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Announcing In Between Spaces: An Anthology of Disabled Writers - Stillhouse Press

We’re kicking off AWP 2022 with an announcement. Our first-ever anthology, In Between Spaces: An Anthology of Disabled Writers, releases November 1, 2022. Join the thirty-three featured authors writing in both poetry and prose as they “explore the complexity of living as a disabled person in an often-inaccessible world, grapple with the debilitating effects of chronic and mental illness, and share the realities of disabled life.”

Learn more about this project and the authors featured at the link below, and stay turned for updates!
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Announcing In Between Spaces: An Anthology of Disabled Writers - Stillhouse Press FAIRFAX, VA—(March 2022)—Stillhouse Press will publish its first anthology in November 2022 to celebrate the work of disabled writers.

Willie Garson performs 'Maybe Mermaids and Robots Are Lonely' by Matthew Fogarty

CHECK OUT Willie Garson performing a piece from Stillhouse's MAYBE MERMAIDS & ROBOTS ARE LONELY by Matthew Fogarty!

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Willie Garson performs 'Maybe Mermaids and Robots Are Lonely' by Matthew Fogarty WORDTheatre is on a mission to connect people across the globe with compelling stories delivered through performances by well-known actors from film, televis...

Alexis Gay on Twitter

1-10 how much do you love the em-dash?

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Love seeing @mettah4's beautiful YOU WILL NEVER BE NORMAL out and about in the wild! Grab your copy here:

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Baltimore Sons - Manhattan Book Review

"Laced with diversity and stories of inner-city violence, readers who enjoy serious poetry would enjoy this book." Check out this review on BALTIMORE SONS by Manhattan Book Review!

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Baltimore Sons - Manhattan Book Review Baltimore Sons by Dean Bartoli Smith is a chilling poetry collection touching on themes of violence, family instability, and death. The book is split into two parts, each with a variety of poems focusing on guns and other weapons. Laced with diversity and stories of inner-city violence, readers who....

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"Michelle Ross’s (Stillhouse Press) writing probes and tests assumptions that we often take for granted, and raises questions that will leave the reader musing, long after a story is finished." Charles Holdefer reviews Michelle Ross's collection, SHAPESHIFTING. https://www.full-stop.net/2021/11/22/reviews/charles-holdefer/shapeshifting-michelle-ross/

Striving for Truth: An Interview With Michelle Ross by Curtis Smith

Check out this strikingly raw interview with Michelle Ross and Curtis Smith on SHAPESHIFTING, out now!

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Striving for Truth: An Interview With Michelle Ross by Curtis Smith I knew early on that I was writing a book of stories about mothering and motherhood—and about how the mythology and cultural expectations of motherhood affect women and girls.

SHAPESHIFTING is available now!

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BALTIMORE SONS is available now!

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Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

Did you miss our wonderful reading with Dean Bartoli Smith promoting his new book BALTIMORE SONS? Check it out below, and then be sure to grab your copy out now!

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BALTIMORE SONS is available now!

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ON THE SITE TODAY: #IfMyBook with Michelle Ross and her new story collection, SHAPESHIFTING—out now from Stillhouse Press.

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Michelle Ross and Friends: A Celebration of Mother Writers: Presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

Did you miss our wonderful reading with Michelle Ross and Friends? Check it out below, and then be sure to grab your copy of SHAPESHIFTING out now!

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Michelle Ross and Friends: A Celebration of Mother Writers: Presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast Register now for Watershed Lit's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Friday November 05, 2021 at 8:00 pm EDT.

Book Review: Shapeshifting by Michelle Ross

Another wonderful review of Michelle Ross's SHAPESHIFTING from Kathryn Ordiway for Masters Review! We're absolutely thrilled to finally have this stunning book out and about in the world!

https://mastersreview.com/book-review-shapeshifting-by-michelle-ross/

Book Review: Shapeshifting by Michelle Ross “Who is at the center of the stories we tell about pregnancy?” I asked myself while reading “Shapeshifting,” the titular story of Michelle Ross’s second collection of stories. The protagonist was contemplating the title Rosemary’s Baby: “I can’t decide whether...

BALTIMORE SONS - NEW! - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press

"Filled with the volatile heat of a loaded gun, these poems astound and transform us."

Crystal Simone Smith on BALTMORE SONS, our brand new poetry release by Dean Bartoli Smith. One more time for the people in the back! Get your copy today!

https://www.stillhousepress.org/stillhouse-store/baltimore-sons-presale

BALTIMORE SONS - NEW! - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press Nov. 2, 2021 | Poetry | Paperback ISBN: 978-1-945233-12-8 Distributor: Ingram Shotguns boom, unsettling the air between us. My eyes stay open. With the city of Baltimore as his backdrop, accomplished poet, author, and editor Dean Bartoli Smith offers a wrenching examination of our trou

SHAPESHIFTING: STORIES - NEW! - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press

"Ross’s characters invite us into their most vulnerable moments and confess the kinds of imperfections that keep plenty of mothers awake at night."

Mom Egg Review said it best! We love Michelle Ross's SHAPESHIFTING, and you will too! Available now!

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SHAPESHIFTING: STORIES - NEW! - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press “Intense and affecting stories about the quotidian, physical, and visceral challenges of mothering and motherhood.” - Danielle Evans, author of THE OFFICE OF HISTORICAL CORRECTIONS

Michelle Ross and Friends: A Celebration of Mother Writers: Presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

Stillhouse Press is excited to present Michelle Ross & Friends! Celebrate the launch 0f Michelle Ross's short-story collection Shapeshifting with a host of talented mother writers! Join us THIS Friday, November 5th, at 8:00 pm EST!

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Michelle Ross and Friends: A Celebration of Mother Writers: Presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast Register now for Watershed Lit's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Friday November 05, 2021 at 8:00 pm EDT.

Baltimore Sons - PRESALE - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press

HAPPY PUBLICATION DAY to Dean Bartoli Smith's Baltimore Sons! With the city of Baltimore as his backdrop, Dean Bartoli Smith offers a wrenching examination of our troubled attachments to place and the deepest wounds of the American psyche. Available now!

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Baltimore Sons - PRESALE - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press Nov. 2, 2021 | Poetry | Paperback ISBN: 978-1-945233-12-8 Distributor: Ingram Shotguns boom, unsettling the air between us. My eyes stay open. With the city of Baltimore as his backdrop, accomplished poet, author, and editor Dean Bartoli Smith offers a wrenching examination of our trou

SHAPESHIFTING: STORIES - PRESALE - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press

HAPPY PUBLICATION DAY to Michelle Ross's SHAPESHIFTING! Check out fourteen spellbinding stories in Michelle Ross’s second collection that invites readers into the shadows of social-media perfectionism and the relentless cult of motherhood. Available now!

https://www.stillhousepress.org/stillhouse-store/shapeshifting-stories-presale

SHAPESHIFTING: STORIES - PRESALE - Stillhouse Store - Stillhouse Press “Intense and affecting stories about the quotidian, physical, and visceral challenges of mothering and motherhood.” - Danielle Evans, author of THE OFFICE OF HISTORICAL CORRECTIONS

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Which Book Should You Read This Halloween? - Electric Literature

Sign us up for Halloween reads! Ghosts , witches, haunted houses and more!

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Which Book Should You Read This Halloween? - Electric Literature Looking for haunted houses? Dark fairytales? Ghost stories? We've got your next read covered!

How to Deal with Rejection (and Get Revenge) Like Edgar Allan Poe

Rejection hurts, but Edgar Allan Poe can help. Read about how the famous author faced countless rejections. "Take the Poe tip: If you find yourself rejected and humiliated, then adopt a fake name and flee town, ideally under cover of night."

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How to Deal with Rejection (and Get Revenge) Like Edgar Allan Poe When Edgar Allan Poe was 17 years old, he and John Allan loaded up the family station wagon with all his clothes, posters, and books, and made the 70-mile trek west to Charlottesville, Virginia. Am…

40th Anniversary Celebration

A book lover's ball? Yes, please! Virtually join Milkweed on November 3, 2021 as they celebrate their 40th Anniversary! The event will feature acclaimed authors, Milkweed publishers and fellow book lovers. Join Milkweed for a celebration of the way books have changed our lives!

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40th Anniversary Celebration Join publisher Milkweed Editions, acclaimed authors, and your fellow readers around the world for a virtual event celebrating 40 years of inspiring writers and the power of books. Register at milkweed.org

Stillhouse Press is excited to announce the launch of our Instagram! Check us out for the latest updates, author interviews and exclusive content! Follow us @stillhousepress and make sure to tell your friends!

Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

Join us at Fall for the Book for Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading ft. Dean Bartoli Smith & Crystal Simone Smith THIS Saturday, October 23rd at 5pm EST. Sign up below and bring your friends :)

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Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast Register now for Watershed Lit's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Saturday October 23, 2021 at 5:00 pm EDT.

Opinion | The extra trauma faced by male victims of sexual abuse like me

“I felt damaged, as if I had a stain on my body I could never wash off." A courageous and insightful read from Phil Goldstein (Phil Goldstein: Writer-Poet-Survivor) author of the forthcoming poetry collection HOW TO BURY A BOY AT SEA.

https://www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/french-catholic-church-abuse-report-highlights-special-toll-faced-boys-ncna1280951

Opinion | The extra trauma faced by male victims of sexual abuse like me Male survivors of child sexual abuse face stereotypes around masculinity and greater degrees of shame and self-blame than other victims.

Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

An evening of poetry? Yes please! Join Stillhouse Press for Witness and Wound ft. Dean Bartoli Smith and Crystal Simone Smith on Saturday, October 23rd at 5pm EDT. Sign up below, and we'll see you there!

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Witness and Wound: A Poetry Reading: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast Register now for Watershed Lit's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Saturday October 23, 2021 at 5:00 pm EDT.

New Short Fiction: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast

Got an itch for new stories? We've got you covered! Stillhouse Press presents New Short Fiction, featuring Michelle Ross and Tyler Barton on Friday, October 22nd at 8pm EDT. Sign up below and we'll see you there!

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New Short Fiction: presented by Stillhouse Press - Crowdcast Register now for Watershed Lit's event on Crowdcast, scheduled to go live on Friday October 22, 2021 at 8:00 pm EDT.

Shapeshifting by Michelle Ross

Check out this wonderful review of Michelle Ross's SHAPESHIFTING on @momeggreview. Available now for preorders!

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Shapeshifting by Michelle Ross Book Reviews Shapeshifting by Michelle Ross By Mom Egg Review October 5, 2021 No Comments Share Tweet Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email +Review by Carla Panciera If you’ve ever compared your family to the perfect families captured in Facebook posts and felt, despite your awareness of social media.....

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You Will Never Be Normal

Check out this glowing review of Catherine Klatzker's YOU WILL NEVER BE NORMAL! Thank you Snowflakes in a Blizzardfor recognizing Catherine Klatzker and her beautiful memoir!

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You Will Never Be Normal THE BOOK: You Will Never Be Normal PUBLISHED IN: May, 2021 THE AUTHOR: Catherine Klatzker THE PUBLISHER: Stillhouse Press SUMMARY: You Will Never Be Normal is the story of my dissociative identity …

Home - Fall for the Book Festival

We’re counting down the days until Fall for the Book! October 14th-31st! Stay tuned for more info on our upcoming author events.

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Home - Fall for the Book Festival Virtual Fall for the Book Festival October 14-31, 2021. Based at George Mason University. Read On with a writer for every reader.

“If there's a book that you want to read, but it hasn't been written yet, then you must write it.”
― Toni Morrison

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