Beacon Press

Beacon Press is an independent non-profit publisher committed to books that challenge perspectives and inspire change. Since 1854, we’ve published groundbreaking works by voices like James Baldwin, Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, Judith Heumann, and Cornel West—titles that shape conversations on race, gender, religion, and social justice. Our award-winning list champions freedom of thought, diversity, and equity, earning recognition from Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Awards, PEN, and more.