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Wesleyan University Press has an editorial program that focuses on poetry, music, dance, science fiction studies, film-TV, and Connecticut history and culture. Publishing in its current form since 1957, the press has published an internationally renowned poetry series, collecting five Pulitzer Prizes, a Bollingen, and three National Book Awards in that one series alone. The mission of the press is to develop and maintain a sound and vigorous publishing program that serves the academic ends and intellectual life of the university and beyond. 

In 2018 Wesleyan acquired titles published by Paris Press (1995–2018). Paris Press was founded with the mission of publishing groundbreaking yet overlooked literature by women and educating the public about its books and authors. Wesleyan is proud to keep these important books in print. 

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Wesleyan UP is participaiting in fall music conferences. Visit our Music Conference page for SEM and AMS information. 

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New! A Forest of Names: 108 Meditations

New! A Forest of Names: 108 Meditations

“Ian’s poetry project about the student victims in Sichuan is an ambitious, long-time endeavor. His project demonstrates a deep understanding of the tragic event and the humanitarian loss in a society. The poetry often deals with the intuitive and compelling translations of simple Chinese characters that make up a Chinese name. When a child is born, the family, rich or poor, always bestows all the best wishes, hope, and imagination to this newborn baby through the act of naming. Our names are always carefully chosen, and they reflect the mentality within Chinese culture. The names are often poetically striking. Ian’s writing comes from his deep fascination for cross-cultural practices and profound understanding of Chinese history and literature.

I see this work as conceptual as can be. It is a beautiful and persistent effort of a poet’s heart and mind working together, dealing with our tragic reality.”

–Ai Weiwei on A Forest of Names

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Will Harris Wins Felix Dennis Prize

Will Harris Wins Felix Dennis Prize

Congratulations to poet Will Harris! His debut poetry collection RENDANG is the recipient of the Felix Dennis Prize for Best First Collection. Given by the Forward Arts Foundation, the prize honors excellence in contemporary poetry published in the UK and Ireland, including Best Collection, Best First Collection, and Best Single Poem. Harris is the winner of the…
Wesleyan UP at SEM 2020

Wesleyan UP at SEM 2020

We are pleased to be participating in the Society for Ethnomusicology’s 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting, kicking off on October 22nd. Check out events with these Wesleyan authors and editors… Julia Byl Thursday, October 29, 2:00 – 3:30pm Panel Session 9G: Music, Labor, Commerce Chair Saturday, 2:00 – 4:00pm Panel Session 12J: Proselytizers, Preachers, and Music in Colonial…
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