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We carve space for bold voices and beautiful ideas—on the page, in the classroom, and in the field. We publish fierce and tender stories, teach writing that changes lives, and elevate tomorrow’s avant-garde talent in audio, print, and digital publication. Enter your email to sign up for our newsletter.

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We champion fierce and tender narratives that resonate deeply with our readers.

At Adze & Crown, we are dedicated to publishing stories that challenge, inspire, and move our audience. We focus on narratives that explore the complexities of the human experience with both boldness and sensitivity. We seek stories that leave a lasting impact.

  • Literary Fiction: Stories that push boundaries and explore the depths of human emotion.
  • Speculative Fiction: Imaginative worlds and thought-provoking concepts.
  • Poetry: Voices that capture the essence of life in verse.
  • Zines and Digital Texts: Screen-first writing and expression.
  • Creative Non-fiction: Photobooks, academic manuscripts, cookbooks, shallow and deep dives in humanities, social sciences, and STEM
Our Focus

Elevating Emerging Talent

At Adze & Crown, we’re dedicated to fostering the next generation of artists. We provide mentorship, platforms, and resources for emerging talent in audio, print, and digital formats. Discover how we’re shaping the future of storytelling and artistic expression by supporting avant-garde projects and voices.
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Explore Our Diverse Services for Creative Minds

At Adze & Crown, we offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to support and elevate writers and artists. From publishing fierce and tender stories to teaching transformative writing courses and elevating avant-garde talent, we are committed to fostering creativity and innovation in every endeavor. Discover how we can help you bring your vision to life.
Publishing Services
We publish a diverse range of works, including books, audio productions, and digital publications. Our focus is on showcasing bold and tender stories from emerging and established voices, ensuring high-quality production and distribution in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, photography, and more.
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Writing Coaching & Editing
Our coaches teach writing that changes lives, focusing on developing authentic voices and storytelling skills. We offer expert instruction, hands-on editing, and a supportive community for aspiring writers and artists.
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Talent Elevation Programs
We support emerging artists in audio, print, and digital media through mentorship, showcases, and collaborative projects. Our goal is to elevate their careers and provide opportunities for innovative and avant-garde projects.
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Writing services at Adze and Crown are excellent. Staff helped me harness my writing to be more precise with what I'm saying. Staff edits with care, and as such, has given me a greater confidence in my own voice as a writer
Nzinga
Nzinga
Author, Ph.D Candidate, Duke University
 
Duke University

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