Where Stories Find Their True Voice
Aurora Literary Press

A distinguished independent press rooted in Portland, OR—curating fiction, poetry, and memoirs crafted to endure. Explore a carefully selected catalog of books that invite close reading and lasting conversation.

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About Aurora Literary Press

A refined independent press rooted in the Pacific Northwest, we champion singular literary voices—carefully edited, beautifully produced, and brought to readers who value depth and craft.

Curating Lasting Literature with Care

We bridge the quiet of the writer’s page and the conversation of readers: from debut collections to award‑winning novels, every Aurora title is stewarded with rigorous editing, thoughtful design, and strategic promotion that honors an author’s vision.

Based in Portland, OR, our programs—book launches, salons, and workshops—extend that stewardship into the community and online, inviting readers and writers into lasting literary relationships.

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Explore our current catalog, submit your manuscript, or join a Portland salon—small, deliberate ways to connect with work that lingers.

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Curating Books that Last

Building on our salon of discovery, Aurora Literary Press offers focused publishing services that shepherd a manuscript from thoughtful acquisition through to careful production and engaged readership.

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Editorial & Acquisition

We seek singular voices and work closely with authors through acquisition, developmental edits, and line editing—shaping manuscripts with rigorous care and literary sensitivity.

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Production & Design

From typographic decisions to cloth-bound editions and elegant dust jackets, our production team ensures each title is a tactile, lasting object—designed for readers and libraries alike.

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Author Marketing & Events

We cultivate readership through targeted campaigns, bookstore partnerships, and curated events in Portland and online—turning publication into a sustained cultural conversation.

Our Editorial Practice

From manuscript review to the finished book, our process is collaborative and transparent. Based in Portland, we pair close editorial attention with considered design and a clear publication timeline so every title receives thoughtful stewardship. We focus on craft, lasting resonance, and helping writers reach readers who will cherish their work.

Curatorial Practice

We pair rigorous editorial standards with a reverence for voice — nurturing manuscripts into editions that endure. Our work blends meticulous editing, beautiful production, and strategic launch support that connects books to readers and communities.

Editorial Fellowship

Manuscript Development

From structural edits to line-level care, our editorial team partners with authors on a clear, transparent timeline—combining craft-driven feedback with career-minded guidance.

Design & Production

Elegant Editions

Careful design—from typography to paper choice—ensures each Aurora title is a tactile, lasting object: hardcover, paperback, and signed special editions with collector-quality finishes.

Author Relations

Long-term Stewardship

We guide authors beyond publication—offering marketing support, press outreach, and community-building so work finds its readership and authors grow sustainably.

Events & Workshops

Community Programming

Monthly salons, bi‑weekly writing workshops, and seasonal readings in Portland foster conversation between authors and readers—extending the life of each book beyond its pages.

Bookstore & Sales

Curated Catalog

Our online bookstore showcases handpicked fiction and poetry, exclusive signed editions, and bundles—plus free shipping on orders over $35 and partnerships with independent Portland booksellers for local pickup.

Curated Catalog

Explore a handpicked selection of fiction, poetry, and signed editions from our Portland‑rooted press—books shaped by attentive editing and designed to reward close reading.

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Voices We’ve Stewarded

From Portland courtyards to international bookshelves, Aurora champions singular literary work with meticulous care—editing, designing, and launching books that remain in conversation long after they’re read.

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“Aurora guided my manuscript with an exacting editorial eye and a generous spirit—our book feels seen and well cared for at every stage.”

Sarah Chen

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“Publishing with Aurora felt collaborative from the first edit to the book launch. Their events and bookstore partnerships widened our readership quickly.”

Marcus Rivera

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“Working with Aurora felt like joining a literary community — precise edits, thoughtful design, and a launch plan that honored the book’s voice.”

Marina Delacroix

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