Edward Volini Steps Down at Random House

Random House Chairman and CEO Markus Dohle sent the following letter to his colleagues regarding the departure of Edward Volini, deputy chairman and chief operating officer:

September 2, 2008

TO EVERYONE AT RANDOM HOUSE NORTH AMERICA,
It is with great regret that I inform you that EDWARD VOLINI has decided to step down as Deputy Chairman and Chief Operating Officer and will leave the company effective September 30.