Writers, Artists, Community Builders, Culture Makers, and Friends of Dzanc Books:
Keep Literature Human. Keep It Independent.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Dzanc has made it its mission for two decades to champion the beauty and wonder of the creative spirit, to publish bold, boundary-pushing literature and diverse, underrepresented voices. Our mission is rooted in literary excellence, editorial independence, and cultural access—and we depend on the support of readers like you to keep going.
As the 2023 AWP Small Press Publisher of the Year, we’re committed to creating space for literature that reflects the complexity of the world and advances our mission to build community through the arts. Through Dzanc House, the Dzanc Writers-in-Residence Program, and the Disquiet International Literary Festival, we’re building bridges to the worldwide writing community.
When you support Dzanc, you’re not just sustaining a press—you’re amplifying voices that challenge convention, provoke thought, and reflect the broad spectrum of human experience.
Whether it’s discovering visionary new writers, supporting editorial mentorship, or ensuring our books remain accessible to readers of all backgrounds, your monthly or annual donation has real and lasting impact.
Friends of Dzanc Books Membership Tiers
Become a Member
Join a community committed to bold storytelling, editorial independence, and literary excellence.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your contributions are tax-deductible!
Benefits:
Dzanc Books sticker – show your support in style
10% discounts on Dzanc titles
Your name featured on our website
Members-only newsletter with behind-the-scenes insights, book news, and early announcements (seasonal or biannual)
Join the Crew and stand with Dzanc’s mission to amplify original voices and create space for bold, independent literature.
Your impact:
Helps us convert titles into accessible formats and expands reach to more readers and classrooms.
All Crew benefits, plus:
An Editor’s Curated Book Collection–a handpicked selection of min 3 Dzanc titles sent to you annually
15% discounts on all Dzanc titles
Early access to upcoming releases, special editions and events
Step up to Fleet of Captains and deepen your connection to the heart of Dzanc’s editorial mission. This tier is for readers who believe in sustaining a rich, diverse literary ecosystem.
Your impact:
Supports Dzanc’s accessible open and free literary programs, editorial mentorships, and internship programs, building the next generation of literary editors and publishers.
All Fleet of Captains benefits, plus:
Dzanc tote bag
An Editor’s Curated Library Collection –a handpicked selection of min 5 Dzanc titles sent to you annually
20% discounts on all Dzanc titles
Invitations to public and private virtual events, artist talks, and author conversations
Be a guiding light in the literary world. Lighthouse members provide foundational support for Dzanc’s future and help us push the boundaries of what publishing can be.
Your impact:
Covers key production costs like cover art, copyediting, design, and distribution—ensuring every Dzanc book meets the highest literary and editorial standards and continues to support independent book arts and artists both nationally and internationally.
Make a donation
Any amount means
the world to us.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your contributions are tax-deductible!
Constellation Member
$500.00
One-time or recurring
Donate any amount over $500 and become a Constellation Member, one of our shining lights.
Your impact:
Covers the entire cost of art or ARC printing for one book, a partial advance, or a conference opportunity for an author—opening doors for Dzanc authors and helping us support independent authors and artists both nationally and internationally.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, your contributions are tax-deductible!
Why Join?
In a publishing landscape increasingly influenced by algorithms and automation, Dzanc remains committed to the human act of storytelling. Your membership ensures we can continue to champion independent thinking, cultivate new voices, and provide meaningful access to literature that matters.