Agate Publishing

09/09/2025

Happy publication day to CREATING A SALON and Linda-Marie Barrett ()! 🎉🥳
This book is a practical and personal exploration of the transformative power of salons—more structured than a casual dinner party and often an evolution of a book club—with hosting advice tailored for different goals, budgets, and personalities. It’s a must-read for everyone interested in facilitating inspirational conversations, building a strong and supportive community, or learning more about the art of hosting. CREATING A SALON is on shelves and available now everywhere books are sold!

08/28/2025

There’s still time to enter our preorder giveaway contest for next month’s release of CREATING A SALON by Linda-Marie Barrett ()! CREATING A SALON is a practical and personal exploration of the transformative power of salons—more structured than a dinner party or casual hangout—with hosting advice tailored for different goals, budgets, and personalities. You can enter for a chance to win a gift basket curated by Linda-Marie by preordering CREATING A SALON from your preferred retailer, and then filing out our entry form via the link here (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdx512uZOBBRt8QylYETQA0Q28Pl2WgGgv08TQQAAMUb6DERQ/viewform?usp=header). Entries close Sunday, September 7. Good luck!

08/05/2025

Happy National Oyster Day! Celebrate by treating yourself to a copy of THE OYSTER BOOK by , to learn about the global history of the oyster, the current state of the oyster industry, and the possibilities of investing in oyster farming as a solution to food and climate challenges. Click the link here (https://indiepubs.com/products/the-oyster-book) to order your copy now! 🦪

07/24/2025

Have you subscribed to Doug Seibold's Substack yet? You can read today's post about "What Writers Need" and subscribe here:

What Writers Need

07/11/2025

We’re so pleased to announce a new partnership with the Medill School of Journalism ()! You can read more about this exciting collaboration via the link here: https://www.agatepublishing.com/blog/2025/07/10/agate-publishing-announces-partnership-with-medill-school-of-journalism/

07/10/2025

Evanston! Come visit us this Saturday, July 12, from 7am - 1pm at the Evanston Farmers’ Market! We’ll be there selling books and would love to set you up with your next read. 📚

07/08/2025

🥳🎉 Happy Publication Day to Chef Ryan Rondeno () and his debut cookbook, MY CREOLE-CALI KITCHEN, which is officially available and on shelves now!
Named a “Best Cookbook of Summer 2025” by and , MY CREOLE-CALI KITCHEN features more than 100 recipes that seamlessly blend the vibrant flavors of Creole cuisine with the fresh ethos of California cooking. From Barbeque Shrimp and Grits and Buttermilk Cornbread to Grilled Watermelon Salad and Yuzu and 7UP Pound Cake, MY CREOLE-CALI KITCHEN offers a delightful Creole-California fusion that promises excitement in every kitchen.
On shelves and available NOW, everywhere books are sold!

04/30/2025

Thank you to Jenna Stedman, DCN, RD, CSSD for the kind words about SPORTS NUTRITION FOR ENDURANCE ATHLETES, 4E, which is on sale now, everywhere books are sold!

Thank you American Sports and Performance Dietitians Association book club memeners who joined us this month and thank Monique Ryan, MS, RDN, CSSD, EP-C, CLT

04/25/2025

Tomorrow is Independent Bookstore Day! While you’re out shopping and supporting your local bookstore, we hope you’ll grab copies of some of our newest releases!

04/14/2025

Coming soon to a shelf near you this winter! 👀

Just a little peek at some of the pastries at our Chicago and Evanston shop today. Pro tip: If you put “eat delicious pastry” on your Sunday chore list, you get to cross it off when you’re done.

04/11/2025

Really great to see Kirkus championing our book this way!

Safe to say, there’s nothing like the feeling of the fresh cut. You feel so extra visible with a fresh new cut, and this book built from that experience translates it in a way never before brought to the children’s bookshelf.

04/08/2025

🎉 Happy publication day to THE RELATIONSHIP-DRIVEN LEADER and Dr. Karen Bridbord! This book from licensed psychologist and organizational psychology expert Dr. Bridbord is a comprehensive, must-have guide for anyone who is interested in enhancing their leadership skills, boosting their team’s well-being, and driving organizational success. By rethinking workplace relationships, you can foster deeper connections within your team, enhancing cohesion and well-being for all members.

THE RELATIONSHIP-DRIVEN LEADER is on shelves now and available for purchase everywhere books are sold!

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