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About the press

Augury Books is an independent press based in New York City, founded in 2010 with the aim of publishing innovative literary works that challenge conventional forms. The press emerged from a collective of writers and editors seeking to create a space for voices that might be overlooked by larger commercial publishers. Augury's catalog includes poetry, fiction, and nonfiction, with a particular emphasis on work that is formally adventurous and emotionally resonant. The press operates with a commitment to editorial rigor and authorial care, viewing each book as a collaborative endeavor between writer and editor.

Publishing focus

Augury Books is an independent press based in Brooklyn. Committed to publishing innovative work from emerging and established writers, Augury Books seeks to reaffirm the diversity of the reading public.

PoetryFictionPoetry Collections

Selected authors
t'ai freedom ford, Randall Horton, Joe Pan, Alicia Jo Rabins, Arisa White

Calls & opportunities

3 listed

Manuscript submissions

Reading periodJan 1 to Jan 31
Reading feeYes
Response time3 to 6 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes

Augury Books accepts submissions during designated reading periods, typically announced on their website and social media. Writers should submit a complete manuscript of poetry (48-80 pages), fiction, or nonfiction (150-300 pages) via Submittable, along with a cover letter and bio. The press values work that demonstrates a distinctive voice and a coherent vision. Simultaneous submissions are accepted, but please notify immediately if the manuscript is accepted elsewhere. Response times vary, often taking several months due to the volume of submissions. It is advisable to read several Augury titles before submitting to understand the press's aesthetic.

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