Magpie Publications

Locus Publications, based in Oakland, CA, is a prominent publisher and resource hub for the science fiction and fantasy community. They provide a comprehensive platform featuring news, reviews, interviews, and insights into the latest trends and titles in the genre. Through their flagship publication, Locus Magazine, they celebrate the achievements of authors and works within the field, including awards announcements and bestseller lists. Their commitment to fostering a vibrant literary community is evident in their extensive coverage of conventions, new releases, and critical commentary. Generated from the website

Turquise Mountain Publications, based in Berkeley, CA, is home to artist and educator J. Ruth Gendler. Renowned for her best-selling works, including The Book of Qualities and the award-winning Notes on the Need for Beauty, Gendler's creative endeavors bridge the realms of thought and art, exploring themes of rhythm, color, and music. With over thirty-five years of teaching experience, Gendler has inspired both adults and children through her writing and art. Her contributions to the arts were recognized by the City of Berkeley, which declared January 30, 2018, as J. Ruth Gendler Day in her honor. Generated from the website

Publishers Group West is one of the largest exclusive distributors of independent publishers in North America. One of the top 10 vendors of books in the country, the company represents more than 150 independent publishers. While some publish over 60 titles a year, others publish only a few. They are located in all regions of the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom. Publishers Group West distributes publishers that specialize in fiction, art, travel, health, children's books, African-American studies, business, drama, self-help, woodworking and homebuilding, music, and other nonfiction in nearly every subject category. Established in 1976, Publishers Group West is headquartered in Berkeley, Calif., with a national sales office in New York City, and a distribution center located in Indianapolis.