Independent. Regional. Publishing.

Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Loblolly Press is an independent publisher dedicated to amplifying voices from across the American South. We focus on contemporary poetry, short fiction, and novels that reflect the unique experiences of the region. Contributors so far hail from NC, SC, VA, TN, WV, AR, KY, and Washington, D.C.

Get to know Loblolly Press

Loblolly Press is an independent press based out of Asheville, North Carolina that is dedicated to publishing contemporary poetry, short fiction, and novels from emerging and marginalized writers across the American South. Our goal is to publish writers with a distinctly Southern voice from communities and experiences not always represented in traditional publishing. We're striving to create a community of writers and readers who feel deeply connected to the work we publish because they can see themselves represented within it.

What Sets Loblolly Press Apart

Supporting contemporary Southern voices
Fostering connnection and community

Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Loblolly Press is an independent publisher dedicated to amplifying voices from across the American South. We focus on contemporary poetry, short fiction, and novels that reflect the unique experiences of the region.

Amplifying marginalized voices

At Loblolly Press, “marginalized voices” refers to individuals and communities whose perspectives have been historically overlooked, underrepresented, or excluded from the broader literary landscape. This includes, but isn’t limited to, writers who are queer, BIPOC, rural, economically disadvantaged, neurodivergent, or navigating intersecting identities. We aim to amplify these voices, especially within the context of the American South, where the richness of experience has often been misrepresented or silenced.

Centering authors as partners

At Loblolly Press, we believe in fostering genuine partnerships with our authors, working collaboratively to bring their creative visions to life. From manuscript development to marketing and promotion, we approach every step with a shared sense of purpose, treating authors as integral partners rather than just contributors. This commitment to collaboration ensures that every book reflects the unique voice and perspective of its creator while benefiting from the expertise and support of our dedicated team. It’s this deep, mutual investment in our authors’ success that sets us apart and defines who we are as a press.

Fostering connnection and community
Amplifying marginalized voices
Centering authors as partners

About the Editor

Andrew Mack is the Founder and Managing Editor of Loblolly Press. His commitment to fostering emerging writers particularly those from marginalized or underrepresented communities drives Loblolly Press's mission to showcase contemporary poetry, short fiction, and novels with a distinctly Southern voice. Andrew has published two collections of his own poetry, Weekend Revival and What the River Was. He lives in Asheville, NC with his partner.

The Loblolly Author Fund

At Loblolly Press, we are committed to supporting our authors beyond the publishing process. The Author Fund is designed to help our writers promote their work and reach a wider audience. This fund provides financial assistance with travel expenses for author tours and readings, helping authors connect directly with their readers. 10% of all merchandise sales are donated to the author fund.
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