As part of "Because We Come From Everything: Poetry & Migration," the first formalized programming of the Poetry Coalition, Milkweed Editions, Coffee House Press, Graywolf Press, and Birds, LLC have partnered to curate a selection of poems on the theme of migration. The first: "Ego-Tripping as Self-Defense Mechanism for Refugee Kids Who Got Their Names Clowned On" by Bao Phi.
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We're proud to be part of the independent publishing community, promoting titles that breed independent minds, break the mold, and dare to be different. In support of our fellow independents, we've teamed up with a few presses to draw attention to big books from smaller publishers across the country. This month, we're celebrating International Women's Day. What books are you reading to celebrate? Join the conversation and use the hashtags #ireadindie and #InternationalWomensDay.
Events
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Milkweed Editions at Open Book!
Join us for an evening honoring poets, their vital place in our culture, and their unique capacity to imagine, enliven, connect, and delight.
THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2017
At 5:30 p.m., join poets and poetry fans for a party in the Milkweed Editions office suite featuring poetry-themed drinks and hors d'oeuvres. Ticketed reception: $25 General Admission | $10 Student Ticket | FREE for...
News / Awards & Prizes
We are pleased to announce that Analicia Sotelo is the inaugural winner of the Jake Adam York Prize for a first or second collection of poems, presented in partnership by Copper Nickel and Milkweed Editions, judged by Ross Gay. Sotelo will receive $2,000 and her debut collection, Virgin, will be published by Milkweed Editions in February 2018.
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“Masterpiece” is a label I am quite wary to use on contemporary literature, but Lincoln in the Bardo has won me over so completely that I’m afraid I can’t avoid it. In fact, I didn’t even want to write this post. Colson Whitehead has already reviewed the book masterfully and George Saunders certainly doesn’t need our help in boosting sales for his eighth book of fiction—even though this is his first novel. But: there are books we read and enjoy for their prose or creativity in storytelling; books we enjoy while reading and then forget fairly quickly. This, for me, is no such book.
Editors / Watch & Listen
Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Milkweed Editions! You make the dreams of our authors come true. A special thank you to everyone who made a donation to Milkweed last year. Your support means the world to us. We heart you! ❤️
Roundup
We're proud to be part of the independent publishing community, promoting titles that breed independent minds, break the mold, and dare to be different. In support of our fellow independents, we'd like to draw attention to big books from smaller publishers across the country. Over the coming months, we'll be teaming up with a few other independent publishers to do just that, each time highlighting books on different themes. First up, we're highlighting our best books that celebrate diversity.
Of course, this is just a small snapshot of what's out there. What are your favorite books from independent publishers? Join...
Editors / News
Today—two days after Donald Trump ordered a media blackout at all government agencies, and one day after employees of those government agencies launched "rogue" social media accounts—#climatefacts is trending worldwide on Twitter. The Twitterstorm is organized by 350.org, the international environmental organization founded by Bill McKibben. A statement from 350.org reads, "Denying climate change is irresponsible and will put millions of people at greater risk of harm from pollution, climate disruption, and fossil fuel extraction . . . Help defend science and...
Events
Join Milkweed Editions at #AWP17 in Washington, DC from February 8–11! At the largest annual conference for writers and publishers in the U.S., join us for author signings, special discounts and giveaways, over 25 panels featuring Milkweed staff and authors, and to talk submissions, internships, and more. Don't miss our full schedule of activities»
Editors
"Gratitude compels the recognition that we exist because of the gifts of others, that we are all connected. And gratitude reminds you that you already have everything you need, and is thus a restraint on consumption. Practicing gratitude in a consumer society is a powerful act of resistance." —ROBIN WALL KIMMERER
In many respects, 2016 feels like a year that has mostly taken: from the notable artists we've lost—including two of our own, Max Ritvo and Phebe Hanson—to the countless assaults on the bodies and fundamental rights of our brothers and sisters, our environment, and our democracy. At this moment, when the losses are so tangible and when consumerism is at its height, we offer our deepest gratitude for all you have given in 2016.