Melville House is an independent publishing company based in Brooklyn, New York, with a sister office in London. Founded in 2001 by Dennis Loy Johnson and Valerie Merians, the company focuses on literary fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, often with a politically engaged perspective. With a catalog of over 700 titles, Melville House has established itself as a respected publisher known for taking risks on debut authors and controversial topics.
The company publishes a variety of works, including notable titles by authors like Jonathan Lethem, Tao Lin, and Jenny Odell. Melville House is recognized for its innovative series, such as *The Last Interview* and *The Art of the Novella*, and for reviving forgotten international writers. Their Brooklyn location also features a bookstore that serves as a community hub for readers and literary events. Melville House targets literary readers and independent bookstores, emphasizing high-quality, thought-provoking literature.
Melville House is an independent publishing company based in Brooklyn, New York, with a sister office in London. Founded in 2001 by Dennis Loy Johnson and Valerie Merians, the company focuses on literary fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, often with a politically engaged perspective. With a catalog of over 700 titles, Melville House has established itself as a respected publisher known for taking risks on debut authors and controversial topics.
The company publishes a variety of works, including notable titles by authors like Jonathan Lethem, Tao Lin, and Jenny Odell. Melville House is recognized for its innovative series, such as *The Last Interview* and *The Art of the Novella*, and for reviving forgotten international writers. Their Brooklyn location also features a bookstore that serves as a community hub for readers and literary events. Melville House targets literary readers and independent bookstores, emphasizing high-quality, thought-provoking literature.
