FOUNDING VALUES are FUTURE VALUES
Access
Alice James Books seeks out marginalized voices; ensures that poets, audiences, and employees are always served by fair practices; and aligns and allocates press resources equitably. The press strives to amplify messages of empowerment and justice.
Collaboration
We partner with artists in the bookmaking process and prioritize reciprocal relationships throughout publishing, promotion, and community engagement activities.
Belonging
We ensure public access to art and artists of excellence who speak to readers’ dignity, experience, and aesthetic yearning.
Excellence
We publish poetry of high aesthetic quality and craft books using the finest materials and skills available, honing each collection meticulously in accordance with the poetry on the pages.