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CLMP Regional Spotlight Highlights Read Furiously Highlighting the best that independent publishing has to offer, the Community of Literary Magazines and Presses features a regional spotlight including presses and magazines, local book fairs and festivals, regional awards, as well as books that encapsulate a particular region. The Mid-Atlantic Spotlight has been released, and not only has Read Furiously been highlighted as one of the featured presses from New Jersey, but we are also excited to announce that Disco Fries & Scenic Drives, the final volume in our Life in the Garden State anthology series, has been featured as one of the selected books representing New Jersey. We want to take a moment to thank all of the contributors to the anthology - and its predecessors - for sharing their work and helping us tell the story of our wonderful home state. You can learn more about the literary scene throughout all of the Mid-Atlantic region on the CLMP website.

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CLMP Features My Heart Hides We're proud to share, Furious Readers, that we are finishing up March with some exciting news for our Showboi, Jimmy Cullens. His latest contribution to our bestselling One 'n Done series, My Heart, Hides, has been selected for CLMP's March Reading List. Each month they highlight some of the best new being released by indie presses and it is our privilege to be featured for such a wonderful book. You can read the full list of titles featured this month on the CLMP website.

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I Blame Television is now available for preorder On June 2, I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Ruined, and Enraptured Me by Elizabeth Teets will arrive wherever books are sold. But you can preorder your very own copy now exclusively through the Read Furiously website. I Blame Television takes us through Elizabeth Teets's personal history using that fantastic lens of pop culture obsession. She shares her undying love for John Waters and her devotion to the gorgeous fashion pieces in her closet. Moments of joy and heartbreak are framed through the author's experiences on stage and her favorite icons on the screen. From her days of stand-up comedy to the films and television shows that shaped her queer identity, Elizabeth Teets dazzles us with a collection of essays told in her signature candid style.

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Sipping a Cloud Book Launch We're less than a month away from the launch of Sipping a Cloud by Kathy Kremins', the next installment in the bestselling One 'n Done series. To celebrate, True Salvage Kitchen will be hosting Kathy for a reading and signing of the book. Be sure to mark your calendars to experience this one of a kind "verbal walk of peace." True Salvage Kitchen Sunday April 26, 1:00-3:00pm 292 Elmwood Ave Maplewood, NJ 07040

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Join Nicole Zamlout at Book Con Book Con is just a few days away, the East Coast's largest celebration of literature and reading culture. This year Read Furiously's own, Nicole Zamlout, will be in a guest author at the Green Dragon Bookshop, signing copies of Tales from the Scrapyard from our Bestselling One 'n Done series. Her signing will be held on Sunday at 2pm, so make sure to stop by and discover what awaits for you in the remains of the story scrapyard. Book Con (Javitt's Center NYC) April 19th at 2:00pm 429 11th Ave New York, NY 10001

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Happy Book Birthday to My Heart, Hides The Showboi has arrived! A follow-up to Jimmy Cullen's debut collection, Showboi: Too Deep Too Care, My Heart, Hides is an all new collection that continues the author’s journey of self-exploration. Now available wherever books are sold, get your copy of this poignant and moving collection today! You can also join the Showboi himself for the official My Heart, Hides book launch today at the Starbucks of Robinsville, NJ at 1:00pm

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My Heart, Hides - Book Launch The Showboi returns to the stage once more. Join Jimmy Cullen on March 10th for a reading and signing at the Starbucks of Robbinsville, New Jersey to celebrate the release of his new collection My Heart, Hides. My Heart, Hides is the newest installment in our bestselling One 'n Done series, and through Jimmy Cullen's poetry, we see an extraordinary presence emerge - one filled with resilience, love, and beauty. His authentic voice reminds us to look for the light in the darkness. This is your chance to get to experience these poems first hand, and meet the author himself. Starbucks March 10th, 1:00pm 2325 NJ-33 Robbinsville, NJ 08691

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I Blame Television Cover Reveal We are so excited to announce our next Read Furiously project: I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Ruined, and Enraptured Me by Elizabeth Teets. I Blame Television examines the cultural conversations behind nostalgia, fashion, and comedy. This collection is a follow-up to Elizabeth's first book with Read Furiously entitled Isn't She Great: Writers on Women-Led Comedies from 9 to 5 to Booksmart, an anthology of smart, funny, and thought-provoking essays where Elizabeth Teets served as editor.

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I Blame Television is now available for preorder On May 19th, I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Ruined, and Enraptured Me by Elizabeth Teets will arrive wherever books are sold. But you can preorder your very own copy now exclusively through the Read Furiously website. I Blame Television takes us through Elizabeth Teets's personal history using that fantastic lens of pop culture obsession. She shares her undying love for John Waters and her devotion to the gorgeous fashion pieces in her closet. Moments of joy and heartbreak are framed through the author's experiences on stage and her favorite icons on the screen. From her days of stand-up comedy to the films and television shows that shaped her queer identity, Elizabeth Teets dazzles us with a collection of essays told in her signature candid style.

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Elizabeth Teets Author of I Blame Television Elizabeth Teets is an Oregon born writer, comedian, screenwriter, and fashionista. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Interview Magazine, Catapult, Reductress, and more. She lives in Los Angeles where she is waiting for her group chat to respond. You can learn more about Elizabeth and her work at her author page.

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I Blame Television Cover Reveal We are so excited to announce our next Read Furiously project: I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Enraptured, and Ruined Me by Elizabeth Teets. I Blame Television examines the cultural conversations behind nostalgia, fashion, and comedy. This collection is a follow-up to Elizabeth's first book with Read Furiously entitled Isn't She Great: Writers on Women-Led Comedies from 9 to 5 to Booksmart, an anthology of smart, funny, and thought-provoking essays where Elizabeth Teets served as editor.

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I Blame Television is now available for preorder On May 19th, I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Enraptured, and Ruined Me by Elizabeth Teets will arrive wherever books are sold. But you can preorder your very own copy now exclusively through the Read Furiously website. I Blame Television takes us through Elizabeth Teets's personal history using that fantastic lens of pop culture obsession. She shares her undying love for John Waters and her devotion to the gorgeous fashion pieces in her closet. Moments of joy and heartbreak are framed through the author's experiences on stage and her favorite icons on the screen. From her days of stand-up comedy to the films and television shows that shaped her queer identity, Elizabeth Teets dazzles us with a collection of essays told in her signature candid style.

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I Blame Television Cover Reveal We are so excited to announce our next Read Furiously project: I Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Enraptured, and Ruined Me by Elizabeth Teets. I Blame Television examines the cultural conversations behind nostalgia, fashion, and comedy. This collection is a follow-up to Elizabeth's first book with Read Furiously entitled Isn't She Great: Writers on Women-Led Comedies from 9 to 5 to Booksmart, an anthology of smart, funny, and thought-provoking essays where Elizabeth Teets served as editor.

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About the Author - Kathy Kremins Kathy Kremins is the queer daughter of Irish Catholic immigrants and a retired New Jersey public school teacher. She has two chapbooks of poems, Seamus & His Smalls (Two Key Customs, 2023) and Undressing the World (Finishing Line Press, 2022). Her full-length poetry collection is The Curve of Things (Cavankerry Press, 2024). You can find out more about Kathy and her work on her author page.

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Sipping the Cloud is now available for Preorder On April 21st, just in time for Earth Day, Sipping a Cloud will arrive wherever books are sold. But you can preorder your very own copy now exclusively through the Read Furiously website. Sipping a Cloud by Kathy Kremins will be another installment in our bestselling One 'n Done series. Designed to be read during a long weekend, this pocket-sized book is perfect for reading in meditative moments (think of it as a gift to yourself every day!). Described by the author as "a verbal walk of peace," Sipping a Cloud is a powerful exploration of what it means to exist in this moment. The imagery and story within its pages are a beautiful balm to the very tumultuous world in which we find ourselves in. Through contemplation and a search for everyday beauty, Kathy Kremins invites us on a journey to find our own version of "sipping a cloud."

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Sipping a Cloud Cover Reveal We are so excited to announce our next Read Furiously project: Sipping a Cloud by Kathy Kremins. Sipping a Cloud is a collection of personal narratives and haikus bringing together an extraordinary journey of the senses. Kathy Kremins is a contributor to our Life In the Garden State trilogy and has been a friend to Read Furiously for many years. We are honored that Kathy trusts us with her words and cannot wait to share her work with you.

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Meet the Author of My Heart, Hides - Jimmy Cullen A dedicated barista with the intention to be understood by the world. Born in New York but raised in New Jersey, Jimmy has battled with mental illness all his life. Officially diagnosed with Bipolar I after his suicide attempt. Since then he’s been holding on to a steady job while trying to find the best avenue to express himself emotionally. Poetry has become his vehicle for navigating through tough waters and finding moments of enlightenment. Jimmy looks forward to expressing himself to you. All you have to do is listen. You can find more of Jimmy's work on his author page.

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My Heart, Hides - Now available for Preorder On March 10th, My Heart, Hides: A Showboi's Journey will arrive wherever books are sold. But you can preorder your very own copy now exclusively through the Read Furiously website. My Heart, Hides is the next installment in our bestselling One 'n Done series. Designed to be read in a long weekend, this pocket-sized book is perfect for keeping poetry in your pocket. Through Jimmy Cullen's poetry, we see an extraordinary presence emerge - one filled with resilience, love, and beauty. His authentic voice reminds us to look for the light in the darkness.

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Cover Reveal: My Heart, Hides by Jimmy Cullen We are so excited to announce Jimmy Cullen's next project with Read Furiously: My Heart, Hides: A Showboi's Journey. In just a few short months, we will revisit the world of the Showboi in another visceral, emotional journey of sight and sound.

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Y Rodriguez and her band AYOKA come to Silvana Calling all New Yorkers! AYOKA, featuring author Y. Rodriguez, will be performing at Silvana’s in NYC. Enjoy an evening of dancing, great food, and joy! Along with her musical talent, Y. Rodriguez is the author of Urban Folk Tales: Stories, a collection of voices that create the heartbeat of New York City. To learn more about Y. Rodriguez, check out her author page.

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Happy Book Publishers Day! Happy Book Publishers Day, Furious Readers! Every January 16th, we take time within our office to celebrate those who work behind-the-scenes to edit, design, proofread, print, and distribute books. Today we honor and celebrate our amazing Read Furiously team who works tirelessly to bring our authors’ words to our Furious Readers. Thank you for all you do, for your time, your energy, your enthusiasm, and your dedication to our small, but mighty, publishing house. Every day we try to live by the mission statement and value system that we’ve built: to publish books often overlooked by the larger publishers, to serve our reading communities, and to support our authors. This has always been our dream and every day it’s possible because of our team and the small book publishers and their teams who continue to inspire us. We believe that books can change the world and, in times like these, we lean on each other to share stories, build empathy, and create community. Reading is an act of resistance and a powerful one. Today we ask that you thank the indie publishers, publishing professionals, indie authors, indie bookstores, librarians, and readers who show up every day to push for change and reading equity.

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Margaret Montet comes to Local Author Expo at Lahaska Bookshop For years, Doylestown Bookshop has been a champion of local authors from throughout the Bucks County area - with one of their most recognized events being their Local Author Expo hosted regularly as a way to connect community members to writers of all genres. In just a few weeks, they'll be expanding their Local Author Expo to their Lahaska location located at historic Peddler's Village, and Read Furiously's own Margaret Montet is one of the featured guests on January 18th. Join her for a signing of her books Nerd Traveler and Brooklyn Family Album. Lahaska Bookshop January 18th - 1:00 to 3:00 PM 162 A Route 263 Peddler's Village Lahaska, PA 18931

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The Read Furiously Little Free Library Expansion For several years now, Read Furiously has acted the patron for a Little Free Library at one of our local parks in Trenton providing free books to the community. We all take a great deal of pride in our little library, and this past Giving Tuesday we were very excited to expand the library with an addition dedicated specifically to children's books. Aptly named the "Kid's Book Box" by the littlest furious reader on our team, the response from the community has already been resoundingly positive, and are already stocking up on tons of fun picture books for the next refill. To learn more about our Little Free Library and more about the other causes we support, head over to our Making a Difference page.

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The CLMP End of Year Roundup is here CLMP End-of-Year Round-ups are here! The Community of Literary Magazines and Presses has once again named Read Furiously titles to their reading lists. We are so grateful to this wonderful community and feel honored to be featured among other talented indie presses! CLMP listed Dyke Delusions: Essays & Observations by Samantha Mann to their “Nonfiction of 2025” Reading List. But wait, there’s more! CLMP has also listed Tales from the Scrapyard by Nicole Zamlout, Disco Fries & Scenic Drives: Life in the Garden State (our third NJ anthology), and The Heart Decided to Move by Melanie Bell to their “Art, Drama & More of 2025” Reading List. It is such an honor to be recognized by CLMP and want to take a moment to thank them for their continued support. We encourage you all to check out all the amazing books published by the other members of the organization.

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Last Chance to get your Indie Bookstores of New Jersey 2026 Wall Calendar It's been such a thrill this past year, creating our first ever calendar dedicated to the Indie Bookstores of New Jersey. Amazingly, we only have 10 copies left, so if you'd like to pick one up for the reader in your life, and be a part of Read Furiously history, now's your chance to order before they sell out. If you'd like to learn more about the calendar, and the making of it, you can read all about Margaret Montet and Bill Hemmig's exploits researching each of the stores for the calendar on their blog.

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The One 'n Done series at its deepest discount ever The concept of the One 'n Done series grew from a single phrase we heard all too often in the early days of vending at places like the Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market and Bell Works Fresh - "I love to read, I just don't have the time." It was a problem so many of us face, and we wanted to help find a solution for it. And so in earnest, we created our portable pocket-sized series. Designed to be about as big as a cell phone, with each book in the series serving as a standalone world worth exploring - from fiction, to memoir, poetry, and even graphic novellas. The One 'n Done series has grown to include multiple award winning titles, and be one of our bestselling series. And what better way to mark Black Friday than to take a series built around making reading more accessible for the busy reader, than to also make it more accessible for the frugal reader as well. That's why we are stacking discounts to offer the entire series at a pricer lower than we ever have or likely ever be able to offer it again. Get all 12 volumes as a bundle (which would normally retail for $123.88) for just $99, and combine it with the 25% discount we are offering site wide to bring the entire price down to $74.25. That's a total of 40% off from the retail price. With so many different varieties, this is the perfect tasting menu for the reader in your life, or an opportunity to find great stocking stuffers no matter what folks taste may be (or just bulk up your own TBR pile for the long winter ahead). Supplies are limited though, and this discount only lasts till Cyber Monday, so act now before it's too late.

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Support Indie Authors this Holiday Season For the past ten years, we've been lucky enough to publish works by indie authors we love, and whose work we are so proud to champion. Today we want to show our gratitude to them and to our Furious Readers who've joined us on this journey by offering 25% off all our original titles from now till Cyber Monday. When you shop small and shop indie, you're supporting months of the hard work and dreams of authors and creatives who love what they do and want to share it with the world. Honor your favorite indie author by gifting their book to a reader you love. And as always, with each of purchase made, you'll not only be supporting independent authors, but also literary organizations who work tirelessly to help provide a more equitable and sustainable reading journey.

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Read and Shop Indie Small Business Saturday is this weekend, Furious Readers! We love an excuse to venture out into our communities and support the local businesses around us. If you’re interested in supporting your neighbors instead of big box stores, we cannot recommend independent bookstores enough! We have been really lucky over these 10 years to work with many wonderful indie bookstores and retail shops that support and champion our authors. First, we want to introduce our two community partners - Commonplace Reader and Final Boss Comics, bookstores that have hosted multiple Read Furiously authors and carry multiple titles. They are our favorite book people and we are so grateful for their support over the years. And as we look forward to 2026, both metaphorically and literally speaking be sure to visit these great bookshops to pick up copies of our 2026 Indie Bookstores of New Jersey calendar: - Second Time Books - Booktowne - Asbury Book Cooperative - Labyrinth Books Can't visit bookstores in person? Visit Bookshop.org to purchase online and support them!

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Black Friday Early Access Feature - Disco Fries Combo The Life in the Garden State anthology was a passion project for us here at Read Furiously, a chance for us to share just a few of the countless voices across that state and highlight the often overlooked people and wonders that exists in New Jersey. The series has garnered awards and become one of our bestseller. So now, for this Black Friday as we celebrate the release of the final installment in the series, we are offering a special pairing featuring the final volume Disco Fries & Scenic Drives, as well as a New Jersey Destination kitchen towel filled with famous places, people, moments, and images. Designed and hand-printed by The Buffalo Works in Minneapolis, MN, this flat weave kitchen towel is made of 100% cotton and is super absorbent. It's the perfect compliment for a greasy plate of disco fries. Get it for 25% off now through Cyber Monday!

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BlainesWorld Welcomes Bill Hemmig Bill Hemmig was recently invited to be a guest on the BlainesWorld Podcast. Join him as he discusses his work including Americana, his contribution to the Disco Fries & Scenic Drives, as well as the New Jersey Indie Bookstore Calendar he curated with fellow Read Furiously author Margaret Montet.

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