Founded in 2011, Gesture began as a printed journal, which became an online journal so that we could put our meager funds toward becoming a press. We published an experimental novel, then began publishing chapbooks, and now we primarily publish books, chapbooks, and anthologies. Soon we will be adding plays to our publications.

Throughout the years, our staff has cycled, and we very much consider them part of the Gesture fam still. Much love to Lindsay King-Miller, Ian Rummell, Rebecca Howard, Sally Seck, Brenna Lee, and Kara Miller.

These days, founding editor, Heather Goodrich, runs the press solo and partners with editors & designers on each book project. A very special shout out to the brilliant and talented HR Hegnauer for elevating the caliber and quality of every project she has worked on with us!

If you’re reading this and are interested in working with Gesture, reach out!