Subterranean Press to Close
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After decades of publishing lavish limited editions and art books, Subterranean Press will close its doors. Founder Bill Schafer announced the independent publisher will continue releasing work through the end of 2027, possibly extending into 2028 as operations wind down. The company built a reputation among science fiction and fantasy readers for ornate, collectible volumes, the kind readers displayed on shelves as much for their craftsmanship as their stories. Schafer emphasized the shutdown will unfold methodically, with communication planned for authors, customers, and other stakeholders affected by the closure.
After a long career of publishing gorgeous limited editions, collections, art books, and novellas, publisher Bill Schafer has shared the news that Subterranean Press will be permanently closing in the coming years. Subterranean intends to continue publishing work through the end of 2027, “which may bleed into 2028 as we wrap things up.” Schafer says,
We want to handle this in a structured, orderly fashion, which will include communicating with a large number of writers, artists, as well as publishers we license rights from.
One goal of our plan is that we either complete a number of ongoing series, or place them with other presses, to be continued in the same style as our volumes, so long-time customers will have a uniform set.
I hope that answers a few questions. Answers to others will have to wait until more of this process unfolds. I ask that you not deluge us with them.
From their website: Based in Burton, Michigan, Subterranean Press has been putting out approximately 45 titles each year. Since it began in 1995, both the publisher and numerous works it has produced have been honored with accolades including the World Fantasy, Locus, Horror Writers Association, and Hugo Awards.
Among the authors Subterranean has published are Kelley Armstrong, Ted Chiang, Alix E. Harrow, Joe Hill, Fonda Lee, N.K. Jemisin, Caitlín R. Kiernan, Joe R. Lansdale, Arkady Martine, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Tamsyn Muir, John Scalzi, Robert Silverberg, and many more.
Our books have included artwork by Rovina Cai, Jon Foster, Victo Ngai, Dave McKean, Matt Mahurin, and many others.
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