Codhill Press is an independent publisher based in New Paltz, New York, founded in 1998 by poet and editor Pauline Uchmanowicz. From its inception, the press has been dedicated to publishing poetry, literary fiction, and creative nonfiction that demonstrate formal acuity and emotional resonance, often by writers who exist outside mainstream commercial circuits. Its catalog reflects a commitment to sustaining literary craft over market trends, with a particular emphasis on first books and mid-career authors whose work merits broader attention. Codhill operates as a small, curatorially driven house, releasing a modest number of titles each year and prioritizing editorial care over volume.
Publishing focus
Codhill Press is devoted exclusively to the advancement and appreciation of the finest works in poetry and prose which promise to search out important meanings for life.
PoetryFictionCreative NonfictionTranslationShort Story CollectionsEssay CollectionsNovelMemoirPoetry Collections
Selected authors Robert Krut, Eric Pankey, Mary Gilliland, Bruce Craven
Calls & opportunities
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Manuscript submissions
Reading periodJan 1 to Dec 31
Reading feeNo
Response timeLess than 3 months
Simultaneous submissionsYes
Unsolicited submissionsYes
Codhill Press accepts submissions during designated reading periods, typically announced on its website and social media. Writers should send a query letter first, including a brief bio, a description of the manuscript, and a sample of no more than 10 pages. The press favors work that is polished, original, and emotionally precise; it is not a venue for genre fiction or experimental writing that prioritizes concept over craft. Simultaneous submissions are accepted with notification, but unsolicited full manuscripts are discouraged. Response times can be lengthy, often several months, so patience is advised. There are no reading fees.