Microcosm Publishing

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Based in #Portland and Cleveland. A Publisher's Weekly's fastest growing publisher 2022-2024. #Autistic founded/owned #ownvoices idealism; Change your life then the world around you; since 1996. Microcosmpublishing.com Microcosm.pub/newsletter

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Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· 12d

Daley Farr, is back on the pod this week with Joe and Elly to talk about marketing, why knowing your target audience is better than just getting into Target, and how the media landscape is changing. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

white text on an orange background that reads "a people's guide to publishing podcast, getting your book into target vs knowing your target audience" with the link microcosm.pub/podcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· 19d

The two genders.

a screenshot of the microcosm.pub homepage. Beneath the navigation bar are two banners: one that is a yellow brick wall featuring "ronald regans grave is a gender neutral bathroom" and the cover of "unfuck your accountability deck", with the text "stuff ronald reagan would hate", and the other banner featuring pinks and purples with the cover of the disabled witchcraft oracle deck, with text leading folks to preorder at the kickstarter

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· 20d

If you’re chronically ill, disabled, or just a witch worn down by capitalism, this deck offers a soft place to land. Invite encouragement and enchantment into your life—even on bad spoon days—with these 80 cards of affirmations, reflection questions, and writing prompts. Microcosm.pub/kickstarter

image: three magenta cards with images of spoons, skulls, and magical implements, on a background that is cloudy purples and pinks, with some stars.

text: "based on ivy nyx zeller's bestselling book, disabled witchcraft oracle, affirmations and reflections for limited-spoon practicioners." below that reads "inclusive spells and rituals to personalize your practice. now on kickstarter.

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· 26d

We’ve got a fun one for you today, folks! @partlyrobot.com, aka Andrew Coltrin, aka author of “The ADHD FAQ” joins Joe, Elly, and Bernie on the pod this week to talk about his latest book, neurodivergence, and finding what works for you (diagnosed or not). Microcosm.pub/NewPodcast

text: a people's guide to publishing podcast, how do you manage adhd?, with "adhd faq author andrew coltrin"

image: Elly Blue of Microcosm Publishing sits next to Andrew Coltrin, laughing. both wear hats, glasses, and neutral-colored clothing.

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jul 2

This week on the pod, Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to talk to Joe and Elly about trendspotting, marketing, rights, and other things that go into consideration when a publisher might want to bring a book back into print! Full episode at microcosm.pub/newpodcast

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Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jul 1

Weird way to kick off Zine Month, but we learned that "Learning Good Consent" was part of the "proof" of "terrorist nature" in the Prairieland Evidence. Because of course this administration sees knowledge of consent as a threat. microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/book...

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 30

With... -Empowering advice and hacks that Friday uses in her own life and practice. -Weekly schedules -Rituals to help you make the world a better place. -Suggested spells, meditations, and rituals to honor each season of your life. -Herbal recipes for your altar and your kitchen table.

Two pages from the practical witch's almanac 2027, one (not fully readable) that has the headline "turn your panic into power" and the other a grid calendar of sept 2027, with lunar phases highlighted, important holidays, and lines to add your own notes

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 26

For queer folks, choosing a name can be a sacred form of self-expression, but most of the naming resources out there are cishet-focused. Explore this tender A to Z collection of gender-neutral nature names and see if you find one that feels like You. microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zine...

text:
Ivy Nyx Zeller
Nature Names, from Ash to Zephyr for Queer, Trans, and Nonbinary People
Image:
A cover of a zine that is dark blue, with light blue art of leaves, with the title text in white on a trans flag

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 25

This week on the pod, industry analyst and friend of the 'Cosm, Guy LeCharles Gonzalez (@loudpoet.com), joins Joe and Elly to talk about why publishers and libraries are pitted against each other, licensing, and how Baker and Taylor's closure factors in. Full episode on microcosm.pub/newpodcast

green background with white text reading "a people's guide to publishing podcast, how do libraries affect book sales? with Guy LeCharles Gonzalez"

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 24

What kind of appliance do you resonate with? Spark a sense of whimsy at the dinner table, bust out this deck to liven up a party, draw a card as a creative prompt for your art, or get to know your date in ways they never saw coming. Never have a boring conversation again! Microcosm.pub/Ghost

A photo of three cards from a deck, and the deck box, on a blue background. the deck box is gold text on a black and purple background, reading "if you were a ghost, what would you haunt?." Card one describes playing the game by drawing a card and having a conversation with friends. Cards two and three are white text on a black background and gold border, with one card asking "What event would you like to be accidentally invited to" and "if you were running an election, what would your slogan be?"

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 23

BRING ME THE HEAD OF JEFF BEZOS (Art by @larrylaw.bsky.social!)

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 19

This week on the pod, J. Hunter Bennett, author of “More Punk than the Public Library” joins Joe and Elly to talk curating Little Free Libraries, writing the books YOU want to read, and why policing other folks’ tastes is anti-punk behavior. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 15

we did it better AND without AI like, 3 years ago lol microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/stic...

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 11

You would think that if you publish more books, you’ll make more money. But that’s not always the case! While expanding your title list might feel like the easiest path to profit, you should also factor in staff time and bandwidth, resources, and retailer overwhelm. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 8

We've been working on something for back of books and other things. Which ones are your faves?

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 5

📕Do you have experience selling books to specialty retailers, gift shops, and bookstores? 📙Is title curation your superpower? 📔Do you get energized when a new store opens up on your block? 📚If so, check out the application to be our new Sales Specialist! Microcosm.pub/apply

a pink graphic with white text that reads "microcosm is hiring a sales specialist" and "microcosm.pub/apply"

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Jun 4

Sales reps are crucial pieces of the book industry puzzle. They are the the ones who help stores find the titles that fit, give feedback to publishers about their lists, and so much more! This week on the pod, we’re back chatting with sales rep extraordinaire Maureen. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 28

You open up your inbox and—surprise!— someone wants to turn your book into a movie! All you have to do is pay a small fee. This week on the pod, we talk about the common scams authors and publishers are sent, what to look out for, and how to avoid them. microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 21

Books should be sold to book stores, right? That’s it? Not really! There are markets for books everywhere, from your local museum gift shop to the gas station around the corner. How do you find these markets, & figure out what types of books sell at what types of stores? Microcosm.pub/Newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 19

Now on Kickstarter: Unfuck Your Wellness! Debunk the junk and find remedies that work with the latest from Dr. Faith Harper. Learn to discern between science-backed health strategies and harmful health scams, and find what's right for you! Microcosm.pub/Kickstarter

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 14

Al Carroll is Associate Professor and a former Senior Fulbright Scholar in Indonesia. His latest book is “Indigenous Punk” This week on the pod, Al joins Joe and Elly to talk about Native punk and metal history, his favorite bands (incredible recs galore!). Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 14

My Vag. Your Dick. A perfect order.

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 13

Well what's that? A new Kickstarter from Dr. Faith? Follow at microcosm.pub/kickstarter to learn when it goes live.

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 12

This has been in the works almost as long as I've been here, and it's just so damn cool. Help us kick the tires and find the bugs over at microcosm.pub, and see all the fun new features

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 12

So you may have noticed Microcosm looks a liiiittle different... Because we completely revamped the website! New search features, recommendations, easier navigation, but still the same old 'Cosm Learn more over at microcosm.pub/makeover

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 7

This week on the pod, Joe and Elly talk about what went into the decision to rebuild the front end of our website, the cool new search features, and how we’ve made it even easier for buyers to use. Microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 4

The tea-making pros at Harney & Sons have pulled together a 66-card deck and guide to help you learn how to divine your future through reading tea leaves. Usually $30, this week only, snag this deck and guidebook for just $6! microcosm.pub/dealoftheweek

a graphic showing the cover of a book called "how to read tea leaves, a card deck and guidebook for diviniation", the cover is lavender, and has an illustration of a comforting cup of tea. the rest of the graphic advertises the book on sale for $6 at microcosm.pub/dealoftheweek

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· May 1

Hey did you know we have a weekly newsletter highlighting the latest and greatest news in the 'Cosm? (Plus, on weeks I'm especially punchy, you get bird facts and puppy pictures.) Subscribe at microcosm.pub/newsletter

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Apr 30

This week on the pod, J. Hunter Bennett joins Joe and Elly to talk about middle-aged punk life, starting a little free punk rock library during the pandemic outside his house on a well-trafficked corner of Chevy Chase, D.C., and more. microcosm.pub/newpodcast

Microcosm Publishing@microcosm· Apr 29

Just got a first hand reminder that here in New England, it's goddamn tick season And while I refuse to LOVE them, this little zine is a great reminder that most creatures big and small serve a purpose... I suppose microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/1247