Bold Strokes Books
Bold Strokes Books is a midsized independent publisher headquartered in Cambridge, New York that offers a diverse collection of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer general and genre fiction. Their list includes romance, mystery/intrigue, crime, erotica, speculative fiction (sci-fi/fantasy/horror), general fiction, and young adult fiction.[1] The company was founded in July 2004 by Len Barot.[2] As of 2018, Bold Strokes Books has published over 1,000 works by more than 200 authors, in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats. Among its most notable titles are In Too Deep by Ronica Black (2005),[3] Mistress of the Runes by Andrews & Austin (2007),[4] Lady Knight by L-J Baker (2007),[5] Blind Curves by Jacob and Diane Anderson-Minshall (2007)[6] and Light by Nathan Burgoine (2013).[7] In 2007, Bold Strokes Books became the first LGBTQ publisher to be formally recognized by Romance Writers of America.
Bold Strokes Books
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- Bold Strokes Books
- Founded
- Bold Strokes Books was established or created in 2004.
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- Radclyffe
- Headquarters
- Bold Strokes Books has its headquarters at Cambridge.
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- Bold Strokes Books operates in publishing.
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Bold Strokes Books is a midsized independent publisher headquartered in Cambridge, New York that offers a diverse collection of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer general and genre fiction. Their list includes romance, mystery/intrigue, crime, erotica, speculative fiction (sci-fi/fantasy/horror), general fiction, and young adult fiction.[1] The company was founded in July 2004 by Len Barot.[2] As of 2018, Bold Strokes Books has published over 1,000 works by more than 200 authors, in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats. Among its most notable titles are In Too Deep by Ronica Black (2005),[3] Mistress of the Runes by Andrews & Austin (2007),[4] Lady Knight by L-J Baker (2007),[5] Blind Curves by Jacob and Diane Anderson-Minshall (2007)[6] and Light by Nathan Burgoine (2013).[7] In 2007, Bold Strokes Books became the first LGBTQ publisher to be formally recognized by Romance Writers of America.
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The company was also a sponsor of the annual Lesbian Book Festival in Palm Springs, California.[8]
It is associated with United States. The record gives 2004 as its date of establishment or first appearance. Recorded genres are LGBT fiction and lesbian fiction. Its recorded founders are Radclyffe. Its recorded seat is Cambridge. The recorded field of activity is publishing.
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• Name — Bold Strokes Books • Founded — 2004 • Founder — Len Barot • Country — United States • Headquarters — Cambridge, New York • Publications — Books • Genre — LGBTQ fiction • Website — https: www.boldstrokesbooks.com
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- 1.Bold Strokes Books Website, 11 January, 2018 https://www.boldstrokesbooks.com/contact-us
- 2.Jane Chen: A Survey of the Lesbian Fiction Publishing Industry AfterEllen.com, July 7, 2006
- 3.San Francisco Bay Times review
- 4.Story Circle Book Reviews coverage
- 5.International Gay & Lesbian Review coverage
- 6.“Lesbian, transgender couple become mystery writers”. Oakland Tribune, May 1, 2007 (fee-based access required).
- 7."Book review: Light, by ‘Nathan Burgoine". GLBT Reviews (American Library Association).
- 8.In LA Magazine, Vol 10, Issue 26.
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