Building literary community
WTAW Press is an independent, nonprofit publisher of books of exceptional literary prose. Read more about our story here and learn more about our mission here.
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Betty publishes books by women for everyone. This imprint is for new, vital, and intersectional perspectives that amplify women's voices and challenge societal norms.
This innovative imprint offers the support of a cohort of fellow authors. Sign up for the Betty newsletter here.
We know that a rich literary community thrives on collaboration and connection—that's our origin story.
Our authors consistently receive accolades for their work published through WTAW Press, and we come to count them as literary family.
We host virtual readings and events, and welcome the curious to become involved.
WTAW is dedicated to discovering and promoting enduring books of literary prose.
We open for submissions annually through the Kevin McIlvoy Book Prize, Alcove Chapbooks, and our new imprint, Betty.