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About Me

? whateverlife.comSeal Press was founded in 1976 to provide a forum for women writers and feminist issues. Since then, Seal has published groundbreaking books that represent the diverse voices and interests of women—their lives, literature, and concerns. Fueled by the radical thinking and daring work of our authors, Seal’s list includes books on women's health, parenting, outdoor adventure and travel, popular culture, gender and women's studies, and current affairs. Among our many notable authors are Tsitsi Dangarembga, Ariel Gore, Ayun Halliday, Inga Muscio, Barbara Sjoholm, and Michelle Tea.Seal was launched with a single volume of poetry, printed by hand and distributed to bookstores in the Pacific Northwest. Several years later, the company published Getting Free, a handbook for battered women that had been turned down by every major New York publisher. The book was an overnight success, and what began as a small press started its evolution into what Seal is today—a thriving publishing imprint with a wide-ranging editorial program both distinguished and provocative. Along the way we’ve scored some firsts and broken a few barriers, publishing the first book on African American women’s health, critical guidebooks on lesbian relationships and parenting, key texts of the third wave feminist movement, and inspiring tales of women’s travels throughout the world. Our books engender thought, rage, laughter, tears, and deep connections among women from diverse backgrounds and experiences.Visit the Seal Press Website

My Interests

Women's lives! Careers, sexuality, parenting, sports, grief, gender & queer studies, motherhood, travel, feminism, food, community, autobiography, and hard-hitting books on women and anger, sex work, women in the military, and women's rights.

I'd like to meet:

Creative, strong, sassy women!

Books:

Full Frontal Feminism by Jessica Valenti, Single State of the Union edited by Diane Mapes, Hijas Americanas by Rosie Molinary, Whipping Girl by Julia Serano, Women Who Win by Lisa Taggart, The Anti 9-to-5 Guide by Michelle Goodman, Bento Box in the Heartland by Linda Furiya, The Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for Women by Dawn Dais, Naked on the Internet by Audacia Ray, Zaatar Days Henna Nights by Maliha Masood, Stalking the Wild Dik-Dik by Marie Javins, She's Not the Man I Married by Helen Boyd, Woman's Best Friend and Cat Women edited by Megan McMorris, Dirty Sugar Cookies by Ayun Halliday, Pissed Off by Spike Gilespie, Testosterone Files by Max Wolf Valerio, Intimate Politics by Bettina F. Aptheker, Women in Overdrive by Nora Issacs, Single Mom Seeking by Rachel Sarah, Indecent by Sarah Katherine Lewis, What Would Murphy Brown Do? by Allison Klein, Incognito Street by Barbara Sjoholm, Women in the Line of Fire by Erin Solaro, Nobody Passes by Mattilda aka Matt Bernstein Sycamore, Deliver This! by Maris Cohen, Abortion Under Attack edited by Krista Jacob, We Don't Need Another Wave edited by Melody Berger, She's Such a Geek edited by Annalee Newitz and Charlie Anders, Women Who Run by Shanti Sosienski... Find out more about the books Seal Press publishes by visiting our website.

Heroes:

Women who aren't afraid to try something new, take charge, overcome obstacles, stand up for their beliefs, travel to far away destinations, embrace their inner nerd, relish their sexual preference, and celebrate diversity.

My Blog

Back and Better Than Ever

It's been a while since our last blog post, but there are lots of new and exciting things going on with Seal that we're thrilled to share with you! Stop by our "other" website, Sealpress.com, and chec...
Posted by Seal Press on Wed, 21 Nov 2007 11:45:00 PST

Feeling overwhelmed? This podcast is for you

Women in Overdrive author Nora Isaacs is featured in the 4th podcast from the Seal Press series By Women. For Women. Listen up!For more information about the book and the author visit Seal Press....
Posted by Seal Press on Thu, 30 Aug 2007 12:05:00 PST

Tired of your day job? Interview with Michelle Goodman

Podcast episode number 3 from Seal Press is now available and features an interview with Michelle Goodman, author of The Anti 9-to-5 Guide for Women. Interested in finding out how to quit your day job...
Posted by Seal Press on Fri, 17 Aug 2007 08:55:00 PST

New Podcast: Jessica Valenti

An interview with Full Frontal Feminism author Jessica Valenti is now live on SealPress.com!In this interview Jessica discusses how feminism can make your life better, plastic surgery, sexual assault,...
Posted by Seal Press on Thu, 09 Aug 2007 09:55:00 PST

Seal Press Launches Podcast Series

Seal Press has launched a podcast series called By Women. For Women.Kicking off the series is an interview with Dawn Dais, author of The NonRunner's Marathon Guide for Women.Coming soon: interviews wi...
Posted by Seal Press on Mon, 06 Aug 2007 10:22:00 PST

Full Frontal Feminism Excerpt on the Huffington Post

Want to read an excerpt from Jessica Valenti's new book Full Frontal Feminism?Now you can! A portion of chapter 8 is live on the Huffington Post.Brought to you by Seal Press. ...
Posted by Seal Press on Fri, 27 Apr 2007 11:31:00 PST

Hot off the Press: Fabulous New Books!

Hot off the Press!! Single State of the Union, edited by Diane Mapes:Relish singlehood!! With sass, humor, and style, this anthology paints a provocative, playful, and complex portrait of today's...
Posted by Seal Press on Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:54:00 PST

DAWN DAIS: The Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for Women

The Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for WomenSelf-proclaimed nonrunner, Dawn Dais, knows first-hand that if you set your mind to it you can run a marathon.Nonrunner's Marathon Guide for Women author DAWN D...
Posted by Seal Press on Thu, 26 Apr 2007 09:53:00 PST

JESSICA VALENTI: FULL FRONTAL FEMINISM

NEW FROM SEAL PRESS!!FULL FRONTAL FEMINISMFull Frontal Feminism author JESSICA VALENTI brings new life to a tired movement. Keep an eye on Full Frontal Feminism...there is much more to come.Online: Al...
Posted by Seal Press on Thu, 26 Apr 2007 09:44:00 PST