Politics and Prose Opus Self-Publishing

08/25/2017

For this weekend's inspiration, dear writers, getting back to basics with this gorgeous illustrated edition of THE ELEMENTS OF STYLE by Strunk & White.

Whether you're a first-time author or a seasoned pro, everyone could use a grammar check-up. Pick one up in stores!

08/16/2017

A great read from The Millions about print literary journals:

"If we accept the premise that editors will continue printing, then the question isn’t 'Is print dead?' but rather: what should print do to distinguish itself from digital?"

Politics and Prose, of course, supports the printed word-- check out our stock of literary journals, including Origins Literary Journal and District Lines, published here at Opus!

http://www.themillions.com/2017/05/a-space-ripe-for-experimentation-the-future-of-print-literary-journals.html

If we accept that editors will continue printing, the question isn’t “Is print dead?” but rather: what should print do to distinguish itself from digital?

08/11/2017

Here's some weekend inspiration for you, dear Opus followers. Gloomy Fridays call for writing poetry and browsing bookstores. two renowned poets on poetry--you can find Mary Oliver and Rainer Maria Rilke on our shelves today!

Stop by the Opus desk if your journal is filled with verse waiting to be published. (P.S., aren't these Mōglea notebooks gorgeous? Get them in store, too!)

08/06/2017

Brand new from Opus: THE TRAGIC TALE OF DANTE TRAMP by Suzanne Diffiné and Carol Calato, an illustrated book of politically poignant verse about a pompous orange orangutan. Yep...total fiction.

Pick up a copy today from our Opus display in store, or online here:

http://www.politics-prose.com/book/9781624291197

08/04/2017

Memoir is Opus's most frequently-published genre. If you're ready to share your life's story, sitting down with a cup of tea at The Den and getting some pointers on THE ART OF MEMOIR from Mary Karr. We wish she had one on the Art of Cover Design, too, because this book is gorgeous!

08/02/2017

Have you checked out one of our favorite literary magazines, Origins Literary Journal, published here at Opus? Get ready for the Fall 2017 issue by picking up the past four right here in stores, or head over to their page to read online!

07/31/2017

Kevin McCarthy, "Mac" to those who know him, teaches religion at a Bronx Catholic high school. After a horrific car accident, and for reasons Mac doesn't understand, God enlists him to become an angel on earth. Heeding God's call, Mac, with all his flaws, accepts. Instantly, his world is turned upside down...

Check out WHERE HEAVEN AND THE BRONX MET by Cooper Kalin, one of Opus's best-sellers, in store or online:

http://www.politics-prose.com/book/9781624290954

07/26/2017

We don't know what's more beautiful... poetry published by local authors, or latte art at the Den.

Stop by today to try both, or order your own copy of CONTEXT, CURIOSITY, COLOR: POEMS OF PAUSE by Diana Y from the Politics and Prose webstore:

http://www.politics-prose.com/book/9781624290923

07/23/2017

Submissions for Volume V of District Lines have just closed--did you get your work in under the deadline?

If not, volumes I-IV are in the bookstore to inspire all your D.C.-themed creative efforts for the next issue. Published locally through Opus!

07/21/2017

Local D.C. author and sociolinguist Virginia LoCastro stopped by to talk about her book, GONG AND MOMO, and why we need a new perspective on human-animal relations.

Check out the video and pick up a copy online or in stores-- proudly published by Opus!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0XxXjmFMqg

Virginia LoCastro discusses her book Gong and Momo. Gong and Momo: A Sociolinguist's Life with Two Mexican Siamese Cats is the story of Virginia LoCastro's l...

07/20/2017

We're working on some exciting new content for our followers... we couldn't help but give you a behind-the-scenes sneak peek! Check back soon for updates.

07/20/2017

The deadline to submit your literary works to District Lines is TOMORROW! Don't miss your chance to be featured in one of D.C.'s most beloved local anthologies.

Submit here:
http://www.politics-prose.com/districtlines

07/18/2017

Stop by the bookstore or click the link below to grab a copy of GONG AND MOMO:

http://www.politics-prose.com/book/9781624291043

07/16/2017

District Lines, the local literary anthology that’s been capturing the sense of D.C.’s vibrant arts community since 2013, is accepting submissions for Volume V!

The Opus team loves working to publish this diverse collection, and we hope you submit. Deadline: July 21st at noon.

More info here: http://www.politics-prose.com/districtlines

07/14/2017

Nothing like a little makeover to start the weekend off right! The Opus book display is bigger and better than ever.

Next time you stop into Politics and Prose, be sure to check out some of our favorite self-published reads.

07/12/2017

We’re excited to announce Opus’s foray into social media! Whether you’re a writer exploring your self-publishing options, or are more interested in discovering exciting Opus books by local authors, we can’t wait to connect with the P&P community and show our followers what’s new.