The Culting of America by Daniella Mestyanek Young and Amy Reed—A Special Otterpine Book Release Celebration

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Today is a big day for Otterpine—and a deeply personal one. The Culting of America: What Makes a Cult and Why We Love Them by Daniella Mestyanek Young and Amy Reed is officially out in the world! This book holds a special place in our catalog. Not only is Amy Reed the book’s co-author, she’s also Otterpine’s editorial director and has shepherded this project through every stage of development—from early drafts to design and final production. It's been a labor of love, collaboration, and fierce dedication to a story that demands to be told. The Story Behind the Book Amy…

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Lucille May debuts her first poetry collection, Thank the Sweet Waters—an ode to love, devotion, and the quiet radiance of everyday life.

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Born from the tender, untidy depths of intimacy, May’s poems move like water—sometimes trickling, sometimes rushing—capturing the wild, vulnerable essence of love and heartbreak. Deeply rooted in the Appalachian mountains she calls home, her work carries the earthy textures of place and season, where soil, rain, and tangled branches mirror the cycles of intimacy, rupture, and repair. “It’s difficult to find a collection where every poem lands; however, in Thank the Sweet Waters, so many of them genuinely reflect the core of love’s past, present, and hopeful future,” said Amy Brozio-Andrews, Independent Book Review. “A thoughtful gift or worthwhile addition…

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INTRODUCING TAO OF FOUNDERS BY GUILLAUME RACINE

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Canadian entrepreneur and investor Guillaume Racine has released Tao of Founders: Timeless Insights for Resilient Entrepreneurs, a thoughtful and inspiring guide that bridges ancient wisdom with modern startup life. Drawing from the Tao Te Ching, various spiritual traditions, and his own experiences as a founder, Racine explores how entrepreneurs can cultivate calm, clarity, and resilience while navigating the emotional extremes of building a company. Best-selling author Derek Sivers called Tao of Founders a “beautiful and crucial focus on the most important part of the start: the mindset! Every founder should read this the night before they begin.” “One way of…

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Introducing Story Business by Gavin McMahon

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Gavin McMahon, co-founder and CEO of the leadership and storytelling consultancy fassforward, debuts his first book, a compelling guide to storytelling as one of the most powerful yet underused tools for driving business success. Scheduled for release by U.S.-based Otterpine September 30, 2025, Story Business: Why Stories Rule the World and How They Can Reinvent Your Business reveals a timeless truth in business, leadership, and beyond: It’s not the best ideas that win, but the best-packaged ideas. Drawing on real-world examples of businesses that thrived and others that disappeared into obscurity, McMahon offers a powerful insight: Ideas alone aren't enough—they…

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Introducing Food Stories by Abby Houston

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Abby Houston, artist, community builder, and food lover, has released Food Stories: A Conversation Card Deck, a heartfelt collection of 72 questions designed to bring people closer together through the language of food.  Food Stories invites players to reflect on their own lives and share meaningful experiences with others. Each card opens a door to a new memory, emotion, or perspective, reminding us that food is more than just what we eat; it’s about the love that nourishes us, the traditions that anchor us, and the connections that sustain us through life.  The deck can transform a simple meal into…

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Introducing White Mirror by Tinkered Thinking

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The universe isn’t just very old, remember, it’s also very young.  Pseudonymous author and creator Tinkered Thinking is excited to announce the release of their latest anthology, White Mirror, a bold and thought-provoking exploration of existence through the lens of science fiction. In a literary landscape crowded with dystopian narratives, White Mirror offers a refreshing and imaginative alternative—thirty-one stories that illuminate the complexity of life and the possibilities of the future. Published on August 1, 2025, the collection follows Lucilius, a visionary inventor and explorer, as he journeys through space, time, and the depths of human consciousness. Each story blends…

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Introducing Climate Changed by Pablo Ribeiro Dias, PHD

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Engineer and sustainability expert Pablo Ribeiro Dias, PhD, has released his first book, Climate Changed: The Science of Sustainability and How Each of Us Can Do Our Part. In this compelling and readable work, Dias delves into the complex issue of climate change and other environmental threats, providing readers with an accessible yet nuanced understanding of the global challenges we face. Published on July 10, 2025, Climate Changed demystifies critical topics such as greenhouse gases, biodiversity loss, and life cycle assessments, providing tangible and applicable tools for change—ideal for readers eager to shift from awareness to action. In the book,…

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Introducing My Body is Sacred By Julia Considine Pierce MPH, MDiv

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Julia Considine Pierce, educator and advocate for girls’ health, has released her debut children’s book, My Body is Sacred: Tales of Health and Wellness for Little Girls, a thoughtful and empowering guide that helps young girls understand the importance of caring for their bodies and embracing their worth. By sharing the stories of Alayah, Mahaba, Laila, and Harmony, Pierce takes her audience on a journey of curiosity, courage, and self-respect. Through each character, young readers see kindness, confidence, and a strong sense of personal boundaries in action, learning how to stand up for themselves, prioritize their well-being, and navigate friendships…

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Introducing Two Thoughts by Jim O’Shaugnessy with Vatsal Kaushik

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Otterpine is thrilled to partner with the amazing team at O’Shaughnessy Ventures to support their new innovative publishing venture, Infinite Books, on multiple titles. Infinite Books aims to support authors across disciplines on works that provide unique insight while inspiring and uplifting readers. Otterpine and Infinite Books are kindred spirits in our desire to disrupt the traditional publishing model by providing new opportunities for authors to get their books made and their voices heard. Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom Our first book with Infinite Books is the beautifully crafted Two Thoughts: A Timeless Collection of Infinite Wisdom,…

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Introducing White Women, Get Ready by Amanda K Gross

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Otterpine is proud to announce the release of White Women, Get Ready: How Healing from Post-Traumatic Mistress Syndrome Leads to Anti-Racist Change by Amanda K Gross. As a culmination of her personal experiences as a white woman and her work as an anti-racist organizer, this book—part historical analysis, part memoir, and part call to action—tells the story of how white ladies have been groomed to uphold overlapping systems of oppression and how they can use their unique positioning to help upend these violent structures. At Otterpine, we are committed to supporting authors whose craft creates positive change. Whether an author…

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