“…alas
a mortgage & insurance & car payments & a kid in college
& the need to eat more than bread & milk & an allergist
& a phlebotomist & the primary care physician
& lumberjack & plumber & such & such & such & such…”
Excerpt from“Status, Alas” from Status Pending © 2023 by Adrian Blevins.
All rights reserved. Appears with permission of Four Way Books.
Dear Friend,
We hope this letter finds you well and immersed in the joy of a good book! You already know the power of literature to inspire, educate, and connect us all. Today, we’re reaching out with an exciting opportunity to continue supporting Four Way Books’ incredible work.
Four Way Books has been a beacon of creativity, diversity, and literary excellence for over three decades. Our nonprofit publishing house is dedicated to discovering and championing the voices of emerging and established writers, ensuring that their work reaches readers like you who appreciate the magic of a beautifully crafted book.
As we navigate these truly fraught times and look towards the future, your support is more critical than ever. Here are just a few reasons why your contribution to Four Way Books matters:
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Martha Rhodes, Publisher and Executive Editor
Ryan Murphy, Director
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Kind regards,
Martha Rhodes
Publisher and Executive Editor
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Kind regards,
Martha Rhodes
Publisher and Executive Editor
Four Way Books is a 501(c)(3) organization. All gifts are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by the law.