Today we’d like to introduce you to Edward Vidaurre.
Hi Edward, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
My name is Edward Vidaurre; I began my writing as a way to heal and reach out to others through the process. I took over FlowerSong Books, which later became FlowerSong Press, through the guidance and support of then-owner David Bowles, who believed in me. We started with publication of five books, then 8 in two years, and since 20+ publications every year after.
Being an author myself, I envision making voices that are relevant to the struggles of our times key to being a great press.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way? Looking back, would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
One key challenge is the continuing rise in costs across the board, from production of books into print publication to associated costs such as marketing and promotion. In addition, there is an increasing necessity to support staff who work with the Press—as the organization has expanded, so have demands on their time and effort to work with authors through the publication process, produce high-quality books, and aggressively market FlowerSong’s activities and authors.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
Everything I write, whether it’s a poem about zombies or border violence, is meant to bring something to myself and others. I hope that my poetry reminds people of a memory they can relate to, informs some about the issues at hand, celebrates literature and writing itself, and hopefully inspires someone.
I taught myself how to read and understand. Once I learned that I was able to understand what I read, I was able to write with purpose. Which in turn has made me build confidence in choosing what books to publish for my press.
What do you think about luck?
Patience. Summoning silence and embracing boredom. Turning bad into opportunities and good into blessings.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.flowersongpress.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flowersongpress/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flowersongpress/
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlowerSongPress
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM3yNu6MAyV2gLHlVarxw2A
