“You’ve got a chance to start out all over again. A new place, new people, new sights. A clean slate. See, you can be anything you want with a fresh start.” —Annie Proulx, The Shipping News – A nature enthusiast who captures and pins the wonder of...

“As we head into 2017, we can expect that our civic and cultural life will remain turbulent. In these times it is especially important to remember that as publishers we will always endeavor to give voice to a wide range of opinions and divergent viewpoints. We...

“I learned by patience and persistence that everything has a point of balance. You just have to find it.” – Amy Tan – Indulging in themes of heritage, family, and assimilation, Amy Tan is an author that captures lively storytelling. While most...

“If you’re good at it, and you love it, and it helps you navigate the river of the world, then it can’t be wrong.” — Sherman Alexie, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian – Sherman Alexie is a preeminent creative nonfiction...

“The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning.” – Mitch Albom, Tuesdays with Morrie –...

“Gratitude, not understanding, is the secret to joy and equanimity.” –Anne Lamott – Anne Lamott is a progressive political activist and writing teacher along with producing novels and autobiographical nonfiction. Known for a great sense of openness...