On the periphery of Aotearoa New Zealand’s publishing scene, there is a rich and varied cottage industry of small press publishers that are pushing the boundaries of book-making. Despite the huge costs of printing, and even bigger challenges of distribution, alternative publishing in Aotearoa is thriving.

Dwelling in the Margins introduces the leading figures of independent publishing in their own words. Through a curated collection of stories and essays, thirty practitioners reflect on their craft, speculate on the changing landscape of book-making, and imagine alternative frameworks for the future of publishing.

"Ultimately we all should be recognised for the diverse range of roles we both do and can play. We should accept, and be accepting of, the fact that we all need to be both supporters and supported, regardless of gender. This is doubly so amongst women—yet sadly we can be each other’s worst enemy. I think we have all experienced this, but I practise a radical hope in a future where we can all acknowledge the strength in collectivity, and where we incorporate more equality into our daily lives. None of us are in this alone."⠀
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So pleased to share a conversation between myself and the esteemed Virginia Woods-Jack has been included in Katie Kerr’s latest title, Dwelling in the Margins: Art Publishing in Aotearoa, published by GLORIA Books.

“Every aspect of Dwelling in the Margins is a triumph. The writing is from a variety of angles, voices and experience which is illuminating. The production itself is gorgeous from the zing of the canary yellow cover, the elegant typography and layout and beautiful photographic spreads.” — Kiran Dass, Kete

“Wrapped in a soft, canary yellow dust jacket, it is easy to pick up and very hard to put down.” — Chloe Geoghegan, The Pantograph Punch

Dwelling in the Margins is available online at gloria-books.com with free delivery around New Zealand, or at select bookstores and shops throughout the country.