing industry, even when faced with allegations of misconduct or unethical practices.