Josh Dale
@joshdale.co
Writing, publishing, cats, nature, metal.
Read good books by Thirty West. You have my seal of approval
Read good books by Thirty West. You have my seal of approval
This book!
FACE-TO-FACES by the brilliant @keslentz.bsky.social is available for preorder. Read more of this multimedia poetry book on the Thirty West website & her bio card. Cover artwork is a custom commission by Shannon Hozinec. Out 1-23-26 🥀
Preorder discounts await:
thirtywestph.com/shop/facetofaces
Preorder discounts await:
thirtywestph.com/shop/facetofaces
Face-to-Faces-Kristine Esser Slentz-Poetry — Thirty West Publishing House
Face-to-Faces is the 3rd book of hybrid poetry by Kristine Esser Slentz. Out everywhere January 23rd, 2026
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November 26, 2025 at 6:23 PM
This book!
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Remember the dream story submission call by @mpmcsweeney.bsky.social 🛌? All 4 of our Best Microfiction 2026 nominees fit just shy of the 400 word cutoff. Marvelous little tales that we’re excited to submit. Congratulations writers! Best of luck 🤞 Afterimages keeps on 🏆
November 25, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Remember the dream story submission call by @mpmcsweeney.bsky.social 🛌? All 4 of our Best Microfiction 2026 nominees fit just shy of the 400 word cutoff. Marvelous little tales that we’re excited to submit. Congratulations writers! Best of luck 🤞 Afterimages keeps on 🏆
In one of my stories, a teenage dirtbag sees a political sign that reminds him of how 'nerdy' Coheed & Cambria is. Coincidentally, I won a battle of the bands in h.s. with a cover of a famous C&C song. Guess which one, and maybe you can read it soon
November 25, 2025 at 12:45 AM
In one of my stories, a teenage dirtbag sees a political sign that reminds him of how 'nerdy' Coheed & Cambria is. Coincidentally, I won a battle of the bands in h.s. with a cover of a famous C&C song. Guess which one, and maybe you can read it soon
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FYI: we’re going back to the o.g. TW on all socials + website. Why? Will talk about it on an upcoming Westie Wednesday
November 24, 2025 at 9:52 PM
FYI: we’re going back to the o.g. TW on all socials + website. Why? Will talk about it on an upcoming Westie Wednesday
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Welcome back BLUE BUCOLIC!
it’s not often we revise an existing title. Rebecca Kokitus’ 2nd chapbook has a revised cover, sharper images, and revised poems in this classic Thirty West chapbook from 2019. Sadly, no Schuylkill County coal rubbed pages, but this poetry is amazing.
it’s not often we revise an existing title. Rebecca Kokitus’ 2nd chapbook has a revised cover, sharper images, and revised poems in this classic Thirty West chapbook from 2019. Sadly, no Schuylkill County coal rubbed pages, but this poetry is amazing.
November 24, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Welcome back BLUE BUCOLIC!
it’s not often we revise an existing title. Rebecca Kokitus’ 2nd chapbook has a revised cover, sharper images, and revised poems in this classic Thirty West chapbook from 2019. Sadly, no Schuylkill County coal rubbed pages, but this poetry is amazing.
it’s not often we revise an existing title. Rebecca Kokitus’ 2nd chapbook has a revised cover, sharper images, and revised poems in this classic Thirty West chapbook from 2019. Sadly, no Schuylkill County coal rubbed pages, but this poetry is amazing.
🎶 I don't wanna waaait
For our loooooove to be JOEVERRRR 🎶
For our loooooove to be JOEVERRRR 🎶
November 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
🎶 I don't wanna waaait
For our loooooove to be JOEVERRRR 🎶
For our loooooove to be JOEVERRRR 🎶
Why are there so many characters named Frankie in my stories?
November 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Why are there so many characters named Frankie in my stories?
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Thirty West is now 10 years old! Thank you readers, audience, A Novel Idea, and all of the supporters over the years. We love you. Onward another 10…
@joshdale.co @saraheedmonds.bsky.social @adamg.bsky.social @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social
@anotherintro.bsky.social
& Rebecca Kokitus
@joshdale.co @saraheedmonds.bsky.social @adamg.bsky.social @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social
@anotherintro.bsky.social
& Rebecca Kokitus
November 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Thirty West is now 10 years old! Thank you readers, audience, A Novel Idea, and all of the supporters over the years. We love you. Onward another 10…
@joshdale.co @saraheedmonds.bsky.social @adamg.bsky.social @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social
@anotherintro.bsky.social
& Rebecca Kokitus
@joshdale.co @saraheedmonds.bsky.social @adamg.bsky.social @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social
@anotherintro.bsky.social
& Rebecca Kokitus
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Tonight!
Almost time for the 10-year anniversary reading and we can’t be more thrilled to have @adamg.bsky.social back at A Novel Idea this Saturday. Come by from 5-7 and let’s have a blast!
November 22, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Tonight!
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Our final feature for tomorrow’s reading is Rebecca Kokitus. A classic chapbook author of ours, she’s coming out of poetry hiatus for you all. A Novel Idea hosted a few of her events in the past; a perfect circle moment. See you tomorrow from 5-7!
November 21, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Our final feature for tomorrow’s reading is Rebecca Kokitus. A classic chapbook author of ours, she’s coming out of poetry hiatus for you all. A Novel Idea hosted a few of her events in the past; a perfect circle moment. See you tomorrow from 5-7!
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Our next feature on Saturday needs no introduction @anotherintro.bsky.social is one of the first book authors and we’re always stoked to listen to Jane-Rebecca’s prose. Only a few more sleeps… A Novel Idea will be ready for us!
November 20, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Our next feature on Saturday needs no introduction @anotherintro.bsky.social is one of the first book authors and we’re always stoked to listen to Jane-Rebecca’s prose. Only a few more sleeps… A Novel Idea will be ready for us!
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R U coming to Small Press Night, 12/2, 6pm, to hear these great authors?
Plus: The publishers will be on hand!
Barnes & Noble, 1708 Chestnut in #Philly.
Register here to be sure of a seat:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-write-...
#authorreading #booklover #fiction #poetry #essay
Plus: The publishers will be on hand!
Barnes & Noble, 1708 Chestnut in #Philly.
Register here to be sure of a seat:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-write-...
#authorreading #booklover #fiction #poetry #essay
November 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM
R U coming to Small Press Night, 12/2, 6pm, to hear these great authors?
Plus: The publishers will be on hand!
Barnes & Noble, 1708 Chestnut in #Philly.
Register here to be sure of a seat:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-write-...
#authorreading #booklover #fiction #poetry #essay
Plus: The publishers will be on hand!
Barnes & Noble, 1708 Chestnut in #Philly.
Register here to be sure of a seat:
www.eventbrite.com/e/the-write-...
#authorreading #booklover #fiction #poetry #essay
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A couple more days until you can see @saraheedmonds.bsky.social read from the cult classic LATE NIGHTS AT FULL MOON RECORDS and maybe some new poems at our 10 year anniversary reading. This Saturday from 5-7 at the South Philly home of books, A Novel Idea. We’re excited for you to join us!
November 20, 2025 at 2:37 PM
A couple more days until you can see @saraheedmonds.bsky.social read from the cult classic LATE NIGHTS AT FULL MOON RECORDS and maybe some new poems at our 10 year anniversary reading. This Saturday from 5-7 at the South Philly home of books, A Novel Idea. We’re excited for you to join us!
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Thirty West chapbook submissions are free. However, some people choose to tip us a few bucks, or even purchase a title. This photo is all of the purchases logged to date. With budgets tight and pennies (RIP) pinched, we can’t thank you enough for supporting a scrappy indie press of 10 years. 📚
November 20, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Thirty West chapbook submissions are free. However, some people choose to tip us a few bucks, or even purchase a title. This photo is all of the purchases logged to date. With budgets tight and pennies (RIP) pinched, we can’t thank you enough for supporting a scrappy indie press of 10 years. 📚
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Wall of Fame but it’s people taking pics of our books with their pets
November 19, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Wall of Fame but it’s people taking pics of our books with their pets
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Why are we still “defending” theses? When can we start “attacking” with paint brushes, stacks of manuscripts, etc?
November 19, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Why are we still “defending” theses? When can we start “attacking” with paint brushes, stacks of manuscripts, etc?
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Another feature for Saturday’s 10 year anniversary reading is @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social a longtime friend of the press and soon-to-be Thirty West author. We’re very excited for it. Get down to A Novel Idea at 5 and celebrate with us!
November 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Another feature for Saturday’s 10 year anniversary reading is @shannonfrostgre.bsky.social a longtime friend of the press and soon-to-be Thirty West author. We’re very excited for it. Get down to A Novel Idea at 5 and celebrate with us!
Algorithms cannot and shall not shackle tomfoolery
November 18, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Algorithms cannot and shall not shackle tomfoolery
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First up on our 10-year anniversary list is the host, author, and founder of TW, @joshdale.co Come through to our free event at A Novel Idea. 11/22 from 5-7PM. We will love your company, camaraderie, and charity as we celebrate small business and indie literature in one legendary night.
November 16, 2025 at 3:36 PM
First up on our 10-year anniversary list is the host, author, and founder of TW, @joshdale.co Come through to our free event at A Novel Idea. 11/22 from 5-7PM. We will love your company, camaraderie, and charity as we celebrate small business and indie literature in one legendary night.
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New sticker dropped:
Read independent literature :) / or face dire consequences :(
Read independent literature :) / or face dire consequences :(
November 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
New sticker dropped:
Read independent literature :) / or face dire consequences :(
Read independent literature :) / or face dire consequences :(
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We love all of the chapbook submissions. Please note that we are not open for long-form fiction & novels/poetry books/nonfiction. We will not be reading these emailed submissions and don’t wish for anyone to get the wrong idea. Thank you for understanding.
November 13, 2025 at 8:03 PM
We love all of the chapbook submissions. Please note that we are not open for long-form fiction & novels/poetry books/nonfiction. We will not be reading these emailed submissions and don’t wish for anyone to get the wrong idea. Thank you for understanding.
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Moran Press hand-sewn journals are in! Some will be for Westies Book Club members, others for the 10 year anniversary reading. We love artisan goods.
November 10, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Moran Press hand-sewn journals are in! Some will be for Westies Book Club members, others for the 10 year anniversary reading. We love artisan goods.
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Pushcart nominations are happening next week.
November 10, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Pushcart nominations are happening next week.
