Nation Books: New Progressive Publisher Launch
- The Nation, a leading voice in progressive politics and culture, is partnering with OR Books to launch Nation Books, a new publishing imprint.
- Katrina vanden Heuvel, publisher and editorial director of The Nation, emphasized the importance of this collaboration.
- Colin Robinson, publisher at OR Books, expressed enthusiasm for the project, recalling the success of their first collaboration with Nation editors.
The Nation, a cornerstone of progressive thought, joins forces with OR Books to launch Nation Books, a fresh imprint set to amplify critical voices. This venture will release four to six titles annually, offering a platform for writers tackling crucial topics. Expect insightful commentary from emerging and established voices, furthering The Nation’s mission to inform and inspire. A new wave of books promises to challenge conventional wisdom and shape the discourse on key issues,with initial titles addressing the Supreme Court,artificial intelligence,the state of the nation,and Texan politics. This collaboration signifies a bold step in expanding access to progressive ideas. Don’t miss this groundbreaking initiative—News Directory 3 users will want to keep a close eye on what’s next for Nation Books.Discover what’s next …
The Nation and OR Books Launch Nation Books Imprint
The Nation, a leading voice in progressive politics and culture, is partnering with OR Books to launch Nation Books, a new publishing imprint. The imprint will release four to six titles each year, distributed by OR Books, featuring both emerging and established writers from The Nation.
Katrina vanden Heuvel, publisher and editorial director of The Nation, emphasized the importance of this collaboration. She said the partnership with OR Books offers a chance to broaden the reach of The Nation’s writers and thinkers.
Colin Robinson, publisher at OR Books, expressed enthusiasm for the project, recalling the success of their first collaboration with Nation editors. He anticipates a similar outcome with this new venture, leveraging the magazine’s talented journalists.
“At this perilous moment, The Nation’s indispensable voice and legacy has never been more essential. Our partnership with OR is a great prospect to deepen the reach and impact of The Nation’s most exciting writers and thinkers, past and present—and inspire a new generation.”
The launch of Nation Books was celebrated June 17 with a conversation in new York City between vanden heuvel and Ross Barkan, a frequent Nation contributor and author of CUOMO.
Nation Books: First Titles
The initial releases from Nation Books will include:
- THE NINE HAVE SPOKEN, edited by Richard Kreitner, examines the history of the Supreme Court with contributions from I.F. Stone, Jamie Raskin, and others.
- OBSOLETE by Garrison Lovely, explores the potential threats posed by artificial intelligence.
- THESE DIS-UNITED STATES, features 50 writers reflecting on the current state of the nation.
- THE MYTH OF RED TEXAS by David Griscom, challenges common misconceptions about Texas politics.
What’s next
Nation Books aims to provide a platform for critical, independent, and progressive voices in American journalism, furthering the missions of both The Nation and OR Books in an era of rapid political and cultural change.