St. Johann Press

St. Johann Press We are a small, independent press located in North New Jersey, and we specialize in niche publishing of nonfiction titles. St. Johann Press.

Johann Press began as book packaging company in 1991 and then started publishing its own titles in 1998. From the beginning, it concentrated on niche markets that tended to be overlooked by the large publishers. The owner, David Biesel, has had over 35 years of experience in all phases of publishing but primarily professional, scholarly, and reference. He worked at Bowker, Macmillian, American Ins

titute of Physics, and Scarecrow Press, among others. Both he and his wife, Diane, have been authors and series editors (Scarecrow). Diane brings to the company her 35 years as a librarian and the two share a desire to publish books that need to be done. We are excited to share some new changes that are happening at St. As the company continues to evolve and grow, we are excited to have David's daughter, Debbie, and granddaughter, Krystal, join the company. Johann Press takes its name from the old town section of Saarbruchen in Germany from where the Biesel family emigrated to the United States in 1848.

✨ For Collectors, Historians & Button Enthusiasts ✨Dive into decades of history with the 50-Year Index to National Butto...
03/19/2026

✨ For Collectors, Historians & Button Enthusiasts ✨

Dive into decades of history with the 50-Year Index to National Button Society Bulletins (1942–1991) by Anne Flood — a must-have reference for anyone passionate about button collecting.

This comprehensive index brings together 50 years of knowledge, making it easy to explore articles, authors, subjects, and even meeting records from the National Button Society.

📚 Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your journey, this resource is your gateway to uncovering the stories behind every button.

🔎 Discover. Research. Collect.

👉 Check it out here: https://stjohannpress.myshopify.com/products/50-year-index-to-national-button-society-bulletins-1942-1991-by-anne-flood

🧵✨ **National Button Week is Here!** ✨🧵**March 16–23**Buttons may be small, but they have a big history! As we celebrate...
03/17/2026

🧵✨ **National Button Week is Here!** ✨🧵
**March 16–23**

Buttons may be small, but they have a big history! As we celebrate **National Button Week**, here are a few fun facts you might not know:

🔘 **Buttons date back over 5,000 years!** The earliest buttons were found in the Indus Valley and were originally used as decorative ornaments rather than fasteners.

🔘 **Button collecting has a name.** People who collect buttons are called “fibulanists.”

🔘 **Buttons were once a symbol of wealth.** In the 17th and 18th centuries, clothing could have hundreds of buttons made from silver, ivory, or precious stones to show status.

🔘 **The Guinness World Record for the largest button collection** is over 1 million buttons!

🔘 **Buttons have inspired art and history.** From military uniforms to fashion runways, buttons have played an important role in clothing design for centuries.

Stay tuned this week as we share more button history, button books and fun surprises to celebrate these tiny treasures!

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✨ National Button Week is Almost Here! ✨From March 16–23, we’re celebrating the tiny details that hold history together ...
03/11/2026

✨ National Button Week is Almost Here! ✨

From March 16–23, we’re celebrating the tiny details that hold history together — buttons!
Throughout the week we’ll be sharing fun button history, unique book finds, and some exciting offers for our books!

If you love antiques, collecting, and the stories behind everyday objects, you won’t want to miss it.

📅 Mark your calendars and follow along all week long!

12/26/2025

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🏼🧑🏻‍🎄

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the passing of our cofounder, Diane Biesel, who left us peacefully yest...
12/18/2025

It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share the passing of our cofounder, Diane Biesel, who left us peacefully yesterday after a courageous health battle. Diane was so much more than a cofounder — she was a loving grandmother, stepmom, sister, aunt, and the devoted wife of David for 42 beautiful years. She had a deep love for books, buttons, and above all, her family, and she poured that love into everything she touched. Diane’s warmth, creativity, and gentle spirit left a lasting mark on all of us. She will be missed more than words can express by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Love to see our authors thriving! Visit J. Chester Johnson’s website to learn more about his amazing books! And click th...
01/24/2025

Love to see our authors thriving! Visit J. Chester Johnson’s website to learn more about his amazing books! And click the link to learn more about how and why he was on the Time Square Jumbotron! https://jchesterjohnson.com/blog

We’re at the Valley Middle School Holiday Craft Fair in Oakland! Come down and see all the great vendors and say hi to u...
12/07/2024

We’re at the Valley Middle School Holiday Craft Fair in Oakland! Come down and see all the great vendors and say hi to us! All books 20% off!!!

Excited for this weekend! Come visit our table at Valley Middle School Craft Fair! 10 am to 4 pm 🤗 Place an order at the...
12/06/2024

Excited for this weekend! Come visit our table at Valley Middle School Craft Fair! 10 am to 4 pm 🤗 Place an order at the event and get free shipping!! 🎄🎁🕎

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!
11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! 💚💚🍀🍀☘️☘️
03/17/2023

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!! 💚💚🍀🍀☘️☘️

Day 2, let’s go!!!!!
02/04/2023

Day 2, let’s go!!!!!

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