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WTAW Press
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Nonprofit press publishing carefully curated titles since 2017
Imprint: Betty Books
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Support diverse voices. Fuel emerging writers. ✨
At WTAW Press, our mission is to champion incredible authors and bring their unique, vital stories to the world.
Visit wtawpress.org to learn how you can champion our authors and our work.
To support us directly, use the link in our bio.
November 13, 2025 at 4:06 PM
✨Praise for The Haunt ✨
We’re thrilled to see The Haunt by Liz Green resonating with readers.

Huge thanks to Brian Phillip Whalen, author of Semiotic Love, for these kind words — and to everyone who has picked up a WTAW Press book.💛

📖 Grab your copy of The Haunt at wtawpress.org
November 10, 2025 at 4:03 PM
📚 REMINDER: WTAW Press Open Submissions Are Live!

We are accepting submissions of full-length books of prose, including novels, memoirs, essays, story collections, narrative nonfiction, and hybrid works.
🗓️ Deadline: December 31, 2025
💻 Submit your manuscript with the link in our bio!
November 6, 2025 at 4:05 PM
🎃 Happy Halloween from WTAW Press! 👻

No tricks—just literary treats. 🍬
Explore our Alcove Chapbook Series and discover bite-sized stories that linger long after the last page.

📚 wtawpress.org

#WTAWPress #HalloweenReads #IndependentPublishing #Chapbooks
October 31, 2025 at 3:04 PM
🌟 Praise for Willingness from WTAW Press! 🌟

Readers and critics alike are raving about our newest release, Willingness by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale — a bold, unforgettable work already making waves.

📖 Available now with the link in our bio or at wtawpress.org
October 28, 2025 at 3:05 PM
WTAW Press’s new release, Willingness: A Writer's Meditations on Crossing the Flood by the late Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale is here!
We’re honored to share a special feature with Hale, who offers insight into the book’s creation and into McIlvoy’s singular writing process.
🔗 Buy your copy now!
October 24, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Join us today, October 22nd, at 6 PM, to celebrate the launch of "Willingness" by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale!
In store or live online Christine Hale will be joined in conversation by Dale Neal.

Register for the event using this link: malaprops.com/event/2025-1...
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
✨ Launch Day ✨

We are thrilled to release of "Willingness: A Writer’s Meditations on Crossing the Flood" by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale, published by WTAW Press!
In store or live stream launch at Malaprops Book Store on October 22nd at 6PM EST!
Register Here: malaprops.com/event/2025-1...
October 21, 2025 at 1:53 PM
⏳ Just one week until Willingness: A Writer's Meditations on Crossing the Flood by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale is released!
✨ Release date: October 21st
🔗 Preorder link in bio!
📲 Live Stream Launch @malapropsbookstore: October 22nd at 6PM EST
📖 Register here: malaprops.com/event/2025-1...
October 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
✨ First Line Friday ✨

Read how OUTTAKES by Joanna Acevedo begins.

WTAW Press is open for Submissions! ✍️
Submit your manuscripts now until December 31st - maybe your work will be the next to join our roster of bold, diverse voices.

#FirstLineFriday #WTAWPress #OpenCall #WritersWanted
October 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
🎃 Ghosts, ghouls, and that little thrill of dread—you know you love it.

WTAW Press has the perfect "spooky" reads that linger in the corners of your mind long after the last page.

#SpookyReads #WTAWPress
October 8, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Fall is here 🍁—the season of cozy reading, crisp air, and stories that stay with you.

📚 Browse our catalog + order your next fall read with the link in our bio

What’s your favorite cozy fall reading ritual? 👇

#WTAWPress #FallReading #IndependentPress #BoldVoices #LiteraryCommunity #CozyReads
October 3, 2025 at 6:03 PM
✍️ It’s here: WTAW Press’s Open Call for Submissions is officially LIVE!

📅 Submission window: September 30th-December 31st

🔗 Submit your manuscript: link in bio

#WTAWPress #OpenCall #SubmissionsOpen #WritersWanted #IndependentPublishing #BoldVoices #LiteraryCommunity
October 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
On September 30th, our Call for Submissions will open. Be part of this mission.

👉 Learn more using the link in our bio

#DiversityInLiterature #IndependentPublishing #CallForSubmissions
September 25, 2025 at 9:01 PM
⏳ Just one month until Willingness: A Writers's Meditations on Crossing the Flood by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale is released!

✨ Release date: October 21st
🔗 Preorder link in bio!

#WTAWPress #BookLaunch #NewRelease #OneMonthCountdown #IndependentPress #LiteraryCommunity
September 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
✨ First Lines Friday ✨

From Marisolandia by Michelle Cruz Gonzales

At WTAW Press, we’re inspired by stories that expand the literary landscape.

In two weeks, WTAW Press will open our Call for Submissions! ✍️

#FirstLineFriday #WTAWPress #OpenCall #WritersWanted #IndependentPublishing #BoldVoices
September 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
✍️Writers, get ready! In just two weeks, WTAW Press will launch our Open Call for Submissions.

📅 Mark your calendars for September 30th

Visit the link in our bio to learn more.

#WritersWanted #OpenCall #SubmissionsOpen #WTAWPress #WriteYourStory #EmergingWriters #CallForSubmissions
September 16, 2025 at 6:02 PM
#TBT to one of our first published books, The Truth About Me: Stories by Louise Marburg.

Fast forward to today, and we’re on the cusp of releasing WILLINGNESS: A WRITER'S MEDITATIONS ON CROSSING THE FLOOD by Kevin McIlvoy with Christine Hale.

📅 Willingness launch date: October 21st
📖 Preorder now
September 11, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Today is the day! Don’t miss our virtual summer salon, Linguistic Justice: From Policin to Poppin Off, at 5:30 PM Pacific Time. Featuring @menopunk.bsky.social, Karin Sprin & Kisha Quesada Turner.
July 9, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Thanks for sharing this! We’re very excited about this event.
Check out @wtawpress.bsky.social Virtual Summer Salon TONIGHT…
🗓️ Register now for our Virtual Summer Salon!

Featuring Michelle Cruz Gonzales—author of WTAW’s recently published novella, Marisolandia—Karin Spirn, and Kisha Quesada Turner, this virtual salon brings together voices that highlight authenticity and challenge societal norms.
#LinguisticJustice
July 9, 2025 at 10:39 PM
A reminder that our flash warehouse sale ends Friday (6/26)‼️
If you've been eyeing a particular title, here's your sign to hit the purchase button!
🏷️ Get select titles at discounted prices
📚 Support independent publishing
👩‍💻 Celebrate amazing authors

#WTAWPress #NonprofitBookPress #BookSale
June 23, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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June 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Willingness: A Writer's Meditations on Crossing the Flood by Kevin McIlvoy, forthcoming 10/21, is available for preorder!

Willingness, McIlvoy's only book on the art of writing, encourages artists of all kinds to embrace the enigmas that fuel creativity.

#WTAWPress #KevinMcIlvoy #ChristineHale
June 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We're moving, which means it's your lucky day(s)!

Starting June 12th, for 2 weeks only, you can stock up on select titles at terrific discount prices.

Hop on over to the WTAW Press Bookstore while supply lasts!

#WTAWPress #WarehouseSale #IndependentPublishing
June 12, 2025 at 5:02 PM
🗓️ Register now for our Virtual Summer Salon!

Featuring Michelle Cruz Gonzales—author of WTAW’s recently published novella, Marisolandia—Karin Spirn, and Kisha Quesada Turner, this virtual salon brings together voices that highlight authenticity and challenge societal norms.
#LinguisticJustice
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: WTAW Summer Salon: Linguistic Justice. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
From Policin to Poppin Off, a panel featuring Michelle Cruz Gonzales, Kisha Quesada Turner, and Karin Spirn
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June 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM