Parallax Press
Parallax Press is a nonprofit book publisher founded and inspired by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. It is part of the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism. Parallax's mission is to publish books on mindfulness in daily life with the commitment to making these teachings accessible to everyone and preserving them for future generations; the company does this work to alleviate suffering and contribute to a more just and joyful world.[1] Authors include Thich Nhat Hanh, Sister Chan Khong, Sister Annabel Laity, the 14th Dalai Lama, Joanna Macy, Brother Phap Hai, Larry Ward, Sister Dang Nghiem, Pablo d'Ors, Alberto Blanco (poet), Jaimal Yogis, and Mayumi Oda. Since April 2016 Parallax Press books have been distributed by Penguin Random House Publisher Services.
Founded | 1986 |
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Founders | Thich Nhat Hanh and Arnie Kotler |
Country of origin | United States |
Headquarters location | Berkeley, California |
Nonfiction topics | Buddhism, contemplative practice, education, meditation, mindfulness in daily life, peace, social justice, sustainability |
Imprints | Palm Leaves Press, Parallax Press, Plum Blossom Press |
Official website | www |
Imprints
Parallax Press's publishing program includes the following three imprints.[3]
- Palm Leaves Press: Sutra commentaries and scholarly books on aspects of Buddhist history
- Parallax Press: Books on mindfulness in daily life, from taking care of emotions to peace activism
- Plum Blossom Books: Books for children of all ages
References
- "About – Parallax Press". www.parallax.org. Retrieved 2017-12-16.
- "Distribution: PRH Signs Parallax". PublishersWeekly.com. Retrieved 2017-12-16.
- "Profile: Parallax Press". lionsroar.com. Retrieved 2020-07-20.