Dithering Chaps Press - Blog

Dithering Chaps is proud to be an independent poetry publisher, based in Dorset, devoting our time to identifying contemporary poetry that deserves to be heard. You can read more about us here.

As an independent UK poetry chapbook publisher, we know the UK poetry scene is flourishing. This blog offers a glimpse behind the scenes of our small press.

Here you’ll find updates from our poets, reflections on the publishing process, news from our chapbook launches, and the occasional bit of gentle dithering about the craft of making books.

It’s a space for sharing what we’re learning, celebrating the work we love, and inviting readers into the life of our press.

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Gifts of the Dark
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Gifts of the Dark

We’ve handed over this month’s blog to our latest published poet, Simon Bowden, who gives us an insight into his creative process and inspiration for Gifts of the Dark.

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Join the celebration!
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Join the celebration!

We haven’t been around long, but already have much to celebrate - this month’s blog is about what we have achieved so far and offers you the invitation to get involved in our success story …

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Ethical Dilemmas
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Ethical Dilemmas

Our initial blog covers the moral maze facing publishers when the subject of their books is contentious or potentially controversial, using the decision-making process behind publishing ‘The Sheliand’ as a case study

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