Dundurn Press
Dundurn Press is one of Canada's largest independent publishers, founded more than five decades ago by Kirk Howard, and today has a rich legacy of diverse Canadian literature. Dondoorn Press | The origin and development of the house witnessed several important stations that formed its identity and contributed to its expansion: Beginnings: Launched as a small publisher of Canadian non-fiction, it gradually expanded to include other genres.Acquisition expansion: Aldar has strengthened its presence by acquiring several publishing houses, including Hounslow Press, Simon & Pierre\ *, Napoleon & Company\ *\ *, and Thomas Allen Publishers . Managerial development: In 2019, the house was sold to a group of technology investors, Kwame Scott Fraser took over as publisher, and founder Howard became “publisher emeritus.” In February 2024, Meghan Macdonald was appointed publisher . Dondoorn Press | Philosophy and ContributionsProminent Aldar adopts a publishing philosophy that focuses on amplifying and reinforcing exceptional Canadian voices, especially new voices yet to be discovered or underrepresented in commercial publishing. It is also committed to publishing books that reflect the world and satisfy the reader's curiosity, illuminate and entertain. Dondoorn Press | Her most notable contributions and achievements:Literary Excellence: Aldar's books and authors have received numerous prestigious nominations and awards, including the Geller Award, the Governor of the Year Literary Awards, and the Lambda Literary Awards. Reer Machines: Launched in 2021 as a literary publishing label dedicated to publishing “fun, unusual, bold, or innovative” works of fiction. Diverse Voices: The House has published works by authors from diverse backgrounds, which has contributed to the enrichment of the Canadian cultural and literary landscape. Fields and specialtiesThe Maison publishes across a wide range of literary genres, including : Fiction (high fiction, genre fiction, detective novels and suspense). non-fiction (biography, history, sports, politics, real crime, popular science). Books of local interest and topics related to society and culture.
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Dundurn Press
Dundurn Press is one of Canada's largest independent publishers, founded more than five decades ago by Kirk Howard, and today has a rich legacy of diverse Canadian literature. Dondoorn Press | The origin and development of the house witnessed several important stations that formed its identity and contributed to its expansion: Beginnings: Launched as a small publisher of Canadian non-fiction, it gradually expanded to include other genres.Acquisition expansion: Aldar has strengthened its presence by acquiring several publishing houses, including Hounslow Press, Simon & Pierre\ *, Napoleon & Company\ *\ *, and Thomas Allen Publishers . Managerial development: In 2019, the house was sold to a group of technology investors, Kwame Scott Fraser took over as publisher, and founder Howard became “publisher emeritus.” In February 2024, Meghan Macdonald was appointed publisher . Dondoorn Press | Philosophy and ContributionsProminent Aldar adopts a publishing philosophy that focuses on amplifying and reinforcing exceptional Canadian voices, especially new voices yet to be discovered or underrepresented in commercial publishing. It is also committed to publishing books that reflect the world and satisfy the reader's curiosity, illuminate and entertain. Dondoorn Press | Her most notable contributions and achievements:Literary Excellence: Aldar's books and authors have received numerous prestigious nominations and awards, including the Geller Award, the Governor of the Year Literary Awards, and the Lambda Literary Awards. Reer Machines: Launched in 2021 as a literary publishing label dedicated to publishing “fun, unusual, bold, or innovative” works of fiction. Diverse Voices: The House has published works by authors from diverse backgrounds, which has contributed to the enrichment of the Canadian cultural and literary landscape. Fields and specialtiesThe Maison publishes across a wide range of literary genres, including : Fiction (high fiction, genre fiction, detective novels and suspense). non-fiction (biography, history, sports, politics, real crime, popular science). Books of local interest and topics related to society and culture.
