What types of book do you publish?
Andersson Publishing works with authors on both fiction and non-fiction books, from short how-to guides to autobiographical works of 300+ pages. We'll work with authors on novels, short fiction, poetry, non-fiction, essays, reports, and personal memoirs. We don't do explicit sex or porn, right-wing hardcore politics, or anything resembling racism or hate attitudes. We're also not interested in "private label rights" or "internet marketing" manuscripts.
RIVER OF FIRE:
The Rattlesnake Fire and the Mission Boys
Published in the summer of 2018, this book was years in the making. Originally one of several stories in John Maclean's book Fire & Ashes, the story grew as more people connected with the story contacted Maclean and filled in details. A memorial was built on the site, connections with long-lost relatives were made, and the story was brought back to life with assistance of firefighters connected to the fire.
Sistah Knit
"Come delight in this wonderful tale written to uplift, enlighten, and introduce you to a not often talked about craft that our womenfolk have engaged in for ages -- knitting! Sistah Knit is an awesome first publication by R.L. Chisolm that leaves you wanting more. Wanting to read more about positive influences in our Black communities, more about the ongoing development of these amazing female characters ... and wanting to read more of the drama that keeps us enveloped in their storylines from start to finish. Read about the Sistah Knit shop -- where anyone can arrive wealthy or weary and still feel like they are in their Auntie's home."
AnderssonPublishing helped edit and design this popular book, and we hope Ruthie's at work on her next one -- maybe a sequel!
November Below Heart Mountain: A Hunting Story
, relates the "passing of the torch" across four generations. This book will conjure up memories for anyone who's hunted the Mountain West."Good read for anyone interested in why people like to hunt and the challenges and rewards associated with it. Also a great story about family, friends, and the personal journey of the author."
"This book was such a good read. I am familiar with most of the mountain areas he was hunting in and the picture of the beautiful scenery was brought back to me in full retrospect. Thanks, Ben, for writing this and hope to read many more of your works."
"A truly great book. Hunting isn't all about the killing, but all the other things that go with it. Most other hunting books are nothing but print versions of outdoor shows, where nobody ever misses a shot, private land, and giant deer. Good to see a guy be real about it."
FIRE CREW:
Stories from the Fireline
This is the first book to vividly and honestly portray what it's really like-- from the spine-chilling fear of a wildfire entrapment to the simple joys of a warm meal and a chilled soda. From the steep mountainsides of Idaho to the sweltering humidity of Florida, Ben Walters tells the stories of the fires he fought and the friends he made during his years as a wildland firefighter. Published in 2011, this book remains one of Kelly's favorites.
Suddenly Fairies
Case in Point 10:
Complete Case Interview Preparation
AnderssonPublishing has worked with Cosentino on several editions of his book, plus kindle versions of the books, and a couple of related books co-written by his best students.
Cosentino demystifies the consulting case interview, taking students inside a typical interview by exploring and explaining the various types of case questions and explaining his acclaimed Ivy Case System. His step-by-step lessons in this book give business students the confidence to confidently and skillfully answer even the most sophisticated cases. The book includes dozens of strategy cases, with case starts, exercises, and 21 ways to cut costs -- plus a special section on federal and nonprofit cases.
SHO-RAP HIGHWAY:
The Native American Firefighters of Wind River
Falling from the Strings
A young man struggling to face reality finally comes to terms with the inner voice in his head that tries to protect him from the insanity of society. In FALLING FROM THE STRINGS he struggles with and finally resolves the darkness within, breaking the frayed strings that had for so long controlled him. First book by novelist H.J. Duffey.
Hunting Big Mule Deer:
How to Take the Best Buck of Your Life
Robby Denning grew up in a mule deer hunting family just outside the small town of Iona, Idaho. He started hunting mule deer in the late 1970s, missing only one season in 35 years. At the age of 25, he gave up the pursuit of all other big game animals to focus on taking the best mule deer bucks possible. He began hunting the monarchs of the West on a do-it-yourself budget, scouting and hunting for about 60 days each year. Robby loves the hunt as much as the kill -- and the entire process from research to scouting to hunting to processing his own venison. He also writes for several national magazines and publishes weekly on his blog at Rokslide.com
Digital Vortex:
How Today's Market Leaders Can BeatDisruptive Competitors at Their Own Game
In this book, you will learn how to use the business models and strategies of startups to your own advantage. Instead of waiting to be disrupted, you can maximize the value of your existing businesses and move into profitable new ones. Most important, you will learn how to build the agility to anticipate threats, sense opportunities, and seize them before your rivals do.
In today's world there are two paths: navigating to a new digital future, or being engulfed by exponential competitive change. With recommendations backed by research with thousands of senior executives from market leaders and startups alike, this book gives you a compass to chart your own course -- to compete with disruptors and win.
AnderssonPublishing worked closely with editor Pete Gerardo and co-authors with the Global Center for Digital Business Transformation, an IMD and Cisco initiative to produce this award-winning book.
It's not chemo. It's therapy.
"When we learned that my wife Charlotte needed surgery to remove two large and potentially cancerous tumors from her abdomen, I did what a lot of people do these days. I sent an email alerting friends and family about our situation." Thus began Rob Huthnance's journey with his wife, and what would ultimately turn into a book that's helped many readers deal with a cancer diagnosis. "After Charlotte's surgery, I sent another email update. Toward the end of her hospital stay, I sent another. During this beginning stage of her excursion with cancer, many people encouraged me to set up a blog or join one of the websites where I could post updates for all to view. These propositions felt uncomfortable. In a world where social media can get out of control, we wanted to control our situation as best we could and decided against these avenues. I took charge of communication by drafting and sending an email every Friday."
Healthy Women Rock
How to Live the Life You Desire and Deserve,Lose Weight and Control Negative Thoughts
AnderssonPublishing worked with Madeline on this book and other projects, and Maddie remains a cherished friend to this day. Learn more about her and her work at MadelineMccray.com
Between Two Fires:
A Fire History of Contemporary America
This book "will be the history of record for wildfire management for the next several decades," said Lincoln Bramwell, chief historian with the U.S. Forest Service.
Morning Glory, Morning Glory
Why Do You Sleep at Night?
"All of Donna Love's books are ideal for kids ... and adults. They are well written, tell a warm interesting heartfelt story, and even manage to sneak in some education! The books are an easy read -- for kids and adults -- and the illustrations are simply beautiful." ~ Amazon review
Founding Leadership:
Lessons on Business and Personal LeadershipFrom the Men Who Brought You the American Revolution
Queen of Crop:
A Year in My Life After Weight Loss Surgery
Zoe is now living a dream life, and having bariatric surgery (the vertical sleeve) allowed her to create that life. She lost over 80 lbs. (36 kilos) and became healthier and happier. She and her husband designed an entirely new chapter in their lives that could not have been possible in the body she had before surgery. Loaded with photos from around the world and paced with stories from her year-long diary after surgery, this book will inspire and encourage people who are seriously overweight to finally find success!
Defying Gravity:
Improve Your Vertical Jump and More for Volleyball
From amazon: "As a sports and fitness enthusiast, I believe Nicolas is really onto something here. Explosiveness off the block is key to so many sports, and in this book there are a plethora of ideas to improve that explosiveness, whether it's for increasing a vertical jump or coming off the starting blocks as a sprinter. Also, the importance of diet is addressed in this book. If you want clear and well-rounded explanations for improving your athletic abilities, GET THIS BOOK!"
Life Between the Tigers:
Zen Wisdom in Everyday English
AnderssonPublishing worked with editors Kris Neely and Pete Gerardo on the re-write and editing of these traditional koans, designed the book cover, formatted the interior layout, and handled the kindle conversion of this ground-breaking book. In their original forms, many koans are set in times and places that are "alien" to most of us; they refer to traditions, locations, and histories that can confuse (and even deter) new students of Buddhism. In this book, classic stories have been edited into everyday English. Whatever your spiritual leanings, this book will challenge you to see something you previously could not or would not see, provoking insights both profound and prosaic.
FORKS IN THE TRAIL:
A Conservationist's Trek
to the Pinnacles of Natural Resource Leadership
Foreword by Char Miller
- My talents as a storyteller were developed and honed over the years, with considerable practice. In the 1980s, I made the acquaintance of Kelly Andersson, a free-spirited young lady of many talents. Among her vocations and avocations were those of writer, artist, camp cook, outfitter -- and astute editor. She somehow finagled her way into going along on a couple of wilderness pack trips with my traveling partner Will H. "Bill" Brown and me. She handled my usual cooking chores. Bill handled the horses and packing. I was in charge of dishwashing, firewood, and storytelling. Kelly was fond of the stories I told around the campfires, and encouraged me to write these stories down. For many years, I refused, insisting to her that no one would be interested in reading them. But she continued to badger me about the stories over the years, and I finally acceded.
As I wrote down a story or two for her, beginning in about 2002, more stories would come to me. The more I wrote, the more I remembered. And with her prodding and encouragement (or hassling), I kept sending them to her, one or two at a time. After a while, I came to think that some of my children and grandchildren might enjoy the stories and maybe even hand them down to their offspring. After we'd accumulated a couple of dozen stories, the growing collection assumed the overall title in my computer files of "Stories for Kelly." After a few years the stories came to number over a hundred.
Somewhere in that process, Kelly suggested that "we" had a book on our hands. I asked her, perhaps a bit gruffly, "What's this 'we' stuff?" She smiled, perhaps a bit coyly, and told me that even great writers need editors. Pumped up by my sudden elevation to the status of "great writer," I agreed that maybe we did have a book on our hands and that, of course, she should fill the role of editor.
~ Jack Ward Thomas, 2013
ACTOR MUSCLE
Craft. Grit. Wit.
A Professional Guide to the Business of Acting
Your Family's Guide to a Secure Future
Salmon River Fire:
30 Years An Idaho Firefighter
BUSINESS OWNER'S GUIDE
to Healthcare Reform and Group Insurance
MEET ME AT THE NET:
Stories from Steelhead Alley
From the cold waters of Lake Erie up the rivers and streams of the Midwest, steelhead swim the currents in their annual journey to the fishing region known as Steelhead Alley. In this book author Ed Novak tells of the joys and the challenges -- and the sharing with friends and family -- of this incredible Great Lakes fishery. Not just another how-to book, but a collection of timeless stories that anglers of all ages will enjoy.
Upgrade Your Army Discharge:
A Brief Legal Guide
"Every military attorney should have this book. It is a must-have for anyone advising clients on any aspect of a discharge upgrade." ~ Attorney Duane Kees, Asa Hutchinson Law Group, PLC
"This book provides answers to questions about upgrading an Army discharge -- from an experienced professional. Michael Waddington's instructions are understandable and offer guidance for veterans needing help with the system." ~ Ernesto Gapasin, Attorney at Law, former U.S. Army JAG Lawyer
The Montana Ranch COOKHOUSE COOKBOOK
FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN:
The True Story of the South Canyon Fire
FIRE AND ASHES:
On the Front Lines of American Wildfire
In this book is the original short version of the story of the 1953 Rattlesnake Fire. Kelly pestered Maclean for years that it should be a movie, and over time he collected more information, more notes from family members of those who were killed on the fire. She introduced him to Kari Greer, and she made two trips to the Mendocino National Forest and the site of the fire. Several contributors added to the story, including retired hotshot and air attack Tony Duprey, fire meteorologist Chris Cuomo, and Mendocino Hotshot supes Daren Dalrymple, John Tishner, and Don Will. RIVER OF FIRE: The Rattlesnake Fire and the Mission Boys was released in the summer of 2018 at a smokejumper reunion in McCall.
THE THIRTYMILE FIRE:
A Chronicle of Bravery and Betrayal
This book, Maclean's third, has been called Biography of a Disaster.
"Author John N. Maclean has become the Bob Woodward of forest fires, the nation's chief chronicler of the misjudgments, equipment failures, and accumulating gaffes that lead to tragedy on the fireline. The Thirtymile Fire, his third book on fatal infernos and their victims, is pitilessly compelling, the sort of saga devoured in one horrified reading. Maclean diligently recounts the national repercussions of the blaze, which led to congressional hearings on fire safety, but his real interest is in wildfires themselves and those who fight them. 'They sign up,' he writes, 'for the adrenaline rush, for tuition money, for a break from spouses, and for the simple joy of being outside from the dawn of one day to the next.' By the end of Maclean's gripping account we know these people well enough to mourn them."
~ Anthony Brandt, National Geographic Adventure Magazine
THE ESPERANZA FIRE:
Arson, Murder, and the Agony of Engine 57
During the penalty phase of his trial, the judge and jury would decide whether Oyler's conviction justified imposition of the death penalty. The older brother of one of the firefighters who was killed managed to express the rage of the survivors. "The way he died pisses me off," said Jason McLean. "If my brother would have died in a fire started by lightning, it would have been easier to deal with. My brother was murdered, and that's something I don't know how to deal with. He should not be dead. I have a rage that I can't even explain to you. He knew the risks of his job. It will never be right."
