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News Release PRESS NEWS / July 28, 2008 Boise State University's Ahsahta Press Offers Subscription for Seven New Books of Poetry Boise State University’s Ahsahta Press is publishing an unprecedented seven new books of poetry for the 2008-2009 season, which will be available by subscription for $75. The subscription — a $125 value — will begin in September. The fall releases include “Zone : Zero” by Stephanie Strickland, which is accompanied by an interactive CD, and Charles O. Hartman’s “New and Selected Poems,” which brings together three decades of jazzy innovation. In January, Kathleen Jesme’s new book “The Plum-Stone Game” is a work by a poet who has been called “refreshingly unafraid of the sensual powers of poetry” by fellow poet D.A. Powell. January will also feature the 2008 Sawtooth Poetry Prize-winning book, “the whole Marie,” by Barbara Maloutas. Maloutas’ work was chosen from 740 submissions by poet C.D. Wright. In March, subscribers will receive Ben Doller’s “FAQ:,” a follow-up to his Walt Whitman Award-winning first book, as well as first-time author Carrie Olivia Adams’ “Intervening Dead.” In May, Rachel Loden’s “Dick of the Dead” features Richard Nixon doing his tragicomic best to bring the world to rights. Subscribers will receive a 40 percent discount on the books and free shipping if they order before Sept. 1. The price will rise to $95 after that date. For more information, visit http://ahsahtapress.boisestate.edu/htmlmail/subscription2009.htm. -30- Media Contact: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540, juliehahn@boisestate.edu Boise State University is emerging as a metropolitan research university of distinction. This transformation is being powered by the university’s first comprehensive campaign to support its people, places and programs. That’s why the campaign to raise $175 million in private support is called Destination Distinction.
Last reviewed on Monday, July 28, 2008
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